How to dance

[candyman]

I can dance really well...and then I snap out of it and find myself sitting on a couch drooling in my beer...stupid knee problems!

[Msterbeau]

Short a syllable...hmm....."whole crotch" (so as to make you hop..you see it in your mind?)

Good point. Kinda thought the same thing after I posted.

[Rev.Reverence]

Good point. Kinda thought the same thing after I posted.

I'm a poet

[Scales]

I have looked at myself in the mirror while trying to free-dance, and it was very embarrassing. The time when I break-danced and I *thought* it looked good is long gone..

But.. I did come up with this. A dance of discord not recommended for drunks or anyone really. But I figure I might as well unleash it to the world.

The Chaos Star

Start from a center point with both feet positioned together.

1. Move right foot up a step, then back down to the center point.

2. Move left foot down a step, then back up to the center point.

3. Turn 45 degrees to the right quickly.

4. Move left foot up a step, then back down to the center point.

5. Move right foot down a step, then back up to the center point.

6. Turn 45 degrees to the right quickly.

7. Start back at number 1.

Keep steps in the beat of the song and try to go for the fastest tempo possible without losing the center point or getting dizzy. Practice at slower tempos until you get the hang of it.

Edited April 17, 2009 by Scales

[StormKnight (1)]

For how to dance at a Goth club, two words: wing it.

But then, I tend to be a bit more Zen in dancing when the moment hits me.

Get me with the right female partner with the right music, however, it will be something akin to Dirty Dancing for Goths.

[Vampyrerin]

I have looked at myself in the mirror while trying to free-dance, and it was very embarrassing. The time when I break-danced and I *thought* it looked good is long gone..

But.. I did come up with this. A dance of discord not recommended for drunks or anyone really. But I figure I might as well unleash it to the world.

The Chaos Star

Start from a center point with both feet positioned together.

1. Move right foot up a step, then back down to the center point.

2. Move left foot down a step, then back up to the center point.

3. Turn 45 degrees to the right quickly.

4. Move left foot up a step, then back down to the center point.

5. Move right foot down a step, then back up to the center point.

6. Turn 45 degrees to the right quickly.

7. Start back at number 1.

Keep steps in the beat of the song and try to go for the fastest tempo possible without losing the center point or getting dizzy. Practice at slower tempos until you get the hang of it.

lol. this honestly sounds dangerous.

[Shade Everdark]

I have been to CC a few times and I really enjoy it there. The thing is, I'm tired of standing around and talking the whole time; I went over and tried to dance and it was horrible. It looks like so much fun but I need help so that next time I dont embarrass myself and everyone I'm with.

Does anyone know of a good website/video where I can learn in the comfort of my own home?

Are there names for different styles?

I don't even know what else to ask

Take a few minutes and look at the people dancing at City Club. They don't have any clue either, better than nine times out of ten. It's easier said than done, I know better than most, but...don't fret about it so much.

I know I have no clue what the hell I'm doing.

[Scales]

lol. this honestly sounds dangerous.

Which is why a ridiculous deal of practice is needed before it can be done, thus resulting in the reality that someone has trained themselves to do nothing more than step around in circles like a clock. I can barely do it and I came up with it (I think).

[pomba gira]

Listen to what the music is doing, make your body do that, HAVE FUN and don't worry about what other people are thinking or doing. I know the "don't worry" part is easier said than done, but that really is key. As long as you're not crashing into other people, burning them with your cigarette, or spilling your drink on them, it's all good. The beauty of club dancing is that it IS entirely an expression of your own spirit. I refuse to do hustle/line dancing (which are the exact same thing, just different cultures/music)- to me, having to worry about what the person next to me is doing goes entirely against the spirit of dance.

[Simon Bar Sinister]

I have been to CC a few times and I really enjoy it there. The thing is, I'm tired of standing around and talking the whole time; I went over and tried to dance and it was horrible. It looks like so much fun but I need help so that next time I dont embarrass myself and everyone I'm with.

Does anyone know of a good website/video where I can learn in the comfort of my own home?

Are there names for different styles?

I don't even know what else to ask

http://www.detroitgothic.net/index.php?showtopic=27076

[sexslavetrainer]

Shes 22 and works at the VG's out here in Fenton.

I don't know a lot about her, were mostly acquaintances but she got a hold of me and wanted to go out on Sat ^_^

If you come Sat I'll introduce you to her. Shes a cutie pie!

Fenton girls huh? I know many ppl from fenton and linden. lived there about 4 years...

[Simon Bar Sinister]

FOUND IT! WATCH THIS!

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...and gothic break dancing!

Edited April 19, 2009 by SpammerOvTheGods

[taysteewonderbunny]

FOUND IT! WATCH THIS!

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...and gothic break dancing!

Somehow, though, I don't think those sweet moves in the last link and CC's nefarious floor are a good match....unless the dancers are wearing hazmat suits or are otherwise encased in latex head to toe....come to think of it, that might be perfect.

[anametamystik]

When in doubt...

Drink.

Spin.

Drink.

Spin.

[Simon Bar Sinister]

there's always the dance in my sig.

[socialcontrol]

there's always the dance in my sig.

No

[candyman]

...and gothic break dancing!

Wow, never gets old...actually it does and it really hurts my groin...

Screw dancing at goth clubs...go to Burning Man! That is dancing. 100% of the people will never see you mess up...mostly due to the fact that they won't wake up for three days or will be taken by aliens. But remember, if you go to BM do NOT do drugs...it isn't cool man...

[anametamystik]

Wow, never gets old...actually it does and it really hurts my groin...

Screw dancing at goth clubs...go to Burning Man! That is dancing. 100% of the people will never see you mess up...mostly due to the fact that they won't wake up for three days or will be taken by aliens. But remember, if you go to BM do NOT do drugs...it isn't cool man...

Not everyone can afford to go to Burning Man. Burning Man also happens just once a year (unless you want to volunteer to be set on fire).

[candyman]

Not everyone can afford to go to Burning Man. Burning Man also happens just once a year (unless you want to volunteer to be set on fire).

True...but it is damn worth it if you can.

I don't know if I would burn that well being skinny and all so I would volunteer but I would first need to confirm that I will burn well.

[anametamystik]

True...but it is damn worth it if you can.

I don't know if I would burn that well being skinny and all so I would volunteer but I would first need to confirm that I will burn well.

I never said I would not have gallons of gasoline, several pallets, cinder blocks and many bundles of twigs for use as kindling. I can boil macaroni on my cooking fires with only a handful of charcoal briquettes or twigs.

[torn asunder]

every time i see this thread, all i can think of to say is...

"they don't call 'em *stompy boots* for nothin'!!"

just raise your knees really high, pump your arms, and just stomp around in time to the beat! noone will pay any attention to you!!

[paradox]

Just do what feels good and enjoy yourself.

It's what I do. How else are you supposed to have fun?

[candyman]

just raise your knees really high, pump your arms, and just stomp around in time to the beat! noone will pay any attention to you!!

I already do that at Starbucks cus their music rocks...but they also got my order wrong

[Destroit]

The only ones who ever get talked about are the guys who just stand there and barely move or not at all while their girl dances. I mean come on, pick up your feet a wee bit.

I know, I've been trying to get you-know-who to dance for years, but he'll only do it when buzzed .

Edited April 21, 2009 by Chernobyl

[Azeuron]

You put your right hand in,

You put your right hand out,

You put your right hand in,

And you shake it all about,

You do the hokey pokey

and you turn yourself around

That what it's all about.

You listen to Marc... and you'll go far!!!