Introduction to K-pop Dance Class

From its catchy tunes to its modern dancing techniques, K-pop has become a global phenomenon. Its fast-paced routines and intense choreography make learning dance moves a little daunting.

Nonetheless, you’ll be surprised that they aren’t all that difficult. Indeed, some dances are ideal for rookies! Let me share some tips and tricks to help you get your groove on.

With determination and perseverance, you’ll be able to dance it out like a K-pop idol too!

Suitable Dance Choreography for Beginners

If you’re new to K-pop dancing, it’s best to learn beginner-friendly, simple choreography. Most dance moves in beginner-friendly choreography are repetitive, meaning the same movements are repeated several times throughout the song. Cute dances are the easiest to imitate in terms of style. 

Catallena by ORANGE CARAMEL

Catallena by ORANGE CARAMEL is one of the songs you should dance to. The dance moves of this group are known to be captivating and exciting at the same time. Whether you’re a skilled dancer or just starting out, this song and its moves are sure to get you moving!

Gee by Girls Generation

Another great example is Gee by Girls Generation. The crab dance is one of their signature moves. There are no words to describe how popular this song has become across the world; it’s cute and sassy at the same time. You don’t have to be precise in every movement, and just let your body be free and loose.

Key Points To Take Note Of As Beginners

Remember to Stretch, Warm up and Cool down

This may take up a few minutes of your time, but it can save you from being sore all over after a good exercise. By stretching, warming up and cooling down before and after dancing, you can reduce the risk of injury and muscle soreness and increase your heart rate to ease the strain on your heart. It can also increase your flexibility, so you can perform better. 

Teamwork and Determination

Rome was not built in a day, and the same goes for dancing. If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again, your determination will help you reach your goal slowly but surely. Teamwork is closely related to your determination; you need cooperation to be in tune with the choreography. As they always say, teamwork makes the dream work.

Learning The Right Style That Works Best For You

Each member of a K-pop group has their own distinct style and elements to their dance moves, making them stand out from the rest of the group. Choose a group or member that resonates with your style!

BLACKPINK’S Lisa

If you’re a fan of Lisa from BLACKPINK, she’s known for her charisma and performance that stands out from the rest of her group members. One of the iconic moves she did was in “Money,” where she shook her hip twice to the beat and went viral.

EXO’s Kai

Another great example is Kai from EXO, who is known for commanding the stage with his impactful movements that hit every beat of the song. His main choreographic strength is in modern dance. Kai even performed a solo performance of a traditional dance with a touch of modern dance at the closing of the 2018 Winter Olympics

After you have found the style that resonates with you, go ahead and watch the videos and try to mirror the steps.

Break Dance Routines Down Into Steps

Let’s look at “Don’t Wanna Cry” by SEVENTEEN and “Blood, Sweat, and Tears” by BTS as an example of a group with great sync in their choreography. Still, one wrong step in the dance routine might look messy, and your body will look awkward performing it.

Fret not, as this can be mastered by simply breaking routines down into sections, observing and being familiar with every body part they are focusing on.

In addition to that, breaking your routine into steps can help you with muscle memory. As you break down the routines through counts and rhythm, the movements become well-mapped in the brain, which makes it easier to move from thinking to doing. 

Set Goals & Learning Phase  

Setting out short-term goals will keep your motivation going. It could be as simple as learning the intro to the choreography. Once you’re comfortable with the pace, you can choose a faster-paced performance to challenge yourself. You won’t feel intimidated by the fast-paced movements after a good few practices. 

Count the little things as your little victories! Making it a habit of achieving your small goals will help you throughout the learning process and will help you in your dance routine.

Join K-Pop Dance Classes in Singapore

Aspire to become a K-pop dancing sensation? Come sign up for K-pop dance classes at Fine Momentum where we teach beginner to advanced level classes.

As you learn new skills with us, these tips and tricks will help you on your journey towards mastering K-pop dance. Always remember to have fun and not stress about it, and you’ll be able to perform like a true K-idol in no time!