New Style is for free-spirited, imaginative dancers who can improvise beautifully. It's a light immersion into all modern American dance styles.
New Style is for people with a free soul, imagination, and the ability to improvise beautifully in any dance. The essence of New Style lies in a light immersion into all types of modern American dance.
The more original elements you add to the basic moves, the more you'll capture the audience's attention. The purpose of any dance is to draw the viewer's eye. New Style has its own special tricks for that.
Start your dance with simple basic hip-hop moves—hip-hop is the foundation of New Style. Then, somewhere in the intro, throw in one unexpected element to sharpen the audience's focus. Save most acrobatics and complex moves for the middle and end.
As the end nears and the amplitude of your moves and improvisations decreases, gather all your energy for a final burst. Finish with something so captivating that the audience erupts in applause and shouts of 'Bravo!'
To achieve quick results, you have to start from the basics. If you don't know the moves and have no clue about funk, breakdance, salsa, jazz music, or hip-hop, you first need a general introduction to these styles—they're the building blocks of New Style's big picture.
Since New Style is much simpler than old-school hip-hop and offers more variety, all you need to do is understand what the dance is made of and how to mix moves from different styles.
Remember, good improvisers win the most in New Style. The more original moves and combinations you incorporate while keeping the core elements, the more the audience will love you.
Clothing also matters a lot. Since New Style is a social dance, many dancers pick outfits carelessly—that's a mistake. After all, dancers are judged first by their appearance and then by their performance.
For your first success, dress brightly. Add chains to your belt or flowing capes—if they don't hinder your moves, they'll enhance your stage image.
Sometimes it's worth inventing and announcing a name for your dance before you perform. It should be recognizable yet fresh, with meaning. Such a title will attract the maximum audience.
Before performing, always check the stage and try dancing on it. If you're dancing with a group, make sure each member is visible and there's enough space for even the widest moves.
Besides the stage, find out the lighting setup and choose outfits that won't blend into the background. These seemingly small details deserve your full attention—they can either enhance your performance or ruin it.
Remember, everyone learns at their own pace. What comes easily to you might take time for someone else. And of course, no accessories or props can replace real experience.
The GoDance team crafts articles about dance, technique and inspiring stories from dancers.
Subscribe to our newsletter and get new content delivered to your inbox