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Dougie Tutorial 2021 TikTok

Introduction

Welcome to the channel! Today, we’re diving into a detailed tutorial on how to do the Dougie, a popular dance that you'll often come across on TikTok. If you’ve seen my TikTok videos, you might already have some familiarity, but let’s explore the steps in more detail, especially for those who may be having some trouble.

The Basic Step

  1. Initiating the Move: Start by stepping out to the side. Instead of moving straight out, angle your back towards the direction you’re stepping.

    • Example: When stepping out, your body should follow the angle, looking something like this.

  2. Bringing It In: After stepping out, bring your left leg in while slightly moving your body forward.

    • Action: Mirror that by stepping left and doing the same thing again.

  3. Rocking Motion: Combining these steps will create a rocking motion as you transition from side to side while moving slightly front to back.

Practice: Let’s do two eight-counts of just this step:

5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8

Adding the Arms

Next, let’s incorporate arm movements. When stepping, bring your arm to your chest, ensuring that it moves in the direction of your step. Avoid moving your arm in the opposite direction.

Practice With Arms: Let’s do two eight-counts with the arms included:

5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8

Lowering Your Stance

Once you have mastered the basic step and arms, try getting a little lower. This adds a lot of flavor to the dance.

Practice Low: Let’s try two eight-counts, stepping with the arms nice and low:

5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8

Adding a Double Step

Now it’s time to add a double step. For every third step out, do a fake.

Example: It will look like this:

One, two, FAKE
One, two, FAKE

Practice two eight-counts with the double step and arms:

5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4, 
5, 6, 7, 8
1, 2, 3, 4, 
5, 6, 7, 8

Arm Variations

Let’s explore some arm variations to add more style.

  1. Hair Brush: Instead of moving to the chest, bring your arm to your hair.
  2. Arms Out to the Side: This requires more shoulder activation.
  3. Arm Twirl: Introduce arm twirls wherever you feel comfortable, without overthinking.
  4. The "John Wall": Look at your fist and turn your body slightly, adding a groove to it.

Remember, it’s all about feeling yourself while you groove through the moves!

Conclusion

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Keyword

dougie, TikTok, dance tutorial, basic step, arm variations, hairbrush, groove

FAQ

Q: What is the Dougie dance?
A: The Dougie is a popular hip-hop dance that involves a combination of side steps and arm movements, often characterized by its relaxed and smooth flow.

Q: Do I need to lower my stance while dancing?
A: Lowering your stance can add style to your moves, but you can dance at any height you feel comfortable.

Q: Can I add my own variations to the Dougie?
A: Absolutely! Personalizing the dance with variations and your unique flair can make it even more fun.

Q: How can I practice the Dougie effectively?
A: Start with the basic movement, then add arms, and gradually incorporate variations. Repetition with music can enhance your comfort with the dance.

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