Dance Styles for London Nightclub Chic

If you haven't been clubbing in a while … or perhaps haven't yet been initiated into the joy of anonymous sweaty bodies, belly-shaking bass and tinglingly delicious drinks … then the thing that probably makes you most nervous about going to a night club in London is the dancing. It comes naturally to some, but is a constant battle for others. Here we look at several dance styles that you can take formal lessons in to bring a whole new personality to your dancing in London nightclubs.

Breakdancing

Usually aimed at guys (heels, makeup and headspins don’t mix). Even if you don’t actually breakdance in a London nightclub, learning the style can impart some unique flavour on your contemporary dance moves. It began in the 70s and still doesn't seem to have peaked in popularity. You'll mostly use the toprock moves you learn in breakdancing classes in your fave night club in London, leaving the footwork, freezes and power moves for places where there's nobody to injure. But dang they look good!

Ribbon dancing

True Chinese ribbon dancing takes a lot of space, but the style is adaptable and very seductive in a nightclub atmosphere. Besides, having that prop handy is just the thing to allow some shyer girls to let loose. You'll focus mostly on twirls in ribbon dancing in London nightclubs, because tosses will quickly get your stick lost and trampled on! Incorporate the ribbon into the dances of people around you … as long as they know you’re doing it!

Swing dancing

This will be more for theme or retro nights, but since most people wouldn't have a clue about the Lindy Hop, the Nightclub Two Step, the East Coast Swing or the jitterbug, you'll wipe the floor with them if you do! Once you have some training you can start checking out different dance moves online to incorporate into your set.

Rave dancing

This will be great for regular Saturday nights at your ordinary nightclub in London. Learn steps like the Melbourne shuffle, crossing moonwalking and the running man from hip hop dancing. Practice the forms of liquid dancing, and use glow sticks and glow strings as props to help you loosen up into it!