How to become a fire dancer
How to become a fire dancer?
Introduction: What is a Fire Dance and How Does it Work?
Fire dances are an ancient dance form that is performed on a large scale by fire dancers. Fire dancing is usually done on a large scale, in order to impress the audience and show off their skills.
A fire dance is a performance art where the performer dances in front of a fire.
This is done to create an emotional and physical connection with the audience. The performer does not use any props or costumes but instead uses the power of their own body to convey a message and emotions.
Fire dance is a dance form that involves the use of fire to perform a series of movements. It is believed to have originated in China and was brought to Europe by the Mongolian people who conquered the area.
Fire Dancing – From Beginner to Advanced Level
Fire dancing is a dance that requires your body to be in a position of balance and coordination.
It is a form of exercise that has been around for thousands of years. It has been used as an exercise to maintain good health and it also helps in relieving stress from the body.
The word “dancing” comes from the Latin word “Dansare.”
“Dansare” was a term used by Roman soldiers as a way to express their love for dancing. Dancing has since been incorporated into many different forms of exercise and sport. The most popular form of dancing is still the polka which is drawn from Germanic dance.
This dance is danced to the music of a polka tune, which is taken from an old Germanic and has been used in many different forms throughout human history. Several different cultures have brought on dance and it has also changed as human beings have become more advanced and scientific. Dancing can be done at any age, but young children
How do Fire Dancers train?
Fire dancers are a group of people who dance as if they are in flames. Fire dancer training is a very popular form of art and entertainment. People from all over the world come to watch this form of dance, which is often seen on TV shows and movies.
. Depending on the type of fire dancer you are, you can see them as either professional fire dancers or students.
The fitness benefits of fire dancing are many and come from a range of different sources. The main health benefits associated with this form of dance include the improved cardiovascular system, muscle strength and flexibility, and improved posture.
How to Be a Fire Dancer?
Fire Dancers are the people who do not just dance on fire, but also make it look cool. They are more than just dancers – they are creative and passionate about their work.
We asked them to share some of their tips for creating great fire effects, and here are their answers: Try not to try too hard. You’re not a professional fire dancer – you’re just an ordinary dancer. Your job is to make your own personalized flame look cool in front of the camera, without it being over the top or being flashy.
It’s just something that you make happen with your own body and mind. That way, you have to be happy – because if you’re not, then it won’t work! Sometimes when a fire dancer is asked to create their own personal flame effects, they’ll need to use what they’ve learned in the past year or two.
It’s like learning how to play an instrument – you don’t just learn how to play your instrument, you have to practice for a year or two before you even start! Fire Dancers often make their own flame look different from a professional fire dancer’s and that’s why it will be easier for them in the end. It’s OK to try things out early on if your fire looks really bad. Don’t worry – you’ll get used to it and your fire will be great. It’s all about balance.
If you’re tired of having to go out and practice on a regular basis but aren’t sure that your body is ready yet, then start practicing in front of the camera. Practice in front of a mirror or a window, where you can see yourself!
Conclusion: How to get bookings as a Fire Dancer using a Booking Platform?
Booking agents have a very complicated job and they do it for different reasons. They may be looking for the best dancers or they may want to keep the dancers under contract so that they can provide them with more shows in the future.
They may also want to get rid of dancers who don’t work well in their productions or don’t have enough experience and expertise to be able to handle their dances. Talents List is one of the most popular booking platforms where artists can find bookings on demand, and they will always get paid on time.
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Fire & Performance Classes
Fire has always been a powerful, mythic element for humans. It has played a significant role in our history and molded our very way of life. Fire performers have a deep respect for the flame and know that by no means do they ever have total control over it. At The Crucible, you can learn to safely manipulate fire’s captivating power, and learn to make and use various tools like poi, fire staffs, hula-hoops and the fire rope dart.
Upcoming Bay Area Fire & Performance Courses
Browse below for all upcoming Fire & Performance classes. Please note that due to safety concerns surrounding COVID-19, all upcoming Crucible classes are in-person with strict health and safety policies in place for students, faculty, and staff. You must review all Crucible policies before registering.
Fire Eating I
Amaze an audience with your new skills as a fire eater! You will learn the science and safety behind basic tricks so you can fearlessly perform with open flame. You will learn...
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Fire Poi: Introduction
Learn to spin fire! Both a dance form and a style of juggling, poi spinning is an expressive performance art that uses weighted lines swung in circular patterns around the body....
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Fire Hula Hoop I
Build coordination and confidence as you construct your own practice PVC hula hoop and learn basic tricks with and without fire.
You will learn beginner on-body and off-body moves,...
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Meet The Fire & Performance Department Head: Shaina Johnson
Shaina’s performance career started with ballet at age four, and after exploring many forms of dance, she discovered a passion for fire performance in 2001. Shaina first performed at The Crucible at the celebration for our new Oakland location in 2003. As an instructor, Shaina strives to create a supportive environment for participants to explore new skills by imbuing her classes with warmth, humor, and engaging, hands-on activities. Her classes emphasize safety, learning at one’s own pace, interactivity, and community creation.
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Fire & Performance Adult Classes
The Crucible offers a wide variety of adult classes teaching different fire performance techniques.
Whether you want to learn the fundamentals of eating fire or how to dance with poi, The Crucible has you covered. See the complete list of fire performance classes offered below.
Note: Due to COVID-19, we’re unable to offer all of the classes listed below at this time. You can sign up to be notified when specific classes are offered or browse a list of upcoming classes here.
Fire Eating I
Amaze an audience with your new skills as a fire eater! You will learn the science and safety behind basic tricks so you can fearlessly perform with open flame. You will learn tracing (how to run fire along the surface of your skin), transfers (moving flame from one source or position to another), various extinguishes, and tips for putting on a great show. You also will make your own set of torches to take home.
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Fire Eating II
Expand your performance repertoire by learning intermediate fire eating tricks. Construct a new pair of torches and explore vapor tricks and transfers, jellyfish variations, human candles, and more! You will also learn basic choreography, transitions, and stage blocking to best showcase your new talents.
PREREQUISITE: Fire Eating I
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Flame Effects I
Learn to design and build safe, effective, beautiful flame effect sculptures with propane. You will learn many different ways of manipulating fire for use in sculpture, including accumulator poofer effects, propane and liquid fuel effects, igniters, and electronic controls.
PREREQUISITE: Fire Safety
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Flame Effects II
In this intermediate course, make safe, effective, and beautiful propane and liquid fuel flame effects. You’ll design and build flame effects sculptures in class working with an instructor and a variety of materials. Build upon your fire effects skills to create unique, fiery projects. Students who build flame effect devices to take home may have additional expenses for materials.
PREREQUISITE: Flame Effects I
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Fire Hula Hoop I
Hoopnotize your friends with your amazing skills! This energetic course is an introduction to the basics of hooping including using different planes of the body, hoop tricks, and hoop expression through flow and imagination.
At the culmination, you will hoop with fire!
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Fire Performance
Learn the art of fire dancing using poi, staff, and hoop to increase strength and skill in choreography, movement, and tricks with music. Build up to spinning with fire through this course.
PREREQUISITE: Fire Safety
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Fire Poi: Intermediate Tricks
Learn to spin poi with greater control and style as you explore the intermediate concepts of plane theory, transitioning, in-spin, anti-spin, and flow. You will practice advanced poi skills, including isolations, stalls, throws/tosses, wraps, flowers, crossers, meltdowns, behind-the-back moves, 5-beat weaves and corkscrews, and more! On the final night you will work with open flame!
PREREQUISITE: Fire Poi: Introduction previously called Art of Fire Dancing I (Poi) or permission by instructor. It is recommended (but not required) to take Fire Safety before this class.
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Fire Poi: Introduction
Learn the ancient art of Maori fire dancing. Used by these warriors to increase strength and skill, poi (which means ball) is a form of juggling that uses balls on ropes swung in circular patterns. While learning to spin poi without fire, you will also gain knowledge about the history of the art form and its origins. On the last day of class, students will spin with fire! It is recommended (but not required) to take Fire Safety before this class.
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Fire Poi: Turns, Transitions, and Flow
In this fun, supportive class, learn to spin your poi with greater control and style as you explore intermediate tricks for practice with and without fire. Class includes a warm-up/cool-down, introduction to new skills, group activities, and review time for exploration, questions, and troubleshooting. Skills covered include Isolations, Stalls, Throws/Tosses, Wraps, Crossers, Meltdowns, Behind-the-Back Moves, 5-Beat Weaves and Corkscrews, Flowers, Intro to Partnering, and more! We will focus more deeply on concepts such as Plane Theory, Transitions, In-Spin, Anti-Spin, and Flow (moving freely and expressively through the performance space).
The last night you will work with open flame! A thorough review of fuel, equipment, and fire safety will be provided.
PREREQUISITE: Art of Fire Dancing I (Poi) or permission by instructor.
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Fire Safety
Learn to understand what exactly fire is, techniques to prevent uncontained fires, and how to suppress a variety of fire effects. Walk away with a scientific understanding of the sources of fire and its reactions, as well as hands-on experience putting out fire effects under the expert guidance of Christopher T. Palmer. This is the first class in the six part Fire Series.
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Fire Staff I
Learn to spin fire staff! Sometimes styled like a weapon; sometimes like a dance partner, staff is a fire performance tool that lends itself to unique movement possibilities. In this class, you will construct a practice staff for use while learning basic tricks, such as rotors, windmills, figure 8s, helicopters, palm spins, wraps, weaves, and behind-the-back moves.
On the last night, you will set your staff aflame!
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Fire Studio
By invitation-only, this select group of individuals—having completed the Fire Series training levels—may be asked to exhibit original fire performances and/or fire effect pieces during The Crucible’s events. Mentorship and coaching will be made available in preparation for and adjudication of pieces prior to public showcase.
PREREQUISITE: Fire Lab
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We do not currently offer youth classes in our Fire & Performance Department. You can see all The Crucible’s offerings for youth here.
Being Prepared For Your Fire & Performance Class
Fire & Performance classes are held on the second floor of our building, and outside in the gated parking lot. Please contact us if you have any questions about accessibility and we will be happy to accommodate.
Students must arrive for class in all-natural fiber clothing, long pants, and closed-toe, closed-heel shoes with socks that protect up to the ankle.
Long hair must be tied back. Nylon, polyester, spandex, or other synthetics are not allowed around machines, equipment, or processes that can produce hot fragments, sparks, or flames.
The Crucible requests students always arrive in studio safe clothing when working. Layers are encouraged as the studio can be very cold or very hot.
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Sometimes, to explain what dance is, ordinary words are not enough and we resort to such terms as magic or sorcery.
Every dancer at one time succumbed to the "magic" of dance and, in the end, this "magic" swallowed him up. In turn, each of us has his own style in dance: soft, smooth, clear, strict or playful. Blues instructors Jeff Segal and Shoshi Krieger-Joven from the USA drew an interesting analogy between personal styles and elemental magic in Avatar: The Last Airbender. We bring to your attention a new translation of the article on our website: Pro Blues and Magic . Pro Blues and Magic
Jeff and I recently watched Avatar: The Last Airbender. It is an anime series that aired on Nickelodeon from 2005 to 2008. In the world of Avatar, a small percentage of people can control the elements (air, water, earth and fire). Which element a person can control depends on his origin: nationality, tribe in which he was born. A person born in the Earth Kingdom will be an Earthbender. One who was born in the Water Tribe would be a Waterbender and so on. Usually such people have some typical character traits (or physical structure of the body) that indicate their element.
The Avatar is the only mage who can control all four elements. nine0008 Despite the fact that this cartoon is designed for children aged 10-12, we adults love it too. He is very sweet, the characters in it develop over time, and all actions have real and meaningful consequences. They also have the best fictional animals. But the purpose of this article is not to be touched by the saber-toothed cross between an elk and a lion cub (but just look at how cute they are).
Purpose of This Article
One evening Jeff asked me an unexpected question: "As a dancer, what kind of magician would you be?". Since then, we have tried to analyze ourselves in terms of what elemental dancers we are, and why. It was really exciting to watch how each of us dances and how this dance can be related to any element and, most importantly, how we can apply the observations. It was immediately obvious to both of us that Jeff was an air dancer (how we got there, I'll explain a little later).
It took us a little longer to determine my element, but in the end we came to the conclusion that I am a firebender. With that in mind, we started thinking about how our elements could interact and what we could learn about our partnership. It became overwhelmingly clear to us that this topic can be used not only for lunchtime conversation, but also as a powerful tool for dance analysis, self-development, application in practice, and even performance at competitions. nine0008 Types of Magic in Blues Dance
Before delving into the types of blues dance, we thought it was important to first look at the elements themselves and their characteristics. We analyzed the elemental magicians from the anime, added the properties of the elements themselves to the top, and as a result, we got a description of each type of blues dancer.
Air Dancer The Air Dancers are the mad scientists of the blues dance. They are very creative, not afraid to take risks and immediately try the ideas that just come to their mind, and often come up with and discover new moves right on the dance floor.
Their approach to dance is quite thoughtful, always thinking about how to use dynamics, making unexpected decisions against everyone's expectation, and emphasizing non-obvious accents in music. Air Dancers love to dance "for fun" and usually don't take themselves seriously, so dancing with them often ends in laughter. From the musical aspect, they like to follow lyrical melody, intricate rhythms and interesting details. They love interaction and are often motivated by the desire to surprise and make their partner laugh. But sometimes Airbenders go too deep into their ideas, and this leads to problems in interacting with a partner or with an audience. nine0008 Earth Dancer Earth dancers are strong, confident and determined, their dance is full of calm and clarity. They feel absolutely free in one position while waiting for the right moment before making the next move. They always stick to their choice, and will spend as much time as necessary for its perfect implementation.
And it doesn’t matter if you need it in order to accumulate energy yourself, or to make sure that your partner is ready. But once they have made a decision, they will move accurately and swiftly. They are masters of musicality, and actively use it. Usually the dancers of the Earth dominate the dance, but the invited partners gladly join their vision of the dance. Their ideas and dance develop along with the music, and sometimes so smoothly that one may not even notice the transitions from one figure to another. They confidently hold their space, which allows them to move less than a partner, or even lag behind him. But sometimes they can be stubborn, uncompromising, and miss subtle signals. The Earth Dancers support their partners by giving them the time and space to implement their ideas (but don't always give in, at least not until they're ready for it themselves). nine0008 Water Dancer Water Dancers prefer to take their partner's ideas and turn them into something extraordinary.
Their ability to refine, embellish, enhance and innovate those ideas makes the partner feel like a dance master. They like to create a wonderful dance together with a partner. Water Dancers are able to quickly adapt to what is happening, responsive and easily follow the flow of the dance both with a partner and with music. They intuitively emphasize their partner's strengths, making any dance with any partner better than the sum of its individual parts. They use their creativity to shape and refine the raw material of the dance, taking it to new heights (or depths). Water Dancers are able to take their dance in an unexpected direction, but only if it feels natural for the moment. They use everything that a partner gives them - interesting forms, directions, musical concepts, and succeed in applying, developing and improving them. But sometimes they get carried away too much with the flow of the dance, becoming useless and aimless if they rely too much on their partner to move them, or try too hard to fit in with their partner.
nine0008 Fire Dancer Fire Dancers are very charismatic. As a rule, they like to draw attention to themselves, and can even outshine or surpass their partner, although not always intentionally, and not always dancing in the style of “more movement” and “more space”. They have strong ideas and are rarely shy about expressing them. They can be very responsive partners, and when they are given a direction, form or idea, they can follow it, but they will do it in their own way. Their dances are instinctive and complex. And even if their dance seems unexpressive, do not believe it, there are many processes going on inside. Fire Dancers like to take risks and are unflappable in their choices. If they are not restrained, they may overwhelm or ignore their partner, begin to express their dance too aggressively, or overestimate their capabilities. nine0008
Type Note
It is important to remember that these characteristics are expressed more in the mental and philosophical views of the dancer than in physical features, or how they look, or even how he actually moves (although this may be the same).
An Air Dancer may be large and muscular, while an Earth Dancer may be small and puny. When you read descriptions of types and try to define yours, we ask that you pay more attention to your approach to dancing, and not to your body type or the physical manifestation of your dance. nine0007 Most elemental dancers will have a preponderance of traits from their main element, but can also combine techniques from other elements. Basically, the most powerful mages in Avatar: The Last Airbender are those who have mastered the techniques borrowed from other elements. King Bumi is an outstanding Earthbender with the humor and eccentricity of an airbender. Iroh's Firebending is terrifying (you know why he's called the Dragon of the West), but he has the compassionate and good-natured nature of a Waterbender. Many different features are found in all elements. Such as creativity, strength, intuition and intelligence, but in each element with its own shade. Therefore, when you determine your type, consider your qualities not from the point of view of what you have, but from the point of view of how you use them.
And we have our own opinion about who the Avatar is (okay, we think it's Remy, seriously). nine0008 Finally, remember that the definition of anyone's element is subjective. We asked two different people what type they would classify me as. One said that I was an Earth dancer (and a couple of years ago I would have been completely with him
agreed) and another said I was a water dancer. It's quite normal. This means that they paid attention to other aspects in my dance than I did.
Defining Your Type
Let's go back to how we determined that Jeff is an Air dancer and I am a Fire dancer. When we started to think about what features are predominant in Jeff's dance, humor, intelligence, dynamics and creativity immediately came to mind. He also loves to come up with new movements and often creates unexpected moments in the dance. All this is typical for the representative of the element of Air. As for me, we decided that the dominant features in my dance are assertiveness, independence, complexity and instinctiveness.
I also really enjoy expressing myself and being the focus of the audience. All this is most suited to the Fire Dancer. Of course, we both have traits of other elements, as do most blues dancers (Jeff's inner James Brown is very typical of Water, and my slowness is clearly Earth), but we see them as methods that we use in our natural state. nine0008 What can this teach us?
Considering Jeff as an Air dancer and me as a Fire dancer, we began to think about what this meant for our partner dance. By theorizing how our elements can interact and influence our partnership, we can use this knowledge to improve our dance together. It can also highlight our strengths as independent dancers, or identify potential mistakes we need to be aware of. We can also apply this knowledge to develop more effective practice sessions and improve our social and competition dance. nine0008
Based on how Fire and Air can work together, the obvious strengths are creativity, risk taking, energy, humor, charisma, brightness, complexity, dynamism, instinctiveness, and thoughtfulness.
This combination alone leads to an exciting and memorable dance. On the other hand, using Fire with Air can result in an "explosion". In other words, our dance can become intricate, ridiculous, unpredictable, and even dangerous. The implication of this is that we need to figure out how to keep our energy focused and directed so it doesn't get out of hand. And since Air Dancers are always full of ideas and Fire Dancers love complexity, our partnership will benefit from exploring simplicity. nine0008 As a Fire Dancer, my potential weakness may be prioritizing my dance over my partner's, and even overpowering him. To avoid this, I should listen more carefully to my partner and support him. Or, alternatively, I can focus on developing my strengths by listening to my instincts and allowing my ideas to flourish.
As an Air Dancer, Jeff runs the risk of appearing absurd and aloof in his dance, which has too many ideas. It makes sense for him to practice greater responsiveness to his partner in the dance, as well as to be patient and learn to stretch the right moments.
Also, don't forget that practice is a time to take risks and unleash your creativity to see where it might lead, or even explore aloofness as intentional dance behavior. Looking at what Air and Fire have in common, each of us individually will benefit from the fact that we will emphasize and focus on the voice and vision of our partner. nine0008 We should also turn our attention to other elements, especially opposite ones. For example, Air and Earth are opposites, which means that the Earth style will be the hardest for Jeff to master. To do this, we can come up with exercises of waiting, patience or immobility. As for Fire, my opposite is Water, which means that exercises will help me more, where I will listen more to the ideas of my partner or even give him complete control over. nine0008
It is possible to apply new elements in our dance practice in a different way if we remember that we also have some features of other elements. If other people see the features of Earth or Water in me, then I can bring them out and deliberately develop them in my dance.
Or I can also easily practice them with my Fire. How will my creativity manifest itself if I take my time? What shade would my energy take on if I were a water dancer? I could even play with the idea and add some "ice" to my dance (which would be interesting to see in Fire Dance, to be honest!) This still applies in competition. If Jeff has a Water dancer partner in some DnD, he can pay more attention to how best to emphasize the partner's strengths. The Water Dancers are very responsive and innovative, so Jeff can give them an interesting form to fill in, or create a structure for them to work with. Whereas if he comes across an Air dancer like him, he can create more messages and responses so that each partner has the space to express their ideas, dance around and with the partner, but not pull each other. But with the Earth dancer, he can keep his ideas to himself a little longer, since the Earth dancers prefer to act more solidly and develop the dance more slowly. nine0008
Dance of the Elements and Aesthetics of African Dance
Another layer to consider when we talk about elemental dance is how the various elements and their characteristics harmonize with the African dance aesthetic.
Consider the components of African dance described by Brenda Dixon Gottschild: ephebism (despite your age, dance as if you are still young and full of energy), conflict (use the clash of opposites), the neighborhood of opposites (the play of contrasts in a short period of time), aesthetics " coolness” (calmness and clarity of movements), polyrhythm / polycentrism (counter and transverse rhythms, a variety of rhythms within one composition). Perhaps in order to effectively embody these ideas, the dancer must be able to implement appliances through the elements. Fire Dancers are the first to use conflict, but if they cannot embody the spirit of cooperation with a partner from the element of Water or do not use the humor of Air, then there will be no contrast of opposites. Earth dancers have the energy and power of ephebism, but without the multifaceted nature of Fire or the flexibility of Water, they are likely to find themselves struggling with Polycentricity and Polyrhythm. Air dancers have a sense of lightness and "coolness", but it is the energy of Earth or the danger of Fire that creates the necessary juxtaposition.
Each of the elements has a part of the African dance aesthetics, but without the practice of each of the elements it is impossible to realize a dance that is fully consistent with this aesthetic. nine0008 Finally
The possibilities to practice and improve your elemental dance are truly endless, as well as to develop and create new ideas with a partner. It's also a great start to thinking about who you are as a dancer and what your strengths and techniques are. The description we have proposed may not be the final one for determining the element of the dancers, but it may well serve as a starting point for your own reflections. We advise you to consider what characteristics you personally associate with Air, Water, Earth and Fire. You can create your own notes to explore which type inspires you the most, or which type best suits your dance. We hope you use this article, in the spirit in which it was presented, as a creative way to practice your blues dance, develop self-awareness, and inspire thought.
nine0008 Good luck with practical magic!
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Dancing Skill Review in The Sims 4 Get Together 9 Expansion Pack0001
The Sims 4 Dancing Skill Get Together
How to Improve the Sims 4 Dancing Skill
No literature will teach you how to hear the beat and feel the music, so get off the couch, get off the computer, turn up your favorite song and start shaking your fat. Although here it is better to say stick to the monitors, launch your favorite The Sims 4 and get up from the sofas to shake your Sims with rolls. They can hone their dance moves by dancing to the music of any stereo systems, DJ consoles, or by practicing in front of a mirror in which they can fit in full growth. Interestingly, there is only one such mirror, and it came out along with the add-on. It is not known whether this is a flaw or a special idea, but you can’t dance in front of other large mirrors.
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Dancing skill development
Dancing in front of a mirror
Dancing skill leveling will take a long time, don't worry. It has only five levels. One good disco all night long and you will be the king of the dance floor. There are also a couple of ways to improve skill faster:
- New Trait "Dance Machine"
- Dancing in a confident mood
- Performing group dances
- Improve skill during club meetings
However, it is worth remembering that no matter what skills and traits the Sims have, no matter how hard the players try to protect them from all sorts of mistakes, incidents happen even among professionals. It's a shame that sometimes they spoil beautiful dances, but they look funny.
Unfortunate Character Dances
Now is the time to go through each level in detail and see what features are available to Sims.
Dance skill levels
First level
As you know, in the fourth part of the Sims line, the characters get the first level of the skill, having tried it once. Once on the dance floor, Sims get a couple of new moves in their arsenal, and these are not those caricatured dances from the base game. New movements give a little club style. Also, the characters learn a simple dance "Under the Hand", which is perfect for stylish chicks dancing in miniskirts and stilettos.
Arm Dance
Second level
Sims can talk about dance skills when they have acquired any skills. Discussions are good, but becoming a star of the dance floor does not contribute much. You won’t surprise people with club dance alone, so why not add Pop Dance to your list?
Dance Pop Dance
Third Level
The more practice, the more different dances Sims master.
Now in their arsenal appeared "Lame". Don't make false assumptions because of a funny name. The dance is not designed for the disabled and pensioners. In fact, he looks very cool and incendiary. nine0008
Chump Dance
In addition, a portable dance floor appears in the Sim's inventory, thanks to which you can rock in absolutely any place. The main thing - do not forget to take any portable stereo system with you, otherwise the performance will be covered with a copper basin. Although it is curious that group dances can be performed without music.
The Sims 4 Party Dances Get Together
Upon reaching the third level, the Sims unlock the ability to dance around the campfire with fire. It looks the same as dancing with light, available in the next level. The only difference is that instead of light sticks, Sims spin torches. nine0008
dancing with fire by the fire
Be very careful when performing this trick! If the character hits the back of his head with a light stick by accident and hits a bump at most, then here it will light up.
No kidding! Of course, such a small flame is not fatal, but a moodlet that gives +1 to discomfort is provided. Therefore, do not rush to dance with fire, you can also perform ordinary dances around the fire.
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Level 4
Once Sims reach level 4, they learn new dance moves. You can see them as an element of some group dances or when the character alone moves freely on the dance floor. Those who are not far from the topic of dancing in real life can easily name what styles Sims use. Personally, I recognized wave, electro-dance and popping in their movements. nine0008
Various dance steps
But that's not all. Now the characters can perform a spectacular dance with glow sticks.
Glow Stick Dance
Level Five
Once Sims have mastered the dance skill, they can perform a back flip as part of their dance routine.
If during this action they manage not to kiss the dance floor, the audience will be delighted, believe me!
Somersault in dance
You ask, is this all? No! Rather, take a look at the Sim's wardrobe. For all the hard work, ups and downs, brand new retro sneakers will be the reward. Look how amazing they are! Only one problem - now the excuse that shoes interfere with a bad dancer is not for your Sims. nine0008
Dance shoes in The Sims 4 Get together
Dance battles
Do you think you can move well enough to the music and have no equal? Well, why not test it empirically? Calling another Sim to the so-called battle is another skill token. If you wish, you can "throw down the gauntlet" even at the lowest levels of the skill, but this is not recommended. Sims don't have much movement left, so don't expect spectacular fights. Even more - two sims showing each other the Hand in Hand dance looks extremely comical.
But the kings of the dance floor will unleash a real battle. Unfortunately, the winner is always unknown, because no pop-ups about the result of the battle or the corresponding moodlets appear. nine0008
Sim Dance Duel
Group Dance
You can dance not only alone, but also with friends. So why not create your own dance team? You can form a team in the communication menu in the “Group actions” section. It is advisable to select Sims with the same skill level, as more experienced dancers will not be able to perform dances due to the presence of Sims who are lagging behind in skill in the group. There are 5 dances in total:
- One step, two steps...
- Boogie Woogie
- Breakdance
- Spinning Top
- Lean Back
True, the disadvantage of automatic construction is that you cannot determine the position of each participant.
You can only set the position of the leader. The group will be led by the character to whom you gave the command to perform a joint dance.
Dance teams can consist of two to eight characters. Depending on the number, the construction figures will differ. nine0008
Two dancers . Stand in one line, the leader will be located on the left.
2 dancers on the dance floor
2 dancers on the dance floor
Three dancers . They stand in a triangle, the leader becomes in the center, going a little closer ahead of the rest.
3 dancers on the dance floor
3 dancers on the dance floor
Four dancers . Become a rhombus; the leader, as always, is ahead of everyone.
4 dancers on the dance floor
4 dancers on the dance floor
Five dancers .
When viewed from above, the arrangement of the dancers resembles the image of the number "five" on a dice. The leader becomes in the center.
5 dancers on the dance floor
5 dancers on the dance floor
Six dancers . They are located in a pyramid, the leader in every sense stands at the top.
6 dancers on the dance floor
6 dancers on the dance floor
Seven dancers . When viewed from above, the arrangement resembles a flower or a honeycomb. The leader stands in the center.
7 dancers on the dance floor
7 dancers on the dance floor
Eight dancers . The arrangement is the same as that of the seven, with the only difference that the leader is in front of this "cell".
