Article: Before you start dancing to music, make sure you’ve got the basic steps down. Count out loud to help you find a rhythm and concentrate on perfecting each movement of your body. It might feel awkward at first, but mastering the moves without music will create the muscle memory to let you dance smoothly with music and other distractions. After you’ve got the basic steps and turns down, you can start putting your moves to music. Look up songs online or look for jive, jitterbug, or swing CDs to try multiple different songs. If you’re looking for music online, look up “jitterbug music” or “swing dance music.” If you’ve gotten down the basic steps and turns and want even more of a challenge, look for a dance studio near you that offers lessons. You can also look online for helpful videos, or buy a DVD that teaches you more advanced moves. Search for “jitterbug dance lessons near me” online to find a dance studio that offers lessons. If you can, call ahead of time to see what moves will be taught and whether they’ll be challenging enough for you. When you’re ready to show off your moves to others, head to a local swing club with a partner, or couple up once you get there. Swing dance clubs are lively places to try out an older but fun way of dancing, so don’t worry if you’re not an expert yet--just have fun! You can search online for swing dance clubs by searching “swing dance clubs near me.”

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Practice your basic steps without any music first. Dance to upbeat swing music once you feel comfortable. Find an instructor at a dance studio to try more advanced steps. Try out your steps at a swing club to dance with others.