How to start choreographing

Choreographing can feel like a huge challenge when you're starting out.
What song do I choose? 

This move looks terrible on me. 

Everyone’s going to hate it.

Ugh, this isn’t clean. 

This is... just bad.

Here’s the truth: It’s tough in the beginning. But, that’s exactly why you need to keep going.
How else will you get better?

Choreographing is a powerful way to show your creativity as a dancer. It’s different from simply learning someone else’s steps. It’s your voice, your vibe. 

Plus, putting your work online is a great way to inspire others, build a following, and maybe even get noticed by casting directors.

So... how do you even begin?

1. Pick a song

Seriously, don’t overthink it. Choose a song you love, or one that popped up first on your playlist.
Sometimes you hear a beat and your gut screams: I NEED to dance to this.
Go with that feeling.

Your piece doesn’t need to be a full song either. An eight-count? A chorus?

 Totally up to you.

2. Start choreographing

This is where most dancers get stuck: What if it looks bad? What if it’s not clean or cringey?

Here’s the trick: stop overthinking.
Just. Move.

Start with a concept or emotion the song gives you. 

Then freestyle. 

Let the ideas come naturally. Even if it feels messy at first, the more you move, the more clarity you’ll find.
Choreography flows best when you give yourself permission to just start.

Want to actually keep choreographing? Make it a routine.
Use the DanceVibes App or our Habit Tracker to stay consistent.
The more you do it, the easier it becomes.

3. Share your work

I get it—putting your work out there feels terrifying. But if you keep it to yourself, how will anyone know what you’re capable of?

Post that TikTok. Share the reel. Upload the Short.
Be proud of what you made, even if it’s not perfect. Confidence grows through action.

How to act on this:

• Download the DanceVibes App or Habit Tracker to get into this habit of choreography!

• Pick songs and movement that you enjoy dancing to to begin choreographing!

• Stand behind your work