Taking class with Gina Michael is all about intention, depth, and musicality. Her choreography challenges you to go beyond just learning shapes—it pushes you to feel the music, commit with your body, and train smarter. To help you get the most out of her class, here are five of Gina’s best tips for picking up choreography and dancing with confidence.

1. Use Your Vocals

When learning choreography, you’re tackling both movement and musicality. Gina recommends vocalizing the sounds of the music while learning—almost like singing the track. This helps lock in rhythm, frees your body to focus on the moves, and sharpens your textures. Think of it as a shortcut for retention and performance quality.

2. Move From Muscle, Not Bone

Instead of focusing only on shapes, shift your attention to how your muscles drive the movement. Engage deeper, texturize your dynamics, and explore the depth of each move. This gives your dancing richness and makes it feel more connected to the music.

3. Go Full Out

Marking choreography has its place, but your body learns best when you commit. Even if the steps feel intimidating, going full out helps your muscles solve the “puzzle” of the movement. The sooner your body gets used to the effort, the quicker your execution and confidence grow.

4. Texture Match the Music

Pay attention to contrasts in the song—sharp vs. smooth, loud vs. soft—and mirror them with your body. This practice, what Gina calls texture matching, will make your dancing more musical and dynamic. It’s all about channeling energy levels that reflect what you hear.

5. Activate Your Hands

Your hands aren’t just accessories—they’re powerful tools for retention. Gina advises flexing your fingers and activating your hand muscles so your movements feel intentional and controlled. Think of your hands like paintbrushes, guiding your body from point A to point B with clarity and precision.

Train With Gina

Time to move. Jump into Gina’s class to “Tonight" — a routine built on textures, dynamics, and musical storytelling. You’ll hit grooves with power, play with contrasts, and find space to bring your own flavor.

Need a warm-up first?

Start with Gina’s curated challenge — a set of her classes that’ll help you strengthen control, train your ear for musicality, and get comfortable with her style before tackling the full piece. Check out the challenge here. 👈

Whether you’re leveling up your foundation or exploring new ways to groove, Gina’s guidance will push you to move with clarity and confidence.

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