The Dougie is a dance characterized by smooth, swaggy movements with a basic two-step and bounce rhythm. Here's a step-by-step guide to learn how to Dougie:
- Start with a basic two-step move with bent knees, stepping from left to right with a slight bounce.
- When stepping to the right, lean your body slightly to the right side, turning your back towards that side and angling your chest about 45 degrees to the left. Raise your left forearm up as you do this.
- Bring your left foot in to meet your right foot and tap the ground.
- Repeat the movement on the left side by stepping to the left, turning your torso 45 degrees to the right, and raising your right forearm.
- Combine these movements smoothly, stepping side to side with leaning torso and opposite arm movement.
- Add your own body motion and style as you get comfortable with the rhythm.
- Optionally, try the faster California/Jerking style which involves smaller foot taps instead of full two steps.
Keep your knees bent to keep the groove and bounce natural. Arms can add flavor by mimicking actions such as "driving a car," punching sides of the head, or styling around the hair. Practice the footwork first, then add the arm movements. This dance originated from rapper Doug E. Fresh and was popularized by the Cali Swag District's song "Teach Me How to Dougie".
