Dancing and me>>>
While some had to go to
school to learn the art, for me it was an innate ability. Back then when I was two years old or so, every Saturday, I would put on my iro and buba then go to my father’s room to dance and make him smile. There
was something about music that it had a kind of effect on my body ( mind you,music that appeals to me alone-lyrics, melody and beats). There was hardly any dance
competition, end of year parties or ceremonies where I would not draw attention
because of my dancing skills. Eventually, I came up tops or among the first two. I could switch on the T.V to
watch only dance programmes because it made me updated with latest dance steps
and was also a source of inspiration. In my days, it started off with running
mad, Cleopatra, flex, MC Hammer, twisting and others. One thing about dance is
that it keeps on evolving as new steps keep surfacing.
I look forward to every
Thursday after break time in Primary school to go for Choreography class taught
by Uncle Victor(wonder where he is and I have searched for him on facebook).He
was such a good dance instructor, he had the right the steps for every beat. The
class was interesting and enjoyable. It did not take him long to recognise my
love for dancing and was placed in the front row. However, I was moved to the back row because of my height..
That was several years ago, anytime I hear songs that had been choreographed,
it brings back childhood memories. I recall the steps and make the moves even
if it creates a nostalgic feeling. There were other platforms to showcase my
talent like the cultural group. It was different from modernised dance; it was
deeply rooted in culture and the movements and rhythms are very unique. As much as I wanted to associate with
western dance, I still found fulfilment dancing to local beats in local style.
As I progressed from primary
to secondary then to the University, somehow I still managed to be visible in
anything relating to dance. Now I am all grown up and still growing (though not
necessarily physically but mentally, spiritually, socially, financially-YES!!!
Somehow I have noticed my
love for dancing has kinda dropped owing to other pressing issues associated
with adulthood like pursuit of career, marital life and relationships with
people generally. More so, getting older comes with maturity and there are
childhood habits that are to be dropped. If I was going to continue dancing, it
should be among my circle but people in this circle sometimes do not want to
let want to let their hair down. What is of serious concern is my
inflexibility. These days I find it difficult to do things that I could easily
do-exercise to the rescue. I really want to get my groove back and take dancing
to another level. Kaffy is my model in this area. She is a mother but she still
fit and doing what she knows how to do best. Dancing is the movement to rhythm
or sound. Every culture has its own peculiarities. Some common dances are
salsa, pantomime, hip hop, ballet e.t.c. Dancing is a form of exercise. It is
a mood booster, form of entertainment and source of income. It relaxes the
muscles and eases tension. Dancing is a hobby and would always be!
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