Shuffle Tutorial: Freestyle and how to find your flow

[@fabianamarconcini8959]

Hi Emylee! Would you consider making a video about how to move arms while shuffling? I'm always too stiff in my upper body when I dance and I def want to get better

[@yes3365]

I have been doing the running man since i was 8, i never new the name i just saw someone do it and i started doing it, but i didnt know that people thought it was cool and hard to do, so i didnt do it in front of people because i thought it might've been wierd. But im good at shuffling now and people are surprised when they see i can shuffle cause thet havent seen me do it before. Thanks for the tutorial i really needed this cause i couldnt seem to find the right way to put the moves together 🥺❤

[@awesome_by_default]

I was the same way. I was unknowingly doing the running man for so long. Even though it wasn't perfect (still isn't lol) the timing was off as well as too much kick down. Despite that, this is one of the reasons, I think, why it was so easy for me to at least start getting into shuffle since I already had a bit of a head start.

[@tigant]

It's so important to find someone who can explain everything in clear language. You are amazing.

[@hannahlaine333]

Emylee! Girllll! I’ve been watching you for a hot minute and been trying to teach myself to shuffle for an even hotter minute. You’ve brought so much light and inspiration into my life. I watched this vid yesterday and today I had the first shuffle SESH where I finally felt my flow, felt excited, happy, connected and drenched in sweat lol.. I feel like I can finally groove to the music without feeling defeated. I’m a slow learner lol. Thank you so much for making content. I plan on doing some shuffle coaching w u sometime soon (: thanks again, xo!

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

awe that warms my heart to hear!! I cant wait to dance with you sis :)

[@onewheeler]

I started following your tutorials a few months ago and on Halloween tried shuffling in public for the first time. Your tutorials gave me the comfort and fluency to feel like I could zone out and focus on the fun! Later that evening to my surprise strangers complimented my dancing for the first time in my life ^_^. Thanks so much for the amazing tutorials! They're so much fun and have opened up a whole new world of movement for me :D.

[@danikonig8471]

Cool advice to split in "session" and "learn the movement" parts! Helped me a lot :)

[@medicalinterest9091]

Hi Emylee, when I see you shuffle I get inspired to keep going. Videoing myself has corrected a lot of my style. Thanks. You also remind me how lovely it is to be in a fit body and dressed in clothes and foot wear that makes me want to move. I break into shuffling when there are open areas in shopping centers. Kids join in.

[@awesome_by_default]

I love that you mentioned how shuffle is a freeform style. Even before I started looking into dancing, I'd see dancers (from all genres) with these complicated routines that were very specific and rigid and I would just be turned away from the idea of "I could dance too." For two reasons, one; I just know I wouldn't be able to keep track of a big complicated string like that and two; I've always been a very "go with the flow" type of person. Do whatever feels right in every given moment. If something doesn't feel right, it is very difficult to keep myself on it. So shuffle is perfect for me I think.

[@Charliesgirl88]

I totally understand what you mean about not being able to dance to certain songs. I could dance to all of them, but when you don't truly connect with the beat it doesn't come out as effortless

[@SlightlySlanted]

I grew up doing the running man and kid and play. I basically watched you slow mo it and make it prettier haha! Thanks for the remix and teaching this 42 year old how to shuffle in style 🔥🥂 💃🏻

[@sammysworld5485]

This is the best basic tip I’ve heard so far for beginners. Thanks!!!

[@ivettemelendez2621]

Thank you for reminding me to have fun while I dance!! I'm always so focused on the "next move" or what people will think about my dancing. So thank you for this❤

[@dalecross6888]

Thanks Emylee! Greetings from Colorado! Love it! You made a great point, anything new, Record it! I've been a Musician for many years. Every new song gets recorded, and played back. Some work for you, and some don't! or there are improvements that can be made. I do it for my audience! at least use a full size mirror. Keep On Shufflin'

[@coreyburke1507]

Thank you for making shuffling so simple and accessible, and for making the #1 focus on having fun and being in a flow state.

[@Aquetas04]

Separating lab and vibe session has been such good advice; thank you!!

[@aussibelle]

Thx for the tips! I am always so in my head. Gotta get back to practicing.

[@luker1hutcher315]

Also known as ''being in the Zone!" as many athletes and Musicians experience who are passionate and feeling it from their very (spiritual) core, not so much conciously doing it! Another great enlightening video. Thanks again. I cant wait til i can shuffle even a quarter this good!

[@jamievidd775]

Great tips, Emylee! You rock, girl. Love your shuffling. 👍

[@stacynb1]

Hey there!! I appreciate all your content, always. Shuffling is so good for the soul! No matter what age or skill level! I love seeing all the shuffle gatherings around the different cities, but I get so nervous! I hope you all are staying healthy and safe!

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

ah the shuffle community is so welcoming though always! you should absolutely go to a meetup, i guarantee you will love it :)

[@JoleneWright]

I absolutely loved this video my girl!! Love your vibe and energy ALWAYS! 🌞✨

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

you are a light in my life sis! Thanks for always being so sweet :)

[@rihannaluis2114]

You make me want to try and learn to mix up and my sister and I learn from you and that makes me happy(:

[@kathygriffith3086]

Wow, thank you so much. Very helpful as I was really getting lost and unmotivated feeling intimidated by my own shuffling. Who cares, it’s my dance! I appreciate you!

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

so happy to hear that love! go get lost in the sauce :)

[@michellemosri5922]

Your videos are so great, your energy is so great. Thank you for posting such great content. I’ve been dancing for a few months and struggling to find a flow. Definitely need to drop my ego and just let go. This video brought me some peace, thank you 😭💙

[@cherryxb]

Thank you so much for this. I've been trying to teach myself to shuffle for the past 2 years but its been difficult because I'm a perfectionist and scared of failure but my heart keeps bringing me back to it because I love the music so much. I needed to hear this.

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

I am a perfectionist at heart too sis so I feel you. I have to remind myself of this often so I'm glad it resonated with you too

[@johnsilveira6925]

humm- i've been shuffling for 6 months - previously i had the biggest mental block about dancing at all - i wouldn't go to parties if there was going to be dancing - i finally said it's time to address this problem - when i started with tutorials on you tube i'd start sweating just thinking about going to practice - point is and to keep this short - i shuffle every nite no matter what ( well almost - if i'm physically exhausted is only time i don't ). So shuffling every nite is a big habit and commitment - and for me to keep the boredom away from doing choreography practice sometime i just go out and move to whatever i feel like doing - trying to see what new move i see evolve out of some other basic steps . Within a few minutes i'm having fun because i found a move that's hitting my body in ways that is a development - it's all about development for me - mentally - physically - emotionally ... sometimes i just want to move - do spins and whatever comes to mind - that's the challenge and an aspect that i need to develop - tonight i'm sitting here typing - it's midnight exactly - and i'm just looking forward to going to the floor and feeling my body out and moving again - sweating - and just enjoying the process whatever it is ------- hope that helps - Emylee's tutorials helped me so much - i keep learning - have fun good luck and like Van Seco says " don't be lazy " (=

[@tinafernandez2876]

So cool!! I have been watching random tutorials for the last month and didn’t know you from Denver!!! So awesome. I’m trying so hard. ICandee is my friemd. Hope to meet more MILE HIgH Shufflers soon. Love my Denver.

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

Oh I love her!!! Please please come to our next shuffle meet up!

[@tinafernandez2876]

I definitely will!!! I am so addicted and frustrated anxious to learn and hit new moves. Lol. That’s the sweet thing about this journey. Inspirer’s like you help along the way. I think I just found you on insta. I’m strongandsassy1 on there. Hopefully we cross paths soon. Have a great day 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Nazia87_]

Loved your videos

[@benwinter2420]

Shuffle girls are an phenomena

[@elorasalas7077]

Thanks Em! This reinforced what we went over in the coaching session. Love the breakdown of a Lab vs. a Session. ♥️

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

thanks love! its a nice way to distinguish your practicing :)

[@brolysayajin3609]

I'm proud of U Emylee, I'm with U since You began on YT watching Your every video and I always know that U are very smart girl. Sometimes You drive me mad but who doesn't by long time, I'm really impressed even after when U didn't agree what I pleased You.

[@Kota_werks]

Great advice. I love your Flow and You😊

[@alfredofelicesguerra4243]

excelente video !!!

[@ThrivingAfterThirty]

Awesome tips!

[@tiffanymatejka7411]

You make me want to try and learn shuffling :)

[@priscillatorres501]

Thank you for these tips! I feel like there are times where I am flowing and not thinking about what I'm doing as in terms of dancing, but then I get this one second where I suddenly stop and I'm like wait what do I do next!? I gotta stop being in my head so much

[@ThrivingAfterThirty]

Your RM looks so much more graceful than mine. 🤗 Looks like you slide more than me. I’m trying to take the slide out.

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

yes! keep at it, but the less drag, the easier it is :) hopping just enough to pick your feet up into position

[@kairoglyphix]

dope mix for practice: Pumpkin's 2014 Shambhala set

[@tiffanyrose1571]

It’s the random moments of awkwardness for me. When you have a Ricky Bobby moment and “don’t know what to do with your hands” 😂😂 or just get weird for a sec. it’s literally everything. I’m a little obsessed with your personality. Ugh, why can’t I be in Colorado so we can be friends 😩😩😭

[@AVSMusic]

Dope!💚

[@Bad-Trip-Cruel]

Haha that's exactly what I lack at the moment 😜👍

[@tigant]

Let go of your ego and have fun. Advice for every situation.

[@a098519536081]

I like your teaching

[@HiTu123_3]

OMGGG I LOVE YOUR ACcount

[@kashika_strawberry.lipstic4624]

🤩🤩🤩🤩Omg loved this videooooooo Love you too Em!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ And I had a question What are the best shoes for shuffling? Bc I have mine so they are grippy so I can’t really do properly and I can’t do barefoot everywhere either so Can you help me?❤️

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

check out this video i did on shuffling shoes! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXvCnpWhitl5o80

[@HuertaJB]

I love your videos and I’ve been learning a lot through them! I rolled my ankle just slightly today. Do you recommend stretching before a session or what kind of tips do you have to avoid this? 😅 Thanks! ❤️

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

yes definitely stretch/warmup! treat it like you would a workout:)

[@DaUnaDistanza]

A big tip is to also SLEEP on it. This goes for anything you practice and want to improve at. Your brain does a *lot* of work behind the scenes during a good nights rest.

[@ns-ph1hp]

Can you do a shuffle video to roses?

[@worldrider7723]

hiii I'm getting into shuffling and I just had to ask do you have any recommendations for led shoes? and if so which brand I should get them from?

[@pixel8122]

Anything smooth and doesn't squeek that much while sliding it.

[@savigirl2545]

Hey what’s the song at the beginning? It’s 🔥

[@stacynb1]

For those who are not musically inclined but want to dance, would you be willing to do a video where you play music and count the beats for us and also point out how to know when the beat will drop?

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

absolutely!

[@johnsilveira6925]

i think if you just relax into it you'll find the spot where it's time to jump in - i had the same issue for 6 months till just recently , when i like what i'm listening to dancing just happens - you'll find it

[@filippofacco574]

Please anyone knows the sogn at 6:18? Thanks

[@karthik-manickavelu]

The intro was really cool, what song was that?

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

Silky Thoughts and Peace of Mind - FortyThr33

[@karthik-manickavelu]

Emylee, thanks! I think you should upload that video too.

[@misttborn]

Thankd

[@brendacobarrubia6012]

❤❤❤

[@renzo_haps6750]

Bonito contenido 💙

[@medicalinterest9091]

I have watched the intro of your video a dozen times or more. You are so good and beautiful to learn from. I wish you were my girl friend then I could dance with you and strut my stuff. I love looking fit and dancing does it. My legs look fantastic but my upper body needs work now. I'm using an axle from a trailer for weight lifting. By the way, your playfulness is adorable.

[@jessicahenderson1133]

Hey x I was just wondering could I ask , basically I'm a beginner , decided today that I really wanna learn this, its had me sweating lol .. how many days through the week and time spent on practising is ideal , xx

[@medicalinterest9091]

Personally, I only do a few minutes each day. At the beginning I was clumsy and skipping too high. The art seems to require minimizing the jumping motion. That's what was exhausting me. I also do warm ups to get my breathing ready. It is very easy to get short of breath and feel unfit.

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

if you can practice every day, even if its only for 15 minutes you'll really start to see an improvement. It's all about muscle memory with shuffling

[@medicalinterest9091]

@@EmyleeRatzlaff This is so true Emylee. I love you for your playfulness. I am in a nice body that just has to move when dressed like you.

[@jesshenderson4967]

Thank you for the reply Emylee x appreciate it (: x Just one more question lol.. should I just focus on getting the running man .. and try master that first xx or is it ok to try a few , yesterday I was doing that and the tip toe x

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

@@jesshenderson4967 i would say most of your focus should be on the RM but its okay to throw in a move or two as well

[@philippns413]

Can you share the podcast that you were listening to?

[@mintyannotations2718]

is it possible for you to do a video on body control when shuffling so you don't feel like you're flailing all over the place? haha

[@PersonalFinanceWithAshtyn]

I have no idea why but running man has been super challenging for me 🥺😫 it's only been 2 days but still idk why I can't get it

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

ScentsyWithAshtyn&Collin only 2 days is nothing, don’t stress! Keep at it you’ll get it :) and if you’re feeling super frustrated and want some help I also do 1 on 1 coaching. The link is in the description whenever you are ready 🥰

[@PersonalFinanceWithAshtyn]

Emylee Ratzlaff I actually just submitted from the forum on Instagram! I am super excited to learn as much as possible and I am so stoked for my shuffle journey! :-)

[@selfcarephysio]

Do you know of any clubs or groups that are similar to milehighshufflers in the Bay Area? I would love to join so I can be post of a community of other shuffle dancers!

[@EmyleeRatzlaff]

I know there is an LA shuffle squad, but I'll keep my eye out for one in the Bay Area and let you know!

[@selfcarephysio]

Emylee Ratzlaff thank you! I love following along with your tutorials and videos 😊

[@rihannaluis2114]

I liked the content and I hope that the content will develop. You are a beautiful girl. I wish you continued success, and I hope you are from Russia, and you are a graceful girl.(:

[@1984johnalexander]

Emylee you are a pretty woman I love to see you you are very pretty greetings from Bogotá Colombia

[@FEPSO]

do you enjoy dancing to techno?

[@LubaLuba1]

Do you realize that this so call Shuffle was done first in Latin freestyle back in late 80's early 90's

[@berniemac6833]

Damn, shuffling really went downhill huh

[@DianeFoxxx]

How much?