If you're wary of showing off your dance skills (or lack thereof), don't worry. The sweet thing about a dance-exercise class is that almost everyone else on the floor is uneasy, too.

Whether you're intimidated by the music, or that overachieving show-off in the front row, the fact remains, your only competition is yourself.

"Once you get past the fear ... eventually, you will get it," says Sports Club/LA dance instructor Ron Jason. You're going into it for yourself and once you realize that, he says, then the fun begins.

Consider these tips from Jason on how to choose and prepare for your ideal dance-exercise class:

Observe: So much to consider! The music, the teacher ... the lighting. Whatever strikes, or doesn't strike, your fancy - in the end, it's up to you.

Keep time: Got rhythm? "That's half the battle," says Jason. But if you're challenged in that area, you're not alone. Try listening to music that you enjoy and practice clapping, snapping or counting to the beat Read Full Article...

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