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How To Scuba (Locking)

Locking is a street dance style which evolved in the 70s, and is associated with funk music as well as hip hop. In this step by step guide Julie Jade, hip hop dance instructor at the City Academy, shows you how to do the scuba. Enlarge

How To Scuba (Locking)

Locking is a street dance style which evolved in the 70s, and is associated with funk music as well as hip hop. In this step by step guide Julie Jade, hip hop dance instructor at the City Academy, shows you how to do the scuba.

Top Tips

  • Make a circular motion with your knee; bringing it up, then out to the side, kick your foot, and bring it down.
  • As your first leg comes down, imagine it is kicking your second leg out in a smooth movement.