Chapter 29

"1... 2... 3... Follow the rhythm... Yes, keep going... 1... 2..."

In the practice room, Moon Jung-woo started practicing under the guidance of Kang Jun-young. Dancing and taekwondo were, of course, two different things, but they both required physical strength, flexibility, and agility. Finding the rhythm was key. However, for Moon Jung-woo, dancing was a completely new experience. For now, they were just checking his sense of rhythm without diving into specific dance steps.

Handing over a towel, Moon Jung-woo took a deep breath and wiped the sweat from his forehead. Kang Jun-young gestured for him to sit on the floor, knowing that Jung-woo wasn't tired but rather feeling a bit overwhelmed by the unfamiliar activities. However, Jung-woo remained calm and serious, which was a good sign.

"Jung-woo, do you know anything about dancing?" Kang Jun-young asked with a smile, looking at Moon Jung-woo.

Moon Jung-woo shook his head and put down the towel. "Not really, just some random practice following videos on TV."

Kang Jun-young nodded. "Alright. I'll give you a brief overview." Moon Jung-woo nodded eagerly, his expression serious.

Kang Jun-young organized his thoughts and looked up at Moon Jung-woo. "Dancing encompasses many styles. Classical, modern. Some I'm not familiar with, so I'll just explain the types that debut idols generally encounter."

Moon Jung-woo bowed. "Yes, Jun-young-ssi."

Kang Jun-young was pleased with Moon Jung-woo's attitude.

"Most singers today, about 90%, perform hip-hop. But if you observe closely, you'll notice that even with different music and rhythms, the dance styles can vary. This is because hip-hop itself has many subgenres. Before debuting, idols usually focus on one style based on their personal strengths, while learning the basics of others. Of course, this varies from person to person."

Moon Jung-woo asked, "Why does it vary from person to person?"

Kang Jun-young explained, "In today's K-pop, dance performances are dominant. Debuting at a younger age has become more common. After HOT's success in sweeping across Asia, the performance style of singing and dancing simultaneously became mainstream. Most idol singers need to have a solid foundation in dancing. However, nowadays, there are more groups than solo artists. In a group, roles are divided. Some are main dancers, others are main vocalists. Those with a natural talent for singing will receive more training in that area and be groomed as the group's main vocalist. Those with a natural talent for dancing will focus more on dance training."

Moon Jung-woo was taken aback. "So, you only need to excel in one area?"

Kang Jun-young shook his head. "Of course not. We're just talking about dancing for now. If you have a natural talent for dancing, you don't need to be as strict with your singing, as long as you don't have obvious flaws. However, if your dancing is poor, it will affect the overall performance on stage, no matter where you stand. Even if you're at the back, your steps need to be in sync with the group. Poor dancing can ruin the overall aesthetic."

Seeing Moon Jung-woo frown in thought, Kang Jun-young smiled. "There are always trade-offs. There's no such thing as getting all the benefits without any drawbacks. Ultimately, an idol's success depends on their popularity. Sometimes, individual skills aren't the decisive factor. For example, in a group, a member might not be the best singer or dancer but has a very attractive appearance, which can make them popular. Some might not be conventionally attractive but are very cute, and they still gain popularity. However, a member who only excels in dancing will have fewer opportunities to shine compared to those who are good at both singing and dancing. Of course, this is assuming they stand out, not just being decent. But these are details that your future teachers will explain to you. For now, let's focus on dancing."

Moon Jung-woo nodded. "Jun-young-ssi, what types of dance do you know?"

Kang Jun-young was taken aback but smiled and clapped. "You're a smart one, knowing to use me as a starting point for learning."

Stretching a bit, Kang Jun-young stood up. "I specialize in b-boy... remember the name for now, and I'll explain more later. I started learning because I liked it. Later, as a backup dancer, I had to learn more styles and began to study them. I had thoughts of debuting, but I never got the chance. As I got older, I gave up and became a dance teacher."

After speaking, Kang Jun-young walked to the computer and played a song. The rhythm wasn't fast, but it was strong, making you want to move your body. Kang Jun-young started dancing to the beat. Moon Jung-woo watched closely, noting that Kang Jun-young's movements were powerful but not just about exerting force. He used it effectively in each move. Moon Jung-woo was deep in thought, summarizing the key points.

After dancing for about half a minute, Kang Jun-young stopped, turned off the music, and sat back down in front of Moon Jung-woo. "That was b-boy, short for breaking boy. It's a highly technical dance style that requires good strength, flexibility, and coordination. Dancers who perform this style are called B-Boys, and girls are called B-Girls."

Looking at Moon Jung-woo, Kang Jun-young asked, "Did you notice any characteristics?"

Just as Moon Jung-woo was about to speak, the door opened. Lee Soon-gyu poked her head in. "Aren't you practicing?"

Kang Jun-young waved her in, and Lee Soon-gyu closed the door and sat next to Moon Jung-woo. Kang Jun-young teased, "You two are dating, right? I rarely see Soon-gyu so attentive to anyone, always following them around."

"Mo ya?!" Lee Soon-gyu glared at Kang Jun-young. "Oppa, be careful, or I'll tell the president that you're secretly smoking."

Kang Jun-young quickly waved his hands. "Alright, alright, I won't say anything. Just don't tell the president, or I'll be in trouble again."

Moon Jung-woo looked surprised. "Is smoking prohibited here?"

Lee Soon-gyu explained, "It's not that smoking is prohibited, but Jun-young-oppa is a professional dancer. Smoking affects their stamina and lung capacity. My father also encourages him to be more professional."

Moon Jung-woo nodded and suddenly looked at Kang Jun-young. "Jun-young-ssi, I feel that the differences in dance styles can also be distinguished by how the body uses force. It's just a hunch, based on watching your b-boy. I'm not sure if I'm right."

Kang Jun-young was taken aback but smiled and clapped. "You're right. The key is how the force is used. Understanding this will definitely help you learn other dance styles."

Suddenly, Kang Jun-young looked at Lee Soon-gyu and pointed to her. "Soon-gyu has been training for five years and is still in the pre-debut stage. How about she demonstrates different dance styles for you, and you can summarize them?"

Lee Soon-gyu pouted and waved her hands. "No way. I just finished practicing, and now you want me to practice again."

Kang Jun-young pulled Lee Soon-gyu. "Come on, it won't tire you out. Your little boyfriend is just starting, and he needs your help."

Lee Soon-gyu glared at Kang Jun-young. "Oppa, if you keep teasing me, I'll bite you!"

Before Kang Jun-young could say anything, Moon Jung-woo frowned at her. "What's the problem? Is it so embarrassing to have me as your boyfriend? Why are you making excuses?"

Lee Soon-gyu raised her head to speak, but Moon Jung-woo pushed her impatiently. "Just dance so I can learn. I need to go to school to register this afternoon."

"What does going to school have to do with learning to dance?!" Lee Soon-gyu pouted but reluctantly stood up. She walked to the computer.

Kang Jun-young was taken aback, looking at Moon Jung-woo and then at Lee Soon-gyu, a smile forming on his lips. Lee Soon-gyu turned on the music and started dancing, her expression becoming serious.

Moon Jung-woo had seen Lee Soon-gyu dance before, but this time, he was more focused on the details he had just learned from Kang Jun-young. As Lee Soon-gyu danced, he noticed that each style had a different way of using force. However, something still felt off. Suddenly, a voice clarified the issue.

"Soon-gyu just imitates without understanding the overall meaning. I've told her this, but she still tends to mimic rather than focus on the internal techniques of force application, which is why her movements aren't as smooth." Kang Jun-young's words made Moon Jung-woo nod in agreement as he continued to watch.

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(P.S.: The contract arrived, and "Exclusive Work" has been upgraded to "A-Level." While there aren't many people yet, I want to thank each of you. First, fallenone is a reader from a big destiny novel. Yuri&tiffany seems to be the first to tip at Lianzhan Xingmeng. Royyi is also a reader from a big destiny novel, and arthuri might be a new follower of Han Cuo. As for Aide's Reverse Pattern and Qinqin Xiaolu Yun, they are in the group. I also sincerely thank Hateful Tangle for their support. I'm very grateful for all the encouragement you've given to the new book. Although Han Cuo's writing style is vulgar and shameless, in real life, I'm a straightforward and reserved person. Besides thanking you, I can't say much. I can only hope to repay you with my performance. I bow to the computer, hoping you can receive it.)

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