10 Booty-Shakin' Tutorials to Help You Dance Like a Pro

1. 1. The Wobble

   This is sure to be hit at any party -- learn the dance with your friends then surprise everyone with your killer moves. Oh, and don't forget to add your own swag, duh.

2. 2. The Dougie

   Not only does this video teach you how to Dougie, but the instructors are members of the Cali Swag District, the group that raps the song "Teach Me How to Dougie." Mind blown, right?

3. 3. The Bernie

   This dance was inspired by the "Weekend at Bernie's" movie series. In the films, the dead character came alive whenever music played. Show everyone that you are movie trivia savvy but busting out this move in the club.

4. 4. The C Walk

   Ah, the infamous C Walk. By far the most difficult of the tutorials here, but one that will be sure to earn you mad respect on the dance floor. Check out this tutorial for basic C Walking skillz, as well as more advanced glides.

5. 5. Gangnam Style

   In case you haven't kicked the Gangnam style craze, this tutorial will teach you how to master the gallop, lasso, leg sweep, chest pop and pose so you can impress your homies in the club with your Psy-inspired moves.

6. 6. The Spongebob Dance

   This surprisingly tricky dance was inspired by your favorite yellow sponge. We recommend trying this at home before you break it out in front of friends. Also, try not to trip yourself.

7. 7. The Moonwalk

   The Moonwalk is one of the most famous dance moves of all time, and when done properly it can't fail to impress. This classic move is always a crowd-pleaser, so it's worth the time investment to learn.

8. 8. The Worm

   Oh, the worm. This basic breakdancing move is guaranteed to make you a cool kid at parties -- and this instructor's enthusiasm will be sure to inspire the inner b-boy or b-girl in you.

9. 9. The 'Walk It Out'

   Inspired by the jam "Walk it Out" by DJ Unk, this dance move was a 2008 must-learn -- but you never know when songs are going to come back in style. This instructor eloquently tells his audience, "It's really simple, because you're just kinda walkin' it out." So, get walkin'.

10. 10. The Stanky Leg

    This dance requires a little bit of finesse. You more or less stick your leg out to the side, and shake it around. But don't take our word for it, check out this tutorial to get the master tips. Oh, and try not to giggle every time he says "stanky" (15 times in 2 minutes, by the way).

With the summer season comes a multitude of dancing opportunities: weddings, proms, outdoor clubs, graduation gatherings, rooftop parties, festivals, concerts in the park and farmer's markets ... or maybe that last one is just me. The time to prepare yourself for all the grooving and shaking in your future is now. You need dance tutorials.

Lucky you — we at Mashable have compiled 10 sure-fire moves to impress your friends wherever you get the urge to shake it like a polaroid picture. We've got everything from the classic Moonwalk to more adventurous dances like The Stanky Leg and The Wobble.

So don't be afraid to drop it down low and bring it up slow this summer; because after all — if your friends don't dance, they're no friends of yours.

Disclaimer: Mashable is not responsible for any injuries incurred during your booty-shaking sessions.

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