GIVE MEANING TO THE MOVEMENT

GIVE MEANING TO THE MOVEMENT

These videos come out with every single new song release. Here you will learn directly from our Oula choreographers why certain moves were chosen to help us more deeply experience the story and move it through our bodies. You can find a more in depth breakdown of our new song each week in the Intro to Oula section!

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GIVE MEANING TO THE MOVEMENT
  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Expensive

    by Andy Grammer

    This song is all about self-love with some introspection and reflection on what makes you feel “expensive”. When we strip away all the material “stuff” we get to the heart of it all – relationships (with ourselves and others) built of love and connection.

  • GIve Meaning to the Movement | You Love Who You Love

    by Zara Larson

    So many of the lyrics in this song speak to our collective experience of either being the person trying to help a friend or even being the one blinded by love. Find the lyrics that speak to you and sing them out. The repetition of the kicks in the chorus gives us time to connect w...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Head Down

    by Lost Frequencies + Bastille

    While we’re sending some love to our arms in this song, we also get to strengthen our abs, glutes, quads and even our calves. No matter what comes our way we hold our heads high. Feel your strength, your worth and a sense of accomplishment as you transition from bu...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Yeesh!

    by Lady Bri

    We have all the sass with this new song. Open up those hips with lots of single, single, doubles and great opportunity to freestyle during the bridge! Have fun and use your voice on this fun transition up song!

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Conquer

    by Ruelle

    This song is about rising up and coming into your power. We're starting to come out of the darkness of winter and we're ready to take on anything this year has to throw at us! Verse 1 is sad and dark, and Verse 2 talks about feeling the sun on our face. This song is like a hug for the ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Sideways

    by Misterwives

    The melody of the song is extremely catchy (fun & poppy) and then it’s paired with some thought provoking lyrics.We are able to feel In an article posted the artist wrote: “The feeling you get when at a crossroads of knowing it’s time to let someone go versus actually doing so, ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Everything

    by Netta

    At first glance this song is full of pop and sass, but Netta’s lyrics give us such a story. She explores the complicated journey of love, disappointment, and the longing for what could have been. She does this with a fun and sassy attitude that helps get our party started!

    On a deeper...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Not My Fault

    by Reneé Rapp & Megan Thee Stallion

    The party doesn’t really start until YOU make a grand entrance. All eyes are on you so take up space and strut your stuff! This song from the new Mean Girls soundtrack kicks off class with tons of energy.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Fire On Up

    by Paper Kings
    We're using body percussion and tapping to get our bodies fired up for the cardio section of our playlist. This song will have us feeling strong and powerful! So "Pound on your chest, like there's no tomorrow!" Have lots of fun tapping into your animalistic side a little on this one.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Alright

    by Sam Fisher and Meghan Trainor

    This song has an uplifting and positive vibe to it. The artist reminds us that we can make it through anything. If we say it over and over our mind will begin to hear it. Let’s practice it together. Research shows that positive self-talk can improve self-esteem, ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Back to Back

    by Easy McCoy + Outasight

    The artists remind us not to quit, to look at what we have done and be proud of our accomplishments. Channel your champion energy vibes and get ready to go for it! And don't forget to shout out “Here I come, I’m never done, Raise it Up, Just like that, We’re going Back ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Turbulence

    by P!nk

    This song gives us an opportunity to share what it means to us and to encourage each other to connect with their own meanings. Find the lyrics that speak to you and sing them. Listen for the collective breath as we dance as one. Savor the space we hold as we find a smooth flight pattern ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Houdini

    by Dua Lipa

    We are owning our sexy selves in this one! This song is confident, sultry and feels a little cat and mouse as we “come and go” dancing through both sharp and soft movements. There’s a lot of coming and going as we travel side-to-side. Take up all the space!

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Dancing Feet

    by Kygo and DNCE

    Enjoy the little bit of a disco vibe here. This one is fun and bouncy. Paisley loves singing "So tell me now, do you want it?" right before the chorus! This one should feel pretty nice and easy for us to get quickly into the groove.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Sink or Swim

    by Rachel Lorin

    This song is about strength, resilience and empowerment. Sink or Swim brings us to a dark place and reminds us that we can keep fighting, we can keep our head above water and overcome our struggles. The artist encourages listeners to be their own biggest supporters and to embrac...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | THE GIRLS

    by BLACKPINK

    Feel that powerful feminine energy and enjoy having your posse around you. This song has a lot of confidence and sass. "Mess with us you messed up!"
    Sing out "Don't mess with the girls, with the girls, with the girls!" This song is fairly straightforward and repetitive, and no bri...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | World is Mine

    by Lady Bri
    Feel on top of the world as you feel your power in this song. The movements are strong - moving through them together will connect us. The low travels across the floor will be powerful to flow through together. We encourage you to use your voice. Even a loud “Huh” can be powerful!

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Body Count

    We don't believe in too much Jason Derulo ; ). With the body rolls and going down to the floor after the kicks you are bound to feel sexy, confident, & determined.

    Remember, there's always an option to stay more upright if you want to avoid going down to the floor. During the body roll, be sure ...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Don't Think Twice

    If we imagine we were going to approach a stranger and ask them out, it would be a lot easier if we had a crew cheering for us, right? That's what we are doing for each other in this song. Whether we are asking someone out or trying something new, it's comforting to know that we have our hype peo...

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Gimme Love

    We all need love. Connection is a human need, so there is already a common thread between everyone who shows up to class. It's brave to ask for what we want and need. This song is a celebration of humanness and vulnerability.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Mirage

    Channel that main character energy – this song is fierce with dark and mysterious undertones that give us an opportunity to feel powerful, determined, sexy, bold, and even angry. You are reaching out toward that goal or desire; you are working hard but will it materialize? Or is it just a mirage?

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Speed Drive

    Hey, hey speed driver! This song goes from 0-60 mph pretty darn fast so buckle up for a short and sweet ride that will get your heart pumping.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | vampire

    This is a gritty feel-your-fits sort of song. Yell it out. Don't let the vampires get you.

  • Give Meaning to the Movement | Thunder

    Introspective. Excited. Powerful. Feel the highs and lows of life fully. Embrace the thunder and rain as well as the excitement of wanting to fall in love again.