11 'Step Up' Moments That Will Have Any Dance Fan Swooning
Sorry, it’s that time again — we’re about to remind you how old we’re all getting. Step Up debuted 10 (ten!) years ago (really, we’re sorry), meaning, it’s been an actual decade since we first were introduced to the glory and beauty that is Channing Tatum. In the years that have since passed, we’ve been blessed with a lot more of Channing (um, hello, Magic Mike) but it’s important to never forget our roots. Plus, Step Up is where Channing met his wife, Jenna Dewan Tatum, which is adorable and, y'know, #RelationshipGoals. So, in honor of Tyler Gage creating a decade-sized place in our hearts, we’re taking a look at some of the greatest gifs that emerged from the Step Up franchise. (Now you’re not mad about being old anymore — see? We’re the best.)
1/11That time when Tyler couldn’t really do those leg lifts.
In all fairness, maybe he was distracted by the fact that Nora’s leg lifts are really, really good? Regardless, Tyler looked pretty cute anyway, so we can forgive him for his lack of gracefulness in this moment.
2/11And when Nora taught him how to do pirouettes.
Tyler’s pirouette game is actually pretty strong. It’s certainly not the same as breakdancing, but he’s got it down. It’s all about the balance.
3/11That leap.
Be still, our hearts. This is the true test for any relationship, TBH. Flash forward to us asking our next boos, “Can you catch me if I jump into your arms like a ballerina?”
4/11And the follow-up to the leap.
Yep. Channing, if you’re out there, let us know if you need a stand-in at any point to recreate this pose. Volunteering as tribute.
5/11Aaaand the fireman imagery.
We’re pretty sure that Nora could have lifted Tyler like this too, TBH. Girl’s got strength.
6/11Then there was that scene by the pier.
Look at that graceful body language, and then their acting like it was NBD.
7/11But seriously, THAT SCENE.
The one thing that makes this scene even better is knowing that Channing and Jenna were totally falling in love IRL while filming this. Also, can we have a camera spin around us next time we’re on a date?
8/11That time when Tyler and Nora slow-danced.
Although the duo could definitely bust a move, they also knew how the value of a good, old-fashioned slow dance. So. Much. Romance.
9/11And then there was the scene in the ballet class.
No, stop, we can’t handle all the cuteness. Channing Tatum and little ballerinas. We’d like to live inside this GIF, please.
10/11And that little ballerina who “shush”ed him.
That sound you just heard was us falling over from the cuteness overload.
11/11But our favorite is this almost-kiss.
Real talk: sometimes the almost-kiss is better than an actual kiss. You know it's true.
