How to Join the Viral “Anxiety” Dance Challenge (Fresh Prince Style)

What is the Anxiety Dance Challenge?

The #AnxietyDanceChallenge is taking TikTok by storm after Will Smith and Tatyana Ali (Ashley from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) recreated their iconic dance scene from the show’s pilot episode. The trend uses Doechii’s hit track “Anxiety”, blending throwback vibes with a modern, empowering beat.

Now everyone is putting their own twist on the moves — and you can too!

Step-by-Step Guide to Joining the Challenge

1. Watch the Original Fresh Prince Scene

• Head to YouTube or TikTok and search:
  ➤ “Fresh Prince pilot dance scene Will Smith Ashley”
• Watch how Ashley confidently dances to the beat and how Will awkwardly tries to keep up — this is the heart of the trend!

📌 Tip: Don’t worry about copying it perfectly — the charm lies in the fun, quirky mimicry.

Listen to “Anxiety” by Doechii

• Find the track on TikTok’s sounds or stream it on Spotify/Apple Music to get a feel for the beat.
• The challenge uses the beat drop where the dance begins — note the timing so you can sync your moves.

Learn or Recreate the Dance

• The dance involves rhythmic arm movements, a slight body sway, and lots of attitude.
• You can either:
  • Mimic the exact moves from the scene
  • Or create your own Fresh Prince-inspired twist using the same energy

📌 Bonus: Pair up with a friend to recreate the Will + Ashley combo!

Set Up Your Scene

• Background: Choose a clean, well-lit space — bonus points for a retro-themed setup!
• Outfit: Go for 90s vibes! Think bright colors, caps, oversized shirts, or denim overalls.
• Camera Setup: Use a tripod or prop your phone securely to capture full-body movement.

Record Your Video

• Use TikTok or your phone’s camera.
• Align your first move with the beat drop of the song.
• Keep it light, fun, and expressive — the charm lies in personality, not perfection.

📌 Pro Tip: Add transitions or effects if you want to jazz it up (but keep the vibe playful).

Edit and Add Music

• On TikTok:
  • Add the official “Anxiety” sound
  • Trim your video to start right on the beat
  • Use TikTok’s built-in filters or retro-style effects
• Caption idea:
  “Throwin’ it back to ‘90s vibes with #Anxiety 💃🕺 #FreshPrinceChallenge #AnxietyDanceChallenge #WillAndAshleyEnergy”

Upload and Share

• Post it on TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.
• Use trending hashtags to increase reach:
  • #AnxietyDanceChallenge
  • #FreshPrinceChallenge
  • #WillSmith
  • #Doechii
  • #90sVibes
  • #TikTokDance

Engage with the Community

• Like, comment, and duet others’ videos to stay in the loop.
• Tag friends and challenge them to join!
• Comment on the original Will Smith x Tatyana Ali video for visibility and to show appreciation.

Final Tips

• Be authentic — this challenge is more about vibes than choreography.
• Have fun with it — bonus points for 90s nostalgia!
• Don’t overthink it — just dance out your “anxiety” and join the fun!