Creating viral dance videos no longer requires reshooting content or hiring models again. With the right AI tools you can copy motion using AI and can reuse an existing Instagram or TikTok video and recreate it using your own AI model while keeping the same dance moves, timing, and energy.
This guide walks you through the exact process step by step, using real tools that creators are already using successfully.
Step 1: Download the Original Video (With Permission)
Before anything else, make sure you have proper permission to reuse the video. This is important for ethical use and to avoid copyright issues.
Download the target video from Instagram, TikTok, or any other short-video platform using a reliable downloader.
Tip: Always keep the original resolution as high as possible for better motion accuracy later.
Step 2: Capture the First Frame of the Video
Play the downloaded video and pause it at the very first frame.
Take a clean screenshot of this frame.
This image will be used as a reference for recreating the same pose, camera angle, and composition with your AI model.
Make sure the screenshot is sharp and not blurred.
Step 3: Generate a New AI Image Using the First Frame
Now upload two things to any image generation platform such as Nano Banana Pro, ChatGPT image generation, or Midjourney:
• The first frame screenshot
• Your AI model image (if you already have one)
Use the following prompt as a base. You can customize clothing, colors, background, or style as needed.
Image Generation Prompt
Use the first reference image to recreate the exact same composition and pose for Model 2. Maintain the same camera angle, framing, and body posture, but change the outfit to a different, well-coordinated outfit in red. Ensure the new clothing matches the overall style and fits naturally while keeping the model’s identity and pose consistent.
Once the image is generated, download it in high quality.
This image will be the character that performs the dance in the next step.
Step 4: Animate the Image Using OpenArt Motion Sync
Go to the OpenArt website and log in.
👉 https://openart.ai/home/?via=copymotion
Navigation Path
Click on:
Video → Motion Sync Video
Upload the following:
• Your newly generated AI image
• The original dance video as the motion reference
Recommended Settings
• Keep original sound: Enabled
• Motion Reference: Exact
• Video Mode: Standard or Pro
Motion Sync Prompt
Enter this prompt exactly or tweak it slightly if needed:
Use the uploaded reference dance video and apply the same full-body dance motion to this character. Match arm movements, leg steps, hip motion, and timing from the reference video. Keep the character's appearance, outfit, and proportions exactly the same. Ensure smooth, natural, continuous motion with stable anatomy. Plain background remains unchanged, no camera movement. No text, no watermark.
Click generate.
The process usually takes a few minutes depending on video length and selected mode.
Best Model for Accurate Results
For best motion accuracy, use OpenArt’s Kling Motion control.
It handles body movement, timing, and realism extremely well, especially for dance videos.
Final Output and Posting
Once the video is ready:
• Download the generated video
• Review motion quality
• Post it on Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or TikTok
Since the motion is synced accurately and the character remains consistent, the video feels natural and platform friendly.
Tutorial Video
Final Words
With this method, you can copy motion from any video and recreate a viral dance/movement video without reshooting everything from scratch. You just need one reference video, a clean image, and the right motion sync settings to get natural-looking results. If you focus on adding your own style and always take permission before using any video, you and I can both create content that feels original, clean, and ready to perform on any platform.
