The Lost Art of Ballroom Dancing

Ballroom dancing began in the 1500s and is beautiful form of art. Over the years dance has transformed, and lets face it, it does not have the same elegance it once did. Teens at prom and at other social events are just grinding all over each other or bouncing up and down "fist pumping"

If Paula Deen can do it - so can you! Why not ballroom dancing?

"Dancing With The Stars" has made ballroom dancing a household word. Season 21 is upon us, and TV viewers across America are once again becoming increasingly intrigued and curious about dancing.

The Only True Contact Sport: Ballroom Dancing

With music comes dancing, and that's never going to change. Ballroom dancing refers to a standard method of study in which a student develops a myriad of benefits. It is necessary to understand how this sport is organized as it is congruent world wide. School figures a.k.a. "steps" or patterns can be considered a form of universal communication

Give the Gift of Ballroom Dance Lessons

With the winter holidays fast approaching many people are beginning to  consider  what presents to give their friends and family. If you are like most people then not only are you considering your options but you are also mulling over what to give that one difficult person on your list. Perhaps it is someone who buys for themselves whatever they want or need, or someone who is rather picky about what they receive, or perhaps they have certain allergies... Ballroom dance lessons...

Dance through the Holidays with Adult Dance Lessons

Treat yourself or someone else to the special gift of adult dance lessons. The holiday season is upon us, and it is the perfect time to learn some new moves. With office Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve events coming soon, learning to dance or helping someone else learn how, has never been a better idea.

Prepare for that Special Day with Wedding Dance Lessons

A beautiful ceremony, a lovely toast, delicious food, and enjoyable company, all of that can seem to get lost in the frequent anxiety a couple face when they are staring down the horror that is the first dance.

Social Dance On-Screen: Things Could Have Been Different

If you are a fan of dancing and movies from the mid-1900s, chances are you have heard of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. They did not start out as a dancing pair, though.

Three Reasons That Ballroom Dance Lessons Are Preferable to the Gym

Attention, ladies! Do you have certain fitness goals that you would like to reach this year? With 2014 more than half over, it's a great time to perform an assessment of how you're doing with any New Year's resolutions or general plans that you've made. You might also be looking for a cool new way to get in shape or to maintain your current fitness level.

Five Ways That Ballroom Dancing Can Reduce Your Stress

In today’s fast-paced, busy world there are many things that can cause us stress: work, family, money or emergencies just to name a few. However, before your health is influenced by the negative effects of stress, you must learn to relax and let it all go. There are numerous ways to reduce your stress—but none are as enjoyable and expressive as ballroom dancing.

Lincoln Center's Midsummer Night Swing Revives and Reinvents a Ballroom Dancing Favorite

This past week, tickets officially went on sale for Lincoln Center’s annual Midsummer Night Swing.  Every year, dancers from across the country travel to Manhattan to take part in this dance celebration that includes workshops, performances and, of course, multiple chances to dance the night away.

Dance - No Excuses!

Why is it that most people quit exercising?   For every excuse, we'll give you a reason why dancing is the answer.  

  • First thing: Time.  There's not enough of it.  How is it possible to squeeze another thing into an already over-extended schedule?...

Research Studies Reveals Ballroom Dancing Reduces Risk of Dementia

Currently, there are 5.4 million people in America with Alzheimer's.  With one in eight seniors predicted to develop the disease, those numbers could explode as lifespans lengthen.  Could ballroom dancing be the key to decreasing those numbers?  

Ballroom Dancing Decoded: What the Couple's First Dance Reveals About Them

The first dance between the bride and groom is one of the most memorable events of the wedding reception. It reflects not only the journey of their relationship but it also reveals their hopes for the marriage itself. However, creating a memorable dance to convey all these nuances goes beyond merely picking the right song.

Social Dancing in Marlboro, NJ Pays Homage to Past Art Forms

Even though the exact origins of dance have been lost to time, humanity's celebrations, relationships, hopes, and even fears have been immortalized in this highly kinesthetic art form. Unlike paint, marble, or clay though, dance is one of the few artistic forms that creates its expression from living individuals.

Ballroom Dance Lessons to Bring Peace

For many people, ballroom dancing might simply be a great form of exercise, a fun way to spend an afternoon, or a great excuse to laugh at their favorite celebrities, but for one man, dancing mean so much more. Pierre Dulaine left Jaffa, Israel as a small boy, but when he returned in 2011, he returned with a plan

Ballroom Dancing Like You Just Don't Care

Recently, a couple was caught on video ballroom dancing along a United Kingdom beach for over an hour, seemingly unaware of the waves crashing near them and not allowing the rain to destroy their dance practice. According to Carrie McCabe, the woman video taping the couple, they did a variety of dance moves including twirls, lifts, and the tango.

Put Some "Spring" in Your Step With Wedding Dance Lessons

Ladies and gentlemen, the spring wedding season is upon us. Traditionally, music and dancing play a starring role in most weddings. Couples choose meaningful, sentimental pieces for their ceremonies and, whether they hire a live band or a DJ, they usually want reception music that reflects their personalities.