The Dancer Stereotype

The Dancer Stereotype

"Studies show dancing improves mood, cognitive skills, balance and agility." These are results according to research found from the Albuquerque Journal. It's safe to say that everyone wants to stay in shape, feel good, and have fun. Dance shouldn't be the last thing to come to mind to achieve this combination. Anyone can dance

All About Lifts!

All About Lifts!

The world of ballroom dancing is challenging and demanding; not only because of the countless hours of practice required for perfection, but also because of the trust that must develop between successful partners. Whether you are leading or following, pushing or pulling, you know that ballroom dance is not just about the movement of the individual, but the precise and complementary movement of the couple.

Private or Group Couples Dance Lessons: Which is Right for You?

Private or Group Couples Dance Lessons: Which is Right for You?

So you're interested in taking couples dance lessons, but you can't choose between private or group. Deciding on group or private couples dance lessons doesn't have to be stressful. In fact, the answer is easier than you think and can be found in your dancing goals.

From Ball and Ballare: Ballroom dancing

From Ball and Ballare: Ballroom dancing

Before Dancing With the Stars, there was Dancing Before the Court. Derived from folk dances and performed by the European elite in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, court dances required dancers to face the throne while dancing. Considered unacceptable to turn one’s back on a ruler, this became known as “fronting the state”

Dance Like No One is Watching: The Benefits of Private Ballroom Dance Lessons

Dance Like No One is Watching: The Benefits of Private Ballroom Dance Lessons

Group classes are a fantastic way to learn short routines and practice technique. However, instructor-led private ballroom dance lessons give dancers of all levels additional benefits not found in a group class. Dance to the Beat of Your Own Drum

The First Dance: Dance Lessons For Wedding

The First Dance: Dance Lessons For Wedding

With tears running down her cheeks, and a smile a mile wide, she said "yes." You've shared your news with everyone you know so now it's time to turn your attention to, and begin planning, your big day--the wedding and the reception afterwards

Dance Lessons For Shy People

Dance Lessons For Shy People

Why do we dance? There are a million reasons and the reasons differ from person to person. For most people, we dance because we love it, and because it brings us joy. The other question is, why don't we dance? Perhaps because we feel awkward or clumsy, or just not good enough. Or in some cases, because we are shy.

Have Fun With our Adult Social Dance

Have Fun With our Adult Social Dance

Dancing is a wonderful form of entertainment. It's fun even if you don't have technical training. Anyone who gets out on the floor, and moves their feet, will have a blast. Our adult social dance is an awesome way to experience dance while meeting new people and creating new friendships. Come enjoy the amazing music and lighthearted atmosphere. 

Pursue Your Passion: Taking Ballroom Dance Lessons

Pursue Your Passion: Taking Ballroom Dance Lessons

Ballroom dancing has always had a way of capturing an audience. From the days of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to the more modern, Dancing with the Stars, there has always been something appealing about gliding across the floor while being swept away by the music.

Dance Lessons for your Wedding Dream Come True

Dance Lessons for your Wedding Dream Come True

You're getting married! What an exciting time for both of you. This is something you have dreamed of for a long time and perfection is what you want. One very popular addition to any wedding reception is the "dance."

Tired of Online Dating? Try Social Dancing Instead!

Tired of Online Dating? Try Social Dancing Instead!

It's an online world, and today's singles are expected to navigate it in order to find love. But what if you're the old-fashioned type who prefers to meet a partner face to face? Or what if online dating just isn't working for you? Social dance might be the right answer

The Multiple Benefits of Ballroom Dance Lessons for Adults

The Multiple Benefits of Ballroom Dance Lessons for Adults

Ballroom dancing has exploded across the country...People embrace ballroom dancing to meet new people, learn a new hobby, get out of the house, embrace social well-being, and improve physical and mental health.

Dance Lessons for Couples: The Perfect Choice for Bonding

Dance Lessons for Couples: The Perfect Choice for Bonding

If you feel that you and your spouse don't spend enough time together, or if you spend all of your free time vegging out rather than actively doing someone with one another, you could be looking for a change. One option that you might not have thought about but that may be life-changing for you and your spouse is dance lessons for couples.

Five reasons to love social dancing

Five reasons to love social dancing

Social dancing is usually enjoyed by couples, groups or individuals. It's not a set type of dance, and it's practiced, for example, by dancing solo at a dance club or dancing with a partner in a ballroom class. Dancing is good for the mind and the body and the best part...it's fun!

Couples Dance Lessons are a Wonderful Pastime

Couples Dance Lessons are a Wonderful Pastime

If you and your significant other are looking for something fun and active to try together, couples dance lessons are a great choice. Quick Quick Slow Ballroom Dance Studio is a studio in Marlboro, New Jersey that offers dance lessons for adults of all levels...

Dress codes decoded - Dancing Shoes

Dress codes decoded - Dancing Shoes

In this casual dress world we live in, ballroom dance is one of the few places that still observes the protocol of proper dress. There are so many factors to consider when decoding dress codes, but for now, let's start at the bottom--with your shoes.