Embrace the Art of Following!

Being a great follower isn’t passive—it’s a dynamic and skillful role that makes every dance a work of art 🖼️ 

🔹 Be Present and Responsive
Great followers are focused on the leader’s cues and respond instantly to every nuance. Use all your senses to notice and match yo...

Being a great leader in ballroom dance is more than just knowing the steps — it’s about moving with clarity, confidence, and care. A strong leader creates a comfortable and enjoyable experience for every partner!

🔹 Keep a Strong Frame
Hold your arms up and maintain them in the correct position ...

At a recent Intro to Social Dance class, I invited students to share what inspired them to start dancing.

One woman said it sounded like fun 💫

Another said she came with a friend and told herself, she’d give it 20 minutes and if she didn’t like it, she’d leave 😅 That was a year ago, she’s still happil...

Ballroom Dancing is a new world for many people. Even if you want to learn, these common fears and limiting beliefs may hold you back.

Let’s take a look at these ballroom dance myths because on the other side of signing up for class is a world where you’re a confident, smooth dancer who enjoys gettin...

One of the first things new dancers want to know is, how do I avoid stepping on my partners feet? ☺️ Understanding the 4 Tracks of the Feet will improve connection with your partner, allow you to dance more smoothly with less effort, and will prevent those awkward clashes.



Think of the Four Tracks of...

Did you know there are multiple styles of Tango, each with its own unique flair? Whether you're drawn to the dramatic movements of ballroom Tango or the intimate embrace of Argentine Tango, understanding the differences can help you find your favorite!

🇦🇷 Argentine Tango – Originating in Buenos A...

Great dancers don’t just know steps—they know how to navigate! Floorcraft is the skill of gracefully traveling around the ballroom while avoiding collisions with other couples. Leaders, it’s your responsibility to guide your partner safely and smoothly, staying aware of your surroundings and foll...

Recently we had a couple visiting our studio from out of town. After the party, the women approached me raving about our beautiful studio and what a great time she had. She said she never had more men dance with her, and she lamented that in her ballroom many leaders don’t ask her to dance and she d...

As we prepared for the bicentennial of General Lafayette’s visit to Beaufort, our student Catherine, a gifted amateur archaeologist and historian, did some digging and discovered that the Marquis was known to be a poor dancer 🤭

Intrigued, I asked Lafayette about this when we met. Indeed, he confirm...