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Welcome! Here, you'll find tips and insights on all things ballroom dance.

From finding music, to learning technique - our blog keeps you connected to the JOY of dance.

The Most Scandalous Dance 👀

Today, we’re visiting one of my favorite fun facts from dance history. The Waltz is beloved for its elegance and grace; it’s considered a classic and is danced at weddings, debutant balls, and ballrooms around the world.

But when Waltz began appearing at European balls in the 1800’s, it was the h...

Top 10 Social Dance Tips for Follower💃

As followers we love to dance, and we always want to enjoy thrilling dances with great leaders.

Here’s a secret – great leaders love to dance with great followers, and so what are the things that we can do as followers to be a great partner, to be enjoyable to dance with, and to be a des...

Top 10 Social Dance Tips for Leaders🕺

I had the great joy to venture out social dancing recently and I had some life changing dances and some unpleasant experiences. What makes the difference?

I think we all want to not only enjoy ourselves while dancing, but to be a good partner and to make the dance enjoyable for that pers

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Ultimate Gift Guide

Want to give the gift of dance, but not sure what to get? We offer gift certificates in any amount, or you can choose from our most popular and best-loved gifts below:

For Your Sweetheart – Get Started (50% Off A One Month Studio Membership)

Invest in your relationship and enhance your roman...

DanceSport Competitions

Are you ready to take your dancing to the next level? Do you dream of performing in front of a crowd? Do you love the costumes, the drama, the stunning spectacle this is Ballroom Dancing on shows like “Dancing With The Stars” and “So You Think You Can Dance”? DanceSport Competitions may be for

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Guide To Buying Dance Shoes

Do I Need Dance Shoes?

In a word – yes. Although beginners can get by for their first few classes wearing sneakers or leather-soled shoes, suede-soled shoe dance shoes are essential to dance comfortably and correctly. Ballroom dance shoes have a flexible suede soles that makes it easier to turn ...

Health Benefits Of Ballroom Dancing

Health Benefits Of Ballroom Dancing Seminar At Carolina Sportscare

Ali Schoener, Intern (and soon-to-be licensed Physical Therapist) at Carolina Sportscare presented her research into the health benefits of ballroom dancing. An avid ballroom dancer, Ali was interested in learning how she could ...

Music For Ballroom Dancing

Great music makes all the difference whether you’re practicing at home or dancing the night away.
These are our go-to tunes for the most popular dances. Happy dancing!

WALTZ PRACTICE PLAYLIST

“At This Moment” – Michael Bublé
“Shadow Dancer” – Spencer Brewer, Eric Tingstad, Nancy Rumbe

Ballroom Dance Movies

No plans to go out dancing? Curl up and enjoy a night in watching films featuring ballroom dance. Here are some of our favorites:

Dirty Dancing (1987)
Spending the summer in a holiday camp with her family, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the camp’s dance instructor Johnny Castle.

Ballr...

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Dance Lessons

Whether you’re new to dance or a seasoned competitor, here are some strategies you can use to maximize your learning and enjoyment.

Set your intention
When learning to dance, it’s easy to get bogged down in the details. Setting your intention ahead of time can help you feel focused and in control

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