How Ballroom Dancing Helps People with Obesity and Diabetes

Dance has incredible healing and therapeutic effects. There have been countless decades worth of research on the myriad ways dance improves our lives. Like many other physical activities, dance can im… Read More

Winners: Fred Astaire Dance Studios World Championships

The Fred Astaire Dance Studios World Championships in Las Vegas were a whirl of excitement as dancers from across the globe competed for the top prize in their dance categories. From the dance floor i… Read More

The Dog Days Are Here – And Boy, Can They Dance!

The Dog Days of August are almost upon us, which can mean unbearable heat and humidity. Of course, the heat doesn’t have to ruin your day. Take a break from the outdoors and spend some time cooling … Read More

“Happiness Happens” Month Will Make You Want to Dance!

August is Happiness Happens Month, and nothing makes people as happy as dancing does! We’re not going to say that the only way to fully embrace the month is by putting on your dancing shoes, but co… Read More

The Swing of Things: When Dance and Sports Collide

The overlap between professional sports and dance grows larger each passing day. Professional athletes, especially those who play the most popular sports in America, often have a reputation for being … Read More

The World's Best Dance Vacations

The summer heat has you dreaming of a getaway, but you don’t want to leave your dancing shoes at home? Make room for them in your suitcase, because there are some amazing dance vacations out the… Read More

Ask a Pro: How Long Will It Take Me to Become a Good Dancer?

It’s one of the most common questions we get at our Fred Astaire Dance Studio locations: How long will it take me to become a good dancer? Unfortunately, there is no simple answer. It really depends… Read More

The Swing of Things: Dancing for the Joy of It!

We all know that there are great physical and mental benefits to dancing, but there’s no need to overthink it! As we’ll learn in this month’s edition of “The Swing of Things,”… Read More