Learn to Latin Dance: The Rumba

The Rumba is a dance that tells a story of love and passion between a strong man and a coy, teasing woman. Full of slow rhythms and sensual movements, the Rumba is considered by many to be the sexiest of all the Latin dance styles. Although mistakenly referred to a specific type of dance, the… Read More

Exercise Tips: Dance Your Way Into Summer

Let’s face it.  The elliptical can get boring, running can wear on your joints, and making time to navigate all those people at the gym is just plain difficult. But with summer right around the corner (and those last few holiday pounds reluctant to shed), it may be time to ditch your normal workout routine… Read More

How Long Does it Take to Become a Good Dancer?

Every person has a different definition of what being a “good” dancer is, but most people just want to be able to dance socially. They see people dancing on a cruise or at a wedding and they want to be able to join in the fun.   At Fred Astaire Dance Studio, becoming a good… Read More

Should I Take a Private Dance Lesson or Do a Practice Session?

If you are reading this post, it’s probably because you are wondering the same thing many people ask about when they are considering learning to dance! Is it better to take a private lessons or go to a dance lesson practice sessions? Which one will be more comfortable? Where will I learn the dance steps… Read More

Learning to Dance Ballroom Basics: Jive

Swing, jitterbug, Lindy Hop, the Charleston. All of these dances share one important similarity…they’re all forms of Jive! Although the origins of Jive date back a few centuries, it really began gaining popularity after American soldiers introduced the dance to the US during World War II. It was something new and exciting and quickly gained… Read More