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 improve your balance and coordination, enhance your memory, and help you relieve stress. Recently, researchers also discovered that dance can be useful when trying to… 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 on you and what you want to accomplish. One thing is for certain though — at Fred Astaire Dance… Read More

Yes! Ballroom Dancing Lessons Are a Great Gift for Father’s Day!

Forget the necktie. Forgo the “World’s Greatest Dad” mug. Forsake the specialty grill tools. Fancy footwork is the gift that’s sure to knock your dad’s novelty socks off. Here’s why ballroom dancing is a great gift for Father’s Day. Americans drop big bucks letting Dad know he’s tops. Last year, the National Retail Federation expected… Read More

Summer Entertainment Preview: Dancing Edition

Summer is a sizzling time of year, and it’s really heating up on the stage and screen! Over the next couple of months, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to tap your toes while nursing your sunburn. If you think all the best shows are on in the fall, think again. Check out this summer’s lineup!… Read More