“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 consider this: In a recent study in Poland, recreational dancers saw their moods and energy levels rise after dance activity.… 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 brawny and brutal bruisers. But cross-training is an important part of enhancing athletic skills like agility, strength and flexibility, and dance is the perfect way… Read More

Winners: 2017 Megadance Championships

Our nation’s capital is a cultural hub, and this June was no exception. The 2017 Megadance Championships hosted by Fred Astaire Dance Studios were held in Washington D.C. June 2nd and 3rd in the ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Hotel.   Competitions are a regular part of our process at Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Not… Read More

The Swing of Things: Musicals Make Movies Move!

Musicals are a big hit on both the big screen and the small. With the amazing success of “La La Land” and live televised musicals, more and more people are being exposed to the wonders of song and dance like never before. At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we know how exhilarating a good production number… Read More