You Think You Know Ballroom Dance? Foxtrot Edition

As the story goes, the Foxtrot originated from a vaudeville dancer and comedian by the name of Harry Fox, though Fox was just his stage name. The first to use the “slow step,” he helped create the new dance and then decided to lend his name to it as well. It was around 1912. Ragtime… Read More

What Should I Wear to my Dance Lesson?

One of the most frequently asked questions at most dance studios is simply, “What should I wear to my first ballroom dance lesson?” You’ve already been brave and taken the first step to becoming the next Fred Astaire (or Ginger!) by signing up for the lesson… but we know how it goes. The morning of… Read More

What are the Health Benefits of Dancing?

Self-improvement and weight loss are the most popular New Year’s Resolutions, but, according to International Health, Racquet & Sports Club Association, 40 percent of all folks will cancel their gym membership within six months of registering?   So, if you are bored with barbells or tired of the treadmill, you’re not alone. This year, people… Read More

Learn to Dance Basics: Think You Know the Quickstep?

Feeling energetic? Ready for fun? Then you’ve come to the right place! Yep, the Quickstep is just what it sounds like. A fast-paced dance with a healthy amount of gusto, the Quickstep is not for the faint of the heart! Light hearted and upbeat, this dance has its roots in Ragtime and borrows its style… Read More