National Dance Day: Are You Up For The Challenge

It might seem pretty obvious that we here at Fred Astaire Dance Studio think dancing is a great way to exercise and get fit, but we are definitely not the only ones. National Dance Day was officially recognized by the United States back in 2010! The idea behind it is a simple one: to encourage… Read More

Too Young for Ballroom Dancing? We Don’t Think So!

The days are getting longer — and hotter! Kids are getting excited about the end of school and parents are getting nervous about it. From brain drain to boredom, many parents across the country are worried about what their children will be doing over the summer months. Fred Astaire Dance Studios want parents to know… Read More

Etiquette for Everyone: Some Ballroom Basics

For many people, ballroom dancing brings up images of a time from the past; when every gentleman had a tuxedo in the wardrobe and every lady knew how to waltz. These days, ballroom dancing can bring some of those feelings of graciousness and good manners back to life, but let’s not think it’s an activity… Read More

Five Things Your Tax Refund Can Buy That Might Surprise You

OK, we admit it! It’s even hard for us to get excited about paying taxes.  All of those forms to fill out, the confusion, the deadline pressures; it’s hard for anybody to find the silver lining in that. But there is something to look forward to if you’re part of the roughly 80 percent of… Read More