The Most Popular Dance Moves Through the Decades

Since Michael Jackson’s moonwalk in ’83, Los Del Rio’s Macarena in ’94, Beyonce’s Single Ladies in ‘08 and many others, people have been tapping deep into their creative minds to try and come up with the next monumental dance move. In 2012, the dance hit was Gangnam Style, created by South Korean pop artist Psy,… Read More

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