Look Amazing With The Perfect First Dance

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arizona wedding dance lessonsAre you getting married? Kick off the night with confidence when you hit the dance floor! Unbelievable as it may sound, a large number of brides and grooms don’t do the first-dance of their dreams for one simple reason. They don’t know how to dance, and didn’t make the time to learn together. Suddenly, their fear of dancing at their wedding reception overrides the fun of it all. That’s where WE come in!

If you live in the Phoenix area, we can help you get ready for your special day with Wedding Dance Lessons. Learning to dance for any occasion should be easy and exciting, not intimidating and dull. Our inventive team of choreographers will create a customized routine to the song/songs of your choice. Do you have any creative ideas? The sky is the limit!

Gone are the days where you must dance to one slow, sappy love song on your wedding day. Let us help you come up with something unique and special; we can choreograph to anything! Whatever your first-dance ideas are, our Wedding Dance Specialists will choreograph something that expresses your personalities as the bride and groom.

Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event and we are here to help you shine on the dance floor. That includes everyone, from you as the bride and groom to a daddy/daughter dance, mother/son dance, or something fun for the entire wedding party!

At the top of our list is your first dance as husband and wife. It can set the tone for the remainder of your reception, and should show the connection between the two of you, and how you feel about one another. When it comes to the styles you want to include in your Wedding Dance Choreography, we will give you our professional suggestions based on your song, personal styles and overall vision for your wedding. You can keep your first dance sweet and simple with a romantic song that has a lot of meaning. Or if you think you and your spouse can handle something a little more “out there” and fun, then you can burst into some silly moves and embarrass yourself (in a good way) and you could end up internet-famous with one of our Rock Your Reception wedding dance routines!

With over two decades of experience in preparing brides and grooms for their wedding dance, we can tell you that the journey of taking dance lessons together is an exciting and rewarding one. Couples find themselves to be much more in tune with each other after learning how to lead and follow on the dance floor. Non-verbal communication is very important when learning to dance, but off the dance floor it is a primary skill that is seldom developed. With Wedding Dance Lessons, you will soon see the beauty that comes with understanding each other and communicating through movement. Dancing also re-enforces teamwork and communication which leads to a happy, successful, and long-term marriage.

A customized first dance is something that you and your guests will never forget. Not only will it give you and your fiancé a break from wedding planning, but you will become closer as you enjoy an intimate, romantic moment to share with your loved ones. Your first dance will be unforgettable! Whatever your goals are, we will give you the perfect wedding dance.

 

 

 

 

Manage Your Stress With Adult Dance Lessons

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adult dance lessons arizonaHave you had one of those rough days that results in a tub of ice-cream and endless amounts of Netflix shows? Are you guilty of hiding behind your phone? So many of us are! With Facebook, Twitter, email and internet all on one device, who needs interaction with a live person right? Wrong. For a great way to connect with others, put down your phone, get off of that chair and try social dance lessons (think Country Western, Salsa, Swing and even Argentine Tango). I promise that you’ll be so happy you did!

If you have had a bad week at work, or are just in a negative frame of mind due to something else, it can be a bit difficult to get out of that rut. But don’t do something you may further regret, like eating a tub of popcorn alone, further disconnecting with people. Instead, be kind to yourself. Group or private dance lessons for yourself in popular dance styles like Country Swing or Two Step will be the perfect way to relieve your stress, and benefit your body at the same time.  That mind/body connection is extremely important-even essential- in maintaining happiness.

Why don’t you try social dancing? In a controlled study, published in the Journal of Applied Gerontology, they proved that partner dancing with musical accompaniment helps with stress relief. If you would like to take it beyond that, dancing on a regular basis can even be used as a form of stress management. Now that’s being proactive! Nowadays it is almost necessary to keep your stress in check as it could lead to serious health problems. Relax and increase your overall well-being just by dancing and being social. After a long day of work, if you are feeling a little tense or stressed out, set an appointment for a dance lesson instead of heading to the couch. The release of endorphins that occurs after an hour of dancing can help wipe away any tension, anger, depression, and loneliness that you may be feeling. Plus, the social aspect of dancing conquers loneliness and the anxiety that accompanies it.

If you have come to realize that you need a new hobby that is fun, exciting, and diverse, social dancing is for you. Dancing could be the most amazing hobby that you have ever had. As already mentioned, it is unlike many other hobbies, and it can be just what the doctor ordered. There are a variety of difficulty levels within each dance style, from Country Western to Latin dances, that will also provide you with a great challenge. How fun is that!?

Over time, you will realize that dancing is not only an exciting new hobby, but it covers all of your bases, from health benefits to physical benefits, mental benefits, and even spiritual benefits. There are not too many hobbies out there that can say that, which is why dancing in particular is a wonderful way to spend your time.

What are you waiting for? Start with an Introductory Dance Lesson today! Once you start learning to dance, you will see how each style embodies a different mood. For example, Swing dancing is playful and lively. Country Western is cool and easy, and Ballroom is romantic and elegant. Start off with a style that fits your personality and your abilities, and then you can branch out as you gain confidence and start to enjoy dancing more. It won’t be long until you realize what you have been missing out on over the years. Today is a fantastic day to start reducing the stress of everyday life with adult dance lessons so you can begin to enjoy your new and happy life!

Why You’ll Want to Know How To Swing Dance

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swing dance lessons in ArizonaIn just two short months, all of our calendars will surely be filled with one holiday party after another. As we inch closer to the 2016 Holiday Season, most of us will begin thinking about some possible New Year’s Resolutions. Why not get ahead of the curve and begin creating that list now?!

Picture how cool it would be to actually know how to dance by this New Year’s Eve. I mean, why wait til next year when you can be dancing this year, right? And not just any dance…what about Swing Dancing?! Imagine how many occasions where you can use your Swing dance moves, from going out Country dancing with friends, to attending those upcoming weddings.  Swing dancing is by far the most versatile of all the social ballroom dances, so you will use it time and again at any social affair.

In this blog we’re going to explore just how much fun Swing dancing is, and why you should begin taking Swing Dance Lessons to learn cool and popular styles ranging from Country Swing to West Coast Swing and Jitterbug. Each of these variations of Swing dancing have something unique to offer you, so learning to dance with confidence is key.

Swing dancing is energizing, exciting and timeless. Feel your blood pumping and have fun burning calories while exploring a new hobby all at the same time. For singles, Swing dancing is also a wonderful social opportunity. Meet new friends, learn a healthy activity and watch your social life begin to expand as you now have something a lot more interesting to do than sit on the couch and watch TV.

For couples, Swing Dance Lessons are a great way to become confident and comfortable before hitting the social dance floor. With a built-in dance partner, you will learn useful tips like how to be a great leader or follower as well as how to establish a connection with your partner. Teamwork is everything in dance, which is why couples that dance together, stay happy together. 😉

When you begin Swing dance lessons, you will discover a variety of moves to keep your dancing dynamic and lively. You’ll find your inner diva in the sultry West Coast Swing, and uncover your inner “rocker chick” in the East Coast Swing. Regardless of the style, you can enjoy the many layers and diversities of Swing dancing.

Swing dancing is also perfect for crowded places, like in a bar, or at a wedding, because it is done mostly while standing in place, rather than traveling around a big floor. There are now of course more than 25 variations of Swing Dance. Pretty cool fact, right? Back in the 1920’s, African dance moves were formed into what is now known as the the Lindy Hop and the Charleston, two very popular Swing dance styles. They were both danced to contemporary Jazz music, and from there, as we all know… the rest is history!

Although the historical roots of this dance can be traced back for almost one hundred years ago, today West Coast Swing, and all other forms of this dance, can be found all throughout the world, very alive and well. The reason why so many people absolutely love Swing dancing, and it has lasted throughout the years, is simply because Swing can be danced to many different genres of music from Pop, to R&B, Contemporary, Country music, and most Top 40 hits too. This allows people to pick and choose from an almost “infinite” amount of music of which to dance to and also makes it attainable for a large spectrum of different age groups and physical abilities.

At Dance FX Studios in the Phoenix East Valley of Arizona, we would love the opportunity to  give you cool tips on how to be an awesome Swing dancer. Let us help you to uncover this exciting, healthy and joyful dance.  If you’re intrigued by Swing dancing, our New Student Offer for beginner’s Swing Dance Lessons with us is a great place to start.  You will soon be on your way to years of fun and dance, so come on in and find out what you’ve been missing!