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From Zero to Hero-How Dancing Helps Build Confidence in Men

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argentine tango lessons in arizonaAre you getting rejected on the dance floor and can’t figure out what it is that you’re doing wrong out there? You know she wants to dance the two step, but she keeps saying “NO!” to you. Is there something that you’re missing?  Let’s discuss what could be getting in your way of your success on the dance floor.

In my experience, the dance floor is a very particular setting, and for those ladies out there who know how to dance, they might be a bit picky. That can be intimidating, however, if you think about it, it’s is a good thing! Probably the most important and impressive thing you could do before going out Country dancing, Latin dancing, or any type of partner dancing, is to take some Private Dance Lessons. Think about it. Girls absolutely love it when some random guy (who looks and smells fantastic, by the way) walks up to them – maybe buys her a drink, then very smooth-like asks her to join him on the dance floor. And when he does…he actually knows what he’s doing!  Guaranteed, she is thinking to herself that there’s no way you’re going to lead her through this dance. Ah, and yet here it goes! You’re swaying her with perfect lead to the beat of the song, catching her completely off guard. What can she say now except, “Wow! Let’s do that again!”. Now that’s a successful night out dancing.

You can get to that confident place on the dance floor in the shortest amount of time with Private Dance Lessons. With one-on-one instruction, you can get lessons tailored to your learning style and speed, so you will absorb more sooner. That means that you can ask her to dance next month instead of next year! Yahoo!

Now that you have taken dance lessons, you’re ready for a solid introduction to whoever you want to ask to dance. Right off the bat, you want to make sure that you’re presentable. What are you wearing? Are your clothes wrinkled? Did you brush your hair before you left? Hopefully you don’t have anything stuck in your teeth from before. These are all things that could get in the way of you getting to know someone, let alone dance with them. First impressions are huge and you want to make sure that you nail this part. The first time she see’s you out there she should should already be thinking about future engagements the two of you might have, so be self-assured and she’ll feel it. When you look good, you feel good!

Another huge part her saying yes to a dance is hygiene. Dancing is going to make you sweat, that’s a given. Make sure you’re nice and showered and smelling great before you go out dancing. What girl want is to be dancing with a guy who smells bad? No one that I know of. Find some nice cologne that you only where out dancing. It’s not so much the sweat that will bother her – she’s sweating too-it’s the smell, so let’s be sure to get this done right. Nice clothes, and some good cologne. Look good, smell good, feel good!

Lastly, it’s very important to try think about what you’re asking of her. Where are you? What kind of dancing is the regular at this venue? You wouldn’t want to go hit up a Salsa club or something, and try and slow dance with a woman. Salsa dancing is perfect if you’re trying to build confidence. In my experience, girls love to salsa dance in particular because its fast, fun and exciting! Also, it has so much room for creativity and other things. Don’t get me wrong, women also love a good slow song or Country dance, but salsa is a great one to know here in the southwest.  When you think about it, salsa, swing, and even two step are dances that no girl would turn down, especially if you already know how to dance, which brings me to my final point.
Gentleman, its very simple. If you’re wanting to learn cool and popular social dances, from the swing to the tango, we offer the most fun and fully comprehensive introduction to social partner dancing. Come visit us at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona if you’re looking to really “wow” her out there on the dance floor. Start getting to know some fun people in the process, and together we’ll build that confidence, taking you from zero-to-hero!

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Learn to Social Dance in Arizona

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couple dancingIf you have been taking Salsa, Swing or Country dance lessons with us at Dance FX Studios here in Arizona, you are probably familiar with what we know it takes to become a confident social dancer: practice, practice, practice. Whether it be at home in your living room or out socially, practicing what you have learned in your private dance lessons is key, of course as long as the practice is done correctly. Whether you’re learning Latin, Swing , or Country dancing, here are a few tips from us at Dance FX Studios when it comes to reviewing what you have learned:

 

1. Take Time to Count the Music

 

Counting music is an incredibly important aspect of dancing. If you aren’t a natural at hearing beats of music, private dance lessons with us at Dance FX Studios are a great asset. Your instructor can give you the tools to help you to find the beat in multiple types of music from Salsa to Swing and Tango to Two Step. Once you get the key tips from us that you need, try to count any music you hear anywhere from in your car, at the grocery store, to the gym, wherever! With enough time, instruction and effort, hearing the beat and internalizing music will become second nature. Then, applying your cool dance moves to the beat will make you look that much more natural.

 

2. Walk Through Your Moves

 

Is that underarm turn giving you a hard time? Go through the steps over and over until you no longer have to think about it. Repetition is the key to success here, so walk take time off the social dance floor to walk through your footwork until it feels natural. Just remember to take nice, small steps while you’re practicing. You can also take video of steps and combinations that are challenging you in your private dance lessons to view and practice on your own.

 

3. Shadow Dance

 

It’s difficult to practice lead and follow without a partner, but you can get serious benefits from practicing solo. You can focus on maintaining a solid frame and leading moves on your own when you pretend you have a partner in front of you. Hold your dance frame as you would with a partner and pretend that you are leading or following. We use a big exercise ball here at the studio, give that a try!

 

4. Dance With a Comfortable Partner

 

The best way to practice is ultimately with another person. If you have a go-to partner, be it a significant other, friend, or other person, practice together in a comfortable environment. This is the time to try out any new moves or techniques you want to work on without feeling intimidated. During practice time, try not to help “remind” each other of the other person’s parts. Focus on making your own parts great and let your dance instructor help you to fill in any holes with things that don’t feel right. Taking notes while practicing will help to remind you of what needs to be worked on.

 

5. Dance With a NEW Partner

 

The true test of your lead or follow is to give it a whirl with someone you don’t know. The goal is to be comfortable and able to dance with anyone, right? Once you’re pretty comfortable with your moves, it’s time to dance with a new partner. So grab a friendly looking stranger at that Salsa club or in the Country bar and give it a shot.

 

Dancing is so much more than just fancy footwork, but the steps are the basics of dance. The sooner you feel comfortable with those feet, the sooner we can show you all of the cool stuff that you can do with your body. From turns to wraps, you can truly enjoy social dancing here in Arizona once your feet are on auto-pilot and you can focus on leading or following. That’s when the fun really begins and you can make the dance all your own!

 

Private dance lessons at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona will give you the tools and confidence you need to become a proficient social ballroom dancer. Once you have those tools, practicing is very important, so be sure to do it regularly and correctly. If you live in the greater Phoenix area, come check us out! We are located in Mesa, Arizona, near Tempe, Chandler, Scottsdale and Phoenix. Take advantage of our $40 Intro Lesson Offer and you, too can be on the fast track to becoming a great Salsa, Two Step, or Swing dancer!