Learning to dance starts with finding the studio that is the right fit for you. There are plenty of dance studios in the PhoenixValley, but how do you pick one? There’s a lot of research to be done and comparisons to be made. Maybe you have been to a ballroom dance studio and had a lesson or two, but discovered that typical ballroom lessons aren’t the right fit for you because the competition style of lessons is not practical. You want to go out Country dancing at bars with your friends or meet new people at Salsa clubs looking calm and cool, not go to competitions and have a stiff, showy frame. If you want to win trophies, then those studios might be perfect for you. But if you are looking for real dancing for real people, Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona can help!

Dance FX Studios focuses on social ballroom dancing as opposed to competitive ballroom dancing. You will learn dances that are applicable to the places you want to dance, not outdated ones that you won’t see out socially. We have a unique syllabus that we personalize to each student to ensure that they become a capable social dancer in a way that’s right for them. This means that you will learn the tips and tools you need to have fun and look GREAT in the social dancing world, not at a competition. What kinds of tips and tools? Here’s a glimpse into of what our instructors incorporate in social dance lessons here at Dance FX Studios:

1)      Strong leading and following – The foundation of partner dancing is the connection and communication between dance partners. We teach every man to be a strong leader and every woman to be a great follower. Guys, you are in charge on the dance floor! You are the brains of the operation, deciding where to lead and what steps to take. Ladies, you are the heart that feels your leader’s intentions. Put the two together, and you have a great partnership that can lead to fun all night long, wherever you are!

2)      Dance floor navigation – Sometimes dance floors get crowded and it can be difficult to maneuver around other couples. This can lead to awkward elbow and shoulder bumps or potentially dangerous falls. Part of being a great leader is making sure you keep your partner safe and happy, so we incorporate navigation skills for busy dance floors into your lessons.

3)      Musicality and interpretation – One of the most exciting things about dancing is feeling the music and expressing yourself. When you get to the point of knowing which dances to do to certain songs and where to add in fun moves like turns and spins, it is such a rush! Some people have a more difficult time feeling rhythm and connecting with a song. That’s where musicality comes in! You will get practice in deciding which dances are applicable to which situations and how to look like a natural every time you step on the dance floor.

To take a spin on the Dance FX Studios’ dance floor and see if we are the right studio for you, try our Introductory Dance Lesson Offer. You can discover what dance can do for you and you will begin learning how to be a great social dancer! This first lesson is a full hour of dancing and exploring new skillls with your instructor, for just $40. Whether you want to boot scoot with the Country Two Step, sashay away with some Salsa lessons, or embrace your inner flirt with Argentine Tango dancing, you can learn here! Schedule your first lesson today; we are sure you’ll love us!