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Country Swing dancing AZ

Swing Dance into Summer!

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Country Swing dancing in ArizonaSince 1994, Tim McGraw has sold more than 40 million records and dominated the charts with over 30 number 1 hit singles. Twenty plus years later, he’s had beyond 8 million spins on the radio, thus making him the most-played artist of the past decade, in any genre of music to boot, and guess what? He will perform tonight here in Phoenix, Arizona!

We know he will be singing Shotgun Rider, a Country Swing dance song, so the question is: Are you ready to stand up from that uncomfortable stadium seat and Swing dance? And what about all of his other hit songs? How long are you going to ignore your body before you let go, kick up your heels and dance?

For those of you who can dance (past students of Dance FX Studios), or those of you who have learned several cool dance moves, we know it won’t take long. But what about the rest of you, why aren’t you dancing? Is your girlfriend already up swooning and moving, begging you to get up and dance? Are you sitting there while attending one of the best Country music concerts simply because you cannot dance?!?

Well, Dance FX Studios here in the Phoenix East Valley has the solution for your next Country music event as well as the Country dance scene at large. At Dance FX Studios, we teach Country dance styles and so much more!  Choose from the Arizona Two-Step, Country Swing, Country Waltz, Nite Club 2-Step, or even the West Coast Swing! Discover up to four Country dances easily by our trained instructors- even if you feel you have two-left feet. 🙂 We are the only Arizona dance studio that teaches you how to fit in confidently to any social dance situation! We are the go-to studio if you want to avoid choreography and really learn to lead or follow. Even if you are getting married, we have you covered too with one-of-a-kind wedding dance choreography!

We can get you up, out and moving faster along in dance ability than you think, especially if you are committed to learning. Currently we have several students who are on the fast track to dancing success! We have a male student who committed to getting all his foundation dance lessons done in one week and attending our studio 3 days per week because he has four weddings coming up, each of which he plans to successively blow his friends away. He also will impress the minds and hearts of the cute bridesmaids in attendance when he shows off his knowledge of Country Swing, Country Two-Step, Nite Club 2-Step and even some Latin styles during the reception.

We also have another student who has a work party coming up in a few months. She is fast tracking her lessons too. Her reason … because all of her co-workers expect her to dance with her boss! At every work event, he asks her to accompany him out on the dance floor. Well, this year, she has decided that she will be prepared! Before that party takes place she will be an outstanding follower, and no matter what he leads her into, a twill, dip or spin, she will rock, roll, glide, spin and twill effortlessly and easily right along with him! How great is that?

Are up off the chair and rushing to the phone to call us so you can fast track your dancing journey too? Our number is 480-968-6177 and we are located on the southeast corner of Dobson and Guadalupe, just off the 101 highway for your convenience. Give us a call to take advantage of Dance FX Studios’ New Student Offer today!

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Preparing for Private Dance Lessons

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So, you’ve taken the leap and signed up for social ballroom dance lessons. You have always wanted to learn to Country Two Step, Salsa or Swing dance here in Phoenix, Arizona. Good for you for trying something new! You will soon discover the world of social partner dancing and its many benefits. But, what now? What should you remember and what is there to expect in your private dance lessons? We at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona want you to thrive on that dance floor. We want you to be confident and comfortable, with all of the tools that you need to really shine out there at any Country bar, wedding or Latin club. With over a decade of experience training the everyday person useful social dances like Country Swing and Argentine Tango, we have come up with a few things that you should keep in mind when attending your private dance lessons.

1. Be Comfortable. Even though traditional “ballroom dancing” may bring some swanky scenes to mind, there is no need to wear your Sunday best when you come to your private dance lessons with us Dance FX Studios. In fact, we want you to be as comfortable as possible since we will be preparing you to dance out in the real world, from Country bars to Latin dance clubs. Comfortable clothing that allows movement is best-as opposed to tight skirts or jeans-so that you can move freely . For shoes, we do not recommend wearing tennis shoes or flip flops, however a pair of heels with straps around the ankles or Cowboy boots will be just fine. (Rubber soles of tennis shoes tend to grip the floor, which is not ideal for dancing.) Also, since dancing requires backwards movements-mostly for the ladies-in which you can easily lose your shoe, trip or fall, those straps will really come in handy. Comfort is key, but appropriate shoes are a must.

2. Be on Time. Make sure you arrive a few minutes before your private dance lesson starts. This gives you time to mingle with other students, get your proper footwear ready and get settled. Additionally, learning to dance is an investment. Make the most of it by coming in early and getting ready to dance! Arriving late to a lesson results in a loss of the time you have paid for and the time that your instructor has reserved for you. Another fun part of coming early is that you can relax for a bit and watch other dancers while you wait for your lesson to begin.

3. Practice. Everybody knows that practice makes perfect! The fun and easy homework assignments that your Dance FX Studios’ dance instructor gives you will include great ways to practice and apply what you learn here at Dance FX Studios. If your memory is less than stellar, then you can even take some shorthand notes to help you remember steps and movements. If you are a visual learner, you can record parts of your private dance lesson for review. Dance FX Studios’ Nights Out, In House Dance Parties, Group Dance Classes and going out on your own are all also great ways to practice. Whatever your preference, just make sure you get those moves down and don’t forget to practice.

4. Have Fun. You probably signed up for dance lessons because you want to have some fun, right? Take a deep breath if you have to, but don’t be reluctant to shake things off. In no time, you will be able to get the dance steps, so don’t get discouraged when you don’t nail something right away. Frustration and loss of confidence in your abilities will actually hinder your performance even more, so breathe, smile, and enjoy yourself!

If you are ready to sign up for your first private Country, Latin or Swing dance lesson, come into Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona, or give us a call today at 480-968-6177. Dance FX Studios offers Private Ballroom Dance Lessons, Group Dance Classes and social events. To get a taste of what we offer, try our private dance lesson Introductory Offer. You can learn  the basics of several fun social dances as well as tips for how to be a great social dancer. Also, meet with your instructor to discuss where you see yourself dancing so they can maximize your dance goals. Our Introductory Offer is only $40, and you are sure to get hooked! And when you do come in, don’t forget to be comfortable, be on time, practice and have FUN!