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Make Romance a Priority This Year

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dance lessons for adults near Tempe ArizonaIn the poetic words of the late, great David Bowie (RIP);

Let’s dance,
Put on your red shoes and dance the blues
Let’s dance,
To the song they’re playin’ on the radio
Let’s sway,
While color lights up your face
Let’s sway,
Sway through the crowd to an empty space
Dancing with someone you care for…now that’s a way to connect on a more intimate level. Holding each other tight and “swaying through the crowd”, can you think of anything better?
If your goal in  2016 is to have a year filled with deeper, more meaningful connections, learning how to social dance will provide you with a really cool skill that can take you where you want to be. Whether you have a partner at this point or not, once you know some popular social dances, you can meet new friends (potentially even a love interest) and gain a hobby that will prepare you for tons of fun social opportunities in the future. Sounds like a great idea, right? I agree. 🙂
Now’s the time to seek out a social ballroom dance studio for adults in your area and see about taking some beginners dance lessons for couples or singles. 2016 is a fresh start for many, so why not develop some new talents that will help you to stand out above the rest. With the know-how to social dance well,  you will make an impression on your friends and onlookers alike. So what dances should you explore this year? Here are my top three picks for useful and popular dances that you will use in the year ahead.
1. Country Two Step: Country dancing can actually be quite romantic. Whether your favorite Country music is fast or slow, there are plenty of exciting dances and moves that can help you to ignite some passion with your partner.
The Country Two Step is great fun for those mid-tempo Country songs. It’s also pretty easy to learn, at least in the beginning stages. Once you get to the more complicated dance moves, hold on to your boots, because the possibilities are endless to twist, turn and tangle up in each other’s arms. With the Country Two Step under your belt, you’ll be prepared to go out Country dancing anywhere.
2. Salsa: If you’re thinking of a steamy, sensual, but very playful dance to check out, give Salsa dance lessons a shot. Being a proficient Salsa dancer means looking and feeling confident while on the dance floor. That’s a very attractive quality. Salsa dancing, as with all Latin dances, requires a little attitude and a lot of spunk. Salsa dancing is quite fun with a partner you know, and one that you’d like to get to know better…
3. Swing dancing. Most people wouldn’t generally associate Swing dancing with romance, but it actually is a super-fun way to connect with your sweetie. With all of the cool turns to know, Swing dancing will keep the energy up and the sparks flying! For a good time that’s sure to lead to some great memories, give Swing dance classes a try.
OK, it’s time to see how you want to pursue your 2016 resolution of becoming more connected with others. Social dancing is just one avenue, of course, but it’s one that will bring you more than just a new and fabulous hobby. Through social dancing, you can check off your health goals, and even goals of doing something really neat and unique in the upcoming year. Now’s your time…Make it amazing! Hope to see you on the dance floor!
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5th Annual Halloween “Boo Bash” Dance Party with Live Country Music in AZ

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rsz_1rsz_dsc06104In just a few short weeks, we will have one of our favorite annual events… Dance FX Studios’ 5th Annual Halloween Boo Bash Dance Party! Saturday, October 24, 2015 will be a “scaretastic” fun time that will include live Country music, Halloween costumes, and much more! You can come join in the Halloween festivities, even if you’re not a current dance student.  Why? Because we don’t want anyone missing out on the fun! Here are just some of the reasons why you will want to get your tickets now…

This special event will have live music by Country band Two-bit Shotgun (one of our favorites in the Country music scene in Arizona). Enjoy great cover song that you and your friends to Country dance to in your Halloween attire. As a student of dance, practicing to live music is a wonderful experience. Songs are not “canned” as they are on the radio, helping you to train your ear when it comes to hearing the music. When you attend a wedding, for instance, most of the time the bride and groom will have chosen to have a live band over a deejay (although some choose both). If you get in enough practice dancing at one of our live events, then you will look flawless dancing to both live music and a pre-recorded music. Live bands tend to slip up when it comes to tempo, but if you learn how to adjust to the timing difference, you will always be successful when dancing with anyone on the dance floor. Don’t worry if you’re just starting out in your dancing journey, Private Dance Lessons with us can help you master the art of dancing to the beat.

Another great thing about our live events in general is the opportunity to meet new friends who love to dance too. It doesn’t matter if you’re single, or in a committed relationship, you (or you and your girlfriend/boyfriend) will get to meet people who like the same hobbies as you. If you are single, you never know who you might meet while you are hanging out at cool events like this one. At least when you come to one of our events, you know they would be the type of person who loves to go out dancing!

If you are married or in a relationship, then our upcoming Annual Boo Bash Dance Party can be a great way for you to have a unique date night and relax without the kiddos. Drop them off at their favorite sitter’s house and have a fun time, just the two of you.

Social dancing is a great hobby to have together. When you discover popular dances like the Country Swing or Salsa, then you will quickly see how practice will make you a more confident social dancer. Dance FX Studios’ in-house parties are a great way for couples to dance together and get in that practice. Your instructor will be so proud!

If you have only take your Private Dance Lessons with one instructor and haven’t had the opportunity to learn from another instructor’s point of view, then our live dance events will be the perfect opportunity to dance with and learn from our other instructors. We will start the night out with a mini group lesson. The dance class is 30 minutes long, giving you a great chance to pick up a new move or two from a different teacher in that time frame. The mini group class is also a great chance to try out your new moves with new friends on the night of the party. Because you know you will be in a room full of our students, you can feel completely comfortable and never judged when trying something new. We have all been there before!

Our 5th annual Boo Bash will be held October 24th this year and we couldn’t be more thrilled! We love the chance to have fun with our students for more than just time on your Private Dance Lessons. It’s so exciting for us to see you using what we teach in a real world situation and actually becoming successful. If you don’t feel like you’re completely prepared for that night, then take advantage of our New Student Offer for Private Dance Lessons and learn all of the tools you will need for any night out on the town. We can’t wait to see you on the 24th of October. Tickets are on sale now!

Reconnect Through Social Ballroom Dance Lessons in AZ

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Couples who dance together, stay together, right? No matter the style of dance – be it Salsa, Swing, or Country Two Step – dancing is a great way to help couples connect. If life has been pulling you in separate directions (not everyone wants to golf with their spouse!) private dance lessons are a great way to reconnect, rekindle, and reunite. How, you ask? Let’s dig a little deeper!

1. Guaranteed Date Nights – When you’re learning a new hobby, especially one as fun as ballroom dancing, the only way to improve is through time commitment. The plus side to this is you are ALSO making a time commitment to your partner. With all of the outside obligations we have to friends, family, work, and the world, it’s incredibly easy to take our partner for granted. Taking private dance lessons guarantees at least an hour a week of “us” time to relax, learn, and enjoy the company. The cherry on top? Once you have a few moves down, you can take your dancing with you! You two now have a great hobby you can use on cruises, at work functions, or just a night out on the town. This hobby for two is an amazing way to end a stressful week full of soccer games and meetings.
2. Dancing Releases Endorphins – You know those “feel-good” things your body releases after a good workout or a laugh? Dancing involves music, movement, and a physical connection with your partner – ALL of which release those intoxicating chemicals. All those endorphins not only brighten your mood, but they can increase your emotional connection. Who knew that learning to Cha Cha could be so great!?
3. Better Communication – Dancing is literally talking without words. It involves the man, or lead, using his body to effectively communicate with his lady, or follow. A skilled dance instructor is able to help you understand both how to “speak” and “listen” to one another with your bodies. These physical communication skills eventually overlap into verbal communication skills. As my mom used to tell me, communication is key to a happy, healthy relationship. As the saying goes, it takes two to Tango, and all great relationships are built on strong communication-verbal or not.
If you’re interested in exploring the immense benefits of partner dancing, check out more about Dance FX Studios and our unique approach to dance instruction. Our trained staff is here to help you discover what type of dance is right for you! Maybe you need the sensual Argentine Tango, or maybe you need to relax with some fun Country Swing dance lessons. Our introductory offer is only $40, so there’s no reason not to enhance your relationship through social ballroom dance classes. Dance FX Studios is conveniently located in Mesa, AZ just off the 60 and the 101. Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level with us? We are!

Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona Helps Couples and Singles Learn to Dance

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Taking dance lessons is truly a wonderful thing to do for yourself and your partner in so many ways. As a couple, you can help your relationship grow stronger and try something new together while learning a new hobby together. If you are single, learning to dance gives you not only dancing skills, but also a sense of confidence and a fresh array of settings to meet new people. Located in Mesa, Arizona, Dance FX Studios serves people from all over the Phoenix metropolitan area. We offer both singles and couples dance lessons in Country dancing, Swing dancing, Tango dancing and other social ballroom dances.

With over 12 years of experience, Dance FX Studios is the best place you can go for dance lessons, whether you want to learn by yourself or with a partner. Our Introductory Offer is an hour long and only $40 for either a couple or one person. In this first hour with Dance FX Studios, you will learn dance basics including form, how to navigate around a crowded dance floor, how to connect with your dance partner and a few steps that are useful in whatever setting you see yourself dancing in. Your instructor will also discuss why you want to learn to dance and where you want to take your dancing abilities as you develop them. Our focus at Dance FX Studios is social ballroom dancing; we want you to be capable and confident to take what you learn in the studio out to places like Country bars, Salsa clubs, Tango milongas and weddings. This is what sets us apart from many studios in the area and excites our students.

As a single man or woman, dance lessons with us at Dance FX Studios will prove to be a great asset. Having the ability to dance in any social setting is something that will stick with you for the rest of your life! It may not come overnight, but the challenge and satisfaction of gaining these new skills will prove useful over the years when you find that you can dance in any social setting. Challenging yourself to learn something new will boost your confidence and give you a spring in your step. This manifests not only on the dance floor, but also in your work and personal life. Your new poise and spirit will prepare you to tackle projects and demands at your workplace with more assurance than before. When you go out with friends or by yourself, you will be able to enjoy yourself on the dance floor and potentially meet a new dance partner. Who knew that Salsa dance lessons could give you all of that and more?

Our students who take lessons as a couple reap many benefits together as well as individually. Individually, each half of the couple is challenging themselves and developing their own skills and confidence; an awesome thing to do for oneself no matter the venue or situation. Together, the couple learns to work together and help each other in lessons and practicing on their own. When dancing, the man leads and the woman follows, which improves communication and trust within the pair. Swing, Salsa or Two Step dancing is a hobby a couple can take anywhere. Imagine the new possibilities for date nights! Frequently the couples that take lessons at Dance FX Studios make a date of the nights they have lessons. They work out their schedules so they can go to dinner after their lesson and enjoy each other all evening. We also offer Couples Group Classes, which are a great way to learn or practice Country Two Step, Jitterbug, Salsa, and Country Swing dancing and meet other couples learning to dance.

Taking dance lessons at Dance FX Studios will prove to be a great decision for you and/or your partner. With our Introductory Offer, Couples Group Classes and dance parties with live music, chances are there is a dance opportunity that will work for you, your schedule and your budget. Check out our website or call us today to find out more about how you can add excitement in your life and relationships with dance lessons!

One Size Does NOT Fit All!

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Congratulations! You are finally ready  (after years of successfully talking yourself out of it) to give dance lessons a try. Now comes the tricky part…How do I find the right studio for me (us)? Not all dance studios in Arizona, or anywhere for that matter, are alike. Here are a few things to consider when looking for the right dance studio for you:

Clarify Your Own Dancing Goals First: Are you looking to become a competitive ballroom dancer or a confident social dancer? Maybe you would like to be both. Most people want to do one or the other so be sure to figure out what would fit best into your lifestyle before beginning the research process. To clarify, competitive ballroom dancing looks more like what you may find on “Dancing With The Stars”. The movements are generally very large and showy. Social dancing is what you will use if you are at a wedding, in a bar, on a cruise or at a dance  club. It requires learning small movements that you can take to a crowded dance floor comfortably. Do your research on all of the local ballroom dance studios in your area once you know your ultimate goal on the dance floor. Ask questions or research the websites of these local studios to see if your particular needs will be met by the concept of that studio. You may also want to visit the dance studio to watch a few lessons and see if you feel comfortable in the atmosphere. Researching testimonials online from others who have taken lessons at that particular location are also useful.

Try an Introductory Private Lesson: Another wonderful way to see if a particular Phoenix dance studio is right for you is to go in for a sampler dance lesson. A private dance lesson will give you the one-on-one instruction needed to see not only the style of instruction offered, but your instructor’s teaching philosophy and the overall feel of the environment. Meeting with your instructor and getting a feel for the culture of your local dance studio is invaluable. Warning! Beware of dance studios in Arizona that offer really cheap introductory “specials”, maybe even free sampler lessons, to get started. Learning to dance is an investment and there are no shortcuts. Inevitably, you will be asked to pay the going rate for ballroom dance lessons when you are taking private dance lessons and being misled only ends up with a frustrating experience.

Dance lessons are a exciting experience for both couples and singles as long as you find the right learning environment. All too often, people give up on learning to dance because of a negative experience that has squashed their desire. If you determine that social dancing is for you, you will be in great hands at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. We provide an encouraging and supportive learning atmosphere that can make a dancer out of anyone. Discover more about our Introductory Offer and how you can get started on your journey to becoming a confident social dancer with us at Dance FX Studios today!