As I sit here soaking up my weekly fix of Dancing With The Stars, I am reminded of the beauty, grace and elegance behind ballroom dancing once again. If you think about it, how many sports can offer as much as ballroom dancing does? From improved posture, to self-confidence to exquisite, polished movements, ballroom dancing has it all.

Benefits aside, though, how often can one really go ballroom dancing here in Phoenix? Truly, not very much. On the other hand, there are plenty of places to take fun and cool partner dances like the Country Swing, Two Step and Salsa out around Arizona. In fact, you can find a different place to go social dancing in AZ every night of week!

So, now that you know you want to gain more self-assurance, learn an awesome new hobby like Country or Latin dancing, and go have a blast using it, it’s time to sign up for private dance lessons. Yes, with one-on-one dance instruction, you will shoot straight to the top in much less time that learning by any other means. Taking youtube off the table (because it’s nearly impossible to learn to really dance from a video), group dance classes-especially the free ones at the local dance venues- will never give you the information that will make you a great leader or follower on the dance floor. With private dance lessons, you will get all of the key tips needed to succeed on any dance floor.

Now that you know the fastest way to becoming a confident social dancer, it’s time to decide which dances to explore. Oh, with all of the popular ones to choose from, you really can’t go wrong. Here are a few suggestions from me, your dancing pro, on my top 3 pics of which dances to learn first and why…

1. Argentine Tango: While the dramatic and sizzling tango may not seem to be your cup of tea, this dance has it all. And most importantly, it is THE dance when it comes to developing a partnership between two people. If you want to learn to be a solid leader on the dance floor, start with the Argentine Tango. And ladies, learn to follow and “listen” to you partner with quiet finesse as you explore different sides of your personality in this sexy and sensual dance.

2. Country Swing: The Country Swing is top dog right now for must-know dances here in Arizona. Everyone’s doing it, and those that aren’t are wanting to learn. Enjoy fun spins and tricks in this popular Country dance style that you will use time and again.

3. Salsa: Living in the southwest means that Salsa dancing is a must. Discover your inner tiger or tigress with playful and flirty Latin dance moves that include lots of hip-shaking and fun! Unleash your wild side and find the Salsa, Bachata and other Latin dances a blast to learn and enjoy anywhere.

Be your own star in your life with dancing as hobby. All of the benefits of social dancing are available to you right now! Begin your journey into social dancing with us at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. We will show you how to light up any dance floor in no time!