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Physical Benefits of Ballroom Dancing in Arizona

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Many of you know that social ballroom dancing can be a rewarding hobby. In order to be great at popular social dances like Country Two Step, Swing and Salsa dancing, dance lessons are in order. Did you ever realize just how beneficial dance lessons are your physical health? Though it doesn’t seem like exercise in the traditional way we think of lifting weights and running, dancing actually offers a total body workout. When you Cha Cha or Swing dance, you use all of your major muscle groups and improve your cardiovascular health as well! With ballroom dance lessons, you will become more toned, and your heart will thank you too. Located in Mesa, Arizona, Dance FX Studios has been a leading social ballroom dance studio for many years, helping couples and singles enjoy the benefits of dance, while having fun!

Getting fit should be pleasurable, not boring. Ballroom dancing, from the Waltz to West Coast Swing, can actually burn as many calories as a gym workout. For many people looking to get fit, the dance floor offers an exhilarating alternative to the drudgery of the gym, and experts say sticking to an exercise regime is much easier when it’s not a chore. It makes sense – if you enjoy what you’re doing, you look forward to it and won’t be looking for excuses for why not to go. With the stress relief and fun that comes along with Country and Latin dancing, you will be surprised as to just how much you are enjoying a work out regime.

Depending on the dance, like Country Swing, Bachata or even the sultry Argentine Tango, ballroom dancing can burn anywhere from 250 to 500 calories an hour. It is considered a moderate form of exercise, about the same as a brisk half-hour walk on a treadmill. Even better, fast-paced dances like the Salsa and the Cha Cha, can be equivalent to a weight lifting session at the gym (but much more glamorous!). Dancing also improves flexibility, aiding in the relief of chronic pain and stiffness. Wouldn’t you rather be out somewhere at a Latin dance club or Country bar here in the Phoenix East Valley area kicking up your heels dancing, instead of being on a treadmill? You can meet new people with similar interests and let off some steam while enjoying the music, food and culture of our great area! Way better than the gym, right?

If you have noticed a drop in your motivation and energy levels, taking ballroom dance lessons may just help. Research has found that dancing can increase energy levels. A lot of us have sedentary lifestyles, working in offices behind computers and studying for several years in schools and universities. This lack of activity and physical stimulation can take away our energy and leave us feeling drained. Once you get yourself out on the dance floor and put a little Swing dancing or Country dancing in your life,  your metabolism will rev up and get that blood flowing so you will feel yourself starting to come alive again!

Dancing sounds pretty great, right? But what if you don’t even know where to start or you are afraid that you won’t be a good dancer? That’s where we come in! Dance FX Studios here in Arizona has been teaching adults of all ages and abilities to gain the confidence and skills they need to let dance affect their lives in a great way. From the ever popular Country Two Step to the sexy Tango, it doesn’t matter which dance you learn first. Give ballroom dance lessons a try and you will see your body transform itself before long.

Are you ready to experience this enjoyable and beneficial alternative to the gym? Private dance lessons at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, AZ are made by appointment Monday-Friday from 12-8 pm and on Saturdays from 11 am-4 pm. To get started, we suggest you begin with our Introductory Special, only $40 (per couple or single) for a one hour private dance lesson. We are confident that one hour is all we need to show you our unique method of teaching and how invigorating dancing can be for YOU!

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Salsa, Swing and Two Step Classes in Arizona

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Starting this April 2014, Dance FX Studios will be offering 4 week progressive couple’s group dance classes again. Group dance classes are a great way to either practice what you learn in private dance lessons or learn some basics in a dance of your choice. You and your partner will learn proper dance form and cool new steps, as well as how to be comfortable on any dance floor. It is a great way to gain a new skill set and try out a new hobby! You could also meet other couples to go out dancing with – it’s called social dancing for a reason, right?

Dance FX Studios is located just off of Price highway (101 highway) on Dobson and Guadalupe in Mesa, Arizona. We are so close to cities like Tempe, Scottsdale, Chandler, Gilbert, and Phoenix that we get couples from all over the Valley and beyond that come to learn here! If you want to learn to dance Country Two Step, Salsa, Country Swing, or Jitterbug Swing, our group classes are a great option! Each class is offered on a different day every week and they are always at 7 pm at Dance FX Studios.

What’s different about these new classes in comparison to the ones we have had so far in 2014 is that these classes are progressive. Every week, your certified Swango instructors build on what you learned the previous week and new steps and tips are offered each week. The classes are offered for four consecutive weeks beginning on April 7th, 2014. All classes are open to couples with NO dance experience! With Dance FX Studios’ unique style of instruction, you will learn key tips in each dance to make you comfortable on any social dance floor within a short time. Even if you have taken lessons before and know more than just the basics, you will learn at Dance FX Studios what most other places don’t teach: how to be a SOCIAL dancer. You will learn how to lead and follow, how to navigate a busy dance floor and more!

On Monday evenings, the Country music gets cranked and couples learn to Two Step with our certified instructors. Country Two Step is a fun dance and it is particularly popular here in Arizona. With so many Country bars and venues in our area like Denim and Diamonds, Toby Keith’s and Cactus Moon, there’s no doubt you will find a place to show off your Two Stepping skills!

Tuesdays nights are Salsa nights, where couples embrace their flirty side and shimmy to great Latin music. Latin culture is very prevalent here in Arizona, making Salsa one of the top three most useful dances here! You and your partner will have the opportunity to spice things up, adding some sassy excitement to your lives. Dance lessons are a great way to strengthen communication skills and Salsa dancing is a more sensual, intimate dance that is perfect for connecting with each other!

Country Swing dancing will become the highlight of your hump day with Dance FX Studios’ Wednesday night Country Swing classes! This dance is very playful and exciting and is also very prevalent in our area. The bars and clubs can a get a bit rowdy when couples are Swing dancing, so we make sure to teach couples how to stay safe and still have tons of fun!

On Thursdays, couples can learn the Jitterbug Swing. What is so great about this dance is that you can dance it to so many types of music! It is versatile and perfect for any couple wanting to learn a new hobby and enjoy themselves out on any dance floor. Dance FX Studios will get you ready for any club or party with this social dance that anyone can learn. Jitterbug is lively and exciting and sure to keep you on the floor all night long!

Get registered today for Dance FX Studios’ 4 week group dance classes. They are just $75 for 4 weeks of classes as a couple. What an awesome deal! Before long, you too will be able to shine on any social dance floor, whether you are at a Latin dance club or a Country bar.

More on Salsa Dancing…

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Would you like to add some spice to your life or current relationship? Maybe you’re looking for a way to release that playful and passionate side of yourself that you keep reserved. We have the perfect idea- what about learning to  Salsa dance to come out of your shell? Salsa dancing is one of the most popular social Latin dance styles all over the world.  So many people thoroughly enjoy the vitality, passion and party-like experience of this dance. Salsa dancing is exciting and engaging to almost anyone looking for a fun and exhilarating change of pace!

Don’t know where to go to learn to dance? No worries- in the Phoenix East Valley area, Dance FX Studios in Mesa, AZ can help you to become a saucy Salsa social dancer with private dance lessons. Private lessons are the quickest and most effective way to become a skilled dancer, whether it’s one of the Latin dances, Country or Swing dancing. For over 12 years, students have been taking private dance lessons with us and many have started out a little apprehensive about learning to dance. It seems that in no time, not only do they achieve their goals but also have a great time doing so!

You may be wondering what makes Salsa dancing so popular. It opens you up to discover a sassier side of your personality, providing an opportunity for self-expression and a freedom that is not obtainable with other interests. Salsa dancing is quite sensual and offers the chance to intimately connect with your partner on the dance floor. The provocative movements that are associated with this dance will become apparent in your performance. It will bring out the hot-blooded side of you and once you’re out on the dance floor it’s amazing at how this really affects your dancing. Makes you want to get there and start dancing, doesn’t it?

When dancing Salsa, typically the man leads and the woman follows. The lead’s role is to decide what move the couple will perform next and communicate this to the follower through subtle hand gestures. There are a variety of moves that can be incorporated into your dance routine, and it is completely up to the lead to make those decisions. So ladies, don’t fight it- let him move you around the dance floor and sweep you off your feet!

There are many variations of styles in Salsa dancing ranging from classic Cuban rhythms, to slow Jazz numbers to fast-paced alternatives on modern tunes. Salsa features a series of hip movements, twirls, and other dance moves. How fun! While other dancing styles require you to move in a certain way, there are various ways to Salsa dance. So, no matter your mood or taste, you can be assured that anytime dancing Salsa will be packed with excitement and diversity.

Keep in mind, Salsa dancing is not always fast and intense- it’s also an ideal way to add some romance to your relationship. Since the moves are so seductive, with you and your partner moving together as one, it’s hard not to feel amorous! These days, we get so wrapped up in taking care of business with work, family, and home we tend to forget how important it is to make the time to spend together. Taking time each week for each other learning this sultry dance is the perfect way to bring back those loving feelings that may have been overlooked for awhile.

Dance FX Studios is close to Tempe and Chandler, AZ. We suggest starting with our Introductory Offer- a one hour private dance lesson for only $40 (per couple or single).  You will be introduced to our unique system of teaching and learn about partner connection and communication. We know that in this one hour lesson we will be able to show you just how exciting and easy it is to learn to dance. No need to wait- give us a call, 480.968.6177, so we can help you to learn the fiery Salsa!