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Charleston Dance Classic

October 31, 2023 | Dance Vision

The Charleston Dance Classic once again impressed us with its captivating rhythm during their...

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Autumn Dance Classic

October 31, 2023 | Dance Vision

The Autumn Dance Classic is hitting a milestone, celebrating its 35th anniversary! Dive into an...

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Nashville Ballroom Bash

October 27, 2023 | Dance Vision

Four years in, and Nashville Ballroom Bash never ceases to amaze! Their event this past October was...

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Constitution State Dancesport...

October 24, 2023 | Dance Vision

After 7 remarkable years, Constitution State Dancesport Championships continue to impress! Their...

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Elite Dancesport

October 18, 2023 | Dance Vision

23 years and still going strong! Elite Dancesport just wowed us once more with their awesome 4-day...

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Different Styles of Ballroom Dance

March 31, 2023 | Jason Eng

Introduction: Ballroom dance is an umbrella term encompassing a wide range of dance styles, each...

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How to Choose a Ballroom Dance Studio

March 31, 2023 | Jason Eng

Introduction: Selecting the right ballroom dance studio is a crucial step in your journey towards...

Beginner Guides

5 Reasons to Ballroom Dance

March 30, 2023 | Jason Eng

Introduction: Ballroom dancing is a beautiful and elegant art form that has been practiced for...

Tips and Tricks

A Guide to Kids Hair Styles for...

January 16, 2023 | Alise Borne

Ballroom hair can seem daunting…especially when doing hair for your own children or students! Check...

Beginner Guides

How to Dance Lindy Hop

January 12, 2023 | Alise Borne

The Lindy Hop is a swing dance that originated in the 1920s and has continued to be enjoyed by...

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How To Dance Salsa

January 12, 2023 | Alise Borne

Salsa is a popular and energetic Latin dance that originated in Cuba and has since spread to become...

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8 Reasons Why Kids Should Dance

December 27, 2022 | Alise Borne

While we don’t think it needs much convincing, there are proven reasons why your kids should try...

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How to Dance Paso Doble

December 27, 2022 | Alise Borne

Paso Doble is a dramatic Latin dance that originated in Spain and has since become a popular...

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How to Dance Jive

December 18, 2022 | Alise Borne

Jive is a high-energy and fun Latin dance that is a staple of the international ballroom dance...

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How to Dance The Hustle

December 18, 2022 | Alise Borne

A popular and energetic disco-style dance that originated in the United States in the 1970s, the...

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How to Dance Samba

December 18, 2022 | Alise Borne

The Samba is a ballroom dance is inspired by the Brazilian carnival dances. While Brazilian Samba...

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What is a Solo Star in Ballroom Dance?

December 15, 2022 | Alise Borne

The world of ballroom dance is readily expanding. Newer competitive categories, such as same-sex,...

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What is a Ballroom Dance Syllabus?

December 13, 2022 | Alise Borne

You may have heard the terms Bronze, Silver, and Gold thrown around in the studio...but no one...

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How to Dance Bolero

November 21, 2022 | Alise Borne

It’s the best of both worlds - Bolero is a unique dance that combines aspects of the American Waltz...

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How to Dance Mambo

November 21, 2022 | Alise Borne

Time for some Cuban Mambo—which means time for a fiesta! Featuring shimmies and shakes, this dance...

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How to Dance Foxtrot

November 21, 2022 | Alise Borne

Made famous by Harry Fox of New York City, the Foxtrot features elements of jazz, smooth...

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How to Dance Viennese Waltz

November 21, 2022 | Alise Borne

Originating in Vienna, Austria, the Viennese Waltz is significantly faster-paced than the Waltz...

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How to Dance Waltz

November 7, 2022 | Alise Borne

The classic, elegant, International Waltz is the quintessential, “ballroom dance” (think,...

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How to Dance Tango

November 7, 2022 | Alise Borne

Ballroom Tango originates from the alleyways of Buenos Aires in the late 19th century. In the...

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Introduction to Musicality in Ballroom...

October 17, 2022 | Alise Borne

Ahh, a ballroom topic that we all know we need to address at some level in our dancing, but may be...

Dance Culture

How to Get Involved in Your Ballroom...

October 3, 2022 | Alise Borne

After many of us spent time dancing from home during the pandemic, you might now be searching for...

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Member Stories: Mara Morner-Ritt

September 26, 2022 | Alise Borne

"Dancers, your fifth and final dance, the Mambo," the announcer spoke. Mara Morner-Ritt and her...

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How to Dance West Coast Swing

September 5, 2022 | Alise Borne

Born in California during the 1940s, the West Coast Swing evolved from Lindy Hop. It is known for...

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How to Dance East Coast Swing

August 30, 2022 | Alise Borne

The American, otherwise known as “East Coast” Swing, originated on the North American East Coast in...

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Benefits of Strength and Conditioning...

August 17, 2022 | Ricci Joanne

Over the past few years, ballroom dance has been increasingly recognized as a sport. Not only is it...