Mother Son Dance Tips In a traditional wedding, guests are more drawn to the bride, which is why we hear mostly about the father daughter dance. However, if you choose to do a mother-son dance, this is a moment where eyes are drawn to the groom and his mother or mother figure. The mother-son dance …
Whether it’s your first dance together or your 1000th, very few activities as a couple screams romance like dancing. It’s an amazing activity that brings couples closer together. Dancing not only offers the opportunity for new couples to explore what’s possible with dance but it also allows couples that have been together for many years …
The beloved father-daughter dance is a staple at many weddings. It’s the moment during the reception when the bride honors her father and expresses her appreciation for him as she enters this new chapter in her life. Some brides prefer a simple dance with their father, while others prefer to have something more choreographed. Regardless …
Oftentimes, many students have no idea how much there is to learn in partner dancing. Most think they have learned a complete dance after only learning a few patterns. That is an amazing accomplishment but that’s only the beginning. When I tell them about the different levels and figures within each level, sometimes their jaws …
What comes to mind when you think of Tango? Do you think of passion, intensity, or maybe you picture dancers in the infamous Promenade Position with a rose in their mouth? These are a few of the many characteristics of Tango. If you have taken Tango lessons before, you would probably agree that it takes …
What comes to mind when you think of Ballroom Dancing? Many people picture couples dancing elegantly around a ballroom in formal wear. Though this is true, there is more to ballroom dancing than that! Ballroom dance encompasses many different styles of partner dancing, from the elegant Waltz to the sensual Rumba, and even the social …
Preparing for Your Wedding Dance Your first dance is a special moment that you will cherish forever and there is nothing more magical than a couple connecting through dance. To fully prepare for this special dance so that you can relax and enjoy the process, there are a few things to keep in mind. In …
Country Polka Polka is one of eight country-western dances and is one of the most popular to dance here in Texas. Whether you are looking to dance socially or competitively, Polka is great dance to learn. It’s a high-energy dance and moves quickly around the floor. In this post, I will dive into the basics …
Merengue For Beginners Merengue is THE best dance to do if you are learning Cuban Motion for the first time! The step patterns in this dance are quite simple, which is why it’s the best for practicing rhythm technique. In fact, this is the first dance I learned when I started ballroom dancing many years …
The Bolero is a dance that most of my students are intrigued by. It’s this mystery dance that they hear a lot about but they don’t learn until they have done several other dances. Like many instructors, I don’t introduce Bolero to a student until they have a strong foundation in both the rhythm and …