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Beginner Dance Moves for Ballroom Dancing

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If you’re just starting your journey into the world of ballroom dance, our instructors from our Durham ballroom dance school are here to help.  Whether you’re looking to impress at a social event, reconnect with your partner, or simply indulge in a new hobby, these easy dance moves will set you on the path to becoming a confident ballroom dancer.

Safe and Effective Ways to Enjoy Exercise While Pregnant

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Our dance instructors are exploring a carefully curated selection of safe and effective options for you to enjoy exercise while pregnant. This guide is designed to help moms-to-be maintain their physical health, boost their mental well-being, and prepare their bodies for the incredible journey of childbirth. 

Ballroom Dancing: A Graceful Path to Wellness and Health

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In today’s world, where high-intensity workouts and fitness trends dominate, there exists a timeless and elegant physical activity that goes beyond promoting physical health. It is ballroom dancing—an enchanting art form that has captivated people for centuries. Beyond its beauty and entertainment value, ballroom dancing, such as the waltz holds great benefits for individuals dealing […]

4 Ways to Prepare Your Child For Dance Lessons

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If your child is getting ready to start dance classes, it is likely you want them to be as prepared as possible and have questions about the whole process. It doesn’t matter if you have older children or younger children who are going to start dancing, despite the age group there are things you can […]

What Are the Three Main Styles of Ballroom Dancing?

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Whether you’re looking to take dance lessons for fun, or you’re interested in competing in ballroom dancing competitions, it’s important to learn about the three main styles of ballroom dancing. Each style has its own unique characteristics and steps, so knowing which style of social dancing you want to focus on is essential. In this […]

First Steps in Learning to Dance: What to Expect and How to Get Prepared

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When you first start learning to dance, there are a lot of things that can seem overwhelming. There are so many different dance styles, dance moves, and techniques to choose from! From ballroom dancing, salsa dancing, hip hop, and more; how do you know where to start? In this blog post, our dance experts at […]

8 Beginner Tips for Learning Swing Dances

What is Swing Dancing

Are you sociable, energetic, and like to move? If so, then swing dancing may be a good fit for you to learn out of all of the dance styles out there. Swing dancing is fun and not that difficult when you compare it to some other dances out there. But not all swing dances are […]