Ballroom Backstory: Paso Doble Dance of the Bulls

Do you enjoy a little drama in your step? A little flash and flair to your moves? Then the Paso Doble is the dance for you. Meaning “double step” in Spanish, this lively and dramatic dance is set to Spanish March music that may conjure images of… a bull fight? That’s right, the Paso Doble… Read More

So Ed Sheeran Thinks He Can Dance?

So, Ed Sheeran thinks he can dance? Apparently so, and we’re loving it! The British pop-singer and songwriter has taken to the dance floor in his new music video to showcase his ballroom dancing skills. Sheeran calls “Thinking Out Loud” one of his favorite songs from his most recent album, X. In a nod toward… Read More

Dancers Who Defined A Decade: 1960s

This superstar is famous for her eloquent voice and stellar articulation (think “supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”) but during the 1960s this woman was actually a triple threat! She could sing, she could act, and boy could she dance! Care to take a guess who I’m talking about? If you guessed Julie Andrews, you’re correct! Known famously for roles… Read More

Learn to Dance: Reducing Falls, Improving Balance

We’ve already talked about the brain benefits you gain from learning to dance, so now we’re here to share with you a physical benefit of dancing you may not know about! Dancing has proven to be an amazing way for people to strengthen their muscles and become more aware of how their bodies move. As… Read More

Do Men Take Dance Lessons? (Plus, How to Get Them Interested!)

It’s a typical party scene: A group of women kicking up their heels on the dance floor, while husbands and dates look on from their seats or the bar. We’ve heard every excuse in the book for avoiding the dance floor, so now it’s time to put the “I can’t dance” excuse to rest with… Read More