How Ballroom Dancing Beats Stress

It’s true! Ballroom dancing beats stress! Stress is a natural part of life and like so many things, having too much of it isn’t a good thing. Sometimes people aren’t even aware of the stress they’re under; it flows just below the surface of our awareness like a heartbeat. In fact, stress is so common… Read More

Spring Clean Your Soul by Dancing!

You can feel it when you step outside. No, we’re not talking about the pollen; we’re talking about spring. It’s the time when Mother Nature renews all around us… when everything just seems to come alive. Many people celebrate by stepping outside and into the garden. The urge to plant and grow things is strong… Read More

How to Spice Up Your Relationship with Ballroom Dancing

Ballroom dancing is an incredible activity to spice up your relationship, regardless of skill or fitness level. Not only is dancing a tremendous social activity, but it’s beneficial for your heart, too – both physically and romantically! According to MSNBC.com, a dancer can burn anywhere from 250 to 400 calories in an hour. That’s roughly… Read More

Join Fred Astaire Dance Studio As We Dance to Defeat Dementia

Nearly 5.4 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. This November, Fred Astaire Dance Studio (FADS) wants you to Dance to Defeat Dementia in support of Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and Caregivers Month. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia and primarily affects memory, thought and language. Dementia is the umbrella term used to describe symptoms… Read More