Are you headed to the beach in August to soak up the rays and enjoy the cool ocean breezes? Fred Astaire Dance Studios compiled a list of the top five beach reads about dancing to keep you entertained… Read More

The importance of the role a father plays in the life of his daughter is huge and even backed up by science. Some of the most recent research has found that young girls who have warm, close relationsh… Read More

We all know that ballroom dance is a great workout. It’s the perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and even mental stimulation. Ballroom dancing is a great way to burn 300 calo… Read More

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for students in grade school and university; it’s summertime and school’s out! For parents, summer can be a mixed blessing. After the excitement of freedom fro… Read More

When most people think of art, they think of museums full of paintings, galleries lined with statues, or even the runways of Paris teeming with lavish designs. But there is no doubt that art can be fo… Read More

A lot of people will credit their parents for nurturing their love for dancing. For some children, it’s a natural part of growing up. If your house was always full of music and movement during your ch… Read More

At times it can seem as though we have very little in common — that we are separated by so many things. That’s one of the reasons International Dance Day was created.   We may have different view… Read More

Our passion for ballroom dancing takes almost as many forms as there are types of dance. There’s the artistry, the community, the competitiveness, and the entertainment of it, but that’s not all. The … Read More