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 calories a day while making new friends. There’s no doubting the truth that dance-is-exercise, but did you know the converse is true: exercise-is-dance?… Read More
Could the dance studio replace the pharmacy on your doctor’s prescription pad? Maybe. At Fred Astaire Dance Studio, we’ve always known that dancing can be a great addition to anyone’s journey toward better health. Now it looks like doctors are actually being allowed to prescribe “therapeutic art or hobby-based treatments” for a wide range… Read More
Yes, we at Fred Astaire Dance Studios believe that Ballroom Dancing is Body Positive! Read this story and we think you’ll agree. Think of the graceful turn of a Viennese Waltz. The rise and fall of a Quickstep. The dramatic lines of a Tango. With the emphasis on execution and the confidence-building of success, many… Read More
As the holidays approach, you might be asking yourself: “What should I get the woman who has everything?” Try thinking outside the box(step), and give that special someone the gift of dance! Whether your leading lady is a rumba rookie or a mambo master, a ballroom dance gift certificate is sure to have her… Read More
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