How ballroom dancing saved me

The following is an essay submitted by Michelle Goldson, a student at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Morristown, NJ. Thanks for taking the time to write, Michelle. Keep dancing! What dancing means to me I never thought it would happen to me, but it did.  I am completely obsessed with ballroom dancing.   Whenever I… Read More

Paralympic medalist wows crowd with ballroom dancing performance

Cheryl Angelelli is not a woman who is short on accomplishments. She is a decorated swimmer and Paralympic medalist, a seven-time world champion, holds two world records and 15 American records and has even wheeled across the Great Wall of China. But recently she took on a new challenge at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio… Read More

The Swing of Things – Valentine’s Day Edition

So, how was your Valentine’s Day? If you spent it dancing at Fred Astaire Dance Studio like the team in Norwalk, Conn., (pictured above) it was likely a good one. On this edition of The Swing of Things, we’ll take a look at some of the amazing ballroom dancing stories of love and better health… Read More

The Hottest Ballroom Dances of 2015

Dance has never been more popular. With entire shows dedicated to finding the best dancer, and reality shows following them throughout their lives, the public can’t get enough. But it’s not only watching people dance that’s catching on. Learning how to dance is becoming popular as well. And why shouldn’t it? Being able to dance… Read More

Dancing is a Good Way to Celebrate American Heart Month

February is a month when we have hearts on the brain, celebrating both American Heart Month and Valentine’s Day. These events act as calendar reminders to be mindful of your heart, and keep it strong, healthy and active. One of the best  — and fun! — ways to keep it healthy, is to dance. Dancing… Read More