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Do You Need To Be Flexible in Order To Dance?

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No matter what level of dancer you are, walking into a new dance or fitness class can be intimidating. The unfamiliar faces, expert instructors, the varying levels of flexibility, and people who seem to quickly and easily adapt to new choreography can sometimes cloud your mind, distracting you from the reasons you signed up in […]

Why Dancing Bachata Is Easier Than Salsa?

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Some of the most passionate Bachata dancers are of the opinion that Bachata is easier than Salsa. More specifically, some claim that Bachata is more forgiving than Salsa with respect to the timing and execution of the movements. This is of course debatable, but there are many reasons that might justify such a statement. 5 […]

The Benefits of Dancing For Children

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Dancing for children is a fun way to help them develop coordination, socialization skills, and self-confidence. Learn the benefits in this article.

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How Dancing Can Improve Your Mental Health

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There are many reasons why dance can be great for your mental health. For one, it’s a form of exercise. Exercise is known to have a lot of benefits for the mind and body, such as reducing stress and anxiety levels. Dance can also be a fun way to express yourself. It can help you […]

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Best Experience Gifts for Couples & Individuals

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If you’re having a tough time coming up with gift ideas for friends and family this year, you are not alone! The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the wind out of our sails in so many ways. And the 2020 holiday season will be very different this year. So, in light of this, and the fact […]

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7 Tips for Having the Essentials in Your Dance Bag

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Have you experienced needing something for a dance class, audition, or competition and not being able to find it in your dance bag? Maybe your bag isn’t organized in a way that lends to easy retrieval or maybe you forgot to pack something. It can be frustrating, and totally distracting to what you are doing. […]

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How to Celebrate National Dance Day

Did you know that the third Saturday in September is National Dance Day? That’s a reason for a party! National Dance Day is an annual day that encourages people to celebrate dance as a fun and positive way to promote health. Of course, getting a group together these days is rather difficult during the COVID-19 […]

What are Easy Dances to Learn for Beginners?

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Learning to dance doesn’t have to be difficult. OK, so you think you have “two left feet?” Maybe you think this because you haven’t had proper instruction and enough practice. Any dance can be mastered with some good guidance and concentrated effort. Yes, even you can learn to dance! There are many reasons why learning […]

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