by Melissa Cyr | Oct 20, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Collegiate, Dancesport Competition, Mental Training, Quick Tip Tuesday
Every dancer at some point has felt the twinge of self-doubt before getting on the floor. At a ballroom competition, it’s easy to feel uncertain about yourself, or even start comparing yourself to others. This is not the mindset you need going onto the floor!...
by Melissa Cyr | Oct 19, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition, Musicality
For us dancers, music is the KEY to our inspiration. You know what it feels like when you’re on the floor and your favorite [foxtrot- cha cha- quickstep] comes on. You’re pumped, you’re feelin’ it directly from your dancer’s soul to the...
by Melissa Cyr | Oct 14, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition, Quick Tip Tuesday
One of the classic problems for ladies is how to take longer back strides in ballroom steps. Ladies, if your partner is complaining that you’re in the way, check out this super quick tip that may have you rethink where you’re moving from, when you’re...
by Melissa Cyr | Oct 7, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition, Quick Tip Tuesday
Ok Guys, we know you are just as self-conscious about your arm styling as the ladies. In fact, when you’re concentrating on leading, it can be even more challenging to get the free arm involved. In this Quick Tip Tuesday, Felipe Telona Jr. (3x World & U.S....
by Melissa Cyr | Oct 6, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition
Okay, let’s admit this right off the bat: Ballroom dance lessons aren’t cheap. And the second admission: You’re probably addicted. After many years as both a competitor and teacher, trust me when I say I’ve seen the dark side of dance...