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Quick Tip Tuesday – Avoid Fighting in Practice with Marcus Johnson (1 min.)
Oh, the passion of dance partnership! Fighting is the most useless way for couples to spend their time and energy in practice, yet it's so common. It's so easy for things to get heated, when each partner thinks he/she is right! Avoid fighting in practice, and you'll...
Rhythm & Latin Dance Footwork 101
Whether you're a boxer, an ice skater, a soccer player or James Brown , "good footwork" is critical. It's the same for us ballroom dancers, as one of the most common terms we hear in technique is Footwork. Judges scrutinize the footwork, coaches correct the...
Breaking Through a Plateau
Ever felt like this: One day, you’re breaking through barriers left and right-- You're Invincible! Advancing to the final. Passing couples who were always ahead of you. Mastering a technique that was difficult. Then BOOM! Scrreeechh! All progress slows to a complete...
Quick Tip Tuesday – Dance Hold Too Tight with Maria Hansen (1.5 min.)
It's all well and good to have a secure and confident dance hold, but Guys, you've got to let your girl breathe! If you're known for your vice-like grip on the gals, better check out Maria Hansen's quick tip on where your arms should be to create a stable hold that...
Quick Tip Tuesday – Ballroom Floorcraft for Newbies Kris Suakjian (2.5 min.)
Remember when you were a new driver? How did you feel that first time, merging onto the freeway? It is intimidating-scary, even! You looked for a break in the traffic to jump in, but even a little bit of hesitation closed your chance. It's can feel the same way for...
The 15 Minute Lesson – 4 Ways to Become a Better Ballroom Dancer, Fast!
How much could you learn in 15 minutes? You might be surprised. I started experimenting with the power of 15 minutes recently. In 15 minutes, I can get in 3 rounds of HIIT exercise. Or take a bike ride around the neighborhood with my kids. Or wash the dishes and start...
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