by Melissa Cyr | Jun 3, 2014 | All Posts, Dancesport Competition, Mental Training, Quick Tip Tuesday
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,...
by Melissa Cyr | Jun 1, 2014 | Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition
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...
by Melissa Cyr | May 28, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Mental Training
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...
by Melissa Cyr | May 26, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Quick Tip Tuesday
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...
by Melissa Cyr | May 20, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics, Dancesport Competition, Quick Tip Tuesday
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...
by Melissa Cyr | May 19, 2014 | All Posts, Ballroom Basics
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...