Is it important to attend Ballroom dancing Masterclasses?
[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Hero_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] [siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Headline_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] It’s true that when we start Ballroom dancing the most important aspect of our learning is to master the step pattern – or Foot Positions as your teacher will no doubt have explained. But there is a stage where – in order to become the most delightful dance partner – it’s […]
Is the lady leaning back in Ballroom dancing?
No (it just looks like she is!) 1 Even though it looks suspiciously like the lady is leaning well back in Ballroom dancing, and you wonder if she gets a sore neck, back or even how she moves that way – this is actually just an illusion. Rather than leaning back, the lady is […]
5 tips to encourage your partner to come Ballroom dancing!
Cause we think they’ll love it…! 1 The thought of learning to dance is not fun for everyone… Even though we might love the idea of Ballroom and Latin dancing, our partners might be less enthusiastic. Here are some tips to help persuade them to give it a go, and perhaps add a new […]
What might be holding you back from being an AWESOME dancer!
It’s not what you think… 1 This article is a little bit of tough love for anyone who truly wants to learn dance – so I hope you take it in the right spirit… I’ve never told anyone this before – but as a dance studio director for the last 12 years I now […]
How to count Modern Waltz music – made easy!
Click here to head to our Modern Waltz playlist and see if you can count for yourself! Monica is the director of Dancesport Kingdom in Lilydale, a Ballroom champion and also an AMEB Grade 8 pianist. “A musical understanding is essential to becoming an accomplished dancer – AND everyone I have ever taught ALWAYS has the […]
How to count Jive music – made easy!
Click here to head to our Jive playlist and see if you can count for yourself! Monica is the director of Dancesport Kingdom in Lilydale, a Ballroom champion and also an AMEB Grade 8 pianist. “A musical understanding is essential to becoming an accomplished dancer – AND everyone I have ever taught ALWAYS has the rhythm […]
How to count Cha Cha Cha music – made easy!
Why don’t you head to our Cha Cha Cha playlist and see if you can count for yourself! Monica is the director of Dancesport Kingdom in Lilydale, a former Ballroom champion and also an AMEB Grade 8 pianist. “A musical understanding is essential to becoming an accomplished dancer – but everyone I have ever taught […]
“But I can’t hear the beat!
“BUT I CAN’T HEAR THE BEAT!” Is a cry I hear from many students in their journey to learn dance, from ALL levels of dancers from beginners to competition champions! In this artiicle will de-mysify the musical beat so everyone can enjoy moving in time. All Ballroom dance music – but not necessarily all music […]
Everything you know about Ballroom dancing isn’t true…
When you think about Ballroom dancing you might form an immediate picture in your mind – either the old fashioned way Grandma and Grandma met, or the world of fake tan, false eyelashes and bitchiness of Ballroom competition. But everything you believe isn’t true…so I’m going to bust some Ballroom dancing myths. MYTH # 1. […]
11 things you MUST do to find a competition dance partner.
“I want to participate in DanceSport competition but I can’t find a partner!” If these are words are familiar – then ask yourself “am I doing everything in my power to optimise my chances?” Sure… there are many more girls than guys looking, but it’s also hard for guys to find the right girl! So, […]