Have You Tried Latin Dancing?

Looking for a new, exciting, and spicy hobby? Look no further, we have the perfect solution- learning to Latin dance! Latin dancing is passionate and playful and with dance lessons you can learn to move to a variety of these sensuous dances. From slow to fast dancing, you will soon enjoy bonding with your dance partner in any of the Latin dances. From downtown Phoenix to Tempe and Scottsdale, there are a variety of Latin dance clubs in the area, so why not join in the fun?

The best way to become a proficient Latin dancer is by taking private dance lessons at Dance FX Studios, in Mesa, AZ. With private lessons you receive one-on-one instruction with lessons that are adapted to your pace of learning and to the styles of dance you prefer to learn. We’ll get you going with our Introductory Special, which is a one hour lesson for only $40, and will include gathering some information from you, in order to gear your lessons to your preferences, and also your first dance lesson!

Since 2001, Dance FX Studios, near Phoenix, AZ, has set the bar for quality social dance lessons instruction. We have helped numerous students become confident and competent social dancers and have a great time while learning! Dancing is so much fun and so beneficial for everyone, you really owe it to yourself to learn a skill that you will use throughout your life, for any event.

Now, you may be curious about the different types of Latin dances. At Dance FX Studios, Latin dancing includes dances such as the Salsa, Bachata, Bolero, Merengue, and Cha-cha. Although the signature characteristic style to Latin dancing includes hip action, not all dances look the same. The Bachata, for example, is much slower than the Salsa, Merengue or Cha-cha. What’s so awesome about Latin dancing is that all of the fundamentals are interchangeable to allow you to apply the moves from your Salsa dancing into the Bachata or Merengue and vice-versa. Isn’t that helpful!

Feeling a little intimidated by Latin dances? Then you may want to start with the Merengue, since it is often referred to as the “walking dance” because there are just two basic movements- stepping with your left foot and then right foot, or the other way around, depending on if you are the leader or follower- it is that simple! This makes it an ideal way for beginners to ease their way into Latin dancing. The Merengue can even make it easier to learn those complicated moves done in Salsa or Cha-cha dancing because you are basically walking through them. So, if you can walk, you can Merengue!

Now let’s talk about the Bachata. This dance is known for being a warm and passionate dance and originally, it was danced to express the feelings that someone has for another person. With intimate and melodious movements within the dance steps, many people fall in love with it. Just think about how romantic it will be dancing with your sweetie! This dance has many different forms, including traditional, moderna, urban, tango, as well as the original dominica bachata. Each of these styles includes the same basics steps but with different techniques integrated into the dance, this really gives Bachata its unique flair! 

The Bolero is the slowest of all the Latin ballroom dances and has been described as the "dance of love", because of its slow and wistful tempo, as well as, its exquisite melodies. It combines some of the best parts of other popular Latin dance styles, while adding its own unique flair and mystery. Bolero dancing is often accompanied with bongos, castanets or a guitar and can actually be performed solo or as a couples dance. Doesn’t this inspire you to grab a partner and get out there and dance?

Are your ready to begin this incredible journey into Latin dancing? Great! Dance FX Studios is available for private dance lessons Monday-Friday, from 12-8 pm and Saturdays, from 11 am-4 pm. We are located at 1859 W Guadalupe Rd, in Mesa, AZ, on the SE corner of Guadalupe and Dobson. Please give us a call at 480.968.6177 to schedule your introductory lesson so we can help you to become a fabulous Latin dancer!

Tomorrow, we’ll learn more about Latin dancing with Salsa and Cha-cha, so don’t forget to check back!