Showing posts with label swing dancing in arizona. Show all posts
Showing posts with label swing dancing in arizona. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Improve the Quality of Your Life With Ballroom Dance Lessons


If you could do anything (I mean ANYTHING), what would you like to do as a hobby?

Now, are you that person who is ready to give me a whole list of things that you'd love to learn, or are you returning a blank stare to me through your computer screen? No matter how old you are, time certainly slips by quickly, so why put off that dream of yours to learn to dance? 

If you can't remember the last time you invested in yourself or in your relationship with your sweetheart or spouse, then social ballroom dancing is for you! Self-improvement and enhancing the quality of your most intimate relationship is what learning to dance can give you. In just a few short months, you can have a skill that will boost your confidence, add more romance and even provide stress relief for you individually and as a couple. Think about how nice it would be to set aside an hour or two a week to get away from the kids and do something romantic as a couple. That is a great thing! Who knew that taking Salsa dance lessons or learning to dance the Country Two Step could give you these benefits and more? We did! 

At Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona, we customize all of your private dance lessons around your needs. From adding more "adult" time together, to building up your confidence so that you can lead or follow anyone on any dance floor, we will give you the tools to dance comfortably anywhere. Within each lesson, our focus will not just be on dance moves and techniques, but also on the perks that social dancing has to offer. You may not know this, but learning to Swing dance or even dance Argentine Tango also aids in a better memory as well as improved balance and coordination. These physical benefits aid in the prevention dementia and other physical deteriorations as you age. Practicing your dancing will also help with muscle memory-giving you a wonderful hobby that can last a lifetime. 

As you can now see, social ballroom dancing offers so much more than one may first realize. Besides the physical and mental rewards, you can open up your social life by learning to dance. With new friends who share the same interest, you can have a healthy activity that can be used anywhere from Country bars to Latin clubs and all other social gatherings including weddings and holiday parties. 

Now's the time to spice up your life through dance! Whether you want to give Country dancing a try or you want to explore sexy Latin dances like Bachata and Cha Cha, any style of dance that you learn is a great investment in you. For Phoenix East Valley residents, come visit us at Dance FX Studios. Our Newcomer's Offer is a fun way to check out how dancing can benefit you! For more information or to set up an introductory lesson, give us a call at 480-968-6177 today. 

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Why He May Not Ask You To Dance


“I love dancing, but my boyfriend just watches on the sidelines.” “I go out dancing with my girlfriends because my husband won’t get out on the dance floor.” “It’s so much fun! Why won’t he dance with me???”

The truth is, he would love to dance with you. In fact, he would kill to be that guy who knows all the cool moves and shows you a great time out Country Two Stepping, Salsa or Swing dancing.

Then why won’t he…?

See, in the social dance scene, guys have a different role than ladies on the dance floor. In order to dance together as partners, he is the leader (= the brain) and the lady is the follower (= heart). He makes all the decisions on the dance floor, so that we can relax and have a good time. A lot of guys make it look easy, but, in their minds, they are thinking about things like…What style of dance do I do to this music? What is the mood? Is it fast and sexy or slow and sensual? What can I do next? A turn? Switch directions? A dramatic pause? Gosh, it’s so crowded!!

It’s a lot of pressure for the men out there. However, it’s not impossible. And, yes, it is a lot of fun, especially when you get to share it with someone special. Guys simply need some preparation time before they can join in the excitement of dance with you.

Here’s what your guy needs:

1.     The courage to give it a try. Ladies, be supportive and patient with your man. Score major points by getting him some private dance lessons. That way, he can get great dance tips BEFORE going out into a social dance situation. Remember: No guy likes to be embarrassed.
2.     Different styles of dances and their steps. As leaders, men need an arsenal of moves to choose from to impress their partners and keep them wanting to come back for more. The last thing you want your guy to be is a "one trick pony". With private Country, Latin and Swing dance lessons, your guy can be versatile and fun to dance with every time!

3.     Know how to identify music genres and styles. Guys need to KNOW what they are doing before they can do it with confidence. Being able to identify the music and what dance accompanies it is key. Once again, proper social ballroom dance lessons will give him that important information and more.


Don’t know where to get started? If you live in Phoenix, Arizona, check out Dance FX Studios in Mesa for completely customized private dance lessons. Your guy will be up and ready to hit that dance floor in no time! Our fun-filled group dance lessons are another way to pick up some cool moves before hitting the Latin clubs or Country bars. Both singles and couples are welcome, and no experience is necessary to begin learning at Dance FX Studios! Whether it’s Salsa or Country Western dancing, our instructors will break down all the cool moves you see out in the bars and clubs, and prepare you for any crowded dance floor.  Give us a call at 480-968-6177 today and let us help you to discover which dances are perfect to spice up your social life.

Thursday, August 21, 2014

The Hottest Social Dance Spots In and Around Phoenix, AZ


Looking to go out dancing in Arizona, but not sure where to go? Dance FX Studios in Mesa has got you covered. We've compiled a list of some of the hottest dance spots in the greater Phoenix area for some of the most popular dances out there. Want to do another style of dance and not sure where to go? Give us a call at 480-968-6177 and we'll help you out.

Argentine Tango

Nostalgias Milonga at Mijana
1290 N Scottsdale Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85281
Thursdays
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
$5 Cover

Milonga Cooperativa at Bethany Lutheran Church
4300 N 82nd St.
Scottsdale, AZ
Sundays
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Class or Practica from 2-3)
$5 Practica and Milonga, Class prices vary

Country Dancing

Denim and Diamonds
7336 E Main St.
Mesa, AZ 85207
Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM 

Arizona Event Center

1300 S. Country Club Drive #105
Mesa, Arizona 85210
Wednesdays
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Toby Keith's I Love This Bar And Grill
Any Location
Any Day
Open til 2 Fri and Sat

Latin Dancing

Havana Nights at Dave and Busters (Tempe Marketplace)
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy

Tempe, AZ 85281
Wednesdays, Sundays
7:00 PM - 12:00 AM
$5 cover on Wednedays, Free Sundays

Monarch Theatre
122 East Washington St.

Phoenix, AZ 85004
Thursdays
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
$5 cover

TUMBAO at Mijana
1290 N. Scottsdale Rd., #107

Tempe, AZ 85281
Fridays
9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
$10 cover, includes $2 drink

Salsamania at Pepin
7363 E Scottsdale Mall

Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Saturdays
10:00 PM - 2:00 AM
$10 cover

Swing Dancing

Hepkats at the Woman's Club of Mesa
200 N Macdonald
Mesa, AZ 85201
Mondays7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
$5 cover

The Duce
 525 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tuesdays7:00 PM - 12:00 AM
$8 cover

Kats Korner
446 E Broadway Rd
Mesa, AZ
Saturdays
7:15 PM - 11:00 PM
$7 cover, $5 with valid student ID

Lots of these places offer free group classes, but if you're looking to really shine out there, your best bet is private dance lessons. Try out our private lesson Introductory Offer for Country, Latin or Swing dancing to see how we can make you an awesome social dancer.  Group classes are a solid supplement to your private dance lessons, but you will definitely want to have a good base to build on.

Join us at Dance FX Studios and we can help you prepare for your nights out around Phoenix. We also host our fair share of dance parties and events for our dancer friends to party and play. In fact, join in the fun this Saturday, August 23, 2014 for our Kizomba Social, or check out our Swing Dance Party Saturday, September 6, 2014 with live music by Come Back Buddy. We hope to see YOU on the dance floor!