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It’s only the fact that it activates nearly every system in the body. We see people coming to their dance class sessions stressed or disconnected, only to leave feeling energized, confident, and joyful.
Three of the most popular social partner dances today are salsa, bachata, and swing. Each has its own feel, history, movement style, and community. This guide will explore what makes them unique, describe their fundamental steps, and point you toward helpful resources to get started.
If you are curious about joining, this guide will help you, as we’ll present 7 things worth knowing before you take your first class.
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You can start dance classes for $59 here at PRO DANCE Studios - Playa Del Rey. This is our introductory offer for new dancers, and it includes 2x 30-minute private lessons.
As a dancer, your job is to interpret the music, express its mood, and respond to its shifts. This is where Tango becomes personal. No two dances are the same, because no two songs, or moments, are ever the same.
We’ve taught students in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. Dance improves flexibility, coordination, and mental health at any age. In fact, many of our most dedicated students started dancing after 40 and found it life-changing.
Many things define Ballroom Dance Style. Among them, its nature as a partner dance remains the most distinctive.The connection between two partners creates magic on the dance floor for the audience and for the dancers. Ask any International Standard dancer, and they will tell you about the movement of two bodies as one unit—seamlessly and continuously. An absolute must to conquer the style.
"On footwork" by Iaroslav Bieliei. Here we are — the so-called foundation of it all.I might get a lot of heat for this one, but that won’t be the first or the last time, so ladies and gentlemen, fasten your seat belts — we begin our (body) flight. The sky is crystal clear, and no turbulence is expected, except perhaps the one in the comments section below.
In a world where wellness trends come and go, there’s one practice that has quietly transformed lives for centuries — ballroom dance.At first glance, people think of dance as art or entertainment — something to watch or do for fun. But those of us who have lived it know: dance is a form of therapy, exercise, and human connection all in one.
Decades ago, Aldous Huxley warned that the future might not be ruled by censorship and fear, as Orwell envisioned, but by comfort, distraction, and noise. People would not be enslaved by force, but by amusement — by a steady stream of stimulation so overwhelming that truth and meaning would drown in it. That warning echoes far beyond politics or media. It resonates, perhaps unexpectedly, within the glittering world of competitive ballroom dance.
Years ago, while training in Canada with the great Méryem Pearson, we spent hours studying body-weight shifts and the production of swing as purely as possible. It was during that time that an idea appeared—more like an assignment, really: to calculate how many steps my Waltz routine had and to analyze how many of those steps were missing the continuity of body-weight transfer.
Learning to dance for the first time is both exciting and a little intimidating. And with so many styles, studios, and local dance communities, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. Read this blog to find out our five essential tips for beginner dance lessons in LA. These tips will help you feel confident, enjoy the process, and make the most of every class.
Think about how many times you left a dance floor breathless or sweating. So, can dancing help you lose weight?The resounding answer is yes. Dancing is a powerful, full-body workout that torches calories, builds lean muscle, and boosts your metabolism.
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Have you ever watched people glide effortlessly across a dance floor and thought, “I wish I could dance like that”? Maybe you’ve felt awkward at weddings, parties, or social events, worried about stepping on toes or looking clumsy. Or maybe you’re just craving a hobby that’s fun, elegant, and confidence-boosting.
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