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On footwork.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.
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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.
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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