Category: Research Article

  • The 3 Ways You Make Progress in Dancing (or Anything Else)

    The 3 Ways You Make Progress in Dancing (or Anything Else)

    There are plenty of times when you’re convinced you are making zero progress, like you’re stuck in a progress black hole. The Progress Black Hole (“PBH”) is powered by emotions while these three steps are built around logical information, real data, and objective vantage points.

  • Latin Dancing Can Improve Your Timing

    Latin Dancing Can Improve Your Timing

    There is a single word that can strike fear into the hearts of any dancer: Mambo. Timing, like anything else in your dance program is a learned skill, and some of the best dances for teaching it happen to be of the Latin variety!

  • East Coast vs. West Coast Swing: What’s the Difference?

    East Coast vs. West Coast Swing: What’s the Difference?

    Without clarity, the swing dancers from either side could seem like rival dance gangs – which immediately conjures images of something out of West Side Story. As incredible as the ensuing dance fight might be, we’d prefer to eliminate any barriers to entry to Swing dancing, regardless of the style!

  • Why Your Arthur Murray Teacher Recommends the Waltz

    Why Your Arthur Murray Teacher Recommends the Waltz

    If every dance on your program was an outfit, the Waltz would be a gown or tuxedo – it’s your special occasion dance. The Waltz can be the first dance that makes you feel, and look, like a dancer. So let’s dive in and get a better idea for why your Arthur Murray instructor suggested…

  • The Frequency for a Great Dance Program

    The Frequency for a Great Dance Program

    The reality is that every Arthur Murray professional understands that breakthroughs can only occur with enough momentum. The worst thing that will happen if you increase your frequency and keep your dance lessons closer together is you’ll become a better dancer… faster!

  • New Year’s Resolution: Learn How to Dance!

    New Year’s Resolution: Learn How to Dance!

    As we welcome in 2025, many of us have made resolutions to make positive changes in our lives. One of the most exciting and fun resolutions to make is to learn how to dance! Whether you’re interested in a specific style, or just want to brush up on some basic moves, dance lessons can help…

  • 8 Reasons Dancing is Good for Your Health

    8 Reasons Dancing is Good for Your Health

    Dancing is great for not only your physical health, but your mental and social health as well! Here are eight different reasons to start dancing TODAY.

  • Ballroom Events: How to Look Your Best!

    Ballroom Events: How to Look Your Best!

    Some helpful tips and tricks on how to look your best when participating in competitive dancesport.