Our next dance class series leading up to a dance night out will be the East Coast Swing! And on the heels of our Disco Dance Night Out where many dressed for the theme and boosted the enjoyment of the event, we were asked "What do I wear?" East Coast Swing calls for twirly skirts & dresses that showcase the lega actions to the knee. Also popular is a retro look, think 1950's. We will be having some looks on display for our next outing for you to come try on by appointment!

Learning to social dance is a partner activity, but there are many reasons why singles do not need a partner! Learning to dance requires the ability to recognize the feeling of dance elements. For those learning the lead, they have to first learn where their feet go and the focus on weight change as a lead. Then they learn coordination of their arms, so they can lead turns with proper timing and how to keep their partner balanced. Then they learn shaping leads. Next they might become aware of music, or what their partner is doing. For a follower, we often hear "I can follow a strong leader" from people that cannot dance an introductory pattern themselves. That's a big ask from a leader, and limits these followers to only being able to enjoy a dance with high level, very experienced leaders. So we recommend that leaders and followers focus first NOT only on feeling the dance partnership, but learning the elements of dance so well on their own that they can focu...

Self discovery is one of the benefits of dance. Students in our small group class: - discovered the feeling of moving their body disconnected from a dance partner, and with one...two totally different experiences! - That things can look one way and feel another... surprise 🎶 - Arm styling may feel awkward to start as we are often uncomfortable permitting ourselves to take up the space we need - We love the look of other people who push beyond the comfort zone, they don't appear awkward they look fantastic! - We have to be willing to feel goofy, theatrical, uninhibited.

Every day we hear people say they want to to learn to dance, but... "I have a trip coming up, so I won't be able to start." "I don't have the time right now." "I don't have the money right now." "I want a partner...to lose weight...before I'm going to start." People's goals and dreams stay stuck exactly where they are. Deep down, most people already know what they need to do. Only a small percentage decide they're finally tired of settling and take action. Those are the people who change their lives forever. At Dance Forever, we don't just help people learn, we help them transform their mindset, their confidence, their health, and their lifestyle. That's why we're rated the top studio in the area. For under $80 a week you can come in twice a week and be healthier, happier, and more active with 1:1 coaching and social activity that's welcoming, encouraging & patient. Call for details, and then come in:...

If you are a dancer you know, and if you're not you should stoop waiting and find out! All it takes is a call to 727-723-3269 and we will schedule your first lesson.

Here’s what 99% of helpful people are doing WRONG... "Many people mistakenly believe they’re “helping” by offering unsolicited advice. It’s actually counterproductive to point out someone else’s mistakes. People can only absorb so much information at a time. Pointing out every error you perceive in your partner's dancing overloads them and makes it harder for them to dance well.Trust that your fellow dancer doing the best they can in that moment. Their best is enough. Telling others how to dance also assumes a position of superiority, presumes that your own dancing is without fault, and that you know more than they do - which is often not the case (I have stories for days on this...) People who really know what they're doing in the dance world know enough not to correct their partners." - Marsha Mitchell If you have dance etiquette questions (or crimes have been committed which you wish to report) please discuss with your instructor in studio!