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Strictly Time to DANCE!

Jun 3, 2019
1 min

Strictly Time to DANCE!

Exciting news Adelaide: Baz Luhrmann's Strictly Ballroom: The Musical will be playing for the first time in South Australia next month! Tara & Thomas of Arthur Murray Adelaide have been working since April on original choreography for the locally produced and all Australian stage show. Matt Byrne is producing Adelaide's first ever production of the show and all the cast are looking great and are looking forward to putting on a super-entertaining spectacle this July at the Art

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Dancing is good for your relationship

May 10, 2019
2 min

Dancing is good for your relationship

Whether you are a new couple, preparing for your wedding, starting a family or happily celebrating a milestone anniversary, there is nothing better than dancing to bring you closer to your partner. Rather than the hard work often associated with maintaining a good relationship, dancing offers a fun and fanciful way to stay connected. So dust off your dance shoes and prepare to become entwined with your other half. Learning together If neither of you is a natural dancer, then

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3 things you can do to avoid the 'dance police'

Mar 20, 2019
2 min

3 things you can do to avoid the 'dance police'

Sometimes my students get nervous when they make simple mistakes while dancing. I try to reassure them that if they put a step out here and the there that there aren't any 'dance police' to write them a ticket! That being said, I thought I'd share 3 things you can do to get back on track with minimal fuss: 1. I'm out of step or on the wrong foot! If you feel that you've put a step out then you can simply change feet and keep going. As the leader, you can even close your feet

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Why you should start dancing after 40

Oct 27, 2018
1 min

Why you should start dancing after 40

Do you still have concerns about dancing after 40? lose a little weight, improve your fitness, make new friends, inject a little passion into a relationship and much more. Here at Arthur Murray we have a lot of students who are above 40 and they enjoying their social dancing. See our infographics about 5 benefits of Dancing for Seniors below: #Info #Blog #Dance #Lifestyle

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Which is better for you - Yoga or Dancing?

Mar 11, 2018
2 min

Which is better for you - Yoga or Dancing?

There are many similar health benefits between the two disciplines and many dancers advocate yoga as a great way of keeping fit enough for their dance classes, but when compared and contrasted, it seems dancing is generally better for you. Total Body Workout Yoga is undeniably good for your body as the core is constantly engaged while the standing postures build leg strength and the twisting poses massage internal organs. However, the practice is predominantly peaceful and it

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Get Social. With DANCE.

Nov 22, 2017
2 min

Get Social. With DANCE.

We all know the health benefits of dancing, but alongside the fitness aspect lies an equally valuable improvement to your social life – dancing isn’t known as the most fun exercise available for nothing. Find new friends fast Most dance classes don’t require you to bring a partner; instead you are paired with someone and then systematically moved around, so by the end of the evening you will have met everyone at least once. When you attend a dance class, you will be with othe

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A Cha Cha with Arthur (and Yoda)

Waltzing T-Rex, Flapping Cuban Chicken on a thousand mile journey

Sep 20, 2017
2 min

Waltzing T-Rex, Flapping Cuban Chicken on a thousand mile journey

“Okay, pause for a second,” she says, holding one hand up and gripping her chin with the other. We are frozen mid-step, as the senior instructor walks around to inspect the situation further. “I think I see the problem.” She squints, frowns slightly, nods seriously to herself and then shares a conspiratorial look with our teacher and my wife. And? “You’re looking like a T-Rex,” she laughs uproariously, bringing her elbows close into her hips and waggling her forearms frantica

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Rhythm dances for all occasions

Sep 12, 2017
1 min

Rhythm dances for all occasions

Cha Cha This dance remains so popular because it is the best dance for couples to dance to when the band or DJ plays up-tempo pop music. The music could be a classic from earlier in the 20th century, a retro hit from the '80s or '90s or a chart busting Top 40 modern song. If it's high energy and up-beat, Cha Cha is the best way to go! Rumba The lights go down and the mood is set. The band or DJ plays a romantic ballad. Time to dance the Rumba! The Rumba is still your best opt

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4 dances that are truely timeless

Aug 25, 2017
1 min

4 dances that are truely timeless

1. Waltz As well as being a beautiful dance in its own right with plenty of modern artists composing songs in the Waltz's classic 3/4 time, the Waltz teachers the foundation patterns that form the basis for most dance styles. 2. Tango Tango dancing is a true pleasure all by its self. The distinctive phrasing of the dance helps develop a sense of musicality that can then be translated to other styles of dance. Also, Tango is a great place to learn all about Lead and Follow. 3.

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He said… She said…

Jul 19, 2017
2 min

He said… She said…

Learning to dance with your partner should be fun, easy, and stress free. That being said, there are times where, as couples, we tend to lose sight of what’s really im-portant— having fun! There are some things you should consider when learning with your partner. I have outlined 5 of the most important rules to remember when learning to dance with that special someone. First… Make sure you don’t find fault with each other. Remember, the teacher is there to teach. Try and avoi

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How learning to dance can be as easy as 1-2-3!

Jun 13, 2017
1 min

How learning to dance can be as easy as 1-2-3!

So many people never learn to dance because they think it will be too hard. Good news! There are 3 easy steps to get you strutting your stuff on the dance floor in no time… Personal Sessions Learning to dance with a fully certified, passionate dance instructor is the best most complete way to learn to dance. Group classes are great but are not enough! Private lessons can be booked around your schedule and can focus on your individual dance needs and goals. One-on-one with the

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Top 6 things to look for in a dance teacher

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