Samba: Classes, Private Lessons, & Instructors

Use It of Lose It: Dancing Makes You Smarter
Frequent dancing apparently makes us smarter. A major study added to the growing evidence that stimulating one's mind can ward off Alzheimer's disease and other demntia, much as physical exercise can keep the body fit. Dancing also increases cognitice acuity at all agees.
Added to AccessDance Local: Wed, March 14, 2012 - Richard Powers

The Heritage Classic - Twenty-Five Years and Counting!
Added to AccessDance National: Wed, May 02, 2012 - Colin Hillary

A Dancesport Judge's View Of Do's And Don'ts
What I like to see, and hate to see, on the competition dance floor.
Added to AccessDance National: Wed, April 18, 2012 - David Hamilton

Why Should I Compete?
Anyone who has ever walked into a dance studio and peeked into the ballroom can immediately tell you the dual feeling of excitement and intimidation upon seeing a pro/am or professional couple practicing in the ballroom.
Added to AccessDance National: Wed, April 18, 2012 - John DePalma - Organizer of Capital Dancesport Championships

What factors does a judge weigh in assessing a couple's performance?
The criteria that a judge might choose to consider are actually too numerous to examine individually in the brief time allotted, since at least six couples are being judged simultaneously. Therefore, the judge must rely on the impression each couple makes relative to the others . The experienced judge, having seen and studied dancing at all levels, can quickly assess these factors collectively.
Added to AccessDance National: Wed, April 18, 2012 - Dan Radler

How to prepare for your ballroom dance competition
Mental Preparation before the competition, Motivation, Start your preparations well in advance, Nutrition and Diet, Two weeks before the competition, Right before the competition, Stretching and Warming up, Learn how to move on
Added to AccessDance National: Wed, April 18, 2012 - Igor Galabov

Samba Defined
The Samba is referred to as the dance of joy and celebration at Carnivals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A dance that is lively and rhythmical, it has become one of the most popular Latin dances in ballroom dancing competitions.
Added to AccessDance National: Tue, February 21, 2012 - The AccessDance Network

Dance Etiquette
Dance etiquette begins, before one even enters the dance hall. It starts with proper personal hygiene, good grooming, attention to proper attire and maintenance of a clean fresh breath.
Added to AccessDance National: Mon, February 13, 2012 - Chapter 6043

Dress Code & Footwear
There is no specific Chapter enforced dress code. However, most frequently one of two suggestions are made, being ?Dress to Impress? or ?Cool and Casual?. At special functions the attire may be requested to be ?Formal (Black Tie Optional)?.
Added to AccessDance National: Mon, February 13, 2012 - Chapter 6043

Dancing Tid-bits: Bronze Samba Routine
"Dancing Tid-bits" Issue #48: In my opinion, Teaching Samba is slightly different from other Latin dances. Each element of the dance such as Whisk, Basic Movement, Bota Fogo and Volta movements, etc., must be introduced as separate steps like you would teach alphabet A to Z. Once the basic elements have been introduced and if students understand the timing, basic technique and a little bounce action, they are ready for choreography and dance to music.
Added to AccessDance National: Thu, April 26, 2001 - Max Ali

Dancing Tid-bits: Bronze Samba! O' My God
Dancing Tid-bits Letter #46: O' My God"" is really exactly what came out of my mouth when I saw the new ISTD Bronze (Associate) syllabus. Why? I will tell you why! Samba is a slightly more difficult Dance for beginners. The old Bronze syllabus including the Corta Jaca and Backward Bota Fogos was hard enough, but now some Silver and Gold Figures have been added at this level.
Added to AccessDance National: Thu, April 12, 2001 - Max Ali

Dancing Tid-bits: Samba Bounce
Dancemax Letter #37: The purpose of this letter is not to raise a ruckus or point fingers but sincerely, it is an attempt to understand what is written in our textbooks and how to interpret that information and give it to our students.
Added to AccessDance National: Thu, February 08, 2001 - Max Ali

Dancing Tid-bits: "a" and "&" in Samba
Dancemax Letter #7: When we split a beat and add an extra step, this is commonly referred to as "syncopation". This "split beat" can be danced as "a" or "&". The beat value of "a" is ¼ while "&" represents ½ beat.
Added to AccessDance National: Thu, July 13, 2000 - Max Ali

Dancing Tid-bits: "a" and "&"
Dancemax Letter #3:
Added to AccessDance National: Sun, June 18, 2000 - Max Ali

Here at AccessDance, our mission is to help you find instructors who offer classes for the beginner to experienced dancers in a safe, comfortable environment. Once you've entered the ballroom dance community, it's much easier to find out about dance events where you can socialize and show off your skills. Dance is a wonderful, exciting way to become active and develop new friends at the same time.

AccessDance : Samba Dance Lessons in SOUTHFIELD, Michigan

Area Dance Studios & Instructors
Bloomfield Hills, MI	Fred Astaire Dance Studio (Bloomfield Hills) 2172 Franklin Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Need a gorgeous wedding dance? Want to dance like the stars? Call our studio today for a new-student special: three, introductory lessons for only $60! Our professional, certified instructors make learning FUN & EASY. Call 248.454.1715.... More Info >>
Bloomfield Hills, MI	Glenn Clark's Stardust Ballroom Super Metro Detroit-W. Bloomfield, Keego Harbor, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48324
Wedding and new student specials for private & $10 group lessons by full-time top-ranked ballroom/latin/swing dance professionals. We invite you to visit our comprehensive website for the latest monthly group class calendar, and wedding video/package... More Info >>
Orion Twp, Auburn Hills,, MI	Elegance in Motion Ballroom Dance Studio 3771 S. Baldwin Rd. Orion, MI, Orion Twp, Auburn Hills, , MI 48359
Private Lesson Special!! 1st lesson is $10. Our studio instructs couples and singles in more than 22 different styles of dance. Ballroom, Latin,Social, and Competition dancing are all offered. Great location, 1 mile north of Great Lakes Crossings.... More Info >>
West Bloomfield, Southfield, and Madison Heights, MI	Metro Detroit Ballroom Metro Detroit, West Bloomfield, Southfield, and Madison Heights, MI 48324
Looking for a new hobby, getting married, or a new way to exercise? We provide a unique dance experience that is friendly, fun, and affordable. Our certified instructors offer dance and Zumba lessons throughout Metro Detroit.... More Info >>

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