A Year In Ballroom: Inspiration, Gratitude and WTF??!!
This time of year, I always find myself reflecting on the past year. What inspired me? What am I grateful for? What do I...
Dance Shoes – Care and Maintenance
Who would like to save up to $200 every 6 months? Because if you dance frequently, that’s about as long as it takes for...
The Power Of Your Competitive Number
Sometimes dancers are under the impression that judges will remember who they are. Don't get me wrong, judges do remember certain individuals, especially, if...
What Can I Do As A Pro-Am Dancer?
There is a lack of information about what one can do as a Pro-Am competitor. Mostly, because there are so many things you can...
Pro-Am Dancing Down – Truth AND Damage
I love DanceSport. That is why I am so deeply troubled by the things that may slowly kill it. Just to be clear, I...
5 Cures for 5 Dance Weaknesses in 5 Types of Ballroom...
Let’s face it. Even strong dancers have weaknesses and even dedicated dancers have some lazy slips. We have all heard that it is great...
10 Tips When TRAVELING For A Competition
It's time! You're packed and ready step out of the house and head out to your dance competition. If you didn't yet, be sure...
6 Harsh Truths On Competitive Dancing
There are, of course, numerous reasons why dancers attend ballroom dance competitions. But, I’d like to touch base on a few harsh truths I...
Are You Born to Ballroom Dance?
Even if you’ve never stepped on a ballroom floor in your life, there may be signs that ballroom dancing is what you’re just meant...
The 6 Types of Dance Lessons You Will Have
The same could be said for the kind of practice sessions you will have, but here's the type of lessons we all have sometimes,...