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Even if you have done a great many different videos, or the same one a hundred times, you still aren't going to be able to dance to a very high standard.I have taking lesson for 15 years or more,I have been to classes where the teacher was new and did not really know the names of the dances or the turns they was trying teach things that they didn't even know,dancing should be fun you shouldn`t be under stress when you attendanted a dance lesson.

This is mainly because no-one is correcting your moves. You are just doing whatever you think are the right moves.By going to a dance lesson, your teacher can see you do the steps and can correct you whenever necessary.

I love dancing I love the music the people it`s lots of fun I have made friends with people that if I wasn`t dancing wouldn`t have meet them,I am a member of the Greatlakes swing I was the President of the Flint Ball roomers asso. I introduce Ballroom dance to the Black community in Michigan.I started a Tango group in my area and Open my onw Dance Studio called Dance Masters.This is vital if you are ever going to dance well and also helps you avoid injury.

The teacher can monitor your progress. And you can gauge your improvement in relation to the rest of the class.You can find a lot of support in a class that you just won’t get alone at home.From that support, you’ll also find the dedication to stick at it and not just give in when confronted with a difficult move.

And it's great fun to be in a good dance class.You'll get a tremendous sense of achievement that even the best dance video can't give you.

But, choose wisely.Great dance classes can be a joy. And badly taught ones can be a misery.So carefully read through the other sections to get a full picture of what your dance class should be like.When you choose dance classes don't go where there is alot of students in the class you need to get special attention from your teacher you can get frustrated when others are learning faster than you.

Making Contact

When making contact with a dance studio or teacher for the first time, just use your common sense.What kind of feeling or encouragement do you get when you speak to them?They should make you feel that you can dance, and theirs is the class in which to realize that ambition.If it's negative in any way - keep looking for another class.

Perhaps that's a little harsh, but there's no excuse for a dance studio or teacher not making their best effort towards you.If they are off-putting or rude, how much care do you think they will take of you in their class? Not much, probably.Of course if you have the time, money and confidence, the best thing to do is always try out the class before forming your final opinion. But it would be unusual to find an excellent, well taught class hiding behind a rude exterior.

So, anyone who won't answer your questions on the phone or who can't provide informative written literature should be avoided.Although do forgive them if they just want to encourage you to come to a class and try it for yourself.But don't forgive them if they won't tell you what to wear and can't give a general overview of the class.

Read the studio literature if they provide any, or their website if they have one.Call and speak to the teacher and if you only ask one question, make sure that it's "What do I need to do to participate in your class and get the most out of it?"This should prompt a good teacher to talk you through what you should wear, when you should attend, what you can expect and so on.

But if you have the opportunity to find out more before you join, and you'd like some extra information, here are the things you should be thinking about.

What To Wear

You'll need details of what to wear. If you get the standard reply "Whatever you feel comfortable in", then either read the clothing pages on this site under each individual dance style, or ask the studio / teacher for more detail.Get a very clear idea of what, if any shoes.If you are to learn in a club rather than in a studio, does the club have a dress code?

A word to the wise:- if you are buying or choosing dancewear, it might be worth avoiding Grey Marl. It is such a popular material / color for workout wear that there is a lot of it about. And when you first put it on, it'll probably look sensational. But beware! It shows up sweat marks like no other fabric. And your sweat marks are probably going to be in places that you'd prefer the eye not to be drawn to... It just doesn't look good, so stick to other colors.

There are some dances for which fairly elaborate costumes are worn, even in basic classes, for example Egyptian (Belly) Dancing. But there are very few good teachers who will expect you to turn up fully kitted out at your first lesson. And generally, it is the teacher who is the best person to provide the clothing or recommend the places to get it.

So don't be too concerned on your first lesson.Just as long as you get a clear picture of what to wear for your first class, usually any additional clothing items can be acquired as you progress through a number of lessons.

Levels

You should establish which level is right for you.You can see things on a studio timetable named 'Beginners' 'Absolute Beginners' 'General' and 'All'.'General' and 'All' seem to imply just that, but some classes advertised at this level have turned out to be quite complex and unsuitable for a complete beginner.

Make sure you go to the right class. If you can, perhaps watch before you go. See the section on Watching classes.

Don't assume that if you danced to a certain level many years ago, that you can automatically start dancing again at that level.It is far more preferable that you start by taking dance classes that are for absolute beginners or are at least a couple of levels down from where you used to be, in order for your body to reacquaint itself with the dance.Your muscles may be stiff and your fitness levels not what they used to be. You can always progress quicker if you wish, once you've got your rhythm back.

Class Sizes

Knowing how many are in the class can be really useful.Some studio literature boldly states that their dance classes attract huge numbers of pupils. Do not take this at face value.

We have hardly ever seen a studio that routinely fills each and every class at the capacity they claim to. Mostly their literature is just a brave stab at displaying how popular they are. And who can blame them? They are in business, after all.

But it can be misleading to the newbie, who sees that each class is advertised as containing 25 to 50 pupils and believes that it will be possible to 'blend into' such large numbers. It's only when they turn up they discover there's only eight in the class, meaning each of the pupils comes under a lot of individual scrutiny from the teacher.

But likewise, some studios may tell you that there is a small number of pupils in a class, only for you to turn up and find a huge crowd.If it was your intention to lose yourself in the crowd, great. But if you were looking for a quiet class in which you could make excellent progress, one with 50 pupils isn’t going to be it.

So it is always worth asking the desk staff for up to date details on class attendance.

Huge overcrowded dance classes versus tiny classes

Which is better when learning for the first time?

You can 'lose' yourself in a huge class and therefore your mistakes won't be as visible.You'll have loads of other people to watch and follow and compare with.And going to a few of these classes can really boost your confidence.It'll get you in the mood and familiar with the dance in the broad sense.You can also get used to the routine of going to the class and there will probably be one or more people that you can chat to about their dance experiences.

Clearly the drawback of these classes is that you get little or no individual attention - the teacher isn't going to be able to study everyone's moves in any detail and you'll find it hard to progress without feedback and specific encouragement and support.

Also, you must be able to have a clear view of the teacher and what they are demonstrating.If you can't see their feet, for example, chances are you'll execute the moves incorrectly and this can lead to some dazzling injuries.

Be particularly mindful of large Ballet classes - you must be able to access adequate room on the barre in order to do the exercises properly.Being crushed up against the person in front and behind is no use for these moves. See the Ballet Steps section for more information.

However, generally speaking, large lessons are great for getting in the swing of things.

The advantage of a small class is that you get the individual attention that you'll need in order to fully master and progress at your chosen dance.A good teacher will gently correct your technique and encourage you personally.You'll always have an excellent view of the teacher's whole body so you can accurately copy the movements they are demonstrating.And you'll have space to move around - a bonus that cannot be underestimated in dance.

Although it must be said that a fairly empty Salsa class can be a negative. Salsa moves should always be kept small - this is how they are intended to be danced and this also translates well to dancing in a packed Salsa club.

But for most other dances it is great to be able to fling yourself about a bit.The down side of a small dance class with only a few pupils is that you may initially not like the glare of such individual attention - beneficial though it may be.

The Other Pupils

How long have the class been dancing together?It may be useful to establish whether you are joining a long-running class where everybody will know each other, or a brand new class where everyone will be new.

Of course if it is a drop in class there'll be a variety of people - some who will have been several times before, once before or never.

So perhaps the best question on this subject to ask is, will there be any other new pupils?

Content

You may also want to ask about the content of a class.Some teachers routinely demonstrate a few steps or moves towards the end of a class, and then split the class up into very small groups (of perhaps only two or three pupils) and ask the groups to individually dance the routine.This instantly turns a class into a performance.

You'll either learn quickly and be hungry for more, or it'll make you feel embarrassed and self-conscious.We believe that this technique is one of the prime reasons that pupils fail to return to a second class.Beginners just don't want to feel this level of scrutiny.

**Note from Suzanne** "I’ve heard all the reasons from teachers for doing this, and not one of them is good enough to risk losing your pupils over.Here are my answers to some of the most common.

"The studio isn't big enough to do travelling steps in with the whole class at once".Tough that's your problem, not your pupil's. Travelling steps can be choreographed to be small or done on the spot. Or don't overstuff your class.

"I want to see individuals dancing to be able to give them proper feedback on their technique".Then walk amongst them, don't expect to see everything from your perch at the front of the studio.

"Dance is for performance, that's what it's all about and this way the pupils get a taste of that".Give them a break. They are not performers, they are beginners and deserve to be encouraged gently and creatively, not learn by fear of embarrassment. Get your advanced pupils to 'perform'."

Knowing that this goes on, there is no harm in asking if a teacher splits the class. If dancing moves while your fellow pupils watch does not appeal to you, it's worth knowing whether this will make up part of the class.

Paying

A great many dance instruction courses ask for payment up front. You pay in advance for multiple lessons.If you have been able to get all the information you want out of a teacher or studio, either by speaking to them or reading their literature, then paying like this shouldn't be a problem.

And, of course, this site can help prepare you as much as possible in advance.Don't forget that one of the great advantages of a block booked course of classes is that, chances are, you will be among fellow newbies.They are probably all going to be in the same position as you.

But, if the information is limited AND you are expected to pay up front for a block of sessions - avoid.

With all that in mind, it is time to select the dance of your dreams and find out exactly what it'll be like to learn it...

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Dance classes is where you go to learn some people learn faster than others.I have taken lesson with some people years ago and they are still doing the same dance steps 10 years ago,I think we some time we play it safe and don't take a risk and try something else,We say this was hard enough I don't want to go through this again and thats where we stop grow and settle for what we have.

FOR ARGENTINE TANGO WAS AND STILL IS THE HARDEST DANCE TO MASTER FOR ME.Learning new dances can be a challenging to newer people,they see other people dancing so will and get frustrated and give,not knowing that they may practice more at home and are real serious about learning.

Dance Classes should be fun and the class and the lessons should be worth what you paid for.Learn to Salsa,Argentine tango,Chicago step.

There are many dance classes the Popularity of Dancing with the stars has made more people interested in taking dance lessons my studio is full all the time I have no opening until July.

SOME OF THE LESSONS i HAVE LEARN ARE SALSA,TANGO,CLUB 2 STEP,AND SWING.

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