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The anatomy of a dance from start to finish

5th July 2018

Anatomy of a dance - What about dance

When we social dance, we give ourselves over to the dance. Sometimes to the partner as well.  But to the music, the space, the feel of the dance.  It can feel like a dream.  But even if it’s not that perfect dance, the dance can often be broken down in a similar way. It feels…

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Tagged: partner dancing, science of dance, social dance

When is a dance freestyle not just a freestyle

22nd May 2018

dance freestyles - what about dance

When I first started social dancing, salsa in my case, I was oblivious to the idea of a dance freestyle night. I went along for a class night which was held in a dance studio and when the two classes beginner and intermediate finished there was no dancing afterwards. Everyone just headed off to the…

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How dances change with the same people

9th May 2018

How dances change - What about dance

Dance is about movement. For modern jive like any partner dance, that movement is of individuals in a partnership, and hopefully a great connection with our partner. But even outside the movement of the dancers, the experience of dance isn’t static. The dance experience changes every time we dance and that makes it more exciting…

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Tagged: experience, modern jive, partners

Broadening musical tastes in modern jive

18th April 2018

broadening music tastes - what about dance

One of the great things about modern jive is the music. Because it can be danced to any music – from golden oldie to contemporary pop, from dance to latin. While main room music tends to stick to a similar 4 count beat, within a tempo range, more and more modern jive organisations offer specialist…

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Tagged: blues, music, SILC

How to look good on the dance floor (it’s not just about clothes)

13th March 2018

look good on the dance floor - what about dance

When you’re watching someone on the dance floor what are your thoughts? Assuming they’re not falling over or making huge over the top movement that you can’t fail to see. Mostly you watch people dance because they’ve got a spark, something that makes you notice them. It could be what they’re wearing. It could be…

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Tagged: ceroc, dance tips, modern jive

What makes modern jive such a social dance?

27th February 2018

Modern jive social dancing - What about dance

Harking back to the days of our grandparents and earlier, a social dance was where you went on dates and met friends. It was a huge social occasion, largely based on social ballroom style. There were dance halls in most towns and cities, compared with recent years where there’s few dance venues left. However my…

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When are you ready for modern jive freestyles?

19th February 2018

Moving up to freestyles - What about dance

When you start social dancing you might not know about modern jive freestyles. You might just be looking to learn how to dance. Maybe learn to dance for your wedding. Or you’ve been dragged along by a friend or partner under duress. But even after one modern jive beginners class you’re encouraged to get on…

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Tagged: freestyles, modern jive

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