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NOTE TO NEW DANCERS
My
10 IMPORTANT RULES
to
remember about learning to Line Dance:
1. Smile,
relax and have fun.
2. Be
patient. You would be one in a
million if you stepped on the dance floor and did everything perfectly.
3. Practice.
If you really want to get into line dancing you must practice and
don’t give up. Get out on the floor
and keep trying.
4. Come
often. If you really want to become
a proficient line dancer you need to dance at least twice a week.
5. Ask
questions. Ask for a step or
sequence to be repeated if you don’t get it.
The speed and detail in which I teach, depends on the average ability
of the students.
6. Attend
Dance Parties. The best way to enjoy
and remember line dances is to attend our monthly Line Dance Parties.
7. As
a beginner, don’t let the “styling” of more advanced dancers confuse you.
8. Stay
in straight lines. Line dancing
looks confusing and messy if it isn’t danced in lines.
9. Keep
your steps small and movements somewhat reserved.
Especially if the dance floor is crowed.
10. Dance
as if no one is watching!
DANCE FOR THE HEALTH OF IT!
I want to
remind everyone that there is a very important health aspect to LINE
DANCING. It has been proven that
regular exercise can improve the quality of life, reduce stress and even
become a healing factor. Dancing is
a wonderful and enjoyable source of exercise and can improve muscle
strength, flexibility and coordination while giving you a great aerobic
workout.
Mental
benefits of line dancing are now starting to come forward.
I have students coming up to me all the time with stories of how line
dancing has helped them cope with life’s everyday pressures.
Believe me when you are on the dance floor or taking a dance lesson,
you can’t think of anything else.
You are too busy concentrating on your foot work and remembering the step
sequence.
Memorization is another plus for mental good health.
Studies have shown that people who move their bodies by performing
some type of memorized routine, have good longevity and a reduced risk of
developing Alzheimer’s disease.
The
bottom line is this … emotionally and physically, dancing is one of the best
activities for both fun and good health.
So get up off that couch and sign up for a line dance class.
You can improve the quality of your health.
From kids
to grandparents … age is not a limiting factor with Line Dancing.
It’s a FUN AND HEALTHY THING TO DO FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
FRQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Q
- Can you teach me to line dance,
even if I have two left feet?
A
- Yes, if you have the “will”
you will be able to learn any type of dancing.
The key is NOT to give up, everyone learns at a different pace.
Some people simply need more time, review and practice.
Don’t be hard on yourself.
Relax, have fun and laugh at your mistakes.
Q
- Do real men dance?
A
- Absolutely!
Women love men who can dance.
With the popularity of the TV show “Dancing With The Star”, men are finally
getting the message.
BE A WINNER …. LINE DANCE! |
