Category Archives: Programs & Promotions

The Dance Lesson Escape Plan for Busy Parents

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California After a 72 hour marathon fever, dozens of diaper changes, and frequent use of teething crackers as a snack item – you need to do something that feels adult, and human. … Continue reading

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The Day After Your Dance Event

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California Imagine, if you will, you’re a part of a team that makes a scientific breakthrough.  Everyone celebrates, you throw a big party… and go on vacation. Is there a danger in … Continue reading

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25 Signs of Dancing Progress

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California Has anyone ever given you a compliment… and you thought it was a trick? Words and phrases like “good job”, “that was better”, and “we did it” only cause your inner … Continue reading

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Five Reasons why Kids Should Take Ballroom Dance Lessons

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California No one ever says, “I’m so glad I waited until I was older to start taking dance lessons!”.  The common refrain includes some type of wish for a parent who was … Continue reading

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Do you Recognize the Eight Early Warning Signs of a Dance Disaster

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California *ALARM* “Shutting down logical brain function.”   “Pumping blood to extremities.  Commence fight or flight recovery efforts.” “Glaze the eyes, cue the sweat… we have reached critical mass.” Dance Disasters:  They are … Continue reading

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25 Things you Should Never Say to your Dance Teacher

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California They’ve heard it.  Don’t worry. The concerns, the feedback, the knawing, vein popping, nerve shattering problem, don’t worry… it’s all good. There are plenty of things you can say to your … Continue reading

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What is the Arthur Murray Festival

Article provided by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California   Your local Arthur Murray Dance Studio decorated from top to bottom and your teacher dressed as a Star Wars character.  This is a typical Friday during the Arthur Murray Festival. … Continue reading

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Showcase Survival Tips

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California Showcase is coming up and I am so excited! I love this event because I get to watch our local students perform and watch their progress since the last showcase. Here … Continue reading

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A Poem For Everyone With Two Left Feet

Article written by Chris Lynam of Arthur Murray California Having two left feet Is more normal than not We have great teachers that fix this and they fix it a lot. —————————————– They use moves that you use and are … Continue reading

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5 Reasons Why Kids Should Take Ballroom Dance Lessons

  Author: Chris Lynam No one ever says, “I’m so glad I waited until I was older to start taking dance lessons!”.  The common refrain includes some type of wish for a parent who was a bigger supporter of the … Continue reading

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