Is Anyone Taking Dance Lessons???

cocoa Posted: Jan 26, 2004 10:26 PM

Is Anyone Taking Dance Lessons???

We would love to take dance lessons, but are broke. Is anyone else doing them? Any tips or suggestions?

peabody Posted: Jan 26, 2004 11:08 PM

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WE are planning too, but I haven't done any research yet. Too busy with the HM planning. Once I get there, I will post the info.

ChristineC68 Posted: Jan 26, 2004 11:12 PM

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Look into community colleges and HS with continuing ed programs for less expensive alternatives to Arthur Murray and the like.

oakslady Posted: Jan 27, 2004 04:23 AM

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we absolutely need to do this - fh i love him to death but the man has absolutely no rhythm at all - and needs serious help - heee heee
i figured this as much as a necessity as the music and hall - it was in my top 5 things to do - still trying to fond a place that isnt wayy expensive but yeah i think it is pretty important

OctGroom Posted: Jan 27, 2004 07:50 AM

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I would rather just practice in the kitchen but I know FW.. I better have some moves!.. LOL So I'm sure we'll try dance lessons. Unless of course she forgets.. and I'm not reminding her about this one! heehee

julz33 Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:04 AM

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We are probably going to take dancing lessons at Smithtown Highschool. It is going to be on Thursday nights. Here is the link but the spring brochure isn't up yet. They said it should be up this week!
http://saearthurhouse.homestead.com/adultcontinuinged2.html

NYCHICK Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:09 AM

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Someone posted about this yesterday. I spoke to Fh about it and he said it sounds great. we are going to use Dance New York.
http://www.dancenewyork.com/weddings.htm

SReidy Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:10 AM

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We saw something at the Learning Annex (in Manhattan- b/c we live in Queens). It's a 3 day thing for 2 hours each time. That's about all my FH can stand I'm sure!!! Here's the info...

$119.99 per couple
***FOR TWO PEOPLE*** MEETS 3X: FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21.

Partner dancing is in these days, and this class will teach you the turns and spins to all the hottest partner dances! In three weeks, you'll learn the foundation steps of three dances: the waltz, the fox-trot and the tango.

You'll discover how easy it is to lead (or follow) your partner, and you'll begin to feel more comfortable on the dance floor. Instead of hanging back when the band starts to play, you'll be ready to ask that attractive stranger, 'Would you like to dance?' Why stand on the sidelines when you can learn to glide across the floor with the best of ‘em? Call today; space is limited. Partners are not required.

Dance New York is Manhattan's premier ballroom and Latin dance studio, with the city's top instructors and largest dance floor.

halloweenbride04 Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:12 AM

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I don't know where you live but we're in the Middle Country School district and we're taking them through the continuing education program. It's 8 weeks, one night a week and it is $55.

I'd check out your local school district continuing ed.

shelly3950 Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:18 AM

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We are! from Rena,formerly of Dansport in NYC!! My FMIL is a competitive dancer- so I want to be able to keep up!

NYCHICK Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:19 AM

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Posted by SReidy

We saw something at the Learning Annex (in Manhattan- b/c we live in Queens). It's a 3 day thing for 2 hours each time. That's about all my FH can stand I'm sure!!! Here's the info...

$119.99 per couple
***FOR TWO PEOPLE*** MEETS 3X: FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21.

Partner dancing is in these days, and this class will teach you the turns and spins to all the hottest partner dances! In three weeks, you'll learn the foundation steps of three dances: the waltz, the fox-trot and the tango.

You'll discover how easy it is to lead (or follow) your partner, and you'll begin to feel more comfortable on the dance floor. Instead of hanging back when the band starts to play, you'll be ready to ask that attractive stranger, 'Would you like to dance?' Why stand on the sidelines when you can learn to glide across the floor with the best of ‘em? Call today; space is limited. Partners are not required.

Dance New York is Manhattan's premier ballroom and Latin dance studio, with the city's top instructors and largest dance floor.

Are we talking about the same dance company? The price on the website is much higher than that. That sounds great. Where would I check that out?

drewsgirl Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:31 AM

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We are!! Im gonna use this lady that my friend and her now husband used - she is based in Massapequa.

xjulietx Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:33 AM

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We're taking lessons at Arthur Murray and FH LOVES it! It is so much fun and a great way to relieve stress after a busy week.

SReidy Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:35 AM

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www.learningannex.com

Type in Ballroom Dancing in the search engine on the top righthand side of the page once you're on their homepage. Yeah, I thought it was much cheaper too!!

AliKing Posted: Jan 27, 2004 09:39 AM

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We didnt but I wish we had! I say go for it!

september2004 Posted: Jan 27, 2004 10:25 AM

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Posted by NYCHICK

Someone posted about this yesterday. I spoke to Fh about it and he said it sounds great. we are going to use Dance New York.
http://www.dancenewyork.com/weddings.htm

it was me

i am in the process of researching our options in manhattan (www.dancenewyork.com looks good) as we live in new jersey. i will keep you posted with my findings...

it does sound like lots of fun and i am happy that my FH is a willing participant and i won't have to drag him kicking and screaming...

NYCHICK Posted: Jan 27, 2004 11:03 AM

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Thank You

wc0143 Posted: Jan 27, 2004 11:05 AM

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We did the adult ed route and it was $45 couple for five 1hr sessions (although we only made it to two of them!).

nferrandi Posted: Jan 27, 2004 11:12 AM

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We actually lucked out on this one. My friend's husband owns and Arthur Murray Dance Studio, so they gave us a gift certificate for 6 free private lessons. We haven't started taking them yet, probably over the summer.

wenndypoo Posted: Jan 27, 2004 11:52 AM

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We are! We've taken a couple lessons already, it's alot of fun (although FH may feel differently about that)! Neither one of us can dance, and I didn't want to be standing there, swaying back and forth like junior prom!

We are going to Remember When Studios in St. James. They've been great so far! Patient, helpful, and they make it fun. The introductory lesson was free, and then it's $55/hour. There is no contract or package to buy like with some other places, so you just pay as you go.

If you can, I'd say go for it. Besides being lots of fun, I think it looks so nice and so elegant.