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Welcome to Arthur Murray Saint Paul!As the largest ballroom dance organization in the world Arthur Murray Dance Studios have been teaching the world to dance for almost a century. As the world's leading ballroom dance resource nobody makes learning to dance easier than Arthur Murray. Our certified dance instructors will introduce you to today’s most popular dances so you can feel comfortable on any dance floor and with any dance partner. |
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Today's Classes 4:15pm Bronze - Rumba 8:15pm Newcomer - Salsa 8:15pm Associate Bronze - Cha Cha 8:15 Full Bronze - Tango
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| Dance Sport — Dance Sport is an exciting two or three day competition event that brings students together from many Arthur Murray studios to compete, at their level, in dances of their choice. |
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Ballroom Dance Category:American Smooth, International Standard Waltz HistoryConsidered the mother of present day dances, the Waltz began in southern Germany in the seventeenth century. The popularity of the Waltz grew with the music of Johann Strauss and eventually blossomed in the 20th century. It is the basis for many dances and is popular today all over the world. Waltz CharacteristicsThe basic components of the Waltz are the walking steps and side steps. Rise and Fall and Body Sway are some of the styling characteristics which make the simplest Waltz patterns elegant and beautiful. Waltz songs and artists include:
Want to learn more about the Waltz? Fill out our online form to arrange a free introductory dance lesson with a certified Arthur Murray dance instructor. |
- Arthur Murray Basic Program
- Arthur Murray Associate Bronze Program
- Arthur Murray Full Bronze Program
- Arthur Murray Silver Program
- Arthur Murray Gold Program
The Arthur Murray Basic Program assists in the development of the most important ballroom dance moves that you can use immediately on the dance floor. Emphasis is placed on three important elements of dancing; (1) foot position (2) rhythm and timing (3) leading or following with enough variety to keep your learning experience interesting.
The Arthur Murray Associate Bronze Program is the most popular ballroom dance program Arthur Murray has to offer. It is perfect for those individuals wanting to get on the dance floor quickly and confidently. This program helps the basic dancer develop more confident movement around the dance floor while expanding one's ballroom dancing knowledge, technique and footwork. Associate Bronze dancers also begin to develop an understanding of a dance's characteristics and begin to more effectively use styling in their dancing.
The Arthur Murray Full Bronze dance program is the most complete social ballroom dance program taught by the Arthur Murray Dance Studios. It's designed to develop appropriate timing and techniques in all the student's favorite social dances. The enhanced styling this program offers makes one look and feel more comfortable on the dance floor and strengthens both leading and following regardless of one's partner, the music being played or the type of dance floor. Bronze dancers have all the confidence anyone would need on the floor because they have reached the most entertaining level of ballroom dancing. Dancing techniques at this level will be yours to keep for the rest of your dancing adventure.
The Arthur Murray Silver Program is the beginning of the professional ballroom dance standard where the dancer begins to embrace the refinements of styling and the precision of technique. More elaborate movements ensure the Silver dancer will stand out on any dance floor. Continuity of movement enables a couple to glide across the dance floor with natural fluid directional changes and seamless transition. Style, technique, balance and control take on an entirely new meaning for the Silver dancer.
The Arthur Murray Gold Program is the ideal for the dancer interested in ballroom dance performances, exhibitions and competitions. The intricate patterns learned at the gold level are generally only to be used when both partners are proficient. Choreography, styling, technique and showmanship become necessities at this level. This material is generally not used on a crowded dance floor due to the flowing patterns and expansive shaping. There is a lot of work involved in this program, but this is where one becomes truly an outstanding dancer, able to excel in any dance.
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