R&J Ballroom

Rachel, keeping the class entertained as always!

One really cool part about our classes is that they are designed for EVERYONE!

A brand new dance student who has never taken a step on the dance floor...

The dancer who has never had formal training but is the first to hit the floor when their song comes on...

The individual who is looking for something fun to do and a supportive community to do it with...

The dancer dreaming of performing or wearing that medal around their neck...

Whatever your dance wishes are, we think the key is having people around you who nurture that interest and are always there to support you.

Here at R&J Ballroom, we have that by the buttload! 😁

Join us on the dancefloor and nurture your inner child!! 💃🕺

Group classes are a great place for beginners to learn.

But that doesn't mean they're *only* for beginners.

As dancers improve, group classes can still be a great place to learn new material, strengthen familiar patterns, work on timing and partnering, and get more comfortable actually dancing with what you know.

And here's something experienced dancers figure out pretty quickly:

**You can almost always get better at something you've already learned.**

The pattern might be familiar, but your timing, technique, connection, lead, follow, or overall understanding can continue to improve.

There's a reason good dancers keep going back to class.

Learning the steps is only the beginning. 😄

❌ **MYTH BUSTED.**

❤️ **Better Together**

Have you ever wished you and your significant other had something you could do together?

Something that's *yours*.

That's actually one of the reasons many couples first walk through our doors.

One of our students recently shared this about why she and her husband started dancing:

*"We started because we wanted to have something we do together. Life is crazy and we needed to intentionally connect. This has been great for that."*

And we love that reason.

Dance lessons give you more than somewhere to go together. You're learning something together. You're figuring things out together. You're laughing at the mistakes, celebrating when something finally clicks, and building a skill you can actually enjoy together outside of the studio.

Sometimes learning to dance starts with something as simple as...

**"We need something that's ours."** ❤️

Pick One 👇

You're learning how to dance.

Would you rather...

🎶 Dance to today's music

OR

📻 Dance to the classics?

A or B?

One More Reason to Dance… 💃🕺

It’s a fun way to stay active!

Exercise doesn’t always have to feel like exercise. Dancing gets you moving, challenges your body, and keeps you active—all while you’re learning, laughing, and enjoying the music.

When movement is something you actually look forward to, it becomes much easier to keep showing up.

Ready to add a little more movement—and a lot more fun—to your week?

Come dance with us at R&J Ballroom!

🔥 MEET THE DANCES: CHA-CHA

Playful, energetic, and just a little cheeky, Cha-Cha is a dance that knows how to have fun!

Its signature “cha-cha-cha” action gives the dance its recognizable look and lively personality. While Cha-Cha has strong Latin roots, it can be danced to plenty of familiar pop and contemporary music, making it a fun and useful addition to your social dancing.

Want to meet Cha-Cha for yourself?

Our Cha-Cha class meets Wednesdays at 6:15 PM, and you can join us at any time! Each class is designed so you can jump in and learn, even if you weren’t with us the week before. No previous dance experience or partner is required.

Learn more about the class and register here:

👉 https://startdancing.org/online-shop/ols/products/cha-cha-sep

Want to learn about all the different partner dances?! Check out our FULL list here:

👉 https://startdancing.org/talk-ballroom-blog/f/a-list-of-the-different-ballroom-dances

**Behind the Scenes: Why Our Instructors Walk Around During Group Classes**

If you've been in one of our group classes, you've probably noticed that our instructors don't always stay at the front of the room.

Once we've introduced the material, we like to get out on the floor and work with you.

There's a reason for that.

Everyone in a group class may be learning the same material, but that doesn't mean everyone needs the same help.

One person may be working through the foot placement. Someone else may have a question about timing. Another dancer may be ready to focus on their lead or follow, while someone who's taken the class before may be working on an entirely different pattern.

Walking around gives us an opportunity to see what *you* are doing and help with what *you* need in that moment.

It also gives you a chance to ask questions that may not apply to the entire room.

Group classes are group learning—but we never want that to mean you're just another person standing in the group.

And that's why our instructors get out on the floor and work with students individually during group classes. 💃🕺

Pick One 👇

You have one hour to dance.

Would you rather...

💃 Spend the whole hour on your favorite dance

OR

🎶 Dance a little bit of everything?

A or B?

💡 R&J Dance Tip
**Give Your Partner Time to Respond**

Partner dancing isn't supposed to be a race to the next step.

Leaders, communicate what you want and then be patient. Give your partner time to receive the information and respond to it.

Followers often feel like they're "under the gun" to react quickly or risk being behind. That pressure can actually encourage them to anticipate instead of waiting to feel the lead.

Followers, give yourself permission to wait. Don't move simply because you recognize what you think is coming next. Instead of letting your eyes tell you what to do, practice listening through the connection. Let what you feel from your partner guide your response.

Leaders communicate.
Followers listen and respond.
And both partners give that process time to happen.

That's where lead and follow really starts to feel like a partnership.