Fitness, ‘Feetness’ and Other Ballroom Dance News

Here are a few items from the world of ballroom dancing that popped up on our radar screen recently:

Medical proof that doing salsa and other ballroom dances is really, really healthy.
. . . But all that fitness can be tough for your ‘feetness.’ Here are some tips to keep you on your toes.
Ballroom dancing is so popular, even (nude) bodybuilders are doing it.
Are you a fan of So You Think You Can Dance? Read about the show’s positive vibe, and learn some unusual facts about the top 20 dancers.

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‘Masquerade’ Spring Showcase

Inspired by the mysteries of the masquerade, Dance Station's Spring Showcase featured exotic masks and great dancing by students and instructors. From well-rehearsed solo routines to syllabus-based freestyles, the April 29 Showcase offered something for everyone. To view these as a slideshow, click here. To see more photos, simply refresh the page. Photos by Doug McClellan.
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N.M. Dance Challenge

Dance Station was well represented at the inaugural New Mexico Dance Challenge in Albuquerque on March 23-24. Congratulations to all of the Dance Station students who competed, and thanks to everyone from the studio who came down to watch. Refresh the page to see more photos. Photos by Doug McClellan.