Tag Archives: Karen Collazo

Karen’s Dance Tip – The Left Side

August 11, 2009 – 3:30 am

In the Ballroom dances we spend a lot of time and energy developing our dance position, especially the leftward poise.  This is an important aspect of the ballroom because it supports what we refer to as the opposition of spines and this helps create better movement and rotation.  What we want to remember about the leftward poise is that [...]

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Ken Duerre Farewell Performance

July 13, 2009 – 4:46 pm

Dance Station staff and students wished  a fond farewell to student Ken Duerre and his wife Susan Hazen-Hammond at a party in their honor on Thursday, July 9th.  There was a great turnout of well wishers and dancers to see Ken in his farewell performance as the Godfather in his Waltz with Karen and the performance [...]

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From Elegant Ballroom to Earthy Salsa, Workshop Week Returns!

June 15, 2009 – 12:30 am

It’s back! By popular demand, Dance Station is bringing back Workshop Week — five days of fun, one-time workshops. There’s a workshop for everyone, from beginning to advanced dancers, and in styles ranging from elegant ballroom to earthy salsa. This is a great opportunity to try something new, or push yourself to the next level [...]

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Karen’s Dance Tip – Shoes, Shoes, Shoes

May 12, 2009 – 1:38 am

Using the right equipment is important in any sport or hobby, and dancing is no exception. At Dance Station we have a wonderful floor, so all we need is the right pair of shoes. First of all, dance shoes do make a difference. They are designed for dancing and will give you a better awareness [...]

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Karen’s Tip — It’s a Dance, Not a Demolition Derby

March 24, 2009 – 1:00 am

Navigating a crowded dance floor with no collisions is a skill that leaders and followers both should learn. Leaders, look over your shoulder before moving backward and, just like driving a car, try to anticipate what the other couple might do next. Use quick-moving steps to bypass traffic jams and squeeze through small openings. Lead [...]

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Dance Station Spreads Dancing Love on Valentine’s Day

February 16, 2009 – 3:10 am

Dance Station staff and students enjoyed a special Valentine’s treat Saturday at The Santa Fe Community Convention Center as they took part in “Let’s Dance! – It Does a Heart Good” fundraiser.  The event, which was a great success and enjoyed a huge turnout, raised money for the Santa Fe Community Orchestra and was largely [...]

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