For those who love to dance but would like to try something a little more challenging, there is always ice dance. This is a form of figure skating that also incorporates some of the rules and moves of ballroom dancing into the mix for a little bit of an added challenge and a few more restrictions when it comes to moves and creative license than traditional figure skating allows.  Ice dance also requires music that has a definitive beat or style of rhythm, which offers a few more...

Around the globe, couples celebrate their unions with a wedding dance of some sort. Most religions, with the exception of those who still frown upon dancing, have some sort of wedding dance that is a part of this joyous event or the celebration of this event. This is much more than a simple dance. It is the dance that will begin your life as husband and wife. For this reason alone, many couples spend a great deal of time and effort choosing the perfect song to symbolize their love for each....

While few people understand the true origins of Jazz as a music form, fewer people still understand the origins of jazz as a style of dance. Jazz is very much a fatherless child. More than that, however, jazz as music and dance seem to have many mothers despite the fact that they have no father. By this, I mean that there are many influences to this colorful form of music and dance though no one influence is notable enough in the new creation to be considered the 'father' or 'mother' for that...

For those who are interested in dance classes, ballet lessons in particular, there are many options from which to choose. In most areas, you will find ballet lessons that are available to students of all ages as well as a wide range of experience levels. Beginning adults are not uncommon today as more and more people discover the fitness benefits of incorporating dance, such as ballet into their fitness routine. For children, ballet dance lessons often begin quite early sometimes as early as...

Oriental Dance, also known as belly dancing is one of, if not the most sensual styles of dance. It is also one of the most beneficial forms of dance there healthwise. In addition to the great calorie-burning effect of belly dancing, there are other health benefits that this form of dance has become famous for over the centuries.  Belly dance has a long and proud history dating back to the dawn of civilization. This style of dance has in its history been used as both an act of worship and...

We all have things in life we love to do. Some of these things we love more than others. Dancing is something that many of us, as we age, forget to make the time to enjoy. However, dancing is one of those simple pleasures in life that can also remind us to smile, to play, to spin around until we get dizzy, and most importantly to enjoy the simplicity of having fun without the worry of work, family, or finances getting in the way. It costs very little in most homes to simply turn the radio on,...

Throughout the history of the world, dance has played a vital role in some of the most important and life-altering celebrations and ceremonies that have existed. Battles have been fought and won immediately following weapons dances, and Kingdoms have been one and lost and celebrated with dances. Kings and Monarchs have been crowned and then celebrated with dances, and marriages have been consummated with dances of another kind. Dance has always been at the center of important events until...

If you've ever been to a wedding or prom in uncomfortable shoes you know the importance of this process. You absolutely must select comfortable shoes if you plan to be dancing for a long period of time. Having those gorgeous knock-me-dead heels is all well and good for the picture portion of your evening but when you're dancing you will want to be wearing shoes that you can actually move around in without wanting to cry. Besides who really wants to risk a mascara river for the after-prom...

There are many ways in which a person can learn to dance if he or she is of the mind to do so. The problem is that many people shy away from learning to dance, despite a sincere desire to do just that out of fear of being seen in the learning process. This is such a sad reason to avoid bringing the joy of dance into your life and one that can be so easily avoided if you are willing to make the efforts that would be required. First of all, you can learn to dance in the comfort of your very own...

We as a world are more aware than ever of the importance of physical fitness to our overall health. While we remain aware of the need for a physical activity far too many of us find far too few reasons to incorporate physical activity into our daily lives and routines. There are many reasons that we procrastinate in this particular effort. For some time is the defining factor while others will readily admit that they have no appreciation whatsoever for those activities that come to mind when...

Throughout history, we have seen many evolutions in dance. Some of these ancient dances and rituals are still practiced today by those who honor their religious or cultural histories while many have sadly been lost throughout the ages. One thing however remains constant. Dance has always played an important role in the societies, great and small, of the world. Dating back to the beginning of recorded history dancing has been a vital part of society. Dance was involved in celebrations and...

Dancing is something that many people enjoy not only as a recreational pursuit but also as an integral part of their fitness routine. Dance is a great way to keep your body in shape without feeling as though you are somehow being punished for enjoying that extra scoop of ice cream on your cone. At the same time, dance is also something that many people simply find enjoyable. As with most things in life though, there are often right and wrong ways in which you can make most dance moves and...