Saturday, January 17, 2009

New Dance Studio in Clearwater Offers Kids Classes

By Jim Lamb

Learning to dance, while sometimes a scary proposition to the adult uninitiated, is a really easy for kids. And why not? They lack our concern for appearances, are not afraid to stumble or fall or to looking foolish, and possess amazing energy. So with all of that drive, and courage, the only thing missing is quality teaching. Well, Tampa Bay has that now, too.

Back in August, world famous purveyors of dance, Arthur Murray Dance Studios opened their newest location in Clearwater, FL. There is now one less excuse for not learningballroom dancing in Tampa Bay. With the launching of the Kid's Dance Program, parents can now be certain that their children can at least hold their own at every wedding they'll ever attend. So whether you want to retire to the the islands on your famous kid's dollar, ensure they have them a rewarding type of exercise, or just want them involved in a positive activity, Arthur Murray Clearwater has a kid's dancing program to fit your needs.

Kid's classes are geared toward those aged 7-17. Patient, and professional dance instructors will teach the basics in dances like FOXTROT, WALTZ, RUMBA, SWING, CHA-CHA, and more.

Dance studio owners Sevrin Szapiaczan and Landra Seim assure parents considering having their kids learn to dance, "Kids frequently change partners and have loads of fun while learning."

Students learn the fundamental skills upon which later moves are based and study at least two dance styles each class. The beginner class is designed as a fun introduction to ballroom dance in the various dancing styles. The Advanced Class focuses on dance technique and choreography. The studio also provides private lessons five days per week for performance and competition-oriented children.

Children's Dance Classes run $15 per class, per student, or $165 for the whole course, which lasts 11 weeks.

Beginner Children's Dance Classes will be held on Wednesdays beginning at 6:00pm for children aged 7-12, and older children (13-17) will be taught at 6:45pm.

Dance classes for the Intermediate/Advanced students are offered every Saturday at 11:00am, for kids aged 7-12, and 11:45am, for the older kid's aged 13-17.

Although there is no registration fee, registration is required. For more information, please visit the studio's website at ArthurMurrayClearwater.com or call them at 727-489-9919. - 16004

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