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  Ballroom dance - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Most competitive ballroom dances were social and/or folk dances before being formalized as ballroom dances, and many of these dances are still danced as social and folk dance.
The on-screen dance pairing of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers was highly influential on ballroom dancing.
Some ballroom dance instructors specialize in the dances of one place or time, or in fad dances, short-lived, time-specific dances which may be associated with the music or style of an era ("The Twist") or a particular song ("YMCA", "La Macarena").
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ballroom_dance   (1341 words)

  
 Competitive dance - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Competitive dance is a major category or classification of danceforms or dance styles, where competition is the primary focus of the dancing.
Dance schools often participate in dance competitions, by sponsoring teams that go to regional and national competitions.
Competitive dancing requires dedication as there may be many months spent practicing dance and developing routines.
www.wikipedia.org /wiki/Competitive_dance   (416 words)

  
 Dance - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dance (from Old French dance, further history unknown) generally refers to human movement either used as a form of expression (see also body language) or presented in a social, spiritual or performance setting.
Dance is also used to describe methods of non-verbal communication between humans or animals (bee dance, mating dance), motion in inanimate objects (the leaves danced in the wind), and certain musical forms or genres.
Definitions of what constitutes dance are dependent on social, cultural, aesthetic artistic and moral constraints and range from functional movement (such as Folk dance) to codified, virtuoso techniques such as ballet.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dance   (1120 words)

  
 Competitive dance -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Competitive dance is a major category or classification of (A party for social dancing) danceforms or dance styles, where competition is the primary focus of the dancing.
While many people view this style of dance as a (Click link for more info and facts about recreational activity) recreational activity, it is becoming more often viewed as a (An active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition) sport.
To focus on the sports aspect of competitive dance, a new term, (Click link for more info and facts about DanceSport) DanceSport, was coined and the (Click link for more info and facts about International DanceSport Federation) International DanceSport Federation (IDSF) was established.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/c/co/competitive_dance.htm   (531 words)

  
 Wikipedia:Dance basic topics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dance terms that do not call for more than 2-3 phrases should be put into the corresponding glossaries: Glossary of ballroom dance terms, Glossary of ballet terms: this often provides a better context for reader's understanding.
For ease of tracking changes, List of dance topics is maintained (excluding the entries of the List of dances).
While it is mostly social dance, its ballroom form may be competitive dance, especially within DanceSport.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dance_basic_topics   (399 words)

  
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To be a well rounded teacher, Lisa studied various forms of dance, as well as child psychology, to not only teach the art, but to apply the healing power of learning an athletic skill on the level of her students.
Dance has been proven to build self esteem in children, and competitive dance increases flexibility, strength, posture as well as improving their overall fitness.
Competitive dance differs from regular dance classes in that girls learn to work together as a team, moving together in unison to provide to you the audience, a wonderful visual spectacle.
www.footstepsdance.ca   (638 words)

  
 IU Dancesport - Competitive Dance News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
This competitive duo started their partnership less than two years ago after meeting in one of the club's dance classes -- they haven't stopped dancing since.
Competitive training is hosted in HPER 171 on Saturdays from 12-3pm and Mondays from 8:30-11:00pm.
Competitive dancing helps motivate dancers to realize their full potential on the floor.
www.indiana.edu /~dance/cindex.shtml   (351 words)

  
 Read about Competitive dance at WorldVillage Encyclopedia. Research Competitive dance and learn about Competitive dance ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
To focus on the sports aspect of competitive dance, a new term, DanceSport, was coined and the
List of dance organizations for further information about this and other organizations that promote dance competitions.
dance organizations promote various forms of dance as competitive activity and as a sport.
encyclopedia.worldvillage.com /s/b/Competitive_dance   (388 words)

  
 Lone Star Dance
Lonestar Dance Studio is dedicated to bringing quality and competitive dance lessons to the people of the North Austin/ Pflugerville area.
Lonestar Dance's goal is to make dancers performing artists that use their bodies as instruments to create beautiful art.
Dance is a timeless pastime that becomes increasingly popular yearly with the advent of music television and through the classics of ballet.
dancetexas.com   (211 words)

  
 Moms' dance studio waltzes to high acclaim
Dance companies Dance Motion, for ages 13 to 21, and Dance Magic, for ages 5 to 10, have brought home 22 trophies this year.
Robinson said competitive dance is a way for kids to further develop their skills, just as they would with baseball or soccer practice.
The dance companies are preparing for a trip to Las Vegas this summer to attend a convention and competition.
www.azcentral.com /community/gilbert/articles/0519gr-dance19Z12.html   (384 words)

  
 Dance
Explore the dance and rhythms of the Near and Middle East as you develop the techniques of the “Fine Art of Belly Dancing.” Learn beautiful arm and hand techniques, fluid body movements, belly rolls, and proper use of finger cymbals and veil.
She is co-producer of the Belly Dancer of the Universe competition and has received the IAMED Teacher of the Year Award.
She is a two-time recepient of the Middle Eastern Culture and Dance Association Hall of Fame Award.
www.gwc.cccd.edu /CSO/Pages/PROGdan.html   (533 words)

  
 Station Information - Competitive dance
While many people view this style of dance as a recreational activity, it should more likely by viewed as a sport.
Competitive dancing requires dedication as there may be many months spent on developing and practicing routines.
For this reason a new term, DanceSport, was coined and the International DanceSport Federation (IDSF) was established.
www.stationinformation.com /encyclopedia/c/co/competitive_dance.html   (292 words)

  
 FLC offers competitive dance outlet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Bobbin’ to hip hop, swayin’ to R and B, and jookin’ to jazz, there is a new club hot stepping in to the Fort Lewis College campus that has all the moves.
Before team members had an outlet for dancing on campus they would try out their moves at the bars, said junior Molly La Tourette Gifford and sophomore Amanda English, dance team members.
The members started the club because there was no competitive dance outlet for those who were previously interested Gifford said.
indy.fortlewis.edu /Older%20Stuff/12-01-00/FLC_offers_dance.htm   (422 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Competitive dance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
This compares to other major dance categories based on purpose:
During the competition, dancers perform in front of judges who evaluate their efforts and give them a score.
The scores are added up, and medals or trophies are awarded.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Competitive-dance   (437 words)

  
 Welcome to my Web site
Rosemary Campbell's School of Irish Dance strives to instill in it's students the various aspects of Irish Dancing and a respect for Irish Culture.
The Dance Director, as well as assistant teachers in the school, are committed to help each student develop self confidence and discipline as well as strict dedication when dancing in a team.
The class environment focuses on competitive and non-competitive dance as well as performance dance.
www.campbellschool.com   (128 words)

  
 Let's Dance Ltd. - Class Information
Because of this we have recreational classes, competitive classes, and pre-kinder classes.
Rec is more of a hobby than competition dancing, If you want to make dancing your career, try competitive.
Competitive dancing is more serious than rec dancing, Flexibility is required, and that´s where separate stretch
www.letsdanceltd.com /classes.html   (240 words)

  
 Writers Guidelines   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The readers are teachers, dancers, choreographers and serious students in independent studios, dance departments and the schools associated with major dance companies.
Articles focus on subjects specific to the teaching of dance: the business of running a studio; nutrition, injuries and health; publicity; performance production; people in dance education; and other subjects of interest to dance educators.
This is a teacher or dancer involved in dance education who has made a unique impact, and should include how-to information (even sample lesson plans) so readers can emulate, rather than merely admire, the success enjoyed by the subject.
www.dance-teacher.com /forms/writersguidelines.shtml   (872 words)

  
 About Tippy Toes Pro Cheer and Dance Studio
Tippy Toes is one of the top competitive dance cheer studios in the state of Florida.
While at OWC, she was on the dance ensemble for two years and served as captain one year.
She was on the cheer and dance team at Destin Middle School for 3 years and served as the Captain of the dance team her 8th grade year.
www.tippytoesprodancecheer.com /about_us.htm   (1673 words)

  
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Competitive Shag is a year of scheduled, sanctioned dance events that include divisions for Amateur, Novice (intermediate) and Pro (advanced) dancers.
The events consist of a weekend of divisional competition, food, fun, friendships, workshops, awards and prizes throughout North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
If you are interested in being a part of our family at a competitive level or you want to come and support your favorite dancers, check our website for schedules and begin to enjoy the dance, the people and the music.
www.competitiveshaggers.org   (245 words)

  
 Competitive Dance Team - Boston College   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
The Boston College Competitive Dance Team is a newly formed, Competitive dance ensemble.
In addition to training for competition, this group will be the feature half-time performance ensemble at several home basketball games.
The Dance Team works under the guidance of the BC Bands Program, Directed by Sebastian Bonaiuto, and is coached by Carrie Van Meter.
www.bc.edu /offices/odsd/bands/ensembles/dance/competitive   (153 words)

  
 ORANGE COUNTY WEEKLY OC Weekly: Art: It’s Not Brain Surgery   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Dance has become all about pirouettes and high kicks, splits and leaps; and it’s exciting—if you can judge this kind of dance for what it is, a competitive sport.
Dance director Paula Kessinger uses plenty of repetition, and the 100 or so competitive dancers spend hours studying everything from hip-hop and tap to ballet and jazz in order to become strong, versatile dancers.
The majority of them are real high achievers anyway,” says Kessinger, whose students have gone on to become Laker girls, dancers in musicals, members of the convention circuit—and premed students, a career for which she says competitive dance is perfect training.
www.ocweekly.com /ink/05/41/art-khuri.php   (530 words)

  
 Dance Studios, Dance Instructors and Dance Associations
Dance Gallery / Galerie de danse - Ballroom and Latin in Montreal.
Dance lessons in ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and modern - for children, teens and adults.
Dance Charisma - Las Vegas - Group and private dance lessons in Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Salsa for singles and couples.
www.centralhome.com /ballroomcountry/business.htm   (3401 words)

  
 the Dance Spectrum - Social and competitive ballroom and club dancing in Campbell California
"Dancing with the Stars", the American version of the BBC smash hit "Strictly Come Dancing", premiered June 1 on ABC.
Dance Spectrum's very own Jonathan Roberts, national champion in both smooth and latin, was teamed up with super model Rachel Hunter, star of both TV and film and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition 1994 cover girl.
Whatever the case, Dance Spectrum has helped thousands of people with their dancing.
www.thedancespectrum.com   (206 words)

  
 Competitive Dance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
As with last week's premiere, the best part of the contest comes as the participants approach the dance for the...
The Pom Pon Girls are a competitive dance team that perform at school functions in an attempt to promote school spirit, through this effort the team is getting...
Nicole, 19, Staten Island, NY: Nicole recently sacrificed her lifelong passion for competitive dance to focus on college studies.
www.wikiverse.org /competitive-dance   (447 words)

  
 Competitive Dance Programs Come Dance With Us Colorado   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Bring your dancing to higher level with competition choreography in AMERICAN and INTERNATIONAL styles of dance at the bronze, silver, gold, and open levels.
It is advisable to take two or more lessons per week on a competition program with more time spent practicing as the competition date draws near.
Come Dance With Us also offers consultations on costuming, hair, and makeup as you prepare for competition, or to look great at your special social event.
www.comedancewithusco.com /CompetitiveDancePrograms.html   (98 words)

  
 Competitive Dance Encyclopedia Article, Definition, History, Biography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Looking For competitive dance - Find competitive dance and more at Lycos Search.
Cheerleading Competitions By Cheer Fest Level Play - Cheer Fest Cheerleading competition featuring level play; compete on the level you feel comfortable.
Well-run, affordable, and fun cheerleading and dance competitions in NC, VA, FL, NJ, and SC You Think You Can Dance?
www.karr.net /encyclopedia/Competitive_dance   (600 words)

  
 Swing Dance Kentucky - Dancing in Louisville and Lexington Kentucky
Swing Dance Kentucky - Dancing in Louisville and Lexington Kentucky
Swing Dance KY * To provide a fun, exciting, and positive environment for West Coast Swing Dancing.
Western forms of dance and are some of the
www.swingdanceky.com   (173 words)

  
 Let's Dance Ltd. - About Us
As a small neighbourhood studio, it was our mission to provide the highest standard of dance instruction for both recreational and competitive students.
Teachers and students use this experience to “fine tune” their numbers before actual competition starts in March.
In 1997, Let´s Dance students qualified for an appearance on National Television, on the award winning “Competitive Showstoppers” show.
www.letsdanceltd.com /about_us.html   (419 words)

  
 Ballroom Dance
From competitive dance teams to simply social dancing clubs, ballroom dancing always has the element of a being at a ball.
Whether you are watching or dancing, you experience the flow of bodies, spinning and twirling together in harmony, expressing emotion through dance and participating in a cultural tradition which has endured throughout most of written history.
Dance With The Stars - events held three times a year at ballrooms across the US Retro Dance - competitions for dancers over 50
www.partyguideonline.com /cultures/dance/ballroom.html   (756 words)

  
 The Cruzettez, UCSC's Women's Competitive Dance/Drill Team   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
We are dedicated to bringing ladies from diverse backgrounds together to express their passion for dance, our school and the performing arts.
The CRUZETTEZ are a precision dance team that specializes in many different styles of dance including but not limited to: jazz, hip-hop, drill, kick, military, pom, prop/novelty, lyrical, ballet, and incorporations of cultural dance.
This is going to be the second year that UCSC will have a competitive dance and drill team.
www.eteamz.com /ucscdanceteam   (766 words)

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