Why Dancin'?

Here are some of the best reasons we can think of to dance. Feel free to login to our Blog section and add your own. Also check the Articles section for studies of the benefits of dancing. Also listed below are common reasons why people do not dance and associated solutions to their questions.
Top Reasons to Dance
Joy and Fun	Video
Moving to music is sure to bring a smile to your face. Remember the time you left a concert feeling great and moving with energy? This is the feeling you get every time you dance.
Improve Physical Health: Exercise
From weights to diets, it's all out there. But there is nothing like moving around the dance floor with another person to get your heart rate up and all your muscles activating. The first step on the path to dance success is understanding your body and how it works, how to control it. Good news you can practice this in everyday movement, it feels good and improves your confidence and stature. Understanding this phase is quick, inculcating it within your body may take a few months of practice. Everyday we move forward and back and side to side. Movement is a normal part of everyday life. Purposefully controlling your movement is not however part of everyday life. Thinking of moving your body as one unit will help. You can do this while walking. If you think of your body as a pillar of strength with the focus around the midsection, stomach area. This is where your movement will begin and emanate from. Engaging your midsection is simple you experience it every time you laugh or even smile. Next, if you think of lifting that energy up through your vertebrae to the base of your skull. This will produce good posture and an energized body that is ready to move now that it is self connected.
Improve Mental Health
Keeping your brain working has been proven to extend your capacity. Dancing is a memory intensive activity and is great for your brain.
Express your Creativity
Like every art form the beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Unlike other art forms dance allows you to create with your whole body from your head to your toes. Each muscle is used to interpret the music or connect with your partner. Then there is the thrill of others enjoying your dancing. Studies of expression related to success, happiness.
Business Networking
Dancing is a great way to meet people. We all know that word-of-mouth is the most effective form of advertising. Believe me, I know from experience the kind of trust and relationships formed while in the social dance communities will assist you in your business no matter what business you are in. Maybe you want to build your business network
Socialize
Where are all the women at? We all know the best place to meet women is on the dance floor. Women the best place to find a self-secure, healthy, complete man, yup you guessed it the dance floor!
Express your competitive nature
No matter which style of dance you choose there is sure to be a competition for it. Right here at Dance Studio To Go you can compete with dancers from around the globe.
Common Reasons Why People Don't Dance
I've Never Danced Before
If you have not danced before this is the perfect place to start. You will receive top quality Private lessons in your own home. There will be no pressure from your spouse or your peers. Since the lessons are portable there is no specific daily or weekly time schedule to try to meet. Most importantly, the lessons are self-paced so no matter what speed you learn at it is ok!
What if I have two left feet?
Out teaching techniques are proven to help even those with two left feet. We begin each lesson feeling the rhythm of the dance without even moving our feet. As you grow as a dancer you will see how the feet actually are secondary to dancing. When most dance programs focus on the feet, we focus on your body which always moves before your feet so you get a true dance experience right from the beginning.
What if I am too old?
If a smile comes to your face and your toes start tapping when you hear a familiar tune then you may not be too old to dance. On the go dance studio provides easy to follow dance lessons that are self-paced so you can go at your own speed.
What if I am too young?
There are many social dancing organizations that support dancing environments for all age groups. Please see a listing of dance organizations for your area by clicking here.
What if I don't have a partner?
Good News! I did not have a partner when I started dancing. The social dancing scene in your area will most likely provide you with a partner to take lessons and practice with. about 85% of the folks that attend our lessons and dance are single people looking to socialize and have fun. Yes, you will want to practice and will need a partner for some of your practice time and most likely that partner is out there looking for you too. So, let's not assume we have to have a partner to go to a dance because there are many others out there, both men and women looking for partners as well.
What if I don't have the time?
Our lessons are specially design for today's busy lifestyle. You can review the course material virtually anywhere and anytime. since the lessons are provided in mobile media formats you can take them with you On The Go.
Don't know where to go
On the Go Studio has teamed up with the best dance resource websites from around the world. Simply, click on the Where to Dance page and we'll help you find out where to dance in your neck of the woods.
Don't know how?
That's exactly why we are here, to help you know how. We know going out in public to learn to dance can be challenging. With On The Go Studio you can get a head start by learning at home.
What if I am too heavy?
Dancers are especially friendly and courteous people. You will be able to go at your own pace and choose the style of music and dance that best fits your ability and interests, we guarantee it!
What if I am Gay/Lesbian
There are dances for gay/lesbian couples and individuals. Click here to learn more.

The Process of Learning to Dance
Choosing the Music
We always recommend you choose a style of music that you enjoy listening to. Here are some samples.
Choosing the style of dance
The style of dance will be based on the music you choose.
Choosing the teacher
Choosing your dance teacher is important. There are different Methods and Styles of education. We make the process of choosing the correct teacher very easy for you. Feel free to preview as many lessons as you like from the different teachers.
Setting expectations/goals
It's always helpful to know where you are going before you start. We typically don't get in the car and just start driving to no where. We encourage you to set some goals for yourself. Maybe studying every other day or something like that to begin with.
Lessons
Hearing and Seeing, Physical and Mental
Practice
Dance is a Physical and Mental activity. Practicing the mental pieces with visualizations and studying the terms from class are very helpful. With On The Go Studio studying while on the bus, train or anywhere else is very easy. Our videos are tailored to portable media devices like cell phones and iPods.