Sound familiar? I used to say the same thing and always promised myself - "SOMEDAY..." Well, on July 2nd, 2007 I made good on that promise and took the Introductory Lesson at Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Plano. Angelo was my instructor for that lesson and is still one of my instructors a year and a half later. Time has certainly flown by and little did I realize all the benefits that awaited me!
Of course, the obvious one was learning to dance, and not just one dance but twelve different dances! Then came the fun of learning each one and working through the techniques, styles, and steps of the Arthur Murray Syllabus. All those stpes and variations will certainly keep me busy! With more to come at the next level!
The social aspect has been another benefit. Meeting new people and making friends with my fellow students and the staff has been a real pleasure. Arthur Murray creates a safe, professional environment that I can go to to learn and enjoy dancing.
I never thought I'd be involved in costumes, make-up, acting, formations, solos, and competitions by taking dance lessons, but those are other benefits I have found along the way.
Then there are travel opportunities and the chance to compete if you choose to. While at these competitions you get the opportunity to watch top professionals compete and perform. It is very exciting and motivating.
I've been surprised to see the benefit of setting goals in my dancing and then the pride that comes from achieving them. My instructors and the executive team work with me to do this and it has made me more focused on what I plan to do each year. Weight loss and weight management have been other benefits I've experienced. Along with a proper diet, dancing has helped me achieve the goal of losing twenty pounds and keeping it off!
I'm glad I fulfilled this promise to myself because my Arthur Murray journey has been a successful one and I hope to continue it for many more years!