The AMIW Blog
Dance History: From the Waltz to the Cha-Cha
Ballroom dance has a rich history that dates back centuries. It evolved from social dances that were popular in various parts of the world.
Swinging Boots and Twirling Skirts: The World of Country Western Dancing
Country Western Partner Dancing is more than just a series of steps; it's a vibrant expression of tradition, rhythm, and connection. This distinctive genre of dance has roots deeply embedded in the heart of American culture, capturing the essence of country life and the spirit of community.
Dancing Around the World
Partner dancing has been a popular form of social activity for centuries and can be found in cultures around the world.
Cheat Codes to Leading and Following
Dancing is just like a computer game, you can move forward, back, left and right, up and down and in some cases, jump. In Co-opt two player games working together is essential to progress and its the same for dancing.
20 First Dance Song Ideas for your Big Day
Need help finding a Wedding Song for your first dance? Here are some popular wedding songs to help you get ready for your big day.
Ballroom Dance Etiquette
Ballroom dance etiquette is an important aspect of the dance community. It is essential to follow proper etiquette to ensure a positive and respectful environment for all dancers.
Why you should learn Samba!
Samba is the national dance of Brazil and became popular in the U.S throughout the 1930’s and 1940’s with a little help from movie star and singer Carmen Miranda.
5 Common Steps to Get You Through a Social Event
Navigating around the dance for can be tricky, especially for beginner dancers. There are so many things to think about when we dance that we might forget some of our dance steps. Here are five ballroom dance moves that every beginner should learn and have in their “utility dance belt”.
The Components of Dancing
There are many layers to dancing, and as we learn more and improve more layers are added. However, the fundamental components of dancing are constant, no matter how new or advanced you are.
The Language of Smooth Dance
Find out the hidden meaning of the Smooth dances (Tango, Waltz and Fox Trot); how they got their names and where they came from. Discover the language of dance.
Five Fun Highlight Moves for Your Wedding Dance
A wedding dance is an important tradition that introduces you as a couple for the first time. Wedding dances are perfect for you to have a special moment together
5 Places to Practice Your Dancing
Our lives can get so busy that we may find it hard to find time to practice before our next lesson. Luckily for you we have come up with a solution of five places you can practice your dancing.
Its Tango Time - Dance of the Month
There are many different styles of Tango. Find out how it has evolved over the years and the characteristics of each style.
Five Tips to Improve Your Dancing.
Improving our dancing is a common goal that we all share. We are all self conscious about doing it right and wanting to look good while doing it. Here are five things we can do to help us improve our dancing and look amazing.
Dance of the Month - Swing
Swing is a whole world waiting to be explored. With its wide range of dances and characteristics there is something for everyone, whether you are new to dancing or have been dancing for years
Managing Hard Times Through Dance
Life has its good moments and its not so good moments. In our lowest, darkest moments it’s sometimes difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel; however, dancing has helped many people through troubled times.
For the Love of Dancing - Valentine’s Day Special
What are your Valentine’s Day plans? Do they including dancing? History shows that dancing has been apart of Valentine’s Celebrations for many years. Let’s keep the tradition alive.