Quickstep Dance Studio in Utah
Quickstep Ballroom Dance Studio
I would like to say big thank you to ANNIE TOPHAM for inviting me to teach.
Quickstep Dance Studio located at 9524 South 500 West, Sandy, UT 84070, USA, about 20 min. south from Salt Lake City. The Studio it self not as big but have a unique touch of the ownership personality. One Ballroom, high celling, mirrors and very nice music speakers.
When i arrive Annie met with a big smile on her face even it was covered with a mask :) As i say i can’t wait when this pandemic will end for all of us so we can see each other smiling faces. Through out the day i have met so many talented kids, full of energy. Max, Lauren, Brayden, Nessa, Traven and Ella Thank you for hard work you have done on the lessons! At evening i was teaching a group class, the energy of this guys is amazing. So if you haven’t started to dance yet or looking for place to go to dance i would recommend Quickstep Dance Studio in Utah. They offer: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSES, TECHNIQUE CLASSES, PERFORMANCE AND COMPETITION TEAMS, Workshops, Events and much more…
Website link: Quickstep Dance Studio
Email: info@quickstepstudio.com
Phone: (801) 427-6277
Thank you,
Artem Plakhotnyi
Utah Dance Sport Challenge
Utah Dance Sport Challenge! Wonderful ballroom dance competition for Amateurs!
How incredible to see so many talented kids!!! It was a pleasure to be invited to judge such inspiring dance competition, because it reminded me the way how I started to dance!
Organizers of Utah Dance Sport Challenge is Alex and Robin Murillo, Sasha Altukhov, Cheyenne Murillo, Dawid and Natalie Schulz
Located North of Provo Utah in American Fork High School (510 Caveman Blvd American Fork, Utah 84003).
Full day of dancing in two ballrooms!
The day started at 7:30 am and finished at 11:00pm. Big thanks to organizers to keep everyone as safe as possible!
In Utah all schools have ballroom dancing part of their curriculum, so that makes Utah the most dancing state for children in America.
The day was filled with so many amazing dancers 👯♀️ , from solo dancing to partnership to formation (teams) dancing!
In the morning it was a lot of kids who just started dancing ( beginners ) as the day progress we started to see more advance dancers. All day went by so quick, one event after another from little kids to grown adults. We call it - dancing nonstop :) Through out the day, they have been throwing free t-shirts with the competition name, it reminded me like sports events.
At the end of the event, organizers have drop thousands of balloons on the floor, it was so nice, so that kids would remember this fun full of day dancing!
So if you are beginner or advance amateur dancer I would highly recommend to visit Utah Dance Sport Challenge in February 2022!
Link to website: http://utahdancesport.com
Contact Info: 801 376 2378 info@utahdancesport.com
Five stars ✨ for Beginners through Advanced Amateur dancers!
Welcome Letter for Parents and Children.
Dear Parents and Children, welcome to Imperial Ballroom Dance Family.
In this letter you will find guidance for New Parents of our Dance Studio!
Dear Parents and Kids,
We would like to welcome you to Imperial Ballroom Dance Company! Today you are starting a new, exiting experience in the world of ballroom dancing. We are looking forward to educate you and for you to be a part of our dance family.
“Teddy Bear” Class is a unique class, specifically designed for younger children 4+. Kids will be learning ballroom dancing through games, exercise and music. Every class will start with an appropriate “welcome bow”, warm up exercise, educational games and activities that will all lead to learning dance steps. Music is part of ballroom dancing; it helps kids express themselves much easier and feel the rhythm. Every class will be accompanied by music.
“Teddy Bear” February’s Focus:
Our first course is a month long. To see how kids are improving. Its very important to make this class a commitment. Ballroom dancing requires muscle memory and repetition. More we do - Better we get!
Please, encourage your kids to come to every class and help them build discipline from a very young age. Within the first month/course, our children will get physically stronger, learn music/rhythm, create friendships and learn up to 3 different dances. We will be having open class on the last class of the month, where kids will do a little performance to demonstrate what they have learned and you will be able to see their progress.
Benefits of Ballroom Dancing:
Ballroom Dancing is one of the most beautiful activities for Children and Adults. Not only is it fun and exiting, but also carries many important benefits that make a big impact on the lives of children. Discipline, brain development, communication, physical activity, teamwork, sensitivity, focus, strength, sportsmanship, leadership, presentation, commitment, musicality, partnership, friendship and more…
Parents!
We need your support and teamwork! Please encourage your children, give them compliments, make it a fun and exiting trip every time. Ask questions before and after class about Ballroom Dancing and how they feel about that? Even if they can’t do it right, just tell them “good job” and to try again. When our children were learning how to walk, they were falling a lot, but no one told them to quit; we kept saying '“do it again”. Ballroom Dancing is no different! They will learn how to “fall” and how to “get up” and be even more motivated, as long as we build a strong team around them. Positive, encouragement, inspiration and motivation - this is all they need to hear!
You are welcome to watch the classes. However, every kid is different and some may perform better if no one is watching them. Talk to the teacher on that matter for the best advise. If you choose not to watch classes encourage your kids at home to show you what they have learned at the class.
Future Events:
Young children love to perform! As a part of your child’s dance education, they will be invited to participate in many exiting events both inside and outside of the studio. These events will include:
Showcase Performance
Ballroom Dance Competition
Examination
Private Dance Lessons
Parties
Special Performances
Dress Code:
Boys:
Black Ballroom or Dress Pants
Solid. Single Color T-Shirt or Long Sleeve Shirt
Black Dance Shoes
Boys Dress Code
Girls:
Black Skirt
Solid. Single Color Leotard or Tight Fitted Shirt
White Socks
Tights (Optional)
Latin Dance Shoes
Girls Dress Code
Schedule:
Tuesday and Thursday 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Drop In $15
Monthly $69
February 2020 $34
45 Minute Private Dance Class $55
WWW.IMPERIAL.DANCE
480-201-5726
Ballroom Dance Dress Code for Children
Parents Checklist for Competitions
Dance Competition Checklist for Parents / Competitors
A Seasoned parent’s perspective…
Child: It helps to keep a “ competition bag “ stocked with these items that can be replenished as you run out. Its better to have these on hand than to be scrambling to find someone who can lend you something.
Competition clothing ( Dress, White Socks, Onesie, Pants, Black Socks, Bowtie )
Competition shoes, backups if you have them
Safety pins, shoe glue ( super glue or gorilla glue for leather ), shoe brush
Hair accessories, hair spray, gel, hair-ties, combs, pins, blow dryer or make an appointment for hair to get done
Tanning lotion of some sort, perfume, deodorant ( for the boys )
Makeup for Juniors and older, or makeup appointment schedule
Comfortable shoes or Uggs for long breaks in dancing so feet are comfortable and stay warm
Robe or jacket to keep warm and protect clothing
Band-Aids, blister band-aids, liquid bandage
EmergenC or sort of electrolyte drink
Healthy snack
Water bottle
K tape, Icy hot, Arnicare for injury
Anti-inflamatory / Pain killer / inhaler and vitamins as needed
Clothing to change when you done
Parents:
Go to competition website and familiarize yourself with the venue, schedule and everything there is to know about the competition
Print out heat sheet as soon as they will be available ( normally competition post heat sheets the week of the competition on Monday, some day earlier or day later ). This will help you to know when your child is dancing. Be at the competitions minimum 1 hour before schedule time to dance, FULLY READY, some of competition running 30 min ahed of schedule. However as a parent, i would be there the night before to check the ballroom and get familiarize yourself and your child with where they will be dancing. With kids, no one needs the added pressure of showing up last minute. Always confirm times with Professional Instructor or Imperial Ballroom representative.
Heat sheets are subject to change, so make sure you get the heat sheet from your dance instructor at the competition. Those sheets will be the latest update.
Put your heat sheet on a clipboard and have a pen. If your child is dancing Pro-Am, instructor is generally aware of when your child need to dance. However, if your instructor is dancing with different student back to back, it helps to know when your child will need to be on-deck as your instructor may not have the time to come get them. Drop your child off at on-deck and leave.
Make sure your son has their number pinned to their back. ( numbers, usually Imperial Ballroom dance instructor have them )
If your child is amateur, always know when your child is supposed to dance and make sure they are on-deck, for there dancing. Again, drop them off at on-deck aria and stay back. There are usually an Imperial Representative but, alway pay attention to where your kids needs to be.
When your Kids have breaks… offer hydration and snacks and keep them from running around the hotel and playing between rounds, be back to the ballroom at least 30 min. before next heat .
When awards happening, take your clipboard and listen to the heat numbers being called. They will call out child name and place. Write down placements on the heat sheet next to the heat number. You will have to listen closely. Your child will be out on the floor with the partner or instructor. If you miss placements, you can alway check out placements online at the competition website within a day or two after competitions is over. Kids usually pay close attention because they ant to know how they placed.
Have a favorite drink, whether its chocolate milk or a glass of wine. Sit back and relax… or pace while you watch your kids dance. Cheer them on or off the floor and enjoy the process.
What to wear… look nice and be comfortable. It isn’t a fancy dress up day, but you are reflective of your children. Always layer, as the ballroom usually is set at a cooler temperatures for dancers. Basically, you will freeze:)
Celebrate dance no matter the outcome, because it was a lot of hard work for everyone involved. Make your before and after dance competition traditions for your family. We have We have Shirley Temples the night before the kids dance and go out for dinner as family after the competition with partners, friends. Come up with what means something to your family. ENJOY!
This is simple guidance for dance competition for Parents to know.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call our front desk 480-201-5726 or email us.
Thank you and happy Dancing!
Reasons to Ballroom Dance
Understanding of ,
Why Should We Ballroom Dance ?
There are so many reasons why people dancing and how crucial for dance teacher to deliver.
Success for both sides, Teachers and Students when they reach Goal on mutual terms. First Teacher have to explain the ultimate goal to their students what to expect from a Lesson, Group or Wedding Dance. No teacher can guarantee you will became a good dancer in one lesson. Students will aline their personal goals and your ultimate goal together and draw a picture for themselves in future. As a teacher you have to follow simple rule, Short Term Goal and Long Term Goal.
This is the Key to a Successful relationship for Teacher and Student.
Here are the reasons for Ballroom Dancing
Self Confidence
Self Improvement
Self Renewal
Fun
Excitement
A Sense of Achievement
Creative Outlet
Relaxation
Stress Relief
Physical Fitness
New Challenge
Tention Relief
New Interest
Meet New People
Socialize
Wedding Dance
If you have any other reasons, please let us know in comment section.
Balance of Life
Why Do I Dance by Maria Sokolova
Why Do I Dance
Somebody once asked me, why do i dance? Dance, to many, it’s just a series of coordinated movements, but to me, dance is an expressive form of Art. The beauty of dance is all in the fact that dancers, with movement, create great picture, with music, connect on spiritual level impossible to reach otherwise. So, you may ask yourself, why dance? the answer is simple dancing brings truth and meaning into life. The reason i dance is to stay in touch with the world around me, my partner and the dance floor. Expressing yourself can be hard, dance delivers emotions through a simple combination of movement, expression and connection.
When i first started dancing, i felt like i wasn’t going anywhere with that, as if i had no progress, its not until you ask yourself, could i have done this a year ago? Everyone progresses over the time and their own pace.
Maria Logvin Sokolova.