Advice

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STAFF INTERVIEW with AMY SCHULDT

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STAFF INTERVIEW with AMY SCHULDT

Miss Amy Schuldt has been a constant smiling face at Arthur Murray Fort Wayne for the past thirteen years. Beginning as a teacher-in-training through becoming the Studio Manager, she has taught, challenged, and cheered on all the students who walked through the doors. She is moving on from the Arthur Murray Fort Wayne family to start a new adventure and we couldn’t be more excited for her! We sat down with Amy to reflect on her impressive career and to get some final advice from the one-and-only “Miss Schuldt.”

WHAT'S THE CONNECTION?

WHAT'S THE CONNECTION?

With all the dances in the world, how do we remember them all? All the patterns, all the music, all the rules… There has to be a connection between the dances.

Arthur Murray developed a method of learning known as the “Interrelated System” where dances and patterns are connected through a manner of different elements, rhythms, & fundamental ideas to make learning easier for all. He found that students learn most effectively on a scholastic basis where content & concepts are shared between dances.

Some connections are more straightforward, but others may be a bit of mystery. So let’s do some detective work and uncover some hidden connections between unlikely dances!

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DANCING FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

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DANCING FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

The snow has melted and the temperatures are getting warmer. To the general population this means Spring and Summer are near, but in the dance world this can mean only one thing… WEDDING SEASON IS UPON US!

So many couples want their wedding day to be remarkably special, full of surprises and memories. Your first dance as husband and wife is one of many ways to create that magic. The first dance is a truly special moment that deserves careful attention & preparation to help build confidence, style, and exactly the vision you had in mind. Here are a few of Arthur Murray’s tips on preparing for your big moment.

DANCING IS CONTAGIOUS!

DANCING IS CONTAGIOUS!

Throughout history, Arthur Murray has proven it is a powerhouse of spreading optimism, comfort, education, and an escape from what may be happening in your life or in the world. We have forged ahead, made changes to roll with the times, & never once considered giving up the dream of spreading the joy of dance to the masses. DANCING is the best and only kind of virus that needs to be IMMEDIATELY spread worldwide!

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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM ARTHUR MURRAY HIMSELF

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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM ARTHUR MURRAY HIMSELF

As I was doing a little winter cleaning over the holidays, I stumbled upon a wonderful piece of history - a copy of “Arthur Murray’s Dance Book” from the early 1940’s.

These little booklets were part of how Mr. Murray spread the joys and teachings of dancing to masses. Each book contained illustrations, diagrams, anecdotes, stories, Do’s & Don’ts, advice, and more. Once I found the book, I took a few moments to flip through the tea-stained pages and found an article written by Mr. Murray himself that just had to share.

In it, he describes how he came to love dancing, the obstacles he overcame, and what he believes dancing could do for the nation.

Dance, Dance Resolutions!

Dance, Dance Resolutions!

A new year… a new decade… a new you… and a great time to add something NEW to your dance program. Your teachers are always looking to improve your overall dancing and well-being, but perhaps it’s time to set some New Year’s DANCE RESOLUTIONS with your instructors to kick this decade into high gear!

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BABY ON BOARD!

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BABY ON BOARD!

You may have heard of the many positive benefits dancing can offer, such as increased flexibility, maintaining mental awareness, improving posture and balance, increasing social ease, and more. However, these benefits can be even more worthwhile during your pregnancy. Often, it can be difficult to get up and exercise while pregnant, but believe me, get up and dance! It will do wonders for your mind, body, & health during & after your pregnancy. It did for me.

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT with GLADYS DORMIRE

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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT with GLADYS DORMIRE

Presenting another amazing student’s dance journey! Gladys Dormire has been taking lessons with Arthur Murray Fort Wayne for 25 years. During that time she has acquired some amazing stories, insights, and personal experiences in which all students, new and current, can relate. Gladys has many reasons why dance has remained in her life for 25 years and she shows no signs of stopping anytime soon! If you have been thinking about dancing for some time but are filled with questions, or perhaps feel stuck in your own dance journey, take a look at Gladys Dormire’s story. 

WHY NEWCOMER GROUP?

WHY NEWCOMER GROUP?

Many of us long to see growth and accomplishment as we aspire to become better and greater in life. Neglecting our beginnings can not only induce unnecessary stress, but also result in failure to make successful progress. Enjoy this short story about a fictional student, Sherri, as she discovers why Newcomer group will always be an integral part of her dance journey regardless of her level.