Hi - my Pro has also worn a waiter's vest for showcases- very inexpensive and they come in a variety of lengths. You can find them via internet or...
Dancing -- and by extension in my own case competing in Smooth --has enabled me to come back into a relationship with my body after a challenging...
Hi fasc, I was referring to "what you need at comps" - my Pro - love him - isn't the best at getting entries in on time etc.
I greatly enjoy dancing in competitions and showcases with my Pro. I am moving up to Open Silver and Full Closed Silver Smooth and I can see us...
I have gone a LONG time without being able to name most of my steps - I knew the "basics" but, not every combination. Now, working with a new coach -...
Getting to work with Mayo Alanen as a coach.
I am working on a closed to promenade super slow head change in fox-trot during a series of double locks.
I started dancing Open Bronze after 3 years in Closed Bronze and only after advancing to Full Bronze. Open Bronze choreography was created by a coach...
Bumping this thread back up because I've been asking my pro and my coaches similar questions about shaping and over-shaping in Smooth. I've observed...
Coming in a bit late because I was at Virginia State ...Milli last year did not stop for awards for multi dances during day on smooth day.
I was at Milli last year and I agree with earlier comments that it was one of my favorite comps for the ballroom decor, caliber of the judges,...
What an interesting thread and I'm intrigued by so many varying thoughts on showmanship and presence. Thanks Pygmalion for starting the ball rolling!...
I have been going back to DF threads and also asking judges, pros etc. how they define presence. I do think that some people have "it" but, I am also...
Thanks fasc - 8 years out this year...dance made a HUGE difference in my recovery : ) I am a little rabid though about the toxic stuff in ballroom...
So the moral of the story - be certain and have great technique! Then you will have the confidence to add the artistry and showmanship!
Thanks fasc - I appreciate the compliment and your overall comments are great for the entire forum. I agree that experience with the routines makes a...
I think the E6000 folks are going to come after me but, I always post that this is toxic - cancer causing etc. Please read the label. As a cancer...
Reviewed Wisconsin DVD and my Open choreography now looks like I am just dancing from my heart - I look radiant and "in the moment" - now if I can...
DSI also sells horsehair trim -so does Chrisanne - means waiting for it to come from England but, the quality is excellent
You should use a professional seamstress to add the horsehair/crinoline trim to the bottom of the dress - This can be in a contrasting color such as...
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