
AnswersHow do I get started?
Getting started is easy. The first step is to schedule a free introductory
lesson with one of our trained instructors. During that lesson, your
instructor will determine your current level and recommend an appropriate
course for you to continue. To set up your free introductory lesson now,
call us at 203.792.0176 or send us an email from our contact page.
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Can I really learn to dance?
Yes. Dancing is as easy as walking once you are taught how by an Arthur
Murray expert. We teach simple, basic elements, from which the steps are
derived. Hundreds of thousands of people have been successfully trained in
Arthur Murray Dance Studios. There is no age limit. Our oldest students are
over 70. The youngest are usually in their early teens.
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How long will it take?
The length of your course will depend on how many dances you want to learn
and how proficient you wish to become in each dance. However, you will be
able to dance after your first lesson.
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How much do lessons cost?
Tuition varies, depending on a number of factors e.g., how good you want to
be, what dances you want to learn, and your dance schedule. Remember - YOUR
FIRST LESSON IS FREE. After that lesson, your instructor will recommend a
program and will be able to answer any questions, so you will have the
knowledge to make an informed choice.
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Does the fee have to be paid in advance?
Tuition is generally paid in advance, especially for Foundation Programs.
However, financing and other arrangements are also available. Since these
are determined on a case by case basis, please ask in person, and we will be
glad to give you all the details.
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Will I learn the latest steps?
You can learn the very latest steps in any social dance - Salsa, Swing,
Hustle, Samba, Merengue, Fox Trot, Rumba, Cha-Cha, Mambo, Waltz, Tango, and
others.
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After I learn to dance, will I still have to return to learn the
newest steps?
After getting a good foundation, you will be able to analyze the new steps
and pick them up yourself without difficulty. However, many students return
or continue because they enjoy their lessons and the dancing friends they've
acquired.
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When can I take lessons?
You can take your lessons any time you wish. Our studio is open Mon-Fri from
1:00PM -10:00PM.
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Will I have a good teacher?
Yes. All Arthur Murray teachers must complete an arduous training regimen,
making them very competent. Your teachers will be selected to best suit your
particular needs and style of learning.
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What benefits will I get from dancing?
Dancing is our first line of social activity. Good dancing is a lifetime
investment in fun, poise, confidence, improved personality, and new friends.
Beyond these, dancing is a superb physical conditioner - providing fun
without working at it. It opens up a wonderful new world of togetherness and
a thriving year-round social calendar!
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