A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE ARTHUR MURRAY STUDIOS
Arthur Murray himself first started teaching people to dance in 1912. Starting with a "learn to dance at home" mail order business. In a few yearsArthur founded his first dance studio in 1923 on 43rd Street in New York City.
Since that time, Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studios have grown and now have studios throughout the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Australia, South Africa, Germany, Italy, Israel and Japan. Arthur Murray's dream of teaching the world to dance is being fulfilled. Standardized lessons are interchangeable from one Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studio to another. You are guaranteed that your lessons will be honored wherever there is an Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studio.
HOW STUDENTS ARE TAUGHT
The Arthur Murray Organization has found that students learn most quickly and effectively on a scholastic basis. We have organized our teaching material into three main groups; Bronze, Silver and Gold. Our unique personalized program method ensures that you will achieve your specific dance goals.
The Introductory Program is the first student level. We use a combination of private sessions combined with group class activities to review. You will be taught the basics of Timing, Leading, and Following and how to apply them to basic patterns. Your instructor will also explain how the Medal Standards are taught and will plan a personalized Program to fulfill your individual needs and desires. The degree of dancing you will achieve varies depending on your desire, commitment and interest level
The Majority of Students who come to an arthur Murray Dance Studio are interested in becoming good social dancers and our medalist programs will help you achieve that goal. If competitive dancing (dance sport) is your desire, Arthur Murray Dance Studios can train you in the latest technique, steps, and styles. Indeed, we boast some of the top competitive couples in the world today.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS INCLUDE:
PRIVATE LESSONS
During your one-on-one private lessons, you will receive personalized instruction that will help you achieve your goals in dancing. Your instructor will spend the time necessary on technique, styling and general dance improvement. An up-to-date record of everything you have learned will also be kept as part of your instruction.
GROUP LESSONS
Group lessons are an important part of your dance program. They give you the opportunity to dance with a variety of partners, develop good dance habits and meet other students in the studio. Group lessons are held for different dances and levels. Please ask your teacher for the schedule and take advantage of another fine way to help you become a more proficient and confident dancer.
PRACTICE PARTIES
We hold Scheduled dance parties (practice sessions) for all our students. These practice parties are held several evenings during the week. You will have fun dancing with the instructors and students in a relaxed and comfortable environment. This gives you the opportunity to practice and try out all the new dance skills that you've learned in your private and group sessions.
MEDAL BALL
An Arthur Murray Medal Ball is a gala dance event honoring students who "graduate" from one level of their dance program to the next. Medal Ball also afford students the opportunity to enjoy their dancing in a fun and elegant setting.
SHOWCASE
A Showcase is a one-day event where students present dance routines with personalized choreography. These routines make an exiting addition to your Medallist Program because they allow you to develop showmanship and musical expression along with social dance skills.
DANCE-O-RAMA ( DANCE SPORT )
A Dance-O-Rama (or Dance Sport Competition) is an exiting two or three day event that brings students together from many Arthur Murray studios to compete, at their level, in dances of their choice. This requires specialized dance training to polish and perfect choreography, technique and style. The weekend is full of activities such as dance competitions, cocktail parties, dinner dances and exiting professional shows.