Contemporary dance is known as an “abstract painting”. It is not a specific dance technique; it is a mix of different techniques based on the modern style. Dance styles that have influenced Contemporary include Jazz, Modern, Lyrical and Ballet...
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Swing dancing has been around for a while. If you can believe it, swing dates to over 100 years ago! One of the cool things about this dance is that it evolved with the times. Popular styles of music tended to always influence this dance. It is...
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#1 It Makes You Feel and Look Sexy Self confidence and passion are one of the highest rated qualities that make people attractive. One of the benefits of dancing is that you will learn to express your more sensual side and that takes both...
Read moreTestimonials keep rolling in – Thank you for your Support! Would you like to share your experience with SOPHiA iN SAPPHiRE? Write your review here! Sophia helps break down the walls of fear and intimidation that beginner dancers typically have and...
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Aired on the Sex and Money Show KLAV 1230 AM with Host Magic Al Jensen (transcript below). AL: I’d like welcome to the Sex and Money show, Sophia in Sapphire. Sophia, welcome! Delighted that you’re here. Now Sophia, you are a competitive dancer...
Read moreThere are many Salsa dance styles. In fact, there is a lot of heated debate about which style of Salsa is the best and most authentic. To be honest, it shouldn’t be so complicated. If you are already dancing Salsa, just keep dancing! If the...
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All You Need to Know About Choosing Your First Dance Song Congratulations, your Wedding is coming up, and it’s time to plan for your First Dance! Have you thought of which song you will dance to? Will you be taking dance lessons? Are you...
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I think you’ll agree with me – when you see chemistry on the dance floor, it looks magical. Many of us wishfully admire dance, and may even entertain the idea of learning to do it someday. The fact of the matter is: Most people think...
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What is Tango? Seems like it could be a simple answer. However, a lot of what we may conceive to be Tango, is in fact not truly what Tango is all about. Tango, more specifically Argentine Tango, is a lifestyle, a culture, a philosophy. Many think...
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You do not need to be over-the-top amazing with your dancing skills to enjoy dance or to make a good impression on others. The most important thing is to create a foundation. In the following exercises, I will give you the knowledge you need to...
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It’s sometimes hard to tell which style of dance you’re watching. Many types of dance look very similar to each other. To clear things up, here is an explanation, brief history and a demonstration of every popular dance style out...
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Go from nerdy to flirty with your hostess, Sophia in Sapphire! Do You Wanna Dance? is a radio talk show that explores the captivating science behind Dance, its benefits, including the “First Dance” experience, and provides valuable resources for...
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