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Our practice sessions are on the 1st & 3rd Friday from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Rocky Mount Imperial Centre (the same place where we hold our monthly dances). The cost is $5.00 per couple Contact Leo Bishop ( 252) 903-7561 if you are planning to attend a session -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I would like to thank the Rocky Mount Telegram for their interest in our community and Rocky Mount USA Dance . Look for our articles and pictures on their website: www.rockymounttelegram.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Many of us are social dancers without any aspirations to compete. We attend chapter dances because we enjoy dancing, perhaps to learn a few new steps, to become a smoother dancer, and to socialize. One of the best ways to do that is to dance with other people. This is one of the reasons we have mixers. It also gives single members an opportunity to meet and dance with those present. Here are a few more reasons. 1. It allows the man to sharpen his skills as a leader. 2. It allows the women to adapt to the lead of someone different than her partner. 3. It strengthens and re-enforces basic bronze steps for everyone involved. 4. It encourages a polite and social atmosphere. 5. It promotes and emphasizes ballroom etiquette. 6. It encourages singles to attend dances. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ When new couples and singles come to our dances, they may feel intimidated by the more experienced couples on the dance floor. This is a normal reaction for most people. We can help by asking them to dance and encouraging them to participate in the mixers. We can re-assure them that we will dance only at their level. This will give the newcomers confidence and a feeling of belonging to a community of dancers. We should actively encourage our fellow dancers to become members of our chapter and to participate in chapter activities. This might include helping with refreshments, decorations and set-up. Encourage newcomers to attend practice parties. |
