MTV Games and Harmonix created a new game that will allow you to play and learn new dance moves at the same time. The company that launched this game is also the company that launched a popular game called Rock Band a few years ago.Using the Kinect motion sensor technology, a player doesnt need a controller in order to play this game. The Kinect Camera Technology can detect the movements of the player and translate it into a game avatar. Another...more
Get the Dancing Mickey Mouse Toy Here Before He's Gone! Does your kid want the dancing Mickey Mouse toy for Christmas? But are you finding that he has sold out in most of the stores you have tried? There's no doubt that the Fischer Price dancing Mickey Mouse toy is one of the most up-to-date toys around for Christmas 2010 and it is selling out fast. Do not despair though! I'm just about to tell you...more
When I forgot to dance The sadness started to take over, the phobias started to win and feeling of being powerless in my surroundings took over.Usually people with anxiety disorders hide it well, although in their minds they think everyone can tell. The fear of everyone looking at them when near other people is overwhelming.Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older (18% of U.S. population).Anxiety disorders develop from a complex set of risk factors, including genetics, brain chemistry, personality, and life events.Looking at the facts of anxiety and stress-related disorders, the realization that being alone in the turbine of fear seemed not to be the case. Could it help to know the facts or would it compile the feeling of despair?Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) affects 6.8 million adults, or 3.1% of the U.S. population. Women are twice as likely to be affected as men.Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects 2.2 million, 1.0% equally common among men and women.Hoarding is the compulsive purchasing, acquiring, searching, and saving of items that have...more
As a young child, it is very likely that at some point or another you entertained the notion of becoming a prima ballerina. Hair in a bun, pink tutu, shiny satin toe shoes- that vision was all very magical and appealing, and as a child it was the sort of dream that was healthy and enchanting to chase. As an adult, however, the dream of becoming a...more
21st Century Dance - From Flash Mobs to Tap Dancing There a number of dance styles that is accompanied with or without music, some are collaborative and indeed the accompanying sounds are produced by the dance participants. Dance has in certain cultures been thought of as an art form, whilst others tend to liken...more
Questions to Ask When Choosing a Dance Studio Dance studios can be a dime a dozen in our dance-focused world. Of course, the popularity of dance is a great thing for many parents and children because dance has physical, mental and social benefits. The trick is in choosing the right dance studio that will best fit your needs, preferences and budget. Each aspiring dancer and professional dancer will have different requirements in a dance studio and in a dance teacher so it always pays to consider a choice of dance studio carefully.The first question to ask of yourself is what style of dance you're most interested in. For example, if you are enrolling in a dance studio to harness your talents in a particular style of dancing, say, ballet, then a ballet school is likely the right one for you. But if you want to learn dance for the exercise, camaraderie and fun, then go for a dance studio offering a wide variety of styles from jazz to hip hop. The teachers should be able to address your particular needs in dance, be it for amateur or professional purposes.And speaking of money, you must look into the membership fees of the dance studio. In fact, you...more
The thought of summer, the sun, and the beach sends in a different kind of excitement. Come summer, we all look forward to taking a break from our daily routines and enjoying a getaway with our loved ones. Aside from getting a tan, riding the waves,...more
Why Salsa Dancing Is So Much Fun The word "salsa" in Spanish means sauce. Salsa dancing is also known as slot dancing because couples don't move around a large area of the dance floor; instead they stay in a more...more
Ballroom Dancing EtiquetteBallroom dancing is an art and it is also a form of socialization that has its own etiquette. Here are some really helpful basic tips that every novice ballroom dancer should take to heart. Even when they are not...more
Hip hop dance is really cool! Get the music going, learn the steps, and start dancing hip hop! Get excited whenever the music is playing? Do you feel like dancing yourself? You can learn by watching a hip hop dance instruction dvd. Hip...more
Ballroom Dancing During PregnancyExercising while pregnant is essential. It helps you stabilize your blood sugar levels, prevents constipation, and boosts your energy levels. Studies have shown that exercising makes it easy for you to undergo labor,...more
Three Things Most People Don't Know About Ballroom DancingFirst, it improves your poise and the presence that you take with you. It makes you more comfortable with your appearance and physique. If you get past your fear of dancing in front of many...more