Dance Trivia

Swing Dance is featured in "Blast from the Past" starring Brendan Fraser and Alicia Silverstone.
Enrico Caruso gave Arthur Murray the idea for his famous footprints. Caruso was a student of Mr. Murray's. Knowing that Mr. Murray was having difficulty succeeding with his dancing-by-mail-classes, he jokingly suggested that Mr. Murray begin selling lessons for one foot only, and then when paid, send lessons for the other foot. The thought of lessons "by the foot" gave Mr. Murray the idea for the famous footprints that became an Arthur Murray trademark to define the dance steps.
Johnny Carson, Bob Hope, Eleanor Roosevelt, John D. Rockerfeller, the Duke of Windsor, Groucho Marx, and Ed Sullivan were ALL Arthur Murray Students.
In the movie "My Blue Heaven", Steve Martin and Rick Moranix perform the Merengue
In Merengue, the first beat is interpreted by the dancers as a slight limp and was inspired by attempts to spare an injured war hero's feelings.
Jennifer Lopez was a member of the Fly Girls dance group from the TV show, "In Living Color"
The Cha Cha, Mambo, Rumba, and Salsa all have origins in Cuba
Michael Jackson used Fred Astaire as inspiration for his music video "The way you make me feel"
The Tango was performed by Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jamie Lee Curtis in the movie "True Lies"
Christopher Walken is the famous actor seen dancing in the Fat Boy Slim music video "This and That"

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Millions of men and women have learned to dance in the Arthur Murray Dance Studios. Mr. Murray spent many years perfecting the method which enables you to learn quickly and easily. We are sure that you, too, will find it amazingly simple, fast and fun. You will get a thrill out of learning to dance the "Arthur Murray Way."

Grace, poise and confidence are yours in return for learning to dance. Ballroom dancing coordinates all the muscles that make us graceful and dignified -- with these qualities comes an aura of self-confidence that will shine through in your dancing as well as in your daily life. As you learn to dance you will enjoy the full share of pleasure and satisfaction which dancing offers. Moreover, others will find the same satisfaction in dancing with you.

Dancing is much more than just moving your feet to the music. Dancing puts you close -- at arm's length -- or heart to heart with someone special. It's cheek to cheek to the rhythms and beat of the music. You'll learn how to move together as one with your partner.

At an Arthur Murray Dance Studio, you'll see many people just like yourself, who are looking to socialize, feel fit, and have fun. Children and teens, middle age, even seniors are dancing. They're feeling better, happier, and finding their way to greater popularity. With very little effort you too, can become a beautiful dancer and gain for yourself the increased satisfaction and popularity which the good dancer enjoys.

Millions can't be wrong ... dancing makes you feel good! Arthur Murray Dance Studios can put a little fun in your life -- a lot of fun -- if you'll just take the first step. .
 
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Dancing is the perfect ice breaker; a way to have fun that transcends even language. Cruises, reunions, weddings, nighclubs, gala events, and parties are always more fun when you are dancing. At any social event, the sight of a great dancer moving to a captivating beat is always irresistible. And now, you too can step onto the dance floor with confidence. Today at Arthur Murray Dance Studios you can learn quickly and easily everything you need to know to feel at ease on the dance floor.

If it's fun you're looking for, we have it! We can accomodate singles, couples and dancers of all levels. Since 1947, Arthur Murray Dance Studio has provided Austin residents with the finest dance instruction around. All of our instructors have been trained and certified by the best in the world, equipping them with unparalleled teaching techniques. At Arthur Murray, you can expect first class service and nothing but the best results imaginable.
 

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