Great Escape: Arthur Murray Dance Studio

Are you the kind of person who never misses an episode of Dancing with the Stars? Did you ever wish you could dance like that? Well, at , you can learn any dance you desire, from the Cha Cha to the Viennese Waltz to the Polka.

To begin, all you have to do is schedule a free introductory lesson. During that session, your instructor, a professionally trained dancer who has undergone careful training, will determine your particular level. From there, a course will be developed just for you. You will be given private lessons and the opportunity to participate in group classes, so you can work with partners and get to know other students. The length of the course and tuition varies, but they guarantee that you will be able to dance after your first lesson.

There are a variety of programs and levels you can sign up for, from basic, which teaches foot position, rhythm and leading and/or following, to gold, which is strictly for hobbyists interested in performing or competing. Those wanting to get on the dance floor quickly can choose the associate bronze program, which help develop dancer’s characteristics, and those who are interested in dancing socially can sign up for the full bronze or silver programs.

Special programs are also offered to teach couples to dance prior to their wedding. The instructor will even work around your first-dance song.

Arthur Murray Dance Studio’s Bayside location is located at 36-35 Bell Blvd. For more information, call 718-225-2339 or visit www.arthurmurraynyc.com, where you can find coupons and a guide to each of the programs the studio offers.