Working at a Dance Studio in Orange County: Working in a dance studio, as an office manager, is about so much more than answering phones, responding to emails, scheduling, and cleaning. A couple months ago, I came into this studio not knowing what to expect,…
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The ‘First’ First Dance While the first dance between a bride and groom is commonly accepted as a modern European and American wedding tradition, it is uncommonly known why. There are various theories to how this ritual began. One explanation comes from the Eastern European…
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Surprise, Surprise… Wedding Dance Surprise! One of the best parts of being an instructor at Bella Ballroom is getting the opportunity to help people plan for an upcoming surprise. Not just any kind of surprise… but a DANCE surprise. In my book this is undoubtedly…
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As a communication studies major with a political science minor, I am constantly hearing about ethics and morals. In terms of a dance studio, I feel it is important to address the dance code of ethics and morals, or at least the importance of attitude…
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It’s been a phenomenon lately to do everything on a larger scale than ever before. You know, the huge romantic gestures for things as simple as a prom proposal. And it is not like the trend has not reached as far as proposals and first…
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It’s all about that look. You know, the one that happens in all the ooey-gooey romance movies, where everything might not be perfect, but when the main characters are together, it is like nothing else matters in the entire world. Whether or not we like…
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There’s something about the energy permeating through a dance studio, especially this one. To the outside eye, it’s a magical thing to behold. As the Office Manager (sitting in my beautiful purple velour chair), I have a front-row seat that bears witness to all the…
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All brides and grooms-to be and their families are invited to the Mission Video County Club’s Bridal Open House! Hosted by Events by Cori, the show will offer champagne, appetizers, cake tasting and a raffle. Admission is FREE, but you must register to attend. To…
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Join us as we cheer on own very own student, Don, as he competes this Saturday at the California Classic Dance Festival in Irvine! He will be competing in the Professional/Amateur Division (Pro/Am for short.) This means Don will be dancing with his professional teacher,…
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When a couple is looking to create a memorable first dance for their wedding day, or when couples or individuals are looking to learn a romantic, slow and smooth-style dance, the waltz often times tends to be the dance that the client unknowingly is looking…
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