Dance camps are a fun way to learn new skills and make new friends in a new friends in a days-long dance-dominated environment. Before choosing a dance camp, make sure to ask pertinent questions such as what type of camp it is, what pre-requisite proficiencies are required, what is the class schedule, what is the class size, who are the instructors and what is included in the cost.
When looking for the right arena to learn ballroom dancing, look to yourself first. Evaluate why you dancing appeals to you and what, specifically, you want to gain from your experience. Next, look at your budget to determine what you can afford. Finally, visit dance studios and community centers and talk to the staff and the students. Ask lots of questions and see how you feel in the space.
Learning to dance from a DVD has both pros and cons. It’s inexpensive, private, and can be done on your own time. However, it provides no feedback, doesn’t give you the opportunity to dance with a partner, and it an isolating rather than a social activity. It’s best for people with a tight budget or who are don’t know whether they like it enough to take a class.