Dance Studio in Hillsborough
256 Route 206 South
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
908-431-5775

Dance Studio in Cranford
200 South Ave E, Suite 200
Cranford, NJ 07016
908-272-7955

DON’T’S:

  • DON’T teach other students! Even if there is a difference in skill or experience level, only the instructors are qualified to teach group class. No matter how good your intentions are, it can quickly become a case of the blind leading the blind.
  • DON’T bring your bad attitude to group class. We understand that stressful days happen, and we understand that Arthur Murray is your happy place where you get rid of the stress. So do your best to let go of that bad day and let your mood improve with some good ol’ dance time.
  • DON’T slack off — don’t be a lazy leader or follower! Classes are relaxed atmospheres, but that is no excuse for slacking off. We want you and everyone in class to improve, not go through the motions.
  • DON’T be afraid to try something new. There are more dances out there than your teacher can get to in 45 minutes. You never know how Peabody will help your Foxtrot, or Polka your Swing.

DO’S:

  • DO listen to the teacher! It’s a group class, so it may seem obvious, but listening to the teacher should be the priority. Classes are fun spaces, but everyone is still there to learn.
  • DO be polite to your partners! Everyone here is part of your Arthur Murray family, and everyone deserves your respect. Smile, be kind, thank them for dancing with you, genuinely compliment them if you’d like — wouldn’t you like someone to do the same for you?
  • DO clap after every dance. It’s to show everyone that you had a good time! Dancing is a skill, a skill that everyone here is working to improve, and that deserves celebration.
  • DO remind your teacher you went to group class — and learned something new. We try to keep track of what classes you attend and the material covered, but sometimes we get distracted. Remind us you went to Salsa class and tried out that cool new step.
  • DO bow at the beginning and end of group class. Again, be respectful to your partners of the evening, and also to your teacher. You got to practice and improve your dancing, maybe you learned something new or figured out a step you’ve been struggling to master. You are thanking everyone for their time, just as they are thanking you for yours.