Well we certainly were knocked off our feet (no pun intended) when the world was hit and hit hard with a Pandemic - Covid 19.  It took most of us several months to figure out how to continue offering Ballroom/Latin dance lessons to people - as for many of us it is our passion, our lifeblood, our career, and our livelihood.  

We have unfortunately seen many studio close mainly due to lack of students feeling comfortable.  They were not just uncomfortable with close contact dancing but many other businesses in our country have been hurt  - some even destroyed- due to this pandemic.  It saddens us to see this happen.  So much good comes from dancing and socializing with others who share a common interest.

We believe - no, we KNOW- this will not last forever.  Eventually the scientist and nature will calm Covid19 down or eliminate the threat completely.  In the meantime, many studios (Studio 2C included) have made drastic changes and go above an beyond to try to create a safe and healthy environment for students to continue to dance and learn.

Different?  Yes, it is different.  But it is still possible.  The dance industry has survived many pandemics, economic crisis and many other things that life has thrown at it - but it still survives and it will survive this.

In the meantime, we invite you to continue supporting the dance studios who are still offering lessons and to call or email one to schedule a visit - so you can see what they are doing to keep everyone safe while still dancing.

We are happy to help you get started, or to continue - either way - we are here for you and we know many of you have been here for us!

Email me if you have any questions or want more information : dancestudio2c@gmail.com

For now - we are in serious preparation for Blackpool competition in November 2020.  It is a virtual competition and it's going to be Epic!  Our students are excited (to say the very least) and we can hardly wait to share the results. 

More importantly, we are grateful to the students who have continued to support Studio 2C - we will continue to work hard to offer you future opportunities ...just watch us - we dream for a better future for all.

You have to start somewhere. Learning to dance one’s
own body with another body is a good start. Then
you spend a lifetime with the ambition to teach what
you have learned to dance yourself to your students.
Hopefully faster and better then you yourself were
​taught to dance.

Passion to teach and integrity to keep learning makes one a good dance instructor candidate right from the start. A good dancer does not always make a good dance teacher. A good dancer who can teach is the best combination.

As we prepare to attend coaching with award winning dance/instructor – our instructors are excited about the opportunity to continue to learn.  That enthusiasm is contagious and we sense the same excitement in our students.

Life is full of challenges. 
They may as well be challenges
in something you love –
dance. 
So off we go. 
Won’t you come too?

New Spring classes for children coming May 1, 2017
Lyrical, Modern and Jazz
Children ages 6-13
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Class size limited to 25
​Call now to register your child for some springtime fun!

Do you remember the movie "Happy Feet"?  It was about a penguin who loved to dance.  In fact, he simply couldn't stop his feet from moving.  Well for many people they may not move their feet but they feel the music in their bodies and if they just knew how to dance they would.

I have often said the biggest thing that keeps people from coming and trying out our dance is "fear".  Fear of being clumsy or looking dumb.   And it's sad.  Sad because every dance we do is teachable to anyone.  PERIOD!  Anyone can learn how to dance - all they need is a desire to do so.  Whether it is simply to become a good social dancer or want more - we can show you how.  

Dancing is scientifically proven to help fight against terrible diseases like Alzheimer, and dementia.  It improves movement in people with arthritis and its a great addition to your weight loss routine.  Not to mention it's just plain fun.

One of the reasons we offer the introductory specials is to help you get over your fear of what lies behind these ballroom dance studio doors.  Bring a friend if you like.  The buddy system always helps elevate the jitters and anxiety of something new.   I'm so sure you will enjoy or staff and classes that we off FREE lesson to any first time student.  Its great.  Just bring yourself on in.  I'll be happy to introduce you to our friendly staff of instructors ans show you around the studio.  

Do it for YOU - because you deserve it.
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Excerpt from Dance Comp review -
​“I can’t count how many times I’ve yelled, cursed, and stamped my feet while attempting to do my best during practice. I’ve gotten so angry with myself for not being able to perform the simplest steps that I contemplated chopping off my legs. It feels as though I can’t do anything right and no matter how hard I try, I only do worse. Tension in my chest would build, I couldn’t think straight, and I grew more emotionally compromised. All I wanted to do was scream at the top of my lungs and cry out my frustration

We all have bad days, and this is something you have to accept. There are days when nothing goes right for us, no matter what we do to try to improve it, and we curse the Universe for it, but not every day is going to be full of sunshine and rainbows. If you’re having a bad day, just take it for what it is, accept that it’s out of your hands, and move on. Fighting it and obsessing over it will only frustrate you even further, so don’t force anything. You can tell yourself, “It’s just one of those days.” Tomorrow will be a different story. Live for the moment and drop all expectations. Just breathe, and deal with the cards you’re dealt. Life isn’t easy, and you don’t have to make it harder.”
 
            I just read this in my Dance Comp Review magazine and it really hit home with me. We all experience this at one time or another and it is true – it will pass.  You will get through it and you will accomplish that which you work hard to do.  With all our students working hard on their showcase routines and preparing for comp and even those simply wanting to improve their level of social dancing – we all experience this from time to time.  I want to encourage everyone and remind them we have seen your progress.  You may have forgotten your progress.  But it’s there.  Keep up the great work.  I’m on the side lines – your biggest fan and cheerleader.
Cathy Benton
Studio2C
 

It may be HOT outside but there is some COOL dancing going on inside Studio2C!  Come join us.  Its a great way to spend the hot summer days.

Private lessons seem to be the desired method of dance this month.    We offer group lessons as well but taking the private lessons gets you further faster in the process of learning how to dance.  Our group classes reinforce the private instruction.  The social parties are great for just having fun applying what you've learned at both.

Take advantage of our Introductory offer or just jump in with both feet and experience some cool dancing!

Call me with any questions you may have.

Students are learning East Coast Swing and Foxtrot right now!  Come on in and find out what all the fun it about.
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Our first annual Summer Festival is on its way.  It will be from  June 20 - August 5, 2016.  
"Elixir" is what we are calling it because it will be filled with lots of intoxicating events.

The festival is filled with fun, laughter and dancing - what better way to spend your Friday nights this summer?

There will be a new theme every Friday night with food and celebrations.
You will learn dances that are not offered in our regular group classes. These dances will reflect the evenings theme.  

Earn points toward really cool things such as:
Private Lessons
Shoes
Studio 2C jackets
Studio 2C shirts
Studio 2C Ultimate bag packs
 and more...

The festival is EXCLUSIVE to Sponsor Package members ONLY!
Be sure to ask your instructor or Cathy about how YOU can be a part of this event.

YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS!
​PARTY THE SUMMER AWAY DANCING!

It's important that we have the opportunity to assess your ability as well as your needs and wants. We also want the opportunity to expose you to the many aspects of what is unique about us. It is the exposure to our studio, staff, and genuine caring that sets us apart.

Experiencing the best possible side of ballroom dance should includes education about the proper shoes and dance attire as well as pairing you with an instructor that will be a perfect fit for your dance personality and goals. We want you to believe that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to with our help and lots of practice.

The most important part of our business is the people and their experience while in our care.

All of these things make Studio 2C the studio people are choosing.

Helping dreams come true every single day for the people who choose us!

~Cathy Benton