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How to Choose a Dance Studio  
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My dance studio was like a second home for me so I know how important it is to choose one that fits you and your needs. Here is some help on choosing a dance studio.

1.	Think about what you are looking for in your dance studio. Are you training to be a professional dancer? Are you trying to lose weight? Are you dancing for fun? It is important that if you are serious about dance that you don't get stuck in recreation-oriented classes. At the same time, joining a difficult class (if that isn't what you want) can lessen your enjoyment.
2.	Talk to local dancers you know. See what they have to say about the dance studios.
3.	When you have a list of studios from friends (if you don't have any dancer friends, look in the yellow pages)make a decision on how far you are willing to commute. Do you want to be able to walk there? Is driving for 30 minutes going to be okay?
4.	Call the studio. Depending on your goals (weight loss, fun, improvement...) you may not be willing to alter your schedule a lot to include classes. Be sure you explain to the owner of the studio when you could take class, as well as your skill level. He or she will probably have a schedule, but the names of the classes can be confusing.
5.	Once you have narrowed down your list by class times and varieties, go to the studios still on your list to watch a class. Usually, you can participate in a class without paying if you ask. Don't be put off by the exterior of dance studios. Usually, the outsides are really, really trashy, but often the inside will be brightly painted and welcoming.
6.	How big is the class? If you want individual correction, 15-20 people is way too many for one teacher.
7.	Choose your favorite!

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