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Yvonne
Cimone, Director
Why
ballroom dancing? Let me share a bit of my personal
experience. Attending my very first ballroom dance
class well over a dozen years ago, I found myself
in a situation where I felt shy, awkward and unsure
that I really wanted to pursue this activity. Although
I viewed myself as mature, comfortable in business
relationships and social settings, I struggled to
find my place in this new arena. Patient teachers,
repetition, and a stick to it attitude helped me gain
confidence. I find I now hold my head higher, dress
differently and walk with greater assurance.
As
adult learners, whether male or female, we tend to
be more self directed which gives us the courage to
open ourselves to learning new and sometimes challenging
experiences. Moving on to dance lesson opportunities
throughout Delaware, the Eastern shore of Maryland
and Dance Camps in New York and PA, I was able to
transfer that confidence I had in my business and
personal life to the dance floor.
I
believe dance brings out a variety of differing experiences
for each of us. The lovely and ethereal Waltz guides
us in becoming more graceful and more self assured
while the Swing or
Jitterbug with its lively beat is such fun and can
uncover our hidden child. Tango emphasizes ways in
which we relate to each other as men and women and
the romance of a Fox Trot as you fairly float across
the dance floor together is enchanting. Learning the
Latin dances, Cha Cha, Samba, Salsa, Meringue, etc,
help develop an improved sense of rhythm and focus
along with increased energy level. These are earthy
and enjoyable to learn and fun to dance
One of my instructors once shared with me that everywhere
I step, I should, “…own that piece of
the floor.”
On a spiritual level, her statement made sense to
me and with each new step I felt more grounded and
centered as movement became art. That simple concept
forever changed me and the way I view and feel about
myself and my relationships with others. This is the
gift I hope to share with others as dance instructor
and coach.
Learning Social Dance is a great way to interact with
your partner, meet new friends and participate at
weddings, parties, cruises, and events where great
people get together. It is an investment that gives
back in many ways.
I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Yvonne
teaches dance and etiquette to adults, children and
special needs groups.
Email Yonne at:
Yvonne@dancemovesandmanners.com
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