TYPES OF PROGRAMS AND MEDALLIST STANDARDS OF
THE ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE SCHOOLS
1. INTRODUCTORY FOUNDATION PROGRAM:
This program is designed as an introduction to three or four
of the popular social dances. Its purpose is to develop movement, timing and
help students recognize different music. We also to teach basic leading and
following methods.
2. BRONZE:
Bronze is the full Social Standard. It will develop timing and
technique in as many as nine social dances or more. The styling will make the
student look nice and feel comfortable while on the dance floor. It will strengthen
leading and following to the point that no matter who the partner is, the student
will look poised and very good in as many as ten steps plus variations in each
of the dances. It will give the student all the confidence they will ever need
on the dance floor. Dancing at this level will remain with the student
as it will be pratically impossible to forget the basic elements of each dance.
Like riding a bike, it is the fun point in dancing when one doesn't have to
think about anything but enjoying their partner and having fun themself. Every
student will be checked out in each phase by an Arthur Murray Examiner.
WOW!! YOU ARE NOW A FULL-FLEDGED DANCER!!!!
3. SILVER:
Silver is a dance standard with a high degree of styling. Flashy moves make
these dances stand out on the dance floor. Continuity of movement makes
a dancer glide around the dance floor, with many changes in direction. Styling
makes them develop an individual character - some people become Smooth Dancers
while others become Latin Rhythm Dancers. Technique is very important
to develop continuity of movement. This standard is the beginning of the showy
and flashy dancing used mainly on the ballroom floor. A Silver dancer is definitely
noticed on a crowded floor.
4. GOLD:
Our Gold Standard is for the Stars! It is strictly a standard for the hobby
dancer or the person who wants to do exhibitions. Its intricate patterns are
only to be used when both partners really know what they are doing In otherwords,
don't try this at home! You could poke an eye out or step on someones foot!
Choreography, styling, technique and showmanship are necessities in this standard.
This cannot be used on a crowded dance floor. The smoothness and control make
this a beautiful standard to sit and watch. A student had better be prepared
to work if this is their standard, but they will truly be regarded as an outstanding
dancer able to excel in any dance.