theconnectionsnj.com EAT, DRINK & CELEBRATE PAGE 23 Now that the pandemic restrictions are mostly lifted, in the world of social dancing, things have been moving forward at a great speed. Because of so many canceled travel plans, weddings, cruises, and celebrations of all kinds, people seem to be feverishly pursuing all that they have taken for granted. If these two years have taught us anything it is that life is precious and must not be wasted. “At the Arthur Murray Dance Centers of Central NJ, serving the three locations of Green Brook, Highland Park, andManalapan, we have seen a great influx of folks returning to social gatherings – many of which involve dancing!” says Michelle Garced, Co-Director of the schools. “In addition to teaching couples looking to learn their first dance for their big wedding day, we have many couples that want to learn how to dance who are parents of the bride or groom or even the wedding party itself” she added. Garced also tells of how many Golden Agers have waited to learn for many years and now feel it is time for them to check “learning to dance” off their bucket list. Many of our students decide to make dancing their new hobby and some even perform or go on to dance at a competitive level!” She and her husband and partner Emilio have been teaching for over 45 years. In fact, their Highland Park location is celebrating its 40th year of business. The Manalapan location is hitting its stride in its 5th year and the Green Brook location, approaching 25 years in business, has just moved. The new location, literally across the highway, is now in the Westbound direction on Route 22 in the Green Brook Plaza. “The benefits of learning to dance are numerous.” Garced continued. “Some of the main rewards to be had are weight loss, increased flexibility and overall fitness, overcoming shyness, improved self-confidence, as well as improved posture and balance. We have so many wonderful students who report that their friends and relatives have told them how much more youthful they appear! Besides the health and physical benefits, dancing helps to turn back the clock by way of released endorphins and positivity resulting from that fantastic sense of accomplishment, the mental stimulation from having to learn something new and especially the feeling of being part of a wonderful community!” The Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Centers is a world-wide company now in its 110th year. All of the staff are award-winning, internationally certified professionals. Their famous “Three Point System” of teaching has held up as a tried and true method guaranteeing success to every level of students’ ability. Garced happily brags about some of their youngest stars as well as some who are well into their 80’s and 90’s! You can come with or without a partner. Go and pay a visit, if even to check out the new Green Brook digs. See the ad for more details on how to get started. To quote Kathryn Murray, “Put a little fun in your life - try dancing!” Arthur Murray Dance Centers 326 US 22 West Suites 11-13A Green Brook, NJ 08812 732-968-7600 amdancing.com COMMENDS CONNECTION Fall In Love WITH DANCE become the dancer you always wanted to be! LATIN/SALSA | SWING | BALLROOM WEDDING DANCE | COUNTRY & WESTERN WALTZ | TANGO | FOX TROT COME SEE US AT OUR NEW LOCATION! 326 US 22 W SUITES 11-13A GREEN BROOK Singles & Couples Invited! No Partner Necessary *Promotion for new students only. Cannot be combined. 732-968-7600 www.amdancing.com EXTENDING OUR $25 NEW STUDENT SPECIAL
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