AM Update: “On the Move and In the Groove”

AM Update: “On the Move and In the Groove”

  Hello Family, I know that it’s been a while since you heard from me and I wanted to reassure you that I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth yet. Life has been great but busy for us as an organization and I wanted to take a moment to share with you a few of...

Dance Instructor: It’s More Than a Title

During my tenure as an instructor, I’ve come to understand a few things about people and perception, especially as it relates to the expectations others have of us once we take on that title. Understanding what ownership of the title infers for the astute instructor...
The Brain Science of Steppin’

The Brain Science of Steppin’

Remember the first time you saw a group of people Steppin’? Remember not ever wanting to leave the dance floor when you began dancing? For some people, the euphoria provided by Steppin’ keeps them going from set to set. Others discover that the feelings associated...
Still Here, Still Steppin

Still Here, Still Steppin

I know it’s been a long, long time since my last blog and I was reminded of this at a steppers event that I attended this past weekend… I have to admit, when I created the site for Artistic Motions, with the instructional videos, interviews, blog etc., I had way too...
Steppin’ to Change the World: A Paradigm Shift

Steppin’ to Change the World: A Paradigm Shift

Today is April Fool’s Day, but it appears that I’m the only one who’s been a fool. I have been retired since October of 2013 and I can honestly say that I’ve worked harder since retirement than I ever worked as an employee of AT&T. I’ve seen the sun come up on...
Stepper, Know Thyself

Stepper, Know Thyself

 This past Friday I had the pleasure of seeing a gentleman that I had come to know as a very accomplished stepper back in 2002.  He’s a  great guy, who asked not to be named when I share this story, but suffice it to say that the first time I saw him Chicago  Steppin’...