DSC Pro Takes Open Rhythm Championship Title Home to DSC!

DSC certainly left its mark on Georgia this weekend! DanceSport Carolina pros Lauren Kingsley, Steven Guyler, and Anthony McKnight exited the ballroom to a STANDING OVATION at the conclusion of championship events this past Saturday! What makes the ovation even more impressive? Those cheering were students, teachers, and owners of OTHER studios! "That's just the magic of DSC", explains pro Anthony McKnight (the weekend's Open Rhythm Champion) "its not enough to be the best on the dance floor. Thats only part of it. We want to be the best representatives of a company and brand that stands for character, decorum, integrity, and excellence in an industry where those qualities are waaay undervalued". Perhaps there is something to the "whole package" mentality held by DanceSport Carolina and exemplified by Tony. He walked away from the weekend with a score sheet full of golds and the event's Open Rhythm Championship title. Those who are fortunate enough to see him in training or were in attendance on Saturday know why! When asked his secret? "I just try to give 110% to everything, every time. Every dance, every practice, every student, every routine. Its how I attack everything I do, and I guess it pays off". Pay off it did!

DSC Takes the Georgia Star Ball by Storm!

DSC Pro's Steven Guyler, Lauren Kingsley, and Anthony McKnight, along with DSC amateur Elise' Marshallova traveled to Atlanta, Georgia this weekend in order to bring home some more of what DanceSport Carolina likes best....GOLD!! Competing in everything from open Foxtrot, Waltz, Vienesse Waltz, Rumba, ChaCha, Swing and Mambo heats to Ballroom and Latin Championships, the two couples are bringing the heat that DSC is known for! In an quick phone-call from Lauren, she shared how "overwhelming it is to see the magic of DSC spread and fill even an outside ballroom. Within a few heats, other studio's spectators were cheering for US!" Known best for its top-notch dancing and first-class sportsmanship, DSC dancers surely leave an impression where ever they go! Final rankings and scores will be posted here at the weekend's conclusion! Go Team DSC!!!

DSC and Ronald McDonald House Charlotte!

From day one of their life-changing venture opening DanceSport Carolina, Thomas and Elizabeth Malvasia were sure of one thing, they wanted their business to be more than simply a place to learn the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, or chacha, they wanted it to be a pillar of the community. From its earliest days, DanceSport Carolina has supported numerous charities and organizations. One DSC student says, "It doesn't matter what the cause, Thomas and Elizabeth ALWAYS donate and so generously. From small, church based drives to bigger and more high-profile events and charities, they are quick to volunteer their time, talent, and resources".

With the growth and success of DanceSport Carolina, including its expanding with a second studio location in the Lake Wylie/ Ft Mill area and ownership of TWO NDCA-sanctioned ballroom dancesport championships, Thomas and Elizabeth realized they were in a position to really make a difference.

"I have always felt that success should be less about what it can do for your own pride and self-image, and more about what it allows you to do for your fellow man and community" says Elizabeth Malvasia. Thomas adds, "Someday, I will pass DanceSport Carolina down to my children, and when I do, I want to pass with it a legacy of community involvement and compassion".

The building of a new Ronald McDonald House in Charlotte seemed the perfect opportunity to get involved at the root of a charity. Thomas and Elizabeth, along with their DanceSport Carolina staff wasted no time in coming up with ways to get involved. The first of which will coincide with their spring event "The Southern Paradise Ball". Attendants of the event are asked to bring adult and children's fiction books with them to donate to the house, with the goal of FILLING the house's two libraries. "I don't want to generate some books. I want to personally fill both libraries" says Elizabeth Malvasia. "DSC students are the greatest! They are driven, passionate, and caring. I know when presented with an opportunity to give back, they are going to do so with a vengance!"

For more information on how you or others can assist in DanceSport Carolina's efforts, call their main office at 704 299 4003 and ask for Thomas or Elizabeth Malvasia. For information on the Southern Paradise Ball, where a drop-off will be running all day April 17th, visit http://www.southernparadiseball.com/.

Stay tuned for more updates on how DSC is not only getting involved in, but changing their community!

"Big Band in the Big Easy" Photo Teasers...

The band!

The evening's hosts and DanceSport Carolina owners, Thomas & Elizabeth!

Crawfish pie!

An extra-peppy Linday Hop!

Some of the first guests to arrive...

Many more photos and video to come! Check back for updates! Also, for more photos and to experience the party from the eyes (and cameras!) of our students, visit: www.facebook.com/dancesportcarolina

Up next on the DSC event schedule is the "Southern Paradise Ball" Dancesport Championship, April 17th, 2011 at the Ballantyne Resort and Spa in Charlotte! One of only two NDCA-sanctioned Ballroom and Latin dance championships in Charlotte, both hosted by DSC owners Thomas and Elizabeth!

For more information visit: www.southernparadiseball.com

DanceSport Carolina's next live music dance event is the "Sizzlin Salsa" party in June! Stay tuned for more information!

"Big Band in the Big Easy" 2011!

As the Carolina's ONLY exclusive Ballroom and Latin dance studio, DanceSport Carolina both offers and hosts a variety of events and competitions throughout the year! Not the least of which is their annual "Big Band in the Big Easy" Mardi Gras celebration! Maintaining their reputation of nothing less than the best, DanceSport Carolina's "Big Band in the Big Easy" event features a live brass and swing band, catered New Orleans style hot and heavy Hors D'oeuvres, and a staff that is both decked out in 20's glam attire and ready to dance! Students also attend in costume and dance the evening away, breaking only for a bite to eat, or to watch some of DSC's award-winning and nationally recognized professionals take to the floor for either a rehearsed or impromptu show! An incredible evening was had by all!