--- product_id: 1423231 title: "Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing: Ace Your Wedding Dance and Keep Cool on a Cruise, at a Formal, and in Dance Classes" brand: "james joseph" price: "86.20 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1423231-every-mans-survival-guide-to-ballroom-dancing-ace-your-wedding store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing: Ace Your Wedding Dance and Keep Cool on a Cruise, at a Formal, and in Dance Classes **Brand:** james joseph **Price:** 86.20 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing: Ace Your Wedding Dance and Keep Cool on a Cruise, at a Formal, and in Dance Classes by james joseph - **How much does it cost?** 86.20 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1423231-every-mans-survival-guide-to-ballroom-dancing-ace-your-wedding) ## Best For - james joseph enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted james joseph brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing: Ace Your Wedding Dance and Keep Cool on a Cruise, at a Formal, and in Dance Classes ## Images ![Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing: Ace Your Wedding Dance and Keep Cool on a Cruise, at a Formal, and in Dance Classes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719yc5GX5pL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Best for beginner dancers AND teachers, men AND women *by D***S on Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2017* James Joseph's survival guide ought to be required reading for beginner dancers, dancers wanting to make their dancing more musical and responsive to their partner, and even for teachers who want to give their students a great start to a future of enjoyable dances. Despite the (unfortunate but understandable) "Man" in the title, women can benefit from this book, too.Dance is about responding to the music that moves your spirit. Different music and different dance styles appeal differently to different people. This is NOT a book to teach you any specific dance or any specific moves. As the book points out, you have group classes, private lessons, YouTube videos, and other resources for that. This is a book about fundamental principles that will help any dancer with any style of social dance. It is the kind of information that every teacher should be conveying to their students over the course of their lessons.Alas, so much of dance instruction is about the pattern of the week (or month series). That way students can feel they got a specific "product" in return for their money and time. But rich, rewarding dance wants to be more about a dancer's relationship to the music and to their partner. When we have those fundamentals, then patterns become useful tools, not an end in themselves. The patterns are to dance as kata (forms) are to martial arts. They inform how to move the body and what is possible.Yes, the book makes the assumption that the "Man" leads. That gender assumption is challenged all the time in modern dance scenes. (The book does suggest in a paragraph that dancers can benefit from learning the opposite role. I wholeheartedly agree.) Practically everything in the book is something that either partner will find useful and helpful. Consider, for example, musicality, a major part of the book. Dance partners make a richer, more rewarding connection with each other when they both respond to a "leader" they have in common -- the music!The Kindle version of the book disappointed a bit in a few aspects. First, the Table of Contents does not include Chapter titles, only numbers. Second, the tables are difficult to read. Third, although the in-book hyperlinks are a wonderful help, there is no ability to immediately return to where you jumped from! Limitations of the Kindle interface, not the book.I've been dancing ballroom smooth, Latin, and swing dances for three decades, and more recently Argentine tango. As I read this book I found myself repeatedly nodding my head and saying, "Exactly!" This information presents a mature approach to getting the most out of dance instruction. Mr. Joseph writes in a highly approachable, friendly, and easy to understand manner.I recommend this book highly for men and women (i.e., ballroom "dancers") who are beginner dancers OR teachers who want to do right by their students. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Very Engaging and Helpful but Doesn't replace Professional Instruction *by 3***D on Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2017* I really liked this book. I have been struggling with learning ballroom dancing for several years and yet I often feel like a beginner. The author has been through this exact experience and had the same feeling. He had me saying to myself, "This guy really understands me. Not just generally but exactly." He give excellent advice about how to get started...advice which may have been bypassed in one's group lessons.I had the opportunity to check out a few of the specifics with a professional teacher and the book was spot on.However, when I finished the last paragraph, I was left with a sort of empty feeling, as if to say, "What do I do now?"My advice to wannabe social dancers is to read and enjoy this book. Pay attention to the advice give but then look for a good teacher. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Every Man's Survival Guide to Ballroom Dancing *by J***B on Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2010* A great book for any man (or woman) who has experienced reluctance to go out on the dance floor. Not only does it provide the beginning dancer with answers to questions they didn't know they needed to ask, but it gives much needed encouragement and support. The author, tho now an experienced dancer, clearly remembers the beginnings of his dance career, and writes with empathy and understanding for those going through this stage. He provides an excellent analysis of music and movement along with practice exercises Though a person can't learn to dance from a book, this provides an adjunct to classes where a person can learn in the privacy of his/her home, avoid the self consciousness that makes us loose our concentration, and learn to gain confidence as a dancer.In addition, the book is enjoyable to read. It is written with humor, warmth and a nonjudgmental relaxed attitude - all the qualities we need when we dance. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1423231-every-mans-survival-guide-to-ballroom-dancing-ace-your-wedding](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/1423231-every-mans-survival-guide-to-ballroom-dancing-ace-your-wedding) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-09*