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Watch this moving interview and see how Mike’s life was changed when he stumbled upon a simple offer and decided to come in a Fred Astaire Dance Studio for a FREE Private Dance Lesson. Now, 3 years later, he has lost over 100 lbs, is happier, and has learned a skill that will last him a lifetime and is having a blast while doing it.
The following is the transcription of his interview. Please be sure to make a comment below and let us know what you think!
Mike Uhrick first came to Fred Astaire Dance Studio on December, 2007 and has been dancing with us ever since. He lost over 103 lbs during his first 28-month journey with dancing.
What made you decide to come in and join The Fred Astaire Dance Studio?
What were your goals when you first started dancing?
What has dancing done for you?
Mike comes to the studio about 3 to 5 times a week . He also gets about 1 hour of practice a week outside of the studio.
Tell us more about your Weight Loss journey. What did you do before dancing and how did it work?
What can you tell us about your Journey with Fred Astaire and Dance? And How do you feel now?
Mike has received about 150 private dance lessons in the last 3 years.
Are you happy about What Dancing and Fred Astaire Studios has done for you?
Yes, I came in basically trying to get some exercise and lose some weight. And I can dance now. I have a skill. And I tend to think I’m pretty good at it and I’m getting better every time. So, Yes I’m happy about it.
What was it like the first time you came into the dance studio?
I’ll be honest. I was kind of shy and I felt a little intimidated at first. You come in here and see people dancing very well and you’re thinking: “oh, well, I’m never going to get to that level. And I learned real quickly that no matter where you are and at any level and beginning, as you get better, everybody is very supportive of you and gives encouragement to you and they give you tips and people help you practice. It’s nice.
What would be your advice to people about dancing?
I found it very fun and challenging. Everyday I’d come in here for a lesson and it’s always something new. It’s either a new step or maybe going back and work on something you’ve done before and making it better. But it’s always something interesting and new every time I come in here.
Mike has participated in several Studio and Regional Competition Events and has performed several dance routines in different studio shows and productions.
What are your goals now that you’ve gotten this far?
Well, I kind of have a running joke that every time I hit a goal that I’ve been trying to reach, as far as my weight, I say: “Well, I want to lose another 20 lbs.” But as far as the dancing goes, just learning more dances and getting better continuing to grow and improve and always trying to be perfect at it.
What would you say to someone who’s in the same position you were in?
I’d say “give it a try”. I was a little nervous when I first came in here and didn’t know what to expect. I came in and took the free lesson and was very impressed that how supportive everybody was and it wasn’t all that scary. So, I’d say give it a try and see what you think? If you like it, go with it.
Well, Mike. You said that dancing have changed your life. Has it helped you with the ladies at all?
Well, the short answer is: Yes, it has a lot.
Congratulations with your progress keep it up we are all proud of you very much Mike
Mike, YOU ARE most definitely an inspiration to all of us. Your success have made me want to sign up for dance lessons and quit all these stupid diets. Good Luck
I am so so proud of Mike! He worked so hard to achieve his goal! Dancing is so great in so many ways, who wouldn’t want to dance!