Our Goal-
Our Lessons are predominantly Adult Ballroom Dance Instruction using a structured syllabi and dance technique with occasional workshops and specialty classes, including classical dances and fitness that produces frequent, loyal, passionate, healthy, happy, proficient, confident, successful and socially active students. It will also be the epicenter for our students social dance developme
nt by hosting group classes, and in the future weekly Practice Dances, Monthly Social Public Dances and Large Dance Events and Annual Professional Coaching Consultants to give the students a strong dance community environment built on trust, commitment, professionalism, technique and a fun inviting, accepting, warm but lively club like atmosphere. Also we are not only committed to the highest standard of instruction, technique, and customer service but taking a great responsibility to learning about the students as individuals and helping them grow as proficient technical dancers and confident people from every walk of life regardless of age, size, race, class, culture, religion, sexual orientation, dance proficiency level or dance goal. As dance instructors we want to embrace our community and diversity as well as give back to local artists, artisans, small businesses and local causes and charities through dance events to not only raise awareness and help our community but utilize our family of dancers in their interests and art to give back and make a difference. We encourage our students to help one another and encourage one another with kindness and understanding between the levels with mutual respect that creates a supportive and accepting community like atmosphere. We believe dance can change people one at a time and through that sense of community, help positive change in not just the dance community but the whole local community. Philosophy of Teaching-
For us, teaching is not just about technique and perfection, though it is important, it’s also
about helping someone realize a dream, a goal, an improvement of self. When teaching, you touch people’s lives and they intern touch yours as well and
that inspiration drives us. It’s what lights us up and makes us love to teach. Teaching dance is all about helping the individual or group of individuals by
guiding them so that they can achieve not just grace and poise and beautiful technique,
but also help with who they become. People dance for many reasons and being a teacher
you serve many roles to people. Therapist, comedian, parent, drill sergeant, physical therapist, marriage counselor, wedding planner, inspirational speaker, mentor and many more. That confidence they find will bleed into everything they do and teach them that they are worth it and things are worth working for. It teaches to never stop pursuing greatness, to never give up hope on something they want to achieve, that you are never without that chance. To the aspiring professional dancer it teaches discipline, drive, humility, passion, technique, healthy competitiveness and achievement. It teaches everyone creativity and versatility, commitment, teamwork, respect for others, self-confidence and self-respect and so much more. And once they have that sense of self the
possibilities are endless. This is why we teach. Our Classes, Structure and Techniques Offered-
Our Studio’s students will be taught a comprehensive, progressive, structured, level/ medalist style ballroom dancing syllabi. We will be offering group and possibly future private lessons in the various skill levels and technique styles using the DVIDA Syllabi. Other styles of dance or fitness will be included throughout the year as bonus workshops to help give our students the best opportunity to broaden their education and continue to inspire and enlighten the studio on the various forms of dance styles and fitness. Each Group Class is $10.00 per person (Future Private Lesson Rates $75.00)
Sample styles of these dances in Bronze 1-4, Silver 1-4 and Gold levels include but aren’t limited to-
American Ballroom- Smooth- Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz
American Ballroom – Rhythm/Latin- Swing, Hustle, ChaCha, Rumba, Bolero, Samba and Mambo
International – Quick Step, West Coast, Argentine Tango
Various Specialty Dances- Merenge, Bachata, Zoosk, Salsa, Jive
Also beginner to intermediate-
Other Possible Classical Dance and Fitness- Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Lyrical, Belly Dance
Group Classes-
These 1 hour classes divided into levels and technique styling. Our calendar includes American Ballroom technique in Beginner, Bronze 1-4, Associate Silver and also specialty classes using current popular International dances. Each student is working on a medalist level based system and will be placed into a corresponding leveled class with their peers with an instructor. As they proceed from level to level based on their ability and skill they will be also progressing through the class levels. This keeps goals in mind and keeps the classes well structured and easily maintained so students are learning at the appropriate pace based on their individual needs and education. Future Possible Private Lessons-
These are 40 minute lessons that are one on one with their primary instructor. These lessons are private and used to ensure technique and structure is maintained and details and personal concerns are met
Education and Experience-
36 years of combined dancing experience
15 years of teaching experience
10 years competitive experience
6 years of professional performing and choreography experience
Certifications through USA Dance and Gym
