What exactly is 'Ballroom Dancing'?
Ballroom dancing is kind of a catch-all term used to classify any of a number
of lead-and-follow partner dances. The most common dances fall into two
categories: Smooth such as Waltz and Foxtrot and Rhythm which
includes some Latin dances (such as cha-cha and rumba) as well as swing.
At most social ballroom dances, you will also see an occasional New York
Hustle. Visit our Ballroom Dance Facts page to
learn more.
Do I need a partner for either the classes or the dances?
Absolutely not! We will make sure there is someone there to dance with you.
Because ballroom dancing is based on a lead-and-follow principle, you will
actually become a better dancer in a shorter period of time if you experience
dancing with different partners.
What should I wear?
Dress comfortably for classes. At the social dances, you will see everything
from casual to evening wear.
What about shoes?
You don't have to have special shoes to enjoy ballroom dancing,
but it is important that the shoes you wear allow you to turn
easily on a finished wood floor. Sneakers will probably be
too "grippy". Some types of hard rubber-soled shoes can leave marks
on the floor. Leather soles are a good choice, and suede soles are best.
Most people who
intend
to dance
on a fairly regular basis find that a good pair of specially designed dance
shoes are well worth the nominal investment. We'll be glad to help you find
the pair that is right for you. Feel free to visit
our Online Dance
Shoe Store and look around!
How long will it take me to learn how to dance?
Everyone learns at a different pace - experience, coordination, commitment,
and choice of dances are all factors. We recommend that you participate
in a combination of private lessons, group classes, and social dances,
which will help
you
to learn
quickly
and retain the new information. As a very informal frame of reference,
we are confident that we can have you
dancing
comfortably
at your next
wedding reception
after about 6 private lessons.
How much will it cost me?
We have a very simple and very competitive pricing structure -- simply pay
as you go. We are confident that you will be back again without commiting
to an "Introductory
package" or signing a contract.
Call us or see our Offerings page for more details.