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Dance FAQ

Do I need a partner to dance?
No, you don't. Group classes and dance parties encourage social interaction and everybody enjoys dancing with a variety of different people. Private lessons are designed for a couple or for a single person.

What is the difference between group and private lessons?
A private lesson is personalized to your specific needs and is focused on you, or you and a partner. A group class may have a large number of people in attendance and you don't receive individualized attention. While groups are fun and a great complement to private lessons, private lessons offer more information, customized to help you achieve personal dance goals.

What shoes should I wear?
To start with, you do not need any special type of dance shoe. We recommend that men wear shoes that feel comfortable, not too heavy, yet offer good support. Leather soles are OK, but avoid shoes that might leave black marks on the dance floor. For the ladies we recommend shoes with a supported back. No flip-flops or sling backs. Sneakers are not a good choice, because they prevent moving smoothly.

How should I dress?
For weekend dances, we advise dressy casual wear. Male dancers in our studio often wear sport shirts and cotton pants or lightweight dress slacks. A few ladies enjoy dressing up for the evening. Others choose comfortable lighter-weight garments Even air-conditioned ballrooms can feel warm during a series of fast dances.

For a special night out at our dance studio with co-workers, we recommend wearing whatever you wear to work, whether that means casual wear or business clothes.

When in doubt about what to wear...?
Always feel free to contact our studio. We'll be happy to advise you on what to wear, given the class, workshop or special event.