STEP TWO:

BEGINNER CLASSES are faster-paced.  If you learn movement quickly, are brushing up your dancing, or have studied other dance disciplines go ahead and start with a BEGINNER MONTH ONE class where you'll learn one dance for an hour each week for one month. 

STEP THREE PLUS:

At the end of BEGINNER MONTH ONE you may decide you have learned enough dance steps for now in that dance and begin learning a new dance in a new BEGINNER class series.  Or you may continue to BEGINNER MONTH TWO and learn more step patterns in the same dance. 

Next month decide whether to continue to INTERMEDIATE class, and then ADVANCED class to learn more dance steps  ---- or to begin learning a new dance in a new BEGINNER class.  You can take different BEGINNER MONTH ONE classes every month if you'd like.  There's lots of different music out there and one dance doesn't suit all. 

ALSO we encourage you to join INTRO TO DANCE and our weekly Socials each month for review.

There are 4 stages to the learning process:
Unconsciously Incompetent (a blissful state);
Consciously Incompetent (very uncomfortable);
Consciously Competent (Progress!); and
Unconsciously Competent (Definitely worth the work!) 

The term "social" dancing says it all, and the vast majority of people find dancing to be one great way of socializing and learning to laugh with others and  at ourselves.  A true natural high.

1) Dance is a different world, where the highest math is 123 123 and where it's okay "not to know" since that's where we all begin.. Dance classes are different from college credit classes, where "passing" is by knowing the information. Muscle memory takes longer to incorporate than brain memory.

2) Better to retake classes until the steps are so smooth people think you've been dancing for years. When watching better dancers you'll note that they don't use many moves, they just look great at what they do.

3) Partner dancing is easier than it looks. The true challenge is in your own determination and commitment. Even small improvements in memory, knowledge, endurance, timing, musical coordination, teamwork and communications skills will soon begin to increase your confidence and your eagerness to learn.

WHAT IS PRIVATE INSTRUCTION?     Private instruction is one-to-one learning, whether as a single or a couple, and is tailored to suit the learning needs of each student. This allows you the freedom to advance at your own pace, learning techniques too subtle to learn in group classes. These are the lessons that will help develop all the necessary skills to make you an excellent dancer. Private lessons can cover one or several dances during the lesson, & can be either 1/2 or 1/hour long.  See Pricing

WHAT IS GROUP INSTRUCTION?     Group instruction primarily focuses on dancing patterns and involves many students under the direction of one instructor. Group lessons generally run for a series of (4) weeks, teaching patterns of a certain "level". No partner is necessary as we rotate  partners frequently during class.. Save $$ by prepaying your classes by the month.   See Pricing

SHOULD I TAKE GROUP  OR PRIVATE INSTRUCTION  Ideally a combination of private and group instruction is the best choice. Receive quantity of patterns in group classes; add quality of movement to your dancing in private lessons

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TAKE A LESSON?     Because you are new to dancing, the frequency of your first lessons is key to your success. When you first begin, we recommend a MINIMUM of 2 lessons per week, private and/or group and/or practice. This will help you retain your information easily and make better progress.  KEEP COMING BACK!  THE PROGRAM WORKS!

WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL A LESSON?     The studio realizes there may be occasions when your scheduled appointment may not be convenient. We can change your appointment to a more appropriate time, however we do ask that you provide us with a 24 hours notice when rescheduling. This allows your instructor to accommodate another student in your original time slot. The studio reserves the right to charge those students who cancel their lessons on less than 24 hour notice. MISSED GROUP CLASSES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE.

DO I WEAR ANYTHING SPECIAL FOR MY LESSONS or CLASSES?     It is recommended that you wear clothing that will give you freedom of movement. Many women find loose slacks or a full skirt to be most comfortable. Men find sport or polo shirts and loose slacks the most comfortable. Jeans and sweat clothes are not recommended.  Shoes with a thin, flexible sole are best for men. Women should wear a heel, since that is the normal shoe of choice when dressing up. Walking shoes with thick soles or rubber soles, sneakers or athletic shoes are not recommended for dancing. Although comfortable, they are not flexible enough for dancing, and may even encourage injury. Special footwear designed for dancing in a variety of styles is available to you through dance stores or the internet.

HOW DO I PRACTICE MY DANCING?     DanceWell has BEGINNER DANCES every Thursday so students can practice their dancing, and monthly SATURDAY SOCIALS for all dance levels.   The parties give you the chance to dance in a "nightclub" atmosphere that will help you recognize one dance from another, dance with multiple partners, and learn to maneuver on a crowded dance floor. You needn't wait until you think you are good enough to attend a party. Going to these sessions right away will help you build your confidence and become better, faster. 

Additional practice time may be purchased at the cooperative studio where we hold classes.

And there are nights out on the town, and events with lots of interesting variation