Step 1.
Location, location, location
The most important thing about taking dance lessons is repetition. If you have large gaps between lessons you will retain less per lesson. There are dance studios every where. Having a dance studio that is conveniently located to home or work will make getting to the dance studio easier. A dance studio that is to far or out of the way will make it much more difficult to get to the studio.
Find dance studios in your area. Use our Dance Studio Locator to find a dance studio near you. Ballroom, Latin, Hip Hop, just enter a zip code, how far you are willing to drive, a dance style and we will show you the best dance studios in your area.
Step 2.
Set a Goal
Many people want to take dance lessons for different reasons. What’s yours? A special occasion (wedding, prom), cruise, to exercise or meet new friends are a few of the reasons. When you go to a studio have a goal in mind. Your dance studios instructors will be able to serve your much better if they know what you want to achieve.
Step 3.
Professionalism
Check out a few different dance studios. Most dance studios will offer group and private lessons. A mixture of the two is by far the best. Some people are active in several dance studios.
Most dance studios will offer a introductory package that will allow you to give them a “test drive” so to speak. Mention learntodance.com and get the first lesson for half price!
How many teachers do they have?
A word about contracts. Many dance studios use contracts. Lots of people don’t like them but they are used to protect both parties involved. The bad thing about a contract is when the dance studio wants you to sign up for a ridiculous number of lessons. Negotiate!
1. Decide which type of dance you want to learn. Dance styles have different names so it can be confusing.
2. Go to a nightclub offering introductory lessons, or a studio guest party this is a great way to get a feel for what you want to learn.
3. After an introduction to several dancing styles, choose a class at a dance studio, or choose some instructional materials on DVD or video tape. There are even books that can help. Use our Dance Studio Locator to find a studio in your area.
4. Contact the studio. Many have e-mail links or links to the studio website. Or write down the phone number and give them a ring. Most studios do not open until after lunch, unless it is on the weekend.
5. Ask to observe a class or mention www.learntodance.com as many offer a free introductory lesson or discounted off to our users.
6. Dress in comfortable way. The style of dance you are learning will have a great deal on how you should dress.
7. Dance with as many different partners as you can. This helps the man become a better leader and helps the lady develop following skills.
8. Go the studio Practice Parties. This is the best practice since you have teachers to dance with as well.