Getting started with private lessons.

Once you have your first lesson scheduled, here are some details to know that will make your first lesson run smoothly and leave more time for dancing. Please have a read beforehand and let me know if you have any questions. Thanks!

PAYMENT

One private lesson costs $72 an hour, and a ten private lesson package costs $640. A private lesson is with 1-2 students. Pricing may change with three or more students. The 10-pack can be paid in halves, $320 at the first lesson and $320 at the fourth lesson. The lesson package expires one year after the purchase date (1st payment in the case of splitting )

CANCELATION POLICY

Please extend 24-hour notice when possible. I reserve the right to charge for the lesson when less notice is given.

REFUND POLICY

Lessons are non-refundable once the lesson is completed. If you have purchased a package and would like a refund before the package is completed, you must request within six months of the purchase date and within 30 days of the last lesson taken. Once you request a refund, it will be processed within 30 days. A refund negates the package discount, and each lesson that has been used will be charged at the single lesson rate.

WHAT TO EXPECT

One lesson is a full hour.

If you can, arrive 5 minutes early to change shoes, use the restroom, take care of payment if needed, etc. If the dance floor is unoccupied, you are welcome to go in and warm up. If you are late, I may still need to end the lesson on time, and the time missed will not necessarily be made up. If I am late, I will ensure your time is made up. I value your time and will make every effort to respect it.

I think it’s helpful to think beforehand about what you would like to work on and come prepared with questions. We will spend some time in each lesson discussing any new goals or questions that come up.  

TRACKING LESSONS

For each continuing student, I create a spreadsheet on Google Docs to track lessons and payments and take notes on what is covered in each lesson. This spreadsheet will be shared with you, and you can read the notes and add to them as you'd like.  

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING

The studio space has a wonderful bamboo floor that is easily scratched, so shoes with smooth or soft soles are appreciated. You may be asked to dance in socks if your shoes have sharp heels or rough soles. Otherwise, you may wear what feels comfortable. The same goes for your clothes. You might consider how it moves and if it allows you to move your legs and arms freely. 

Please bring a water bottle. There is a kitchen sink to fill your bottle but no water fountain. I occasionally have drinks on hand, so feel free to ask. 

CODE OF CONDUCT

Please read the code of conduct before your first lesson. By attending the lesson, I will assume you have read and agree to it.