Private Lessons

Private lessons are the perfect space to take a deep dive into your dance. During this time, you will get to work on specific goals, get targeted feedback, and have guided practice.  I have over 20 years of experience working with couples, singles, and small groups of all experience levels and love tailoring this time to your unique objectives!

Wedding couples often use private lessons to prepare for their first dance. Together, we navigate the details and devise a plan that suits your personality as a couple. This can help to alleviate the stress and worry of performing and allows you to relax and enjoy your moment on the dance floor.

I teach numerous dance styles including (but not limited to) Waltz, Fox Trot, American Tango, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Argentine Tango, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Two Step, and Night Club Two Step.

Pricing

One private lesson: $82

Package of 10 private lessons: $740

  • Lesson length: 1 hour

  • Private lessons may include one or two students; pricing changes for groups of three or more

  • 10‑pack payment option: split into two payments of $370 — first payment due at the first lesson, second payment due at the fourth lesson

  • Packages expire one year after the purchase date (or one year after the first payment if paid in two installments)

Prices effective 6/1/2026

If cost is a barrier, please let me know and we can explore alternative payment options. I'm happy to work with you to find a solution.

Getting Started

SCHEDULING

If you would like to schedule a lesson, please contact me and let me know your availability. We can schedule a one-time session or set up recurring lessons. Lessons are available weekdays and weekends, afternoons and evenings—scheduling can be tailored to your needs.

PAYMENT

Payment can be taken care of in advance or by the end of the first lesson with an online payment (PayPal, Venmo or Zelle), cash, or check. Please message me for details.

CANCELLATION POLICY

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

Please err on the side of caution and stay home if you feel under the weather.

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. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

One lesson is a full hour and is held at Open Space Studios, 1711 North Main Street, Blacksburg, VA 24060.

We share the building with several other businesses, and most of the time, the front entrance is unlocked, especially during normal business hours. However, if you arrive before me, there is a chance the entrance will be locked, so just hang tight. Once you enter the building, the studio is to the right through another set of glass doors. If you can, arrive 5 minutes early to change shoes, use the restroom, take care of payment if needed, etc.

If you are late, I may still need to end the lesson on time, and the time missed will not necessarily be made up. I value your time and will make every effort to respect it by arriving on time, contacting you if I am running late, and making up missed time if I am late.

You will get the most out of your time if you brainstorm ahead of time about what you would like to work on and come prepared with questions. With that said, it is not uncommon to not know where to start, and that’s okay! We will spend some time in each lesson making a plan and 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 water cooler to fill your bottle. I occasionally have canned drinks on hand, so feel free to ask. 

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 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.