For socials and group classes check out the Dancewell calendar
Q: What do I need to bring to my first lesson?
A: Comfortable shoes and a water bottle
Q: What should I wear?
A: Comfortable clothing
Q: Do I need dance shoes?
A: Dance shoes are not needed for beginners. Any shoes that won't easily slide off the foot would work. Please avoid shoes with rubber soles such as boots as they can leave marks on the dance floor.
Q: Where can I purchase dance shoes?
A: The Glass slipper or the Leotard are both good options. Make sure to buy shoes with suede soles.
Q: Do you teach children?
A: Yes, I can teach children or adults. Children need to be accompanied by adults if they are under the age of 18 for every lesson.
Q: What payments are accepted?
A: I accept Paypal, Venmo, check, or cash.
Practice
Q: What dance socials do you recommend?
A: Dancewell Ballroom, Shawn Gardner, Uptown Ballroom, Son Latino, Sesame Club and Rae Loft PDX
Weddings
Q: Can you choreograph dances for my wedding?
A: Yes, I can choreograph dances for weddings or other special occasions.
Q: How many lessons are recommended for a wedding dance routine?
A: Usually a 10 lesson package is recommended to start.
Competitive Dancing
Q: Can I compete in competitions?
A: Yes! Anyone can do it.
Q: When are competitions?
A: Competitions happen all year-round.
Q: Do I have to be a certain level to compete?
A: No, anyone can compete from newcomer to gold; there are various levels throughout, so anyone can compete.
Q: Is there an age limit for competitions?
A: Anyone can compete starting at age 5.
Q: Where are the competitions located?
A: Everywhere. There are competitions both locally and nationally. There are also international competitions as an option as well.
Q: What if I don't have a partner? How can I compete?
A: There are many different options for competition. If you do not have a partner, you can compete with me or I can help you find a partner to compete with. You could also have multiple partners to dance with. There is a lot of flexibility and I would be happy to find the best option for you.