Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Home for Social & Ballroom Dance in NYC
Danznik Studios has been a premier destination for dance enthusiasts since its founding in 2005. We offer comprehensive instruction in ballroom, swing, tango, Brazilian Zouk, and other styles for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to advanced competitors. Our two state-of-the-art facilities in Midtown NYC and Hawthorne, NY feature spacious wooden floors, private practice rooms, and modern amenities.With a team of internationally recognized instructors boasting decades of combined experience, we provide personalized attention through group classes, private lessons, and wedding choreography. Our welcoming community hosts regular social dance events, fostering connections among dancers while maintaining the highest standards of technical instruction and artistic expression.
Services
Ballroom Dance Classes
Wedding Dance Lessons
Brazilian Zouk Instruction
Argentine Tango Classes
West Coast Swing
Lindy Hop Workshops
Dance Fitness Programs
Studio Rentals
Social Dance Events
Competition Training
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined teaching experience from internationally recognized instructors
- Our curriculum covers 7 major dance styles including ballroom, tango, and Brazilian Zouk
- Two convenient locations with professional-grade dance floors and modern amenities
- We provide personalized instruction for weddings, competitions, and social dancing
- Our community hosts regular social events with experienced dance coaches
What people say
Beautifully maintained space
Experienced instructors
Welcoming community
State-of-the-art facilities
Transformative wedding preparation
Services
Ballroom Dance Classes
Our ballroom dance program teaches classic styles including waltz, tango, and foxtrot to all skill levels. Students develop proper technique, musicality, and partner connection through structured lessons. The curriculum progresses from foundational steps to advanced choreography for both social dancing and competition preparation.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Customized instruction helps couples create memorable wedding performances. Our instructors specialize in adapting choreography to individual skill levels and musical preferences. Packages include practice time and multiple sessions to ensure confidence and coordination for your special day.
Brazilian Zouk Instruction
Learn this expressive partner dance featuring fluid movements and musical interpretation. Our program covers basic patterns, body isolations, and connection techniques for social dancing. Classes emphasize both lead/follow skills and stylistic expression across various music genres.
Argentine Tango Classes
Develop skills in this intimate dance style emphasizing connection and improvisation. Our curriculum builds from fundamental walking patterns to complex figures with musical interpretation. Both social and performance aspects are explored in a supportive learning environment.
West Coast Swing
Master this versatile swing dance style adaptable to multiple music genres. Instruction focuses on core patterns, musicality, and connection principles. Classes progress from beginner fundamentals to advanced styling and competition preparation in a welcoming atmosphere.
People
Nikolai Shpakov
Founder
With over 20 years of dance experience, Nikolai established Danznik Studios to create accessible dance education. He oversees instructor training and curriculum development while maintaining active performance and competition credentials.
Carolina Jaurena
Argentine Tango Instructor
Recognized tango specialist with international competition experience. Carolina teaches structured tango curriculum from beginner fundamentals to advanced social dancing techniques, emphasizing proper technique and musical interpretation.
Tatyana Bilych
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Certified ballroom expert specializing in standard and smooth styles. Tatyana's instruction combines technical precision with artistic expression, preparing students for both social events and competitive success through clear, progressive teaching methods.
Hara Zi
Brazilian Zouk Instructor
Specialist in Brazilian Zouk with extensive teaching and performance experience. Hara's classes focus on connection, musicality, and technical development, guiding students from basic patterns to advanced improvisation in a supportive environment.
Jes Ann Nail
West Coast Swing Instructor
Experienced WCS teacher emphasizing musicality and connection. Jes provides clear instruction that helps students develop from beginner patterns to confident social dancing through structured progressions and practical application exercises.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in ballroom, West Coast Swing, Brazilian Zouk, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, Hustle, and dance fitness classes across our NYC and Westchester locations.
Do I need a dance partner?
No partner required for any beginner classes. Our rotating partner system ensures everyone gets practice time while developing lead/follow skills in a social setting.
How should I prepare for first class?
Wear comfortable clothing and clean indoor shoes. Arrive 10-15 minutes early for check-in. No prior experience needed for any beginner-level dance classes.
Can you help with wedding dance preparation?
Yes! Our specialized wedding packages include choreography, music editing, and multiple practice sessions to create a personalized first dance performance for couples of all skill levels.
What are your facility amenities?
Both locations feature sprung wood floors, full sound/lighting systems, kitchen facilities, clean restrooms, locker rentals, and comfortable lounges with WiFi access.
Do you host social dance events?
We regularly host themed dance parties including West Coast Swing socials, Brazilian Zouk nights, and ballroom dance events with professional coaching and DJ entertainment.
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