Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Premier Boston Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio
Hamby Ballroom Dance Studio has been Boston's premier destination for dance education since 1984. Founded by renowned instructor Suzanne Hamby, a North American Champion and United States Champion, our studio combines decades of competitive expertise with a passion for making dance accessible to all. We specialize in ballroom and Latin dance instruction, offering structured programs for beginners through advanced dancers. Our curriculum includes social dance classes, private lessons, and wedding dance preparation designed to build confidence and technical proficiency. With a focus on creating a welcoming environment, we help students of all ages discover the physical, social, and emotional benefits of dance.Our experienced instructors emphasize proper technique while maintaining the joy and creativity inherent in dance. Located in Waltham, we serve the greater Boston area with flexible scheduling options including group classes, private sessions, and special events. Our commitment to quality instruction has earned recognition as home to the Best Female Dance Teacher in the United States. Whether pursuing dance as a hobby or preparing for competition, our students benefit from personalized attention and a supportive community. We maintain rigorous standards of excellence while ensuring every lesson remains an enjoyable experience.
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Latin Dance Classes
Private Dance Lessons
Wedding Dance Lessons
Group Dance Classes
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of championship-winning dance instruction experience
- Our staff includes nationally recognized dance educators
- We provide structured curriculum from beginner to advanced levels
- We combine technical excellence with fun, social learning environment
- We specialize in customized wedding dance preparation
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Structured ballroom dance instruction for all skill levels focusing on classic styles like Waltz, Foxtrot, and Tango. Our lessons emphasize proper technique, posture, and partner connection while maintaining a fun, social atmosphere. Students develop confidence through progressive skill-building that prepares them for social dancing and special events.
Latin Dance Classes
Energetic Latin dance classes teaching Salsa, Rumba, and Cha-Cha techniques with emphasis on rhythm and styling. Instructors break down complex patterns into learnable steps while maintaining the vibrant energy characteristic of Latin dance. Classes cater to both social dancers and competition enthusiasts seeking technical refinement.
Private Dance Lessons
Customized private lessons tailored to individual goals and learning pace. Sessions focus on specific dance styles, competition preparation, or special event choreography like wedding dances. Personalized feedback helps students improve faster while maintaining an enjoyable, stress-free learning environment with flexible scheduling options.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Specialized instruction for couples creating memorable wedding first dances. Our experts develop customized choreography matching the couple's comfort level and music choice. Lessons focus on building confidence through progressive practice while teaching essential partner coordination techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Group Dance Classes
Affordable group classes with structured curriculum for beginners through advanced dancers. Classes follow progressive learning paths with peer interaction opportunities while maintaining individual attention from instructors. Social dance format helps students practice with multiple partners while developing versatile dance skills applicable to various social settings.
People
Suzanne Hamby
Owner & Lead Instructor
North American Champion and United States Champion dancer with 40+ years of teaching experience. Voted Best Female Dance Teacher in the United States, Suzanne established Hamby Ballroom Dance Studio in 1984 to share her passion for dance with Boston-area students.
Dick Gould
Instructor
Experienced dance instructor with extensive competitive background, collaborating with Suzanne to deliver high-quality instruction across multiple dance styles while maintaining the studio's welcoming atmosphere for all students.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We specialize in ballroom and Latin dance styles including Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Salsa, Tango, and Rumba for social and competitive dancers.
Do you offer wedding dance lessons?
Yes, we provide customized wedding dance instruction to help couples create memorable first dances with confidence and style.
Are group classes available for beginners?
We offer structured beginner group classes teaching fundamental steps in popular dance styles with progressive skill development.
Can adults start dancing with no experience?
Absolutely! Our welcoming environment and patient instructors make it easy for adults of all ages to start dancing with no prior experience.
