Business Details
Your Premier Destination for Ballroom & Latin Dance Instruction in Tampa
We are a husband-and-wife team with over 40 years of combined experience in dance instruction, dedicated to making dance accessible to real people. Our teaching philosophy combines the DVIDA syllabus with personalized approaches tailored to individual learning styles and goals. We specialize in Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Salsa, and Wedding Dance instruction for all skill levels, from beginners to competitive dancers. Our mission emphasizes authenticity, excellence, and student appreciation, focusing on building confidence and social connections through dance.We offer private lessons, group classes, and social dance events designed to create real-life opportunities for practice and enjoyment. With a commitment to student success, we provide supportive guidance that balances challenge with encouragement, helping learners overcome obstacles and achieve personal milestones. Our experience spans both social and competitive dance environments, allowing us to address diverse student needs effectively.
Services
Private Dance Lessons
Group Dance Classes
Wedding Dance Lessons
Dance Parties
Kids Ballroom Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized dance instruction tailored to individual learning styles and goals
- Our instructors have 40+ years of combined experience in social and competitive dance
- We teach all levels of Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Salsa, and Wedding Dance styles
- We provide both private lessons and group classes with flexible scheduling options
- Our teaching philosophy emphasizes student confidence and real-world application
What people say
Experienced instructors
Supportive environment
Personalized instruction
Confidence building
Real-world application
Services
Private Dance Lessons
Customized dance instruction tailored to individual goals and learning pace. Our private lessons focus on specific dance styles, technique improvement, and confidence building. Students receive personalized attention to develop skills that translate to real-world social and competitive dance environments.
Group Dance Classes
Structured group instruction covering fundamental techniques and dance patterns. Classes rotate through various styles and difficulty levels to accommodate different skill sets. Participants learn in a social setting while developing foundational dance abilities applicable to multiple partner dance formats.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Custom choreography for wedding ceremonies including first dances and family performances. Instruction focuses on creating memorable routines that reflect couples' personalities. We also prepare special dances for anniversaries, father-daughter events, and reception entertainment.
Dance Parties
Weekly social dance events for practicing skills in real-world settings. These parties feature diverse music selections and dance styles to help students build confidence. Events provide opportunities to network with other dancers and experience different partner dance scenarios.
Kids Ballroom Classes
Age-appropriate instruction introducing children to formal dance techniques. Classes focus on basic ballroom and Latin styles while developing coordination and social skills. Curriculum includes both solo and partner work to build foundational dance abilities in a fun environment.
People
Karena Forte
Co-Owner & Instructor
With 20+ years of dance instruction experience, Karena specializes in Latin and Ballroom styles. She combines technical expertise with patient guidance to help students overcome challenges and achieve personal dance goals through personalized instruction.
Danilo Forte
Co-Owner & Instructor
A seasoned dance instructor with 20+ years of competitive and social dance experience. Danilo focuses on creating engaging learning experiences that balance technical precision with enjoyable practice sessions tailored to individual student needs.
Questions
Do I need a partner to take dance lessons?
No partner is required. We frequently work with individual students and can provide partner rotation during group classes.
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Salsa, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba, Bachata, Hustle, Country Two-Step, and Wedding Dance styles.
Can you help with wedding dance preparation?
Yes, we specialize in creating customized wedding dances including first dances, father-daughter dances, and reception performances tailored to your musical preferences and skill level.
Are group classes suitable for beginners?
Our group classes are structured to accommodate all skill levels with progressive instruction that builds fundamental dance techniques in a social learning environment.
What should I wear to dance lessons?
Comfortable clothing that allows movement. For footwear, we recommend smooth-soled shoes that stay securely on your feet during dance practice.
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