Arioso Ballroom

For students with no experience in formal dance, or those who want to brush up and improve their basic skills. You will be introduced to the basic pattern and one variation in 4 core social dances. (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Swing) We will cover the social settings where you are most likely to use each dance, how to find the beat in the music and determine which dance to do for different songs. We will also be learning basic partnership, techniques, and styling skills so you look and feel confident and comfortable on any dance floor. If you have two left feet or no rhythm don't worry, we have the solutions to make learning fun and easy for you.

10 - private lessons

5 - private lessons

3 - private lessons

1 - 45 minute private lesson

Reserve a date and time for your entire wedding party to learn the two most used social dances. They will learn a base swing dance including 2 turns and a slow rumba with 1-2 variations. Then watch them have fun at your reception.

Similar to the "first dance" for the wedding couple. You will learn the basic pattern for the music you will be dancing to. We will also look at entering the floor and a twirl to end the dance.

One 45 minute private lesson will cover your entrance, the basic step, a final "dip" and your exit. Additional lessons will add more patterns, suggestions on sequences and polishing the whole presentation.

Offering assistance in the Waterville Maine area for your first dance, father-daughter/mother-son dance or just a fun group lesson for the whole wedding party.

This is a 45 min private lesson for first-time students to try out dancing.

Includes: 3 Private Lessons, 2 Practice Parties. This package is for first-time students, and can only be purchased once.

Pay for each lesson, class or party as you take it. There are no hidden costs, contracts, or membership requirements.

This includes the group class at 6:45 before the party. Pay for each lesson, class or party as you take it. There are no hidden costs, contracts, or membership requirements.

Rumba is a slow romantic dance you can substitute for the traditional "hug and sway". It has a subtle relaxed leg and hip motion and various patterns all designed to fit on a small dance floor. View more: Rumba

Swing combines high energy music with various spins and turns to make this a fast fun dance people love. Jitterbug, Lindy, Shag, Jive and Westcoast are just a few of the names swing is known by. View more: Swing

Cha cha is a fun flirty dance with fast footwork and body rhythms. It's related to the Mambo /Salsa and utilizes the triple step rhythm from the swing . The fast percussive dance fits easily to most contemporary club music. View more: Chacha

A smooth walking dance. Like taking a stroll around the dance floor with a few quick steps and jaunty patterns for added character. If you imagine Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers gliding across the floor, most of the time it was a foxtrot based routine. View more: Foxtrot

Tango is a strong passionate dance with sharp dramatic accents and controlled movements. The typical Hollywood rendition includes holding a rose in your mouth, pressing your cheek to your partner's cheek as you stalk across the floor. View more: Tango

Walt is a sweeping, gliding dance which twists and turns as it moves counterclockwise around the dance floor. The broad sliding steps and gentle sway give it a fluid rise and fall motion. View more: Waltz

For students with no experience in formal dance, or those who want to brush up and improve their basic skills. You will be introduced to the basic pattern and one variation in 4 core social dances. (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Swing) We will cover the social settings where you are most likely to use each dance, how to find the beat in the music and determine which dance to do for different songs.We will also be learning basic partnership, techniques, and styling skills so you look and feel confident and comfortable on any dance floor. If you have two left feet or no rhythm don't worry, we have the solutions to make learning fun and easy for you.

Review of basic steps plus 2 or 3 new variations in each dance. Continued work on partnership, frame, and techniques. Additional focus on musicality, body rhythm and styling to give each dance it's own specific characteristics. (Ballroom Basics class completion suggested)

No experience necessary. We will cover the following: The basic step in 4 0r 5 core social dances - Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba & Swing. How to find a beat in the music, and determine which dance to do when music is playing socially. Basic technique, styling, and partnership to look and feel like a good social dancer.

Private ballroom lessons are 45 minute sessions scheduled at your convenience with your instructor. This session is for you to learn what you personally need to know to be a better dancer and complete your goals. Sometimes it is a new pattern, practice sequence, or understanding a new technique to train your body. This is the fastest way to learn because your instructor can tailor the lesson to match how you learn and how you best retain new information. You can take these by yourself or with a partner, the cost remains the same. Private lessons can also be used for upcoming events like a wedding or cruise to help you prepare. We would focus on just the material you would be using, and give advice specific to what you might encounter. Choreography or coaching for talent shows, competitions or showcases are another good use of private lessons. There may be other lessons going on at the same time, they are called private because you have the instructors undivided attention on just you!

This is the same as the medium (5 private) package just double the time and a bulk rate for the lessons.

Private Lessons are one on one time with an instructor to work on whatever a student needs help with the most. It may be a technique to smooth out movement, partnership for a better lead or follow, or just a new variation to play with.

This 10 Party Card will give access to any of our Friday Night dances (and includes the group class) Sunday Tea dances, Country Western dances, Theme parties and specialty dances. It does NOT include New Year's Eve or the Team Match

This class card is for 10 group classes that we check off as they are used for any of our group classes including.. technique, Study-ball, specialty dances, country western etc.

This gift gives them one private lesson, which we recommend they do first. It can be scheduled at their convenience and will walk them through the basics of 2 or 3 dances, how to hold their frame, hear a beat in the music and basic dance ettiquette. Then they have 3 Friday night dance parties and the warm up group before it to add patterns, practice their moves and meet other dancers. Instructors are available to remind them of patterns and assist as needed. Typically students who complete this package will attend one of our ballroom basics series to learn more patterns and technique.

If you prefer a group setting, you can join a "Ballroom Basics" class. Check the "Upcoming Classes" on the bulletin board for when the next class starts. (we will not be starting a new basics class until fall)

If you are new to the world of ballroom dance we recommend you take a private "orientation" lesson before taking a group class. This helps you learn the basics of two or three dances at your own pace, and get pointers and advice from a professional. At the end of the lesson, we can recommend classes and lessons to help you achieve your dancing goals. We offer lessons Monday through Friday noon to 9 pm. Call (207) 877-5244 to schedule.

Private ballroom lessons are 45 minute sessions scheduled at your convenience with your instructor. This session is for you to learn what you personally need to know to be a better dancer and complete your goals. Sometimes it is a new pattern, practice sequence, or understanding a new technique to train your body. This is the fastest way to learn because your instructor can tailor the lesson to match how you learn and how you best retain new information. You can take these by yourself or with a partner, the cost remains the same. Private lessons can also be used for upcoming events like a wedding or cruise to help you prepare. We would focus on just the material you would be using, and give advice specific to what you might encounter. Choreography or coaching for talent shows, competitions or showcases are another good use of private lessons. There may be other lessons going on at the same time, they are called private because you have the instructors undivided attention on just you!

This includes the group class at 6:45 before the party.

Every Friday Night Groups 6:45, Party 7:30

This gift gives them a 6 week Basic Ballroom Class series where they will learn 4 or 5 different dances with a variation or two. Classes will also cover basic partnership, musicality, and what dance to do to different songs. Establishing a solid foundation for ballroom. They receive one private lesson they can schedule with their instructor at their convenience. Most students use it to work on problem areas, improve partnership, technique, or learn a new variation or two. In addition they can attend one of our Friday night dance parties and the warm up class. This gives them an opportunity to practice what they have learned in a real life setting with instructors around if they need a reminder or assistance. They have the option of using this for one of our theme parties, Sunday tea dances or Country western dances if they choose. If someone has been talking about trying ballroom this is a great gift to get them started. If they decide to continue group classes are $20 per couple, $12 per single so it fits most budgets.