Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located, and how much do lessons cost? Liz teaches regularly in Boston, Somerville, Cambridge, Jamaica Plain, and Medford, but she can also come to you. Private lesson rates are $75 per hour in Boston. Discounts available for multi-lesson packages. Saturday afternoon group lessons are $10 per person. Semi-private and group rates can vary depending on location and size of group. For scheduling and/ or directions, please contact Liz - dancewithliz@gmail.com or 617.216.6656.
What if I can’t bring a “special someone”?
You do not have to be romantically involved with someone in order to partner dance. You do not have to bring a partner to any social dance party, class, or lesson. At social dances, the norm is to switch partners after every dance.
Why should I take private lessons?
You may actually save money when you take private lessons. You can learn four times the material in half the time you’d spend in a group class. Also, you minimize your travel time, and you are much more likely to learn correct technique from the outset. Liz teaches private lessons at Seaport Hotel, Boston. Contact her to schedule.
Do you teach couples who want to learn to dance for their wedding? Absolutely! You may find a series of private lessons to be particularly comfortable and efficient for this purpose. After you decide on the appropriate level of simplicity or pizzazz, you can work on matching moves to your wedding song. You may also choose to learn to dance improvisationally and impress your guests all evening! Same- and different-gender couples welcome, of course! Contact Liz to schedule.
How many lessons do couples need and when should they start? Couples usually take 5-10 lessons, but you may want fewer or more, depending on your budget and time available. It is never too early to start learning to dance. It’s better to feel confident than to cram and feel stressed! You can always practice later, or take a refresher lesson closer to your wedding or special event.
What should I wear? Wear comfortable clothing. Dress in layers because you may get warm. For a lesson or casual social dance, women often wear yoga pants, comfortable jeans, or slacks with a cute top. Men often wear a collared shirt and comfortable but neat-looking jeans or casual slacks. Shoes should be very comfortable! They shouldn’t have a lot of traction. Men’s dress shoes work well. Capezio and Bloch make “dance-sneakers” that provide a good combination of comfort and glide. Ballroom shoes work well if an elegant look is desired. Whatever shoes you bring, wear them outside as little as possible. Change out of your street shoes before you dance so the floor won’t get dirty.
Some dances or clubs do not allow jeans or sneakers. For information on where to go dancing and suggested dress for each event, visit the calendar page.
I have two left feet, no rhythm, and I can’t dance, so how could I ever learn? Liz’s proven techniques have led many “hopeless cases” to dance success and enjoyment. Enthusiasm and a positive attitude contribute much more to dance learning than any kind of inherent talent. Don’t deny yourself the amazing joy of partner dance! Just show up - Liz will take care of everything else. More information
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617-216-6656
A private lesson in progress at Seaport Hotel, Boston.
