Dance Well NY's policy states that a client needs 36-hour cancellation notice in order for credit. No refunds, Credit only.
Q: Where are the lessons held? A: In Manhattan, in a beautifully maintained ballroom studio in Midtown or either in a private space {extra costs} - ask for details.
Q: We are a couple getting married soon and would love to learn a dance routine for our favorite song. How many sessions would we need? A: You ARE in complete control of how many lessons you might need to master the dance. If budget sensitive, you can minimize the number of lessons needed by practicing in between sessions. You'll have all the videos you need on your phone. If you practice, you can nail even a complex routine in as little as 3 to 5 sessions. If for any reason (you completely forgot to schedule a dance lesson, or your work schedule is 80 hours a week) you have time for only 1 or 2 lessons, do not worry, I promise to ensure that you enjoy the journey that will allow you to look natural and confidant on the dance floor.
Q: In order to have detailed information about your services who do I contact? A: The best way to get accurate information about your customized lesson plan - including budget - is to click on the blue icon that looks like aCALENDAR. I have implemented a new platform making it easy to get immediate responses.
A brief phone call is the best way to explain what you are looking for whether it is preparing for your first dance or if you want to learn how to groove at a party. The conversation allows me to better understand your approach to learning and your unique process which ultimately helps figure out the number of lessons needed.
Every person is unique. Our work together is one where I listen to your wants and desired outcome of the dance... It is your time after all.
Stephanie Shapiro - Owner, Instructor, Choreographer and Performer
Hi! My name is Stephanie, and I can't wait to meet you! I've been teaching private lessons since 2008 and have loved helping my students move and feel good about what they are learning.
Quick facts: Born in Park Ridge, IL. where dance started with ballet classes at the age of five, and in high school ballet slippers became Drill Team / Flag Corp boots only later to add Israeli folk dancing to my repertoire in Israel. I started partner dancing in the Spring of 2000 and after the pandemic I am happy to be teaching in several dance studios around times square area.
I am currently available to teach lessons in NYC. My energetic personality and teaching style is creative and fun while targeting my students’ goals. I look forward to working with you soon! Mission Statement My specialty is adapting to each student’s personality which allows the relationship of movement and body to blend seamlessly.
Specialties: Wedding Dance Choreographer: First Dance * Father/Daughter * Mother/Son * Wedding Party Flash Mobs Dance Styles: Lindy Hop/East Coast Swing * Charleston (20's & Modern) * Salsa (on 1 & on 2) * West Coast Swing * Hustle * Balboa, Collegiate Shag * Ballroom: Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Cha Cha, Quickstep, Viennese Waltz, American Tango Group Choreography and Flash Mobs * Private Lessons * Group Dance Classes * Dance Lessons for Private Parties & Dance Events * Body Movement
HISTORY of the Business:
Dance Well NY was established in 2008! I started teaching Hustle & Swing that spring after 8 years of training. Ballroom was added to my list of expertise with a teacher training program and tested in Medalist Exams of main figures. My claim to success is teaching movement to newer dancers and wedding couples. Many wedding couples continue on with private lessons for fun.
Dance keeps you young, fit and happy! My goal is to share that with students, teaching them how to move confidently while enjoying themselves on the dance floor.