Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need a partner?
- Absolutely not. For your private lessons, your instructor serves as your dance partner. In group classes, you dance with the other students in the class, and rotate partners constantly. If you have a partner, it's a wonderful way for you to share something together, and to practice together when you're not in the studio. But if you don't have a partner, dancing with your teacher is the fastest, most effective way to learn. And who knows? You just might meet the dance partner you're looking for in one of the group classes or practice parties.
2. What is "ballroom dance", exactly?
- "Ballroom dance" includes any dance you do while holding a partner. It's done to most popular and night club music. It consists of a multitude of different dances, ranging from the fast and lively swing, jive and disco hustle, to Latin-style dances such as the fun salsa, the merengue, the sensual bolero, rumba and playful cha cha, to traditional dances such as the romantic waltz, the soft but jazzy foxtrot and emotionally charged tango. Each has its own special brand of music. Some dances are simple and easy, some highly technical, but all involve dancing with someone to the rhythm of the music, and that's what makes ballroom dance unique. Click on our page describing the different dances for more information and samples of music.
3. How do people usually learn to dance?
- Most people take private instruction and attend group classes. Private lessons are the best way to learn because ballroom and latin dance involves working with a partner. It is not strictly imitative; you can't just copy someone. How to dance with another person and create a commanding, consistent lead or a responsive, graceful follow requires personal instruction. Group classes are great for step drillwork, repetition, and dancing with different people, but there is no substitute for personal instruction.
- Also, people learn when they do it just for fun -- and Dance Charisma throws dance parties every Friday night.
4. How does Dance Charisma's system of teaching work?
- We schedule private lessons throughout the week. Our normal hours are from 1 PM to 9 PM Monday through Friday, but we're open through the weekend by appointment.
- Dance Charisma also holds group classes every week night. We teach several group classes every evening Monday through Friday. Different dances are regularly taught on different nights of the week, and we have beginner, advanced, and specialty classes. Check out our calendar section for current schedules!
- Every Friday from 8:15 to 10:15 PM we throw a party! We turn the lights down and the music up, and our students and their guests get a chance to meet and mingle with other students and teachers, and put into practice what they've been working on. Dance Charisma has a beautiful dance floor with lots of room to dance (1700 square feet, no less ) to absolutely great music.
- Dance Charisma also sponsors special events, such as "nights on the town", and encourages everyone who's interested to watch and even compete in local dance competitions.
5. Who comes to Dance Charisma?
- Surprisingly, there's no one single type of person at Dance Charisma. Young, old, in between -- executives, office workers, teachers, firefighters, casino workers, retirees, children -- singles, couples -- the only thing these people have in common is the desire to learn and have more fun.
6. How do I enroll?
- It's so easy because the first lesson is free! Call 364-8700 to make an appointment for your complimentary lesson. Or, just drop by and have a look.
7. What do I wear?
- Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. Preferably, thin-soled or leather-soled shoes are best, rather than athletic shoes, platforms, or shoes with very high heels.
8. Where is Dance Charisma located?
- At 3650 S. Jones #16-17, in the Phoenix Plaza shopping center, between Twain and Spring Mountain roads.
9. Tell me a bit more about Dance Charisma.
- Dance Charisma has been operating in Las Vegas since 1992. In 2000, Dance Charisma moved to its present location, a larger, more modern facility to serve you better. Its teachers are dedicated to providing you with the best lesson possible. Dance Charisma's reputation for thoroughly training and testing its instructors, and to continually train your instructor to provide you with the most up-to-date techniques, is second to none. You'll learn to dance in the shortest amount of time possible. But lessons don't have to be "hard" -- our teachers know how to make them fun and interesting. Dance Charisma's prices are competitive, and best of all, each lesson is guaranteed.
10. Should I call now?
- If you're reading this, you're already thinking about it. Is there any reason not to give it a try? It's fun, it's easy, it's good for your body and your spirit, and there's no better time than right now to start.
- You'll find out that people of any age can learn and grow. You'll be amazed at yourself -- and others will be, too.
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