What to expect.

We have found that learning to dance is very much like learning a new language.  It is a skill after all (no one is born knowing how to dance!) and the more you immerse yourself the better and faster you will learn.  Don't be afraid to push yourself out of your comfort zone!  All of our staff members and students are very encouraging.  We were all in beginner shoes once too. 

You don't have to have any prior dance experience to start your dance journey with us.  Sometimes a clean slate is best.  We also cater to intermediate and advanced dancers.  We'll get you to your goals no matter where your starting point is.

We don't have a strict dress code because our students come from all walks of life and we want to welcome everyone into our space.  We also have classes available that are not Ballroom or Social Dancing, and all of our teachers are independent contractors with their own expectations.  If you are attending a ballroom or social dance class, feel free to wear what you would wear to go out on the town (because you might want to enjoy Downtown Turlock's vibrant nightlife and eateries), or something you're comfortable sweating in.  We just ask that you keep your attire modest and appropriate, and that you don't wear baggy sweats, dirty clothes, pajamas, or nothing at all.

We don't require that you invest in dance shoes right away, although they will help you move better.  If you haven't completely decided to make that investment in your dancing, the best shoes to learn in are flat soled with little to no traction that stay on your feet.  Ladies, if you're planning to dance in heels, choose heels with a sturdy heel (skinny stilletos are difficult to dance in).  Ballet flats, TOMS, Keds, and good-'ol-fashioned Chucks are also great.  For gentlemen, a dress shoe or boot with a smooth bottom is great too.  Please don't wear flip flops, Crocs, or sandals that slip off your feet.  They are very difficult to dance in.  Once you're ready to make the investment in dance shoes, we can help guide you towards ones that will suit your needs.

Plan to arrive about 10-15 minutes before your first lesson so you have time to fill out our new student registration form, which includes our liability waiver (so if your fall and break your butt, you can't sue us or any of our teachers, affiliates, or the building) and enrollment agreement (all classes are non-transferable, non-refundable, and all tuition payments must be made in advance) and then we can show you around and collect your tuition before class starts.