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The Introductory Class costs $11/person. With online registration, a friend or partner is free.
Payment is due in cash on the day of the class.

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We recommend that all new students take our 40 minute Introduction to Ballroom Dance class. We have a combined 14 years of teaching experience and specialize in creating a fun, warm, non-intimidating environment where absolute beginners feel comfortable and can pick up steps quickly and easily.

Like all of our classes, partners are welcome, but not required. Here are some of the things you'll learn in the class:

  • The #1 thing you can do to look like a good dancer.
  • The fastest way to learn and retain steps.
  • How to not step on your partner's feet.
  • Basic movement and traveling elements
  • Basic leading and following skills

Registration for the Introduction to Ballroom class isn't required, but it is recommended as space is limited.

As an added bonus, if you do register for an Introductory class, you can bring a partner for free! Register for your first introductory class today!

 

Class Rules & Dance Etiquette

  1. Street shoes are prohibited in the dance studio. Please bring an additional pair of shoes you can dance in. They do not have to be special ballroom shoes, just something that you feel comfortable moving in. All shoes should have backs and support the ankle well. No sneakers. No sandals.
  2. Look (and smell) nice. Dress up a little and remember: mints are your friends.
  3. Be nice. Don't blame your partner for not doing something right. After all, it could have been your fault.
  4. Don't teach or give pointers. I know you just want to help, but it just ends up making your partner nervous and/or self-concious. For many students, it's already a big step just coming in and taking the class.
  5. We are gay friendly! We do everything we can to build a supportive and respectful atmosphere. You may occasionally have to dance with a partner of the same sex. Please get over it.

Ballroom Philadelphia Introductory and Open Class Policies

  1. Cash only. There are many ATMs within a short distance of the studio.
  2. You acknowlege that by attending in these classes, you have no medical conditions that would preclude you from participating and that CHIMAC, Ballroom Philadelphia, and VB Investments LLC has no liability for any accidents or injuries that may occur during class.
  3. We reserve the right to eject any students that exhibit rude, disrespectful, hateful, or otherwise inappropriate behavior. Students ejected in this manner will NOT receive a refund.
  4. You may only attend intermediate classes upon instructor approval.

Ballroom Philadelphia Social Dance Program Policies

  1. Your electronic purchase confirmation will act as a receipt for your enrollment into the Social Dance Program.
  2. You may only attend the Social Dance class you are registered for. Advancement to higher level calsses is left to the discretion of Ballroom Philadelphia.
  3. The 4 Open Classes and 2 Practice Parties must be used within the 28 days of the start of the first Closed Class. These additional sessions are forfeit if they are not used within the alloted time.
  4. Refunds only issued through the day before the first class. No refunds will be given on or after the day of the first class. No partial refunds given for missing classes.
  5. You acknowlege that by enrolling in these classes, you have no medical conditions that would preclude you from participating and that CHIMAC, Ballroom Philadelphia, and VB Investments LLC has no liability for any accidents or injuries that may occur during class.
  6. We reserve the right to eject any students that exhibit rude, disrespectful, hateful, or otherwise inappropriate behavior. Students ejected in this manner will NOT receive a refund.

March Social Dance Program Starting 3/4/12

 Rumba & ChaCha
Sundays @ 345pm - 430pm

Partners welcome, but not required.

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Contact Ballroom Philadelphia Today

Classes held at:
CHI Movement Arts Center
(Just south of Pat's & Geno's)
1316 South 9th Street
Philadelphia PA 19147
info@ballroomphiladelphia.com
267-712-9522

About the Teachers

Brandi and Vuthy Ou started teaching Ballroom and Latin dancing in 2002. They have performed and competed in Smooth, Rhythm, Standard, and Latin at competitions around the country with their students and with each other. They opened their own dance studio in 2006, and have taught at Indiana University and the University of Pennsylvania. Since moving to Philadelphia, they have continued their training in Modern and Contemporary dance. Vuthy currently apprentices for Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers.