FAQ

1. Do I need to enrol in advance to join a class?

No, it is not necessary. Just turn up at one of our venues and we will take care of you. We advice that you come at least 15 minutes before the class starts. It will give you some time to  fill in the enrolment form and ask any possible questions.

2. Do I need a partner?

No, it is not necessary.

3. What are the fees?

To ensure continuous progress of  the group and to minimise your cost of learning we offer a series of courses which comprise of  8, 10 and unlimited number of lessons per Term¹⁾, usually over five week periods. There is continual progress into more and more advanced levels.

Casual and Term¹⁾ payment options²⁾³⁾

I. Beginners – 8 Weeks Duration

To ensure continuous progress of the entire group and to minimise the cost of learning all students enrolling for the first time are required to enrol for a minimum of a 8 week Term.

• One session per week:
  • 2 x 45 minutes – $130 (Up to 16 lessons plus Socials & up to 12 extra lessons – before Friday Socials)
• Two sessions per week:
  • 4 x 45 minutes – $150 (Up to 32 lessons plus Socials & up to 12 extra lessons – before Friday Socials)

Lessons must be used within 8 weeks of the initial payment, and issued Term Cards must be presented in all classes.

II. Intermediate – 5 Weeks Duration

• One session per week:
  • 2 x 45 minutes – $100 (Up to 16 lessons)
• Two sessions per week:
  • 4 x 45 minutes – $120 (Up to 32 lessons)

III. Advanced – 5 Weeks Duration

The casual rate is $25 per session.

• $100 for any Advanced, Intermdediate or Beginners classes.

Fee for a Single Private Lesson is $80

If minimum of 5 lessons are booked and paid in advance ($345.00) a fee of $69 per lesson will apply.

Friday’s Social Dance fee is $15 – $20⁵⁾ ($15 – Social Only, $20 includes 3 x 30 minutes lesson, 6.30pm – 8.00pm)

Semi-private lessons are available for smaller groups, ie bridal, Christmas, birthday… etc parties. Lessons can also be arranged at your location. Details are available on request.

¹⁾ The word Term is being used for administrative purposes only and does not determine the length of the learning period.
²⁾ Terms and conditions are subject to change.
³⁾ All lessons should be used in  accordance  with the booking made otherwise single lesson fee of $80 will apply.
$25 cancellation fee may apply if lesson is cancelled less then 24 hours before the scheduled time.
⁴⁾ The fee is subject to change – venue dependant.

4. What to wear during lessons and functions?

It is very important to wear comfortable  clothes and shoes.  There  is  nothing  more annoying than shoes,  which are too small,  or a shirt which is  “cutting” your neck. For ladies, shoes with some heel are more recommended than flat ones, as they  do effect  your  balance. You may feel  uncomfortable  when attending  a formal  function  wearing  high  heels if you are not used to them. Loose skirt, dress, even pants are more comfortable  than a tight skirt as it may limit your movements. As for gentlemen, comfortable pants, collar shirt  and shoes with thin soles rather than sports type are recommended.

It is very important to:

- wear  a fresh shirt and use deodorant,  after shave  or  perfumes as you may perspire quite a  lot when  dancing

- avoid eating food containing strong herbs like garlic, onion, before dancing

- brush  your teeth  before  going  dancing as you  may be  talking in  a very  close position to  your partner

- dress appropriately for special occasions

ie formal functions.

5. Which group should I join?

Introductory (Beginners)

These  classes  are  designed  to suit  people  who have never danced  or  have had very little dancing experience. After approximately 5  to 8 weeks you  gain  enough confidence and knowledge  to  dance basic steps in most  popular dances. We  use  interrelated  system, where some steps are taught  across several dances, so learning is easy and fun.

Intermediate

After you have acquired enough skills in the introductory courses,  you may then progress to this level. The Intermediate level satisfies a desire to  learn more  and the emphasis is placed not only on technique but also on styling and musical interpretation.

Advanced

Designed for  dancers  who really want  to experience  the standard of the semi–professional level. In these classes intricate steps are taught to enhance the already gained knowledge.

6. What will I learn and how long will it take?

You will  learn all  of  the most  popular  Latin dances like: Cha-Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Salsa, Merengue, Jive in  the  introductory level,  and more,  including ballroom: Tango, Foxtrot, and Waltz, in the intermediate and the advanced. It  takes 8 weeks to accomplish  the  Introductory course  or  less  if  you  take  private  lessons. It all depends on  your  learning  ability,  coordination,  and also previous exposure to any forms of dance.

$130 (Up to 16 lessons plus Socials & up to 12 extra lessons – before Friday Socials