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About Positively Ballroom
Positively Ballroom, LLC is a company focused on making a positive difference in the lives of people through social dancing.
We strive to offer the best instruction in our area by offering customized curriculums and lesson packages that are designed to help our students reach their personal goals. We welcome a diversity of people and maintain a professional environment dedicated to dance education through "The Art of Social Dancing - One Step at a Time".®
Join us for a class today and let us prove that we can have anyone dancing in about 10 minutes.
Services
At Positively Ballroom, you can choose from group classes, private lessons or a combination of both.:
Our Services include:
- Private and Group Classes
- Dance Workshops & Socials
- Wedding and Prom Packages
- Event Entertainment
Have an upcoming Special Event?
Our Special Event Packages contain a series of private lessons that will help your big day be joyful and fun.
Want to include other family and friends? We have private group classes so that everyone can get in to the dancing mood.
Need help with music?
We are glad to provide you with a list of great songs to match your special event.
Have songs already picked out? We will suggest dances that match your song tempo, personal style and comfort level.
Do you need choreography?
We can teach you dance steps that are easy to learn and fun to perform. After all, it is important that you to look great on the dance floor.
If you feel that a few more lessons are required, we can add additional lessons until you feel that you are ready for your big performance.
The Art of Social Dancing - One Step at a Time ®
When Ryan set out to define his teaching style, it was important to him to create a relaxed, casual atmosphere.
He wanted to create an environment where people would really learn how to dance. "The Art of Social Dancing" means that Ryan teaches students how to be confident and comfortable in a dance environment, how to listen to the tempo of music and select an appropriate dance for a song, and how to interact with other people in a positive way on the dance floor.
Dances are learned "One Step at a Time." Ryan breaks down the parts of a dance into manageable pieces that are easy to learn and remember. A journey to become an accomplished social dancer begins with the first step, enrolling in one of our dance classes.
When you think about "The Art of Social Dancing - One Step at a Time," know that this is Ryan's philosophy for himself and his students, which can be found only with Positively Ballroom.
Our Classes
Our students receive the benefit of a wide variety of customized lesson plans to match their needs.
- Would you like to meet new people? Try our group classes.
- Prefer to move at a faster pace? Private classes are available, and can be scheduled at your convenience on weekday evenings or weekends.
You can choose from group classes, private lessons or a
combination of both.
No matter what you choose, it is important to know that
a partner is not required for any of our classes.
Group Lessons
A group lesson consists of several students learning from one instructor in a social environment. Our group lessons cover a wide level of dancing providing all levels of students with the opportunity to join our classes.
The final class within a Group Series will be a Social Dance Mixer. This gives students to practice what they have learned in a fun and relaxed setting. Students can invite friends to attend the Mixer for free. Group classes are scheduled for an hour (Mixers are 2 hours)
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Private Lessons
Private lessons consist of one student or a couple working with one instructor. These lessons provide the most benefit and ease for learning to dance because all material is catered to the student’s learning ability, desire and goals. On occasion, an assistant may join the instructor to help with demonstration and coaching, depending on the needs of the students.
Private dance lessons are scheduled at the student’s convenience, Monday – Friday from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm and Saturdays from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm , based on time slot availability.
Dress Code for Classes
No specific dress code is required for our studio, so dress as comfortably as you wish.
Wear something that won't inhibit your movements! Special shoes are not needed for our classes, though it is a good idea to consider wearing comfortable shoes that will allow you to turn on the ball of the foot. We recommend shoes with a leather sole, which will work well on most surfaces.
No sneakers or rubber-soled shoes. For the ladies we suggest a low heel shoe with a back.
Regular Pricing
- Private Lesson (Couple or Individual): 30 minutes - $45
- Private Lesson (Couple or Individual): 45 minutes - $60
- Private Lesson (Couple or Individual): 60 minutes - $75
- Private Lesson Package: four (4) 45 minute classes - $200
- Full Three Dance Series (18 - 60 minute classes ): $250 per person
- Single Dance Series (6 - 60 minute classes): $90 per person
Private Lessons
Group Classes
Special Packages
- Prom Package: 2 private 45 minute lessons - $90
- Special Day Package: 2 private 45 minute lessons - $90
- Wedding package - 4 private 45 minute lessons - $200
- Add Private Lesson to any Group Lesson
- Custom Private Group Package
Have a group of 10 or more and want private lessons?
Contact us for a Special Rate!
30 minute lesson (same day) - $30
30 minute lesson (same day) - $45
We accept Credit Cards online and cash/check in person. Gift Certificates available for purchase in our online store.
“Positively Ballroom, LLC” is owned and operated by Ryan and Mary Knight.
Ryan is a professional dancer and educator with over 25 years of experience and is honored to have worked with nationally recognized Ballroom coach Bruce Hanson.
Mary is a life long dancer and has experience in ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance and has been involved in Ballroom dancing for about 7 years.
Dancing
Achievements:
- 2002 Regional Pro-Am Latin champion
- 2003 Regional Amateur Theatrical champion
- 2005 Regional Pro-Am Theatrical champion
Teaching Achievements:
- 1995 regional (NC, SC & VA) Teacher of the Year recipient
- 2008, 2009, & 2010 Olympian award winner for teaching excellence
Our Program is offered at these fine Dance Studios:
Cabarrus Dance Academy
2810 Poplar Tent Rd, Suite 100
Concord, NC 28027
In studio hours:
Saturdays:
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday Group
Class Schedule
Classes also available by Appointment
Monday - Friday 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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Masterpiece Dance Studio
14015-H East Independence Blvd.
Indian Trail, NC 28079
In studio hours:
Classes at this location by Appointment Only
Available Monday - Friday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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a lesson online
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