Do You Need a Partner to Take Ballroom Dance Lessons?

The short answer is no! We find that many people are surprised to learn that you do not need to bring a close friend or significant other to your dance lessons. A good number of our students come on their own because they want to learn new skills and gain greater confidence; plus, there are a few benefits to taking solo lessons!

A Professional Partner

When you take dance lessons on your own, you have the benefit of working closely with your dance instructor and receiving individualized attention. Our instructors are well-versed in being able to lead and follow, so we adapt your lesson by taking on the role that will complement what you're learning. With a professional partner for your lessons, you can relax knowing that they know what they're doing and that they can guide you if you forget a step or get confused. This means that you can focus on learning the technique, without being occasionally confused by a novice dancer's mistakes.

Dance with Anyone

The best dancers can dance equally well with a variety of people, not just their usual partner. When you attend lessons and practice parties, you have the chance to work with different instructors and dance with other students. You'll learn the subtle differences in how people dance, and how to pay attention to those differences to make sure that you and your partner are both having fun. Being able to dance with anyone makes you a stronger dancer overall, and it boosts your self-confidence!

Perfect for Any Skill Level

When you take lessons on your own, you can choose which dances you'd like to specialize in or learn a little bit of everything. We can also cater the lesson to exactly where you are in your dance ability and help you grow whether you are completely new or have been dancing socially for years. Our solo dancers often find that they improve quickly in just a few lessons thanks to the individualized lessons and practice with a variety of partners!

We hope that this puts your mind at ease knowing that you don't need to have a partner when you begin taking dance lessons. Anyone who is interested in learning how to dance is welcome in our studio, and we want to make it as easy for you to get started. Contact ustoday to learn how we can help you learn the art of ballroom dancing!