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About the Studio - Testimonials - Benefits of Dance

The Albany Ballroom dance studio has nearly 1300 square feet of open dance space! Your individual dance needs will be catered to with private lessons. Enjoy the new state of the art Bose sound system, refreshments, and relaxing, romantic setting as you sweep your partner around the floor.  Learn at your own pace to fit your schedule & budget. Dance parties are also held at the studio to practice what you've learned on your lessons. 

Try it out! Call now to schedule an Introductory Lesson for just $10 per person!  (Introductory rate is for first time students only. This is a promotional offer and cannot be used with any other promotional offers) 

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Testimonials

A Weekly Escape Into Another World

I took lessons at a couple of other franchised studios before I found Michèle and I must say there is no comparison! Michèle is patient, attentive, talented and has a real passion for teaching. I've enjoyed my lesons more and have retained more information than in any other class I've taken. Her techniques are fabulous and her enthusiasm infectious! Taking classes with Michèle is one of the best decisions I have ever made!

My lessons are a weekly escape into another world, a step into a zen state of now where all that matters is the rhythm, the music, the laughter, the dance. No matter now tight my budget gets, dance is a requirement, a staple, a given. Thank you Michèle!

Sandra Q.
- Posted on December 31, 2009

We got rave reviews…

Michèle,
Just a short note to say Thank You.
The wedding came off – outstanding.
Our dance went great - we got rave reviews – but more importantly we had a great time.
Thanks again and hope to see you again soon.

Ray
- Posted on June 4, 2009

Matt & Sarah’s Testimonial

My husband and I decided to take dance lessons for our wedding in 2005. We spent several months learning how to waltz for our first dance and boy did it pay off! A few of our guests knew we had taken lessons but the majority didn’t and once we started dancing the cheers and WOWs from the crowd put us both at ease. I will never forget the smiles on every one’s faces and the DJ getting on his microphone to say that ours was the best first dance he had ever seen. It was definitely a fun way to start off the reception.

The best part about taking lessons was the “date night” experience my husband and I shared each time we went in for a lesson. Putting on your dancing shoes and forgetting about everything else for an hour or so to focus on dancing was just what we needed.

Thanks Michele!

- Posted on May 8, 2009

We had lots of fun!

Michele,

I just wanted to say thanks! We had a great time! I must say I actually enjoyed removing the dust from my dancing shoes (old bones).

The dance studio looked amazing. You are doing a wonderful job Michele, keep it up!

Thanks again, we had lots of fun!

Darel
- Posted on March 13, 2007

They had never seen anything like it…

Michele,

Thanks again for all your work with us. People who attended the wedding were in tears and said they had never seen anything like it. The song was so perfect and still gives me chills every time I hear it…thinking of the dance. Hope you are well and we will surely come back to you if we ever get time to learn swing:)

Katie
- Posted on March 13, 2007

Thankful…

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! You and your class are one of the things I am VERY Thankful for!!! I don’t know if you knew I spent 4 1/2 months in a wheelchair non-weightbearing with a shattered femur and a whole year getting to walk again, 14hrs of surgery, blood transfusions, trauma induced blood clot and a bunch more stuff, 3 weeks & 3 days in the hospital and then a week in re-hab (they kicked me out for being too positive LOL, which was OK with me)….this was only 4 yrs ago in August. SO MY THANKSGIVING is just so amazingly greatful that I can dance at all and have the HUGE pleasure of attending your classes!! (Thanks for being patient with us newcomers to the world of dance, I want to be Emmitt Smith! LOL) You are a joy & I hope some of the people I recommend you to actually call!! I just LOVE it!!!

May this day be a huge Blessing to you and Tim, as you are to me!!!

Peace,
Cydney
- Posted on November 23, 2006

A Very Sophisticated Art…

Albany Ballroom is a place where one can quickly improve one’s performance in a very sophisticated art. The knowledge, skill, energy and commitment which Ms. Lauzon puts into her teaching are only part of the reason. There is also her meticulous criticism of her students’ work, and her smiling patience and the understanding with which she makes her suggestions. In every case she is aware of what must be done to improve, and when the suggestion is taken, the greater ease and gracefulness which come about instantly cause the student to understand why it was made.

All of this is done in an environment in which there is no competition from other lessons being taught. The real community excitement comes not from a crowded dance floor during the lessons, but instead at the regular dance parties, which are quite lavish and are attended by a lot of people who have this in common, that their dancing is improving rapidly and they love it.

W.D.C.
- Posted on November 15, 2006

We originally decided to take some dance lessons because of upcoming weddings. We decided on just a few classes to make us more comfortable on the dancefloor. Michèle is so easy to work with, and really knows how to teach the subtle nuances you need to make a dance beautiful. What we found was not only is dancing fun, but it's a great way to learn more about yourself and your abilities. There's a lot more to dancing than what appears on the surface, and Michèle takes the time to make sure you're doing it right.

The most important thing I should mention is it never feels like work when you're learning. It's always fun because Michèle makes it fun. Now we can't wait to get out there on the floor and strut our stuff!

Thanks Michèle! If you can work wonders with us, you can teach anyone!

~Craig & Jackie Dickert

Albany Ballroom (Michèle) is a miracle worker! If she can teach my father and I, she can teach anyone! People are still talking about our special dance.

Thanks Michèle! ~ Erin

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Benefits of Dance

Good dancers possess self-confidence, poise, and the ability to enjoy themselves more at social events. Learning how to dance will instill motivation, creativity and energy. This of course will improve other aspects of your day-to-day life.

Dancing is a form of exercise and a great way to burn those calories! You will increase your flexibility, strength, stamina, coordination, and balance. It can improve your health and it's more fun than going to the gym!

With all the hustle and bustle of your fast paced day, you may often forget to take a moment for yourself. Dancing provides a temporary escape from work, family, bills, etc. It's a chance to relax, relieve stress, and concentrate on YOU for once.

So pamper yourself a little. You deserve it.

The road to becoming a good dancer will require concentration and dedication. You will always be encouraged by your instructor to practice what you learn on your lessons to develop muscle memory. Each lesson builds on the ones before, so be sure to make it a regular routine. The goal is to look like a natural!

Learning to dance will be a pleasurable and rewarding experience. Just think... someday YOU could be that couple moving so eloquently around the dance floor!

So... let's add a little fun and excitement to your life!

Here are some of the benefits of dance:

• Fun and Excitement
• Health & Exercise
• Quality Time w/ Spouse
• Increased Self-Confidence
• New Hobby/Interest
• Stress Relief
• Create Personal Goals
• More Stamina
• Social Confidence/Ease
• Make New Friends
• Overcome Shyness
• Relaxation
• Recreation/Entertainment
• Acquire Grace & Poise
• Self Expression
• Stand Out On The Floor!
• Business Functions
• Holiday Parties

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