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Dance With Monika

5.0Exceptional(5 reviews)


About

My teaching is very clear to understand and easy to follow instructions. I give them specific drills to improve their dancing and stamina. Im

mainly focus on technique and styling. But occasionally also do choreography as well. I only focus on Latin and Ballroom styles no country or bachatas… Bringing out the artistry in everyone.

I'm persistent and love my students' dedication to this beautiful sport.

I really love sharring my passion of dance and seeing the same passion in my students. Seeing their joy and smiles along with their successes makes my heart grow few sizes:)


Highlights

Hired 3 times
1 employee
32 years in business
Serves San Jose , CA

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Apple Pay

Specialties

How often

Once a week, Multiple times a week, Recommendations available

Student age(s)

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Number of students

One person, Two people, A group of 3 – 5 people, A group of 6 – 10+ people

Dance style

Ballroom, Swing, Salsa, Bachata

Goals and interests

Developing a hobby, Preparing for a wedding, Preparing for an event or performance, Working out and physical health

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  • Reviews

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    Mike B.

    Very helpful, patient and easy to follow instructions. ... Show more
    February 02, 2022
    Hired on Lessons

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    Michael W.

    Monika is very talented in overall teaching and coaching of students in various dance
    routines and moves. Initially I did not really catch onto dancing but have now taken a good
    interest in dances that I would not have done before. She is well versed and knows how to
    bring together a class, but at the same time give individual attention to each ... Show more
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    December 20, 2020

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    Ren U.

    Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Monika has been teaching Zoom based weekly
    International ballroom dance group lessons. Her classes in the Waltz, Chacha, and Jive
    have focused on the details of the basic fundamental techniques. I really appreciated her
    personal attention and constructive critique that she provided. She would clo... Show more
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    December 18, 2020

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    Ty T.

    She is very experienced and has great techniques and very patient with students as well as
    paying attention to details.
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    December 18, 2020

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    Jane

    Monika is a superb teacher, who can professionally train her students from beginner to
    competitive level. She is always well organized and prepared for her classes, be it group
    or private. Her detailed basic fundamental technique training with lots of drilling is
    particular attractive. She really can motivate her students with her passion o... Show more
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    December 18, 2020

    Frequently asked questions

    First learn students goals.
    If there was any previous experience, check how much knowledge in dancing they have already. 
    help them then continue on their path. If then student never had any experience in dance, I always start with the basics of rhythm and start to teach basic easy steps to bring out their confidence.  

    I've studied many years of dance in Poland since I was 2 years old. Beginning with ballet, thou polish folk dances and past over 30 years of International Ballroom and Latin Styles as well as American Rhythm/Smooth styles. 
    Gained my professional knowledge here in US from many prestigious coaches like Shirley Ballas, Kathryn Shaffer, Viktor Kanevsky, Shirley Johnson, Bill Sparks, Luis Van Amstel to name few. Currently I am ISTD certified judge in International Standard. 

    My lessons are 1 hr in length, 
    the fees $100/ lesson, include also the studio floor fees. 

    I always dreamed to work with young generation, but that passion also expended for adults as well. My former coach in Poland started to ask us advanced level dancers in our dance club to assist her in teaching the beginner levels. I loved working with new students. This when I knew it's what I want  to do for the rest of my life:) brining people joy and help them achieve their best:) Then when I moved to US and I found a near by ballroom studio where I began dancing with the owner at first and my love for teaching grew even more. Today I have so many wonderful students who are very pleased with  my teaching and continue to follow me. 

    From Beginners to advanced. 
    social and competitive dancers

    My most proudest moments are with youth couple. As they only danced together for less than one year they achieved a National Bronze Level Championship titles:)

    today they continue their successes in their more advanced levels.  


    Services offered

    Dance
    Wedding Dance