Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.
How much are dance classes?
Kids group dance lessons cost $60 to $200 per month, or $40 per week on average. Private dance lessons for adults cost $50 to $85 per hour, depending on the location, dance type, number of lessons, and session length.
Most dance classes are casual and focus more on comfort and form than style. What you wear to a dance class depends on the dance type:
Ballet and jazz require form-fitting clothes so your form and posture is visible.
Wear loose, comfortable clothes and shoes to contemporary or street classes.
Wear fitness or leisure clothes and tap shoes to tap dance lessons.
Wear casual clothes, smooth-soled shoes, or dresses to ballroom, tango, or salsa classes.
Are private dance lessons worth it?
Private dance lessons are an excellent way to gain new skills in a low-stakes environment, but they may not be for everybody. Private lessons are worth it if you:
Value privacy
Want to make progress quickly
Feel more comfortable one-on-one instead of in groups
Want direct feedback on technique
Need a class that conforms to your schedule
How long are dance classes?
Most dance classes last 30 to 90 minutes and meet 1 to 5 times per week, depending on the dance type and age range. Dance classes for children tend to meet more often for shorter sessions because children tend to benefit more from frequent, consistent lessons. Casual adult lessons tend to meet fewer times per week but are usually longer.
How do I choose a dance teacher?
Start by browsing our dance instructors, then:
Get three or more free estimates to compare.
Examine reviews on Lessons and Google.
Choose an experienced, reputable instructor.
Get a written estimate and timetable before the first lesson.
Follow a payment schedule instead of making a large payment up front.
After asking questions and verifying credentials, hire the best dance teacher in your area.
What questions should I ask dance instructors?
When looking for local dance companies, consider asking the following questions:
How long have you been in business?
Can you give me an estimate in writing?
Do you teach private lessons or group lessons only?
What dances do you specialize in?
What ages are you used to teaching?
Are your lessons entry-level or intermediate?
Reviews for Layton dance lessons
Recent success stories from people in the Layton area.
Shelly E.
All the teachers and staff have been wonderful working with my family. I have three dancers who look forward to their lessons every week. I love to see how much they have each learned over the course of the two years that they have taken classes at Legacy.
Legacy School of Dance
Sarah E.
Excellent teachers who give lots of individual attention. My kids love their classes at Rise Academy of Dance and are learning so much.
Rise Academy of Dance
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