Cleveland area dance instructors discuss dance lessons
What styles of dancing do you teach?
Who we talked to
Char Klimko, owner
Dance D'Elegance
750 E. Washington St. Ste. F1
Medina
330-725-7635
dancedelegance.com
Jessica Todero, co-owner
Elegance in Ballroom and Latin Dance Studio
8225 E. Washington St.
Chagrin Falls
440-543-1559
chagrinballroom.com
Courtney Laves-Mearini, owner
Cleveland City Dance
13947 Cedar Road
South Euclid
216-932-0222
clevelandcitydance.com
Char Klimko: "We teach all types of ballroom dance."
Jessica Todero: "We teach American and international styles, including Latin and ballroom dances."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "For adults, we offer ballet, jazz, tap and hip-hop."
What's your favorite dance and why?
Char Klimko: "The tango because it's so dramatic."
Jessica Todero: "The rumba because it's slow and romantic."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "Ballet and jazz are my favorite dances. I love the way your body moves and the way the energy flows with these dances."
Besides learning how to dance, what are some other reasons people take lessons?
Char Klimko: "They come to have fun and to meet other people. Couples use their lesson as a weekly romantic date with one another."
Jessica Todero: "Not only is it great exercise, but it's a great way to meet new people and improve social skills. It also revives your mind, body and soul."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "People can work on their coordination and meet new people who have similar interests. It becomes a big family."
How do you charge for dance lessons and what's the cost?
Char Klimko: "For a private lesson, I charge $65 per hour."
Jessica Todero: "We offer group classes, private instruction and dance parties. The Friday group classes and parties are $10."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "It costs $16 per class, but we offer a discount if you register for the entire semester."
How often do you recommend your clients take a class with you?
Char Klimko: "It's helpful if they can practice outside of class. Their weekly lesson is all I recommend."
Jessica Todero: "We recommend taking lessons at least two to three times a week to see the best results."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "For beginners, I recommend once a week."
How do you handle the most dancing-challenged clients?
Char Klimko: "They're not a problem. I tell those with two left feet to find a partner that has two right feet."
Jessica Todero: "I have a lot of patience because everyone learns at a different pace. Private lessons would be the best way to start."
Courtney Laves-Mearini: "I tell them that adults have more body awareness and should be able to learn quicker and move faster through the steps."


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