So you have decided to take your first step into the ballroom dancing world after watching DWTS and Strictly Ballroom. Your first couple of thoughts are that go through your mind are do I need to buy shoes, what do I wear ? What do a bring? What is like at my first class ? Can I go on my own or do a need to bring a friend ? How do I pay ?
What do I wear for my first dance classes ? For your first couple of classes at EVE Dance we suggest wearing shoes, closed in shoes like runners, dress shoes.
Avoid wearing flip flops or sandals that aren't secure at the heel because most steps are travelling backwards and your shoes will slip off. If you are thinking to dance barefoot we recommend you don't as we dance on wooden floors and don't want you get a splinter in your foot.
Once you have decided you would like to buy your first pair of ballroom dance shoes, head to our dancewear page .
Where to go? M&M Dance Supplies. If you mention you are a student of EVE Dance then you get a special discount. We recommend a lower heel to begin with and then work your way up.
For clothing - we suggest comfortable clothing such as , business pants, skirts, dresses, jeans, Business shirts , Polo shirts and activewear. Nothing to restrictive to stop movement.
Don't forgot to bring a drink bottle, a towel and wear deodorant - You'll be very surprised how quickly you can work up a sweat..... Yes even at your first classes !
You are using new muscle groups or using them in a different way than before.
Do I need to bring a friend or can I go on my own ? The choice is yours - you are not required to bring a friend a there are generally enough people to dance with or you'll dance with the teacher.
So, you have made to your first class.... you walk up to the venue and walk into the venue you'll be greeted by our friendly receptionist- they will check you in, get you contact details to add you to our mailing list for updates and get you pay (by they our classes are you pay as you go ) No lock in contacts.
Dance the night away -You'll then be greeted by your dance teachers either myself (Vanessa) or Evan. We will teach the basics of the dance we are teaching including the beats and rhythms, figures of the dance you'll be learning. There will be of course the music of dance your learning playing and we get you all together to dance to the music and meet new people along the way!
If you have someone who has wanted to learn to dance, pass these handy tips to them. We are open for classes on Tuesday night's from 7pm unless stated otherwise. To book in for our Absolute beginners class go to our book online page.
