Frequently Asked Questions:
If I miss a class, can it be made up?
We understand that things come up and sometimes a class will be missed, BDA will do its best to
accommodate make up classes within the session you are registered for; please see your instructor for make-up class options.
What kind of shoes should I wear?
Dancers are always encouraged to have a proper dance shoe for stability and safety; however, a stable street shoe (no rubber soles) that are cleaned off and carried into class works.
Do I need a dance partner?
No dance partner needed; however, there are a few classes such as date night classes that will be scheduled couples only and will be indicated on the schedule.
What level should I take?
Intro to classes are designed for the student who cannot take a consecutive session but would like to explore as many of the ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Club dance styles we offer.
Intro classes will always stick to the first few basic steps and elements so that all new dancers can step in and not be behind. This class is a great way to have a date night or to explore all that we have to offer.
Beginner 1 sessions are for dancers who can commit to a 5-week session where the dances introduced can progress through the session. It is recommended that students enroll in beginner 1 for 3 to 4 sessions before they move to Beginner 2, or until they decide what dances they would like to concentrate on, or their teacher recommends the next level.
Beginner 2 sessions are a continuation of beginner 1. Beginner 2 is a great level to move to once you feel the beginning patterns are coming together easily and you would like to add some more patterns and style to your dance. Beginner 2 is also recommended for 3 to 4 sessions before students move to Beginner 3, or until they decide what dances they would like to concentrate on, or their teacher recommends the next level.
Level 3 / 4 is consider the advanced beginner. In level 3 / 4, dancers are beginning to master a solid foundation of patterns, have been introduced to most of the elements, and are ready for an even more technical approach. It is here where the elements that make the dances work smoothly and consistently are heavily focused on and cleaned up. As students master the Level 3 / 4 syllabus and continuity steps begin, they will progress into intermediate patterns and techniques.