How do I get started?

CONTACT US! We would be happy to set up an appointment for you, your family, or your children. You can speak to one of our instructors regarding the programs we have available which will help determine which classes are best suited to your needs.

What type of clothing should I wear?

You should wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to move freely.

Can I use a video camera during the lesson?

Yes. You can bring a video camera; it will help you memorize what was done during the class as you practice at home.

What is your cancellation policy?

For cancellation policies, please visit our official Policies page.

Do I need dance shoes for our classes?

We recommend that you purchase and wear dance shoes with suede bottoms for your classes.

If you do not have a pair of dance shoes, you can use flexible leather-soled shoes at the beginning.

We encourage you to carry your dance shoes with you and change into them before class, especially if it is raining or snowing.

Wet, damp, or dirty shoes are not allowed on the dance floor to prevent damage to the floor. Sandals, boots, and sneakers are not advisable.

What do you do if a child gets sick or is injured in class?

In the event of a classroom illness or accident, parent/guardian(s) will be notified immediately by phone number if they are not already in the building.

If a parent/guardian is not accessible at the time of an illness or injury, the instructor and company director will make choices to protect the well-being of the student.

What can be done to help with separation anxiety?

If your child cries or demonstrates anxiety prior to class, you can try a number of effective techniques to help with the situation. Bring your child early to class so they can have more time to acclimate to their surroundings.

If your child is scared, have them bring a security item, such as a favorite toy or blanket to journey with them into the dance floor. It can be placed by the mirror for a feeling of safety.

Give your child a pep talk with the promise of a reward (e.g., a visit to the park, library, etc.) for successful completion of the class.

Avoid allowing your child to dictate how the situation will be resolved, and talk to the instructor to come to an agreement about how to handle your particular situation.

Please do not be discouraged if your child experiences difficulty in joining the class; this is very normal and we are here to help!

Can my child take class if we arrive late for group classes?

If a student is 10 or more minutes late to class, the instructor may ask the student to observe instead of participate for both safety reasons and to avoid unnecessary class disruption.

Please try to make sure your child arrives prepared promptly for class. Tardiness is disruptive to both the other students and the instructor.

What is proper dance class etiquette?

At Ballroom Dance of NJ, we work hard to cultivate a friendly and safe learning environment, where students feel comfortable to explore movement creatively.

In order to protect this environment, disruptive and disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. Students displaying continual negative behavior may be asked to sit out, leave class, and in extreme circumstances removed from the program.

All students are expected to be prompt, properly dressed, and respectful of their fellow classmates and instructor.

Good etiquette for dancing is to arrive on time, enter the room when invited, and stretch/warm up until instructed to do otherwise. All outside business (snacks, phone calls, bathroom visits, hair, dressing, etc.) should be taken care of in advance of the start time of dance class.

Entering and exiting the classroom while class is in session is allowed only with permission of the instructor.