Private Lessons » Dance With Brandee

Learn to Dance at YOUR Pace

I offer private dance lessons for individuals and couples interested in partner dancing, whether it be for a special event or just for fun. I especially welcome people who are shy, nervous or think they have little rhythm or coordination.

Private lessons get you dancing fast!

Private dance lessons are perfect if you...

Get nervous in a group class setting and prefer working one-on-one
Want to learn at your own speed rather than be rushed (or slowed) by the pace of a group class
Want to become a better dancer faster
Have a busy schedule and want to maximize your time
Want to take your dancing to the next level by improving your leading/following, rhythm and technique, styling, musicality, etc.
Are preparing for a special event or trip

What Lessons Include

Each lesson is 50 minutes long.

During private dance lessons, you’ll get one-on-one instruction tailored to your interests, learning speed and comfort level. Here are some of things you’ll learn:

Dance steps proven successful on the social dance floor
How to lead and/or follow so you can dance with anyone
How to hear the beat and keep time to music
How to recover when you make a mistake and tips for looking like you know what you’re doing (even when you don’t!)
Dance etiquette and culture so you’re in-the-know
Styling and technique so that you look and feel good

Hours & Location

Monday-Thursday nights and Sundays 10am-2pm

Private Studio near Oakland's Diamond District (Approx Map)

Packages & Pricing

2023 Rates
A la carte – 1 lesson: $135
Basic Package – 3 lessons: $350 (save $55)
Standard Package – 5 lessons: $530 (save $145)
Deluxe Package – 10 lessons: $940 (save $410)

You may pay with cash, check, VenMo or PayPal. Note: The total amount for lesson packages is due upfront (unless a payment plan has been arranged).

Gift Certificates available here

Dances Taught

I teach over 20 styles of partner dancing plus line dances!

Swing & Blues: East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop and Blues dancing

Salsa & Latin: Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Rumba, Cha Cha and Samba

Ballroom: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango and Viennese Waltz

Nightclub, Country and More: Hustle, Nightclub Two Step, Zydeco, Country/Texas Two Step, Country Swing, Country Waltz

Line Dances: Electric Slide, Hustle, Cupid Shuffle, Cha Cha Slide, Wobble, Macarena, Boot Scootin' Boogie, YMCA, etc.

Sorry, I do not teach Argentine Tango, Kizomba or Zouk

We had so much fun on our first private lesson series that we signed up for another! Brandee is very skilled, fun teacher. We always leave our lessons with a big smile.

Fred & Amy

THANK YOU so very much for the awesome salsa lessons! We actually broke out some of our moves at a wedding last weekend and impressed our friends!

Shannon & Matt

It is hard to put into words how much you have enhanced my life. If it wasn't for your incredible ability to encourage me, I wouldn't be dancing today.

Douglas

I have Parkinson’s. A year ago I wouldn’t have believed I was capable of dancing. But after taking private lessons from Brandee, I’m now passable in swing, salsa, foxtrot and waltz!

Dick & Susan

I've always been anxious about leading but Brandee has helped me make tremendous strides in my comfort and ability. I couldn't recommend her more highly as a dance teacher.

Govinda

Additional Offerings

Wedding Dance Lessons

Don’t want to "look like fools" on your first dance? Want to do more than just “hug & sway”?

Mini-Group Classes

Fun, supportive ballroom dance classes