Business Details
21 Years
experience
Private Ballroom Dance Lessons in San Jose
Ballroom Dancing With Lesley McIntosh has been empowering individuals and couples to embrace the joy of dance for over two decades. Founded by Lesley McIntosh, a seasoned ballroom dance instructor with extensive professional competition experience, our studio specializes in private wedding dance lessons and social ballroom training tailored to busy schedules. Lesley's expertise extends beyond technical instructionshe focuses on building confidence, refining posture, and creating memorable experiences for events like weddings, cruises, and social gatherings. With affiliations including NDCA membership and judging roles at San Jose State Ballroom Competitions, we combine industry credibility with personalized teaching methods.Our clients range from nervous first-time dancers to experienced performers seeking refinement. The studio's flexible approach accommodates private lessons, group classes, and specialized choreography for father-daughter or mother-son dances. Backed by glowing testimonials highlighting our ability to transform 'two left feet' into graceful movements, we prioritize making dance accessible, enjoyable, and stress-free for all skill levels.
Services
Private Wedding Dance Lessons
Social Ballroom Instruction
Group Dance Classes
Choreography Services
Competitive Dance Training
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional dance instruction experience
- Customized wedding dance choreography for any skill level
- Proven success transforming nervous dancers into confident performers
- Flexible lesson formats for couples, singles, and special events
- Affiliated with San Jose State Ballroom Competition judging
Associations and certifications
- NDCA (National Dance Council of America)
What people say
Patient instruction
Confidence-building
Memorable experience
Fun lessons
Professional expertise
Services
Private Wedding Dance Lessons
Customized dance instruction for wedding couples helps you master choreography for your first dance. Lesley tailors lessons to your chosen song, skill level, and wedding theme while teaching proper technique and stage presence. Clients receive guidance on music selection, shoe choices, and dress rehearsal to ensure confidence on their special day.
Social Ballroom Instruction
Private and group lessons teach fundamental ballroom styles including foxtrot, waltz, swing, and salsa. Designed for singles and couples preparing for social events, these sessions focus on lead/follow techniques, rhythm, and graceful movement patterns in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment.
Competitive Dance Training
Structured training for dancers pursuing professional competition develops advanced technique, timing, and performance quality. Lesley's experience as a four-year professional rhythm competitor informs specialized coaching in competitive styling, routine development, and competition preparation strategies.
People
Lesley McIntosh
Owner & Lead Instructor
With over 20 years of dance instruction experience, Lesley is a former professional rhythm competitor and NDCA member. She specializes in transforming nervous beginners into confident dancers while serving as a judge for San Jose State Ballroom Competitions.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We teach all major ballroom styles including waltz, foxtrot, swing, salsa, rhumba, and nightclub two-step for weddings and social dancing.
Do you offer group classes?
Yes, we provide group ballroom classes in addition to private lessons for social dancers and wedding parties.
Can you accommodate last-minute wedding preparations?
Absolutely—we specialize in accelerated training to prepare couples for weddings on short notice while maintaining quality instruction.
What should I wear to lessons?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement. Avoid flip-flops or thick rubber-soled shoes for better floor contact.
Are trial lessons available?
Yes, our introductory single lesson ($100) lets you experience our teaching style before committing to packages.
