Business Details
43 Years
experience
Premier Dance Instruction in Jacksonville, FL
Founded in 1983 by Sarwat Kaluby, our dance studio has dedicated over four decades to making dance education accessible, enjoyable, and effective. Our certified instructors specialize in both social and competitive dance styles, offering personalized programs tailored to individual goals. With a teaching methodology refined through decades of practice, we guide students from introductory basics to advanced medalist levels. Our founder's extensive background as a professional dancer and choreographer with prestigious institutions like the Bolshoi Ballet informs our commitment to technical excellence.We provide instruction in 15+ dance styles including Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom, and Latin dances, preparing students for both casual social settings and competitive environments. Our facility hosts regular dance parties and major competitions like the First Coast Classic Dancesport Championships, creating practical opportunities for skill application. Through structured programs and experienced coaching, we help students achieve measurable progress aligned with their personal objectives.
Services
Ballroom Dance Instruction
Salsa Classes
Wedding Dance Preparation
Competitive Training
Latin Dance Lessons
Group Dance Parties
Private Dance Lessons
DanceSport Coaching
Social Dance Events
Medal Program Training
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Certified instructors with professional competition backgrounds
- Personalized dance programs from beginner to advanced levels
- Teaching 15+ dance styles including Ballroom and Latin forms
- Proven methodology developed over 40+ years of instruction
- Hosts major competitions like First Coast Classic Dancesport Championships
Services
Ballroom Dance Instruction
Our structured ballroom programs teach traditional dances like Waltz, Foxtrot, and Tango using a progressive approach. Students begin with fundamental patterns before advancing to complex techniques. Certified instructors focus on posture, timing, and partner connection while preparing dancers for both social events and competitive environments.
Latin Dance Lessons
Specializing in Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue instruction, our Latin dance courses emphasize rhythm, hip movement, and partner coordination. Classes cater to all levels from beginners learning basic timing to advanced students mastering complex turn patterns and styling techniques for social and competitive settings.
Wedding Dance Preparation
We create customized wedding dance routines combining technical precision with romantic choreography. Instructors work closely with couples to develop routines matching their chosen music and comfort level, focusing on smooth transitions and confident partner connection for their special day.
Competitive Dance Training
Our competitive program follows structured medalist tracks from Bronze to Gold Bar levels. Athletes receive technical training in proper dance frame, footwork, and styling while preparing for events like the First Coast Classic. Coaches develop personalized training plans focusing on competition routines and performance quality.
Social Dance Parties
Monthly social gatherings provide practical application for learned skills in relaxed environments. Events feature themed music, group dancing, and practice opportunities with instructors available for technique refinement. These parties help build confidence through real-world social dancing experiences with fellow students.
People
Sarwat Kaluby
Owner & Lead Instructor
Internationally renowned dance instructor with Bolshoi Ballet training, 40+ years teaching experience, and competition organizing expertise. Former professional dancer with Paris Opera House and American Ballroom Theater, now dedicated to developing championship-level students.
Kadrit Girgis
Instructor
Certified dance professional specializing in Latin and Ballroom styles, with extensive competition experience and a focus on technical precision for both social and competitive dancers.
Hailey Peterson
Instructor
Experienced dance educator trained in multiple social dance forms, emphasizing student-centered instruction and creating welcoming learning environments for dancers of all skill levels.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in 15+ dance styles including Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom (Waltz, Foxtrot), Latin (Rumba, Cha-Cha), Tango, and competitive DanceSport forms.
Do you offer wedding dance preparation?
Yes, our instructors create customized first dance routines for weddings, combining technical precision with romantic choreography tailored to each couple's preferences.
Are group classes available?
We offer both private lessons and group classes, plus social dance parties where students can practice their skills in casual settings with fellow dancers.
What competitive training options exist?
Our DanceSport program prepares students for competitions like the First Coast Classic, offering medalist tracks from Bronze to Gold Bar levels with structured technical development.
Who are your instructors?
Our team includes certified professionals with international competition experience, including founder Sarwat Kaluby, a former Bolshoi Ballet-trained choreographer with decades of teaching expertise.
Do you host dance events?
Yes, we organize major competitions like the Jacksonville Star Ball and First Coast Classic, plus monthly social dance parties for students to showcase their progress.
