Beginner Social Ballroom with Hulya & Jimmy
Join Hulya & Jimmy for a fun and friendly introduction to social ballroom, taught in the American style.
This class is perfect for complete beginners, or dancers looking to learn something new and make friends. Hulya and Jimmy focus on helping you have fun from the very start, and they’re excited to share their joy of dancing with you.
Come with a friend or partner, or come solo. No partner or prior experience required.
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SCHEDULE – Sundays
• 12-1pm: Level 1 (Intro Class)
• 1-2pm: Guided Practice (come to class – stay for the practice!)
Each month we will highlight two dance styles:
June: Cha Cha and Rumba
July: East Coast Swing and Foxtrot
August: Tango and Waltz
By the end of each month’s series, you’ll feel comfortable and confident dancing socially.
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PRICING
• Class: $30
with DanzPass: $25
• Guided Practice: $15
with class attendance: $10
DANCE STYLES
Cha Cha
The Cha Cha is a playful and rhythmic dance. It has a basic 1-2-3 Cha-Cha-Cha pattern that, once learned, can be applied to many steps. Its upbeat tempo makes it an enjoyable option for beginners.
Rumba
The Rumba is a romantic Latin dance known for its smooth movements and expressive partner connection. With a slow-quick-quick rhythm and simple footwork, it offers a perfect introduction to Latin technique and timing. Its slower tempo allows beginners to focus on coordination, balance, and musicality.
Swing (East Coast Swing)
East Coast Swing is fun, lively, and less formal than other ballroom styles. Its basic triple-step pattern is easy to pick up, and the energy of swing music adds to its accessibility for beginners.
Foxtrot
The Foxtrot has a smooth, elegant quality and features a simple walking rhythm (slow-slow-quick-quick). Its relaxed tempo makes it easy to grasp, and it helps build skills that translate to many other ballroom styles.
American Tango
Tango is a dramatic and passionate dance with sharp, staccato movements. It focuses on close connection and precise footwork, making it unique compared to smoother styles like Waltz or Foxtrot. While Tango can be more intense to learn, its basic timing and strong rhythms make it manageable for beginners.
Waltz
The Waltz is often considered one of the easiest ballroom styles to learn. It has a simple, slow, and graceful 3/4 timing (1-2-3) and basic patterns that are easy to follow, especially for couples. The flowing movements make it a great starting point for beginners.
Meet the Hosts

Hulya Erhan–Sangenito & James “Jimmy” Sangenito
Hulya and Jimmy are experienced ballroom dance instructors who love sharing the joy of social dancing. Trained by Ballroom Dance Guru Pierre Dulaine, they have taught at renowned studios such as the Pierre Dulaine Dance Studio and Dancesport in Manhattan, as well as...
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