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  • 5/5 Michelle K. 2 years ago on Google
    We started with lessons for our wedding dances. We had so much fun we signed up for continued classes. Anna is an incredible teacher and knows just how to get us to learn while still making it fun. The monthly themed social dances are such a fun time to practice what we've learned and to get to know the other folks taking classes. We've also learned several new dances very quickly during the socials from Alex. If you've ever thought of learning to dance, this is the place to do it.
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  • 5/5 Aneta G. 2 years ago on Google
    Before we took our first dance lesson with Anna, dancing seemed to be a completely incomprehensible activity that requires some unique innate talent, which, after a couple of prior unsuccessful attempts, we were convinced we did not have. Anna and Alex demystified dancing for us and proved that anyone can learn to dance. There is a logic, patterns, and routines that become familiar with practice and can ultimately be mastered by anyone. The more familiar they are, the more enjoyable dancing is. I can't imagine having more inspiring, enthusiastic, supportive, passionate and patient teachers than Anna and Alex! We are very lucky to have them as our dance instructors and very grateful for being a part of the amazing LSDA community of dancers! Life is much better with other dancers and dancing in it!
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  • 5/5 Jasmine T. 1 year ago on Google
    Anna is the best! I was referred to her for dance lessons which I ended up taking lessons for my first dance and my father-daughter dance at my wedding recently. I highly recommend for either occasion! My husband and I had so much fun with the lessons and in some ways that was more special than the dance itself. The dance Anna choreographed for us was perfect! Also had a blast taking lessons with my dad and gave us time to spend with each other prior to the wedding. Hands down recommend Anna for any of your dancing needs :)
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  • 5/5 Rob B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lake Shore Dance Academy is simply the best dance school in the area, and it's all thanks to our instructor Anna. She is truly a master of her craft, a true artist and genius when it comes to dancing. My fiancé and I were hesitant to travel 45 minutes for dance lessons, but one visit with Anna and we were hooked. She not only taught us how to dance like pros but also made the whole experience so much fun and enjoyable. Anna is not only an amazing teacher but also a wonderful person, she is so caring and patient and always makes sure to listen to her students' needs. We loved our experience with Anna so much that we are now regular attendees at Lake Shore Dance Academy, and we couldn't be happier. Not only is the school conveniently located but also it offers a wide range of dance styles and levels for both adults and children. The studio is beautiful, clean and well-maintained and the staff is very friendly and helpful. If you're looking for the best dance instruction around, look no further than Lake Shore Dance Academy, and make sure to request Anna as your instructor, you won't regret it! We are so grateful for everything Anna has done for us and we know that you'll have the same experience! Alex is pretty cool too! We already signed up for more classes!
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  • 5/5 Katie Z. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I have been taking private dance lessons with Anna for the past three months and we are having the best time! Anna is great at teaching us the dances we are interested in, being flexible with what we want to focus on, meeting us where we are at, going faster when we are picking things up quicker and slowing down to explain things where we are struggling. She is knowledgeable, professional, and fun. We would highly recommend her and her studio!

  • 5/5 Emily D. 11 months ago on Google
    We LOVE Lakeshore Dance Academy! My fiancé and I only started our rumba, tango, and hustle lessons about 3 weeks ago in preparation for our wedding in October, but we are thrilled at what we’ve learner already in just 3 full lessons and the introductory one! Anna is an amazing teacher, filled with spunk, humor, and obvious skill in her craft. She makes the already beautiful studio fun to be in, and we are so excited to keep coming back to learn more!

  • 5/5 Tim K. 10 months ago on Google
    I took dancing lessons in anticipation of my daughter’s wedding. My expectation was that as a person with two left feet, I would struggle to achieve my goal of learning the rumba. However, with Anna as my instructor, I was not only able to learn the rumba, but other dances as well. Anna is patient, but also able to push you to continually improve until all of sudden, you realize you are actually dancing! I highly recommend the Lake Shore, Dance Academy.

  • 5/5 Sherry W. 8 months ago on Google
    My (now) husband and I took dance lessons with Anna for our wedding. She was AMAZING!!! I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor - patient, encouraging, and had cute little names for moves to help us remember! She is a beautiful and graceful dancer, and it was inspiring to watch her move. Anna is so funny and kind, and I highly recommend her as an instructor!

  • 5/5 Abigail J. 8 months ago on Google
    Looking for a fun way to connect with your partner while planning your wedding?! Take dance lessons with Anna and Nicolas!!! Through the entire process Anna and Nicolas were patient and explained the moves very well, especially to two people with no rhythm! They kept all of our lessons fun and energetic and we always left smiling, laughing, and even more confident. Our guests are going to be so shocked to see us dance the Rumba, and dance it well! We would not be able to do this dance without Anna's guidance and great choreography. Thank you Anna for the amazing experience and memories!

  • 5/5 Elizabeth F. 9 months ago on Google
    My husband and I started taking dance lessons with Lake Shore Dance Academy about 9 months before our wedding. We worked primarily with Anna who did an amazing job teaching us. We went into these lessons with having no experience or rhythm. We started out learning the basics of Waltz, Hustle, Swing, and Rumba. After finding the perfect songs for our dance, Anna put together a mash-up and worked with us to choreograph our wedding dance. Everyone at our wedding loved our dance. Looking back at videos so many people were engaged and entertained. Most people there had no idea we were taking lessons, so it was a great surprise to show them all our hard work we had put into learning the dance. After our wedding we are continuing dance lessons with Anna to learn more social dances so that we can continue dancing at other events. We have been venturing into the Tango, Salsa, and bachata. Depending on what you are looking to learn Anna and Alex have a lot of skill and great personalities that you’ll be sure to have fun! They are extremely funny and personable. Thank you again Anna for being so patient with us and creating the most beautiful wedding dance and we look forward to continuing our dance lessons!

  • 5/5 John B. 8 months ago on Google
    My wife and I took lessons at LSDA to learn a waltz for our first dance at our wedding. We were both beginners and Anna did a great job making us feel confident and ready for our big day. She made the whole experience fun, and we learned so much that we were hardly even nervous during the first dance. In fact, a lot of our wedding guests complimented our dance, and I would say thanks to Anna for teaching us! If anyone is considering LSDA for first dance lessons, we would both highly recommend it.

  • 5/5 Jennifer J. 10 months ago on Google
    We were so pleased with the way Lakeshore handled our anniversary party. It was the easiest event I ever planned because Anna and Alex did everything for us! The guests had a great time dancing and loved the food and drinks. The venue is super clean and beautifully decorated. Highly recommend for your next party!

  • 5/5 Kelsie L. 10 months ago on Google
    Any couple looking to have a fun, interesting and unique first dance should stop looking and book with Anna or Alex!! Both are fantastic dancers, teachers and so fun to work with. My fiancé and I loved the light hearted, fun loving environment that they provide for all their dancers. Between their patience, breakdown of choreography and upbeat personalities, we could not be more thrilled with our experience. Our first dance was so special to us and will forever be one of our favorite memories of our wedding days! I loved working with Anna so much, that my dad and I ended up coming to her for our father daughter mash up dance as well! Anna put together a masterpiece performance and made sure to keep our dance fun, silly and heartwarming all at the same time. I would highly recommend both Anna and Alex for any of your dance needs, no matter your skill level.

  • 5/5 AMT 1 year ago on Google
    I started taking dance lessons here around a year ago to learn how to dance better at weddings. I thought I didn’t have rhythm and it would be a near impossible task to learn the most basic steps. Within 20 minutes, Ania made me feel comfortable and understand that although it takes time, ANYBODY can learn to dance. From waltz, to hustle, to salsa, to tango and beyond, I always felt like I was learning something valuable while having more fun than I could’ve ever expected. You’ll learn more than just the basics and even feel comfortable to perform routines in front of others with the help you’ll receive from both Alex and Ania. I only have good things to say about my experience and recommend anyone to give dancing a try here.

  • 5/5 tamsin f. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I just recently took some dance lessons with Anna. Anna is an excellent teacher who tailors the lessons to each student's abilities and needs. The combination of her passion for dance, her expertise and her sparkling personality make for an enjoyable and rewarding learning experience. I would highly recommend taking lessons at Lake Shore Dance Academy.

  • 5/5 Julia A. 1 year ago on Google
    We had such an incredible experience at the studio. We decided to sign up for dance lessons 4 weeks before our wedding and it ended up being our favorite part of the wedding planning process. Anna was so fun to work with and she can get even the most shy person to feel comfortable. Although we had very limited time we felt very confident on our wedding day and our first dance will forever be one of our favorite memories from that day. If you're hesitant about signing up for a class just do it. You won't regret it!

  • 5/5 Kevin J. 1 year ago on Google
    I had swing dance lessons with Anna and learned quite a bit in one round of classes, with some Tango thrown in the mix. The studio is nice and clean and the classes are structured well with it not being overwhelming, and Anna was a fun teacher.

  • 5/5 Ashley H. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m blown away! My husband and I signed up for dance not having a clue on what to do. We met Anna and from there she has turned us into dancers! She had bought out the confidence in in us that I never thought was possible. She is patient, fun, and you can see the love and passion she has for dancing. Anna is an incredible instructor! If you are looking to sign up for dance, this place is the way to go!

  • 5/5 Kimberly S. 11 months ago on Google
    My dad and I took lessons for the daddy daughter dance for my wedding, and we had the pleasure of working with Anna, who is so knowledgeable, patient and funny. We did the 15 dance class package, as neither of us can dance, and Anna truly transformed us and made us feel comfortable each practice. We successfully completed our lessons, and cannot believe how much Anna has taught us in so little time! Anna has such great abilities and knowledge in dance and to teach dance. She made each practice fun, made us laugh, and taught us how to cha-cha and ramba! Highly recommend to anyone considering taking lessons!

  • 5/5 Amy R. 1 year ago on Google
    Cannot recommend this place enough! My fiance and I had SO much fun learning the basics of a few different types of dance, and creating a special first dance with a lot of help from Anna! She was kind, patient, and up for the challenge of making our first dance represent us. We were both nervous to try this out but dance lessons ended up being one of our favorite wedding experiences.

  • 5/5 corina b. 1 year ago on Google
    Anna was just amazing. We went to the studio with the idea to learn couple of steps as our wedding was approaching and my fiancee did not dance. Anna was able to get him out of his shell and actually make him enjoy dancing. This was the best money we ever spent and it was well worth it. All our wedding guests were impressed with our first dance and could not believe my fiancee did not dance before that. Thank you Anna! You did miracles. Don't think twice...try Anna and her studio!!! Corina and Kenny

  • 5/5 Christina B. 2 years ago on Google
    Anna is simply the best. From the initial consult to our last dance lesson, my husband and I had the best experience. We have two left feet and hired Anna to help with our first dance for our wedding. She helped make our first dance comfortable and enjoyable. We looked forward to every dance lesson and the experience was one of our most treasured experiences throughout wedding planning. Anna is kind, funny, patient and professional. You won't be disappointed. We miss her already!

  • 5/5 Dave F. 1 year ago on Google
    Our children bought us a gift certificate for 1 lesson. Neither my wife nor I knew how to dance and decided to try it out. Anna was very knowledgeable and patient with us and started by talking to us about what we wanted to get out of the lessons. We love her instruction so much we signed up for the basic package. After we finished those lessons, we enjoyed it so much we signed up again. We have also had lessons with Alex, and he is just as knowledgeable and patient. It is a hard decision which instructor we like to use because they are both so good. I would highly recommend this studio to everyone.

  • 5/5 Jade C. 2 years ago on Google
    Our first dance blew all of our guests away! Anna was thorough, creative and efficient. She took our first dance song, which is a bit obscure, and came up with an amazing, elaborate, and beautiful first dance. You can tell that Anna is experienced in dance and really knows what she’s doing. The transitions flowed with the music and beats, yet the dance was not too complicated, as long as you practice, practice, practice! Which we did and enjoyed. I highly recommend Lake Shore Dance Academy.

  • 5/5 Lisa P. 1 year ago on Google
    Anna @ LakeShoreDanceAcademy is amazing! The studio is beautiful and she is very organized. We had the best time learning our first dance with her. She makes it so simple to follow and she builds up technical movement slowly so we never felt overwhelmed. She’s patient and a true professional. I will recommend to all my friends, especially engaged couples, to work with Anna! I can’t wait to dance with my “husband!” We’re thrilled with experience!


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