Business Details
Ballroom, Latin & Swing Dance Lessons in Saint James, NY
Dance Magic Ballroom has been a trusted name in dance instruction on Long Island for over 35 years. Founded by U.S. Champion Giny Rae, our studio combines decades of competitive expertise with a commitment to accessible, enjoyable learning. As a family-run business, we prioritize flexibility, offering no-contract tuition and personalized attention to students of all skill levels. Our instructors hold prestigious affiliations with organizations like the North American Dance Teachers Association and the National Dance Council of America, ensuring high-quality instruction rooted in industry standards.With multiple locations across Suffolk County, we specialize in ballroom, Latin, swing, and wedding dance lessons, serving both social dancers and competitive enthusiasts. Our pay-as-you-go model and absence of mandatory packages reflect our confidence in client satisfaction. Over the years, we've cultivated a loyal community, with many students returning for decades, testament to our engaging teaching philosophy and expertise.
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Latin Dance Instruction
Swing Dance Classes
Wedding Dance Preparation
Salsa Dancing
Belly Dancing
Country Line Dancing
Aerial Dance Training
Private Dance Lessons
Group Dance Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of expert dance instruction on Long Island
- Our studio is led by U.S. Champion Giny Rae with 30+ years of teaching experience
- Enjoy flexible pay-as-you-go tuition with no contracts or packages
- Private, personalized wedding dance lessons tailored to your special day
- Serving Suffolk County with multiple convenient locations
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Our ballroom dance instruction covers American and International styles, including Foxtrot, Waltz, and Tango. Students learn proper technique and styling through structured lessons suitable for all experience levels. With over 35 years of expertise, our championship-level instructors provide personalized attention to develop your dance skills effectively.
Wedding Dance Preparation
Specializing in first wedding dance instruction, we create customized routines to your chosen music. Private sessions ensure focused attention while our flexible scheduling accommodates busy wedding planners. Our experienced instructors have prepared countless couples for memorable performances at their special events.
Latin Dance Instruction
Master Latin dance styles including Salsa, Cha Cha, and Merengue with our expert instructors. Classes emphasize rhythm, footwork, and partner connection while maintaining the vibrant energy characteristic of Latin dance. Our curriculum accommodates both social dancers and competitive enthusiasts seeking technical refinement.
Private Dance Lessons
Tailored one-on-one instruction focuses on individual goals and learning pace. Private sessions offer concentrated attention for rapid skill development in any dance style. Our flexible scheduling allows students to book lessons at their convenience with no long-term commitments.
Group Dance Classes
Social group classes provide affordable learning opportunities for multiple dance styles. Participants develop skills in a fun, interactive environment while practicing with various partners. Our rotating schedule accommodates different skill levels and dance preferences throughout the week.
People
Giny Rae
Founder
U.S. Ballroom Champion with 30+ years teaching experience, member of NADTA and NDCA, former Stony Brook University adjunct professor, and championship-level competition judge with international performance credentials.
Lexi Andrea
Instructor
Professional dancer and aerialist with Celebrity Cruise Lines experience, former Stony Brook University Ballroom Dance Club president, and graduate of Performing Arts High School and Stony Brook University's Theatre Arts program.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ballroom, Latin, swing, salsa, belly dancing, country line dancing, and wedding dance lessons with expert instruction in each style.
Do you offer private wedding dance lessons?
Yes, we provide private wedding dance instruction with customized routines to your chosen music in a dedicated practice space.
Are there contracts or package requirements?
No contracts or mandatory packages - our pay-as-you-go tuition allows flexible lesson scheduling without long-term commitments.
How long have you been teaching dance?
Our studio has provided dance instruction on Long Island for over 35 years with experienced championship-level instructors.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash payments for private lessons and class series tuition at the time of service.
Where are your locations?
We serve Suffolk County with locations in Selden, West Islip, and Smithtown, easily accessible from most Long Island communities.
Reviews (7)
Moira O'Connell
May 19, 2020
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Lexi helped my husband and I with our first dance! We loved going to lessons with her and had so much fun doing the dance at our wedding!
Patrick Preece
Dec 24, 2019
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Lexi is the best dance instructor I have ever encountered. She breaks down the moves into very simple steps that are easy to learn and gives you confidence that you can do the dance in your own. She has made our wedding dance, especially for someone like me that is not that comfortable dancing, very enjoyable and relaxing.
Jeremy Torres
Aug 19, 2019
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My wife and I went for classes to learn a few routines (Ballroom, Lindy Hop, Swing) before our wedding. Our instructor Lexi was so patient, helpful and most importantly fun! Highly recommend!
Chris D.
Oct 02, 2018
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Excellent! We went for a 1 hour lesson for our wedding an Lexi (sp?) was great! She was very friendly, had alot of patience and and offered tremendous guidance in teaching us how to properly dance to our wedding song. I would recommend this studio to anyone interested in dance lessons. Even amateurs like me!
Liz Long
Apr 05, 2018
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My friend and I just started taking salsa classes a couple of weeks ago and we love it! The studio is clean and beautiful and the instructor is amazing! We have so much fun and plan on continuing to dance here!
Michael Governara
Jul 07, 2017
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My wife and I signed up for Salsa Lessons on Wednesday nights. Great class, great teacher, lots of fun. Looking forward to the next class.
Apurva Kumar
Jan 05, 2017
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Went from someone with two left feet, who used to sit out when my friends danced to someone who is now addicted to dance. All this within the span of a year and participating in competitive collegiate ballroom competitions. Amazing Instructors and very homely, fun environment.
