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13 Years
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Award-Winning Ballroom Dance Lessons in Chicago
Duet Dance Studio has been teaching Chicago to dance since 2013, establishing itself as an award-winning ballroom dance studio recognized in The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame. Our LGBTQ+-friendly studio, owned by a woman of color, specializes in ballroom dance lessons, wedding dance instruction, and group classes tailored to all skill levels. With locations in Chicago and the western suburbs, we offer both in-studio and virtual lessons to accommodate diverse learning preferences.Our experienced instructors focus on creating a supportive environment where beginners and seasoned dancers develop skills in Swing, Salsa, Tango, Waltz, and more. We host private dance parties for special occasions while maintaining flexible scheduling options for individual and group sessions. Our commitment to connecting people through dance has fostered lasting relationships between instructors and students, creating a welcoming community centered around movement and celebration.
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Wedding Dance Instruction
Group Dance Classes
Online Dance Lessons
Private Dance Parties
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Award-winning studio recognized in The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame
- Experienced instructors teach all skill levels from beginners to advanced dancers
- Tailored lessons available in-studio or virtual formats
- LGBTQ+-friendly environment owned by woman of color
- Private dance parties for weddings, birthdays, and team-building events
What people say
Best experience ever
Amazing and supportive
Fun and lively
Excellent training
Attention to detail
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Private ballroom dance lessons tailored to individual skill levels. Our experienced instructors teach Swing, Salsa, Bachata, Rumba, Merengue, Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, and Country Two-Step. Both singles and couples welcome in-studio or virtual sessions. Lessons focus on technique, rhythm, and confidence-building for social or competitive dancing.
Wedding Dance Instruction
Specialized wedding dance preparation with choreography tailored to your song and style. We recommend starting 3-6 months before your wedding for fully choreographed routines. Instructors work with couples to create memorable first dances that reflect their personalities and comfort levels on the dance floor.
Group Dance Classes
Group classes available in Chicago and western suburbs for social dancers. Learn ballroom and Latin styles in a supportive environment with opportunities to practice before dancing publicly. Classes cater to mixed skill levels with emphasis on partner connection and social interaction.
Online Dance Lessons
Live virtual dance lessons and pre-recorded video programs for remote learning. Private and group options available with interactive instruction from experienced teachers. Complete online programs cover multiple dance styles with flexible scheduling for home-based students.
Private Dance Parties
Custom dance parties for weddings, bachelorette events, birthdays, and team-building. Includes instruction, music, and space rental options. Parties combine dance instruction with social celebration in a fun, inclusive atmosphere for guests of all experience levels.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We teach Swing, Salsa, Bachata, Rumba, Merengue, Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, and Country Two-Step in private and group lessons.
Do you offer virtual dance lessons?
Yes, we provide live virtual lessons and online video programs for students who prefer learning from home.
How early should wedding couples start lessons?
We recommend starting 3-6 months before your wedding for optimal preparation and choreography development.
Are group classes available for beginners?
Yes, our group classes accommodate all skill levels with experienced instructors guiding beginners through basic techniques.
What makes your studio unique?
We combine award-winning instruction with an LGBTQ+-friendly environment owned by a woman of color, creating inclusive dance experiences.
Do you host private dance events?
Yes, we organize private dance parties for weddings, birthdays, and team-building events with customized entertainment options.
Reviews (5)
Phillip Cusimano
Jan 03, 2022
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What I can I say?? Duet Dance Studio is just amazing! Me and my fiancee (now wife) took dance lessons here in preparation for our wedding. Our instructor Virginia was absolutely terrific. We worked with Virginia for a few months to get our first wedding dance down, and when the big day came, the dance went down without a hitch. We highly recommend Duet if you're looking to learn how to dance or learn a specific dance for your wedding, so that you don't need to do the prom dance sway.
Alison Riazi
Nov 27, 2021
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My husband and I had the best time learning our first dance for our wedding at Duet Dance Studio. I have a dance background so I had a vision and we were paired with MJ, who was just fantastic. She saw and understood our vision of what we wanted our dance to be. Of course I was being challenging with using 2 songs but she was so kind, upbeat and willing to make our dance so special. I know she put in extra work on the side to help us! She was patient with both of us learning the steps and gave us supported feedback without being critical. I would recommend Duet Dance for any kind of dance you want
Jamie Wolfe
Nov 24, 2021
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My dad and I have always wanted to do a choreographed dance for my wedding! When the time came, my friend Jacquelyn recommend Duet after having the best experience with MJ. We had the pleasure of working with Allie, who not only came prepared with ideas and choreography, but her passion, kindness, and patience was unbelievable. My dad had zero dance experience prior to this first lesson, and Allie gave him the tools and confidence to nail a 3 minute dance (with multiple styles of dance intertwined) by the time the big day came!! This will forever be one of the most amazing memories I share with
Emily Malis
Nov 13, 2021
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We went to Duet Dance Studio in preparation of our weddings first dance, and it was one of the best decisions we made! We worked with Meghan and she was incredible! Murphy and I are super inexperienced dancers, but Meghan made us feel super comfortable and was a great instructor. We absolutely loved working with her and enjoyed each lesson! We highly recommend Duet Dance Studio!
Carleigh Moore
Nov 07, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality,Value
Stop, look no further, and book a dance lesson with MJ! My husband and I took a couple dance lessons with MJ ahead of our wedding - we had such a great time that we now take lessons with her post-wedding just for fun. MJs energy is infectious. Shes a great teacher and the sweetest human youll meet!
Stop, look no further, and book a dance lesson with MJ! My husband and I took a couple dance lessons with MJ ahead of our wedding - we had such a great time that we now take lessons with her post-wedding just for fun. MJs energy is infectious. Shes a great teacher and the sweetest human youll meet!
