Learning to dance is a lot of fun — and you don’t need a partner! With so many styles to choose from, lots of dancing at BLS, frequent classes, and professional instructors to help, you can be sure there is a place for you in our BLS dance family.
Free Group Class Before BLS Dances
Each of our social dances (2nd and 4th Fridays of every month) starts with a complimentary dance lesson taught by various area professional ballroom/swing dance teachers (7 pm to 7:45 pm). Beginners are very welcome! We pride ourselves on our welcoming atmosphere, so come on out and join us!
Private Classes
We can also recommend any of our area dance teachers for private, personalized, one-on-one training in almost any style of dance you can imagine. (Arrangements for private instruction are between you and your instructor.) There’s also various group classes and private lessons for couples, too! What are you waiting for?
Dance Instructors
Tim Acosta & Jordan Sims / Little Rock Westies:
Jordan and Tim champion the active group of West Coast Swing dancers in central Arkansas. Visit Little Rock Westies Facebook page for more information.
Louie Bianco:
Ballroom, Latin and swing dancing; specializes in Argentine tango. 501-868-4160 or Email: louietango@hotmail.com .
Tim Buffenbarger / Let’s Dance Studio:
Weekly group class and individual private instruction. No partner required. Call 501-663-7724 for more information on weekly or monthly lessons or to schedule private lessons.
Sandra Casado / AR Dance Scene:
Private lessons, group classes, dance parties (fun, beginner friendly & interactive). 1st dance wedding choreography, DJ services and more! (949) 209-7441. FB group page: www.facebook.com/arkansasballroomdancing Email: photodancer1@yahoo.com
Mark Counsell-Short / Rock City Ballroom:
Former two-time USA Rising Star finalist with over 35 years of passion for dancing: individual, group, wedding, event, showcase, and “Healthy Body & Mind” mobility exercise dance. Call or text 501-349-8235. Follow on Facebook @ Rock City Ballroom LLC or www.rockcityballroom.com.
Andy Davis:
Private and group lessons in Argentine tango. Argentine tango practica most Sundays. Call 501-837-0509 or email: littlerocktango@gmail.com
Daniel Felts:
Ballroom and country-western dances; available for small groups and private lessons at Let’s Dance Studio. Call or text: 501-349-7633 or email: dncrdan@aol.com
Lisa Kirkpatrick:
Social style ballroom, Latin, swing, and country-western private and group lessons. Call 501-680-7151.
Eric & Stacy Marcotte:
Country-western private and group lessons. 501-658-2797 or 501-658-2767.
Leah Patterson / Leah’s School of Latin Dance (LSLD):
Leah has been dancing salsa professionally for over 12 years. In that time, she has become internationally recognized for her smooth and sensual styling and dynamic stage presence. She has performed and taught all across the world. Leah directs various amateur and semi-professional dance teams, and teaches from beginner to advanced dancers. Call 501-570-6373.
Adam Richardson / Richardson Ballroom:
Professional instruction in ballroom, Latin, country-western, wedding, and social dance. jivemandancing@gmail.com 501-258-7776