Private Dance Lessons
Seattle, WA
Subject: Dance
Take your dancing to the next level with Private Lessons
Would you like to perform like on "Dancing with the Stars" or just be able to get along on the dancefloor? You have to start somewhere.
Private lessons make your goals an exciting reality. Whether you are preparing for the social dance floor, wedding, dance competition, performance or special event, you will achieve your goals quicker with one-on-one attention.
One private lesson gives the concentrated learning experience equal to several group lessons.
Dance style is your choice - choose from Ballroom, Latin...
Take your dancing to the next level with Private Lessons
Would you like to perform like on "Dancing with the Stars" or just be able to get along on the dancefloor? You have to start somewhere.
Private lessons make your goals an exciting reality. Whether you are preparing for the social dance floor, wedding, dance competition, performance or special event, you will achieve your goals quicker with one-on-one attention.
One private lesson gives the concentrated learning experience equal to several group lessons.
Dance style is your choice - choose from Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Salsa, Two-Step, Clubbin Freestyle and more, or a combination of dance styles. .
Private Lessons may be taken individually or shared by up to two people with no extra charge.
Private versus Group Classes
Especially for couples, if you are looking to dance with that one special partner you may not enjoy a group class that has you rotating partners and dancing with other people for the majority of the lesson.
Private Lessons will have you dancing with your partner and having fun in a much shorter time!
Group classes are not for everyone!
Group Classes usually have a set lesson plan. If you don't get it right away, they move on without you leaving you feeling discouraged and confused. Private lessons move at your learning pace and every lesson is individualized to ensure that YOU GET IT
In a Private Lesson you will dance with your professional instructor and get the correct feel of the dance. In Group Classes you will dance with other beginners and sometimes get the wrong feeling
Private dance lessons are, quite possibly, the most important step in becoming a proficient dancer.
Your instructor will provide you with the personalized attention you need and direct 100% of their attention to you.
Private dance lessons offer much more gain in a comparable period of time than any other type.
Private Lessons make the perfect gift Our attractive Gift Certificates are perfect for any occasion. When you give the gift of dance you give a lifetime of pleasure on the dance floor So treat your loved ones (or treat yourself -- you deserve it) to the luxury of individualized learning with Private Lessons.
DanceExperts in Seattle can arrange a "Private GROUP Lesson" or series of lessons for your group in the dance(s) of your choice. Lessons may be held at our studio, and may also be arranged at your location. (Make your next corporate event, party or fundraiser memorable with a dance lesson in a popular style like Ballroom, Salsa, Tango, Swing)
We can help you achieve your dancing goal with personalized instruction with no hassles, no contracts, no sales pitches
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Seattle, WA 98125 | Olympic Hills
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Shannon Knauss
206-533-8855
Registered Certified Instructor & Judge with the National Dance Council of America...
Shannon Knauss
206-533-8855
Registered Certified Instructor & Judge with the National Dance Council of America
Member of The Seattle Swing Dance Club
Available for Private Lessons, Parties, Group Classes, Special Events, Church or Schools, Birthday Parties, Bat Mitzvahs
Outgoing and people friendly personality perfect for beginners, singles, couples,
Entertainment style lessons available for parties.
Lesson style and humor suitable for all ages, children to senior
Professional Master of Ceremonies for Auctions, Benefits, Galas, or Competitions
Voice-Over Actress available for Book,TV & Radio
Announcing
Schools I have taught at: University of Washington, North Seattle Community College, Bush, Madrona, Overlake, B.F. Day, Nathan Hale, Ballard, Bear Creek, Lakeside, Seattle Pacific University, Cascade Christian, Shorewood, Renton High, Chief Sealth, St. Benedict's, St. Alphonsus, Shoreline Christian, St. Lukes.
Clubs I have taught or performed at: Harbor Club, WAC, Seattle Tennis Club, Columbia Tower Club, Seattle Golf Club, Lake City Elks, Everett Elks & Eagles, Ballard Eagles, Swedish Club, Tyee Yacht Club, Queen City Yacht Club, Seattle Yacht club, Mercer Island Shore Club, Argosy Cruises, Skansonia, Hollywood Schoolhouse, Salish Lodge, Safeco Field, Quest Events Center, Washington Dance Club.
My corporate client list includes: Microsoft, T-Mobile, Sonsational Events, Unigard, Solomon Events, Hart's Fitness, Seattle Athletic Club, Prudential Realty, Shea Homes, Seattle Times, The Westin
I have cast dancers for Movies ( The Ring) and TV Shows, (Screaming Flea Productions & Me VS Me)
and Stage. ( Benaroya Hall, The Showbox,The Paramount)
Professional Achievements:
Registered Pro/Am Competitor with the National Dance Council of America 15 years
Certified Instructor with the National Dance Council of America.
Certified Associate Degree in International Standard with Terpsichorean Society.
Certified Member's Degree in American Style Ballroom with The Terpsichorean Society of Dance Teachers
Certified Member's Degree in American Style Rhythm with The Terpsichorean Society of Dance Teachers
Coach of The University of Washington Ballroom and Latin Team 1997-1999
Official Judge for USABDA Northwest Regionals 1999,2002
Official Judge for USABDA Northwest
Quest for The Best Competitions 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007
2000 Approved Dance Instructor for Seattle School District ,Background Check performed, Identification Verified
Coach of 2000 & 2001 1st Place team in Dance BF DAY elem., Seattle School District Athletic Challenge, 72 teams
Master of Ceremonies for The Oregon Fall Festival for ten years.
Master of Ceremonies for The Crystal Ball and Northwest Dance Extravaganza 10 years
Official Judge at 2000 Pacific Northwest Lindy Hop Championships 2001,2003
Master of Ceremonies for the Pacific Northwest Lindy Hop Championships 2001,2003
My students placed in the Top five & Top 10 in 2001 Lindy Hop Championships!
8 time 1st Place Winner OPEN PRO/AM West Coast Swing, Crystal Ball, Northwest Dance Extravaganza, City of Roses, Holiday to Dance :with partners
Kay Kinnish, Rick Jorgenson, Ramadan Zeinu, Brian McNatt, Joe Vasquez
Special thanks to these awesome professionals most influential in my dancing and teaching:
To Sheila Sloan, Your knowlege of dance endless and your technique timeless. Lessons with you affected me greatly.
To Beth Knoll, thank you for teaching me the standard and for being a great friend!
To Olga Forponava, thank you for expanding my creative thinking in smooth dancing, for being a great friend and for my wedding dress!
To Buddy Schwimmer, thank you for my beginnings in West Coast Swing. You taught me so much about musicality and choreographing, it is in all of my dances.
To my inspiring competition coaches, Thank you! Nadia Eftedal, Ron Montez, Rick Valenzuela, Debbie Avalos, Pierre Allaire & Mirelle Veillieux, Bob Powers & Julia Gorchakova
Special thanks owed to my past professional dance partners:Scot Board, John Yantis, Alex Samorano, Patrick Garcia, Dan Gibbons
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