Skyllamas Performing Arts Center
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Lessons & packages

Private lessons, at your pace.

Every lesson is one-to-one (or one couple) with Slawek or Denise. Start with an intro lesson at 50% off, then continue with a package and book each lesson as you go.

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New students

Your first lesson, half price.

$140 $70 for 45 minutes

A private intro lesson with Slawek or Denise, floor fee included. Meet us, try a few dances and find your level. No experience or partner needed.

Request my $70 first lesson

For first-time students: one intro lesson per person or couple.

Start here · 50% off

Intro lesson

Your first 45-minute private lesson is half price: $70 instead of $140. Meet us, try a few dances and find your level. We’ll suggest a plan that fits your goal, whether that’s a party, a wedding or the competition floor.

Most students

Lesson packages

Packages of 4, 8, 16 or 32 private lessons. Use them at your own pace, with Slawek, Denise or both, at the studio that suits you.

One at a time

Single lessons

A single 45-minute private lesson when you need one: a tune-up before an event, or a check-in between packages.

Prices 2026

Simple prices, floor fee included.

Every lesson is 45 minutes, and the studio floor fee is already in the price.

50% off

First lesson

$70

New students only

Single lesson

$140

1 × 45 minutes

Save $20

4 lessons

$540

$135 a lesson

Save $60

8 lessons

$1,060

$132.50 a lesson

Save $160

16 lessons

$2,080

$130 a lesson

Save $480

32 lessons

$4,000

$125 a lesson

  • Packages are valid for 1 year from purchase.
  • Pay for 16 or 32 lessons in 2 or 3 monthly payments (5% more in all). Lessons are added as each payment clears.
  • Pay by Zelle or straight from your bank account (through Stripe) at no extra cost. We don’t take cards right now.

Prices for new students. See our lesson policies for cancelling and rescheduling.

Who it’s for

Whoever you are dancing with.

Couples

Learn to lead and follow together, for nights out, events or just for the two of you.

Singles

No partner needed. You dance with your teacher, and it’s the fastest way to learn.

Kids and teens

Posture, rhythm and confidence, taught with patience and a lot of fun. A parent or guardian books every lesson for their child.

Wedding couples

A first dance you’ll enjoy doing, not just survive. More about wedding dance.

Competitors

Technique, choreography and floor craft from two certified adjudicators.

Shows and events

Choreography for performances, showcases and special moments.

Styles we teach

American, International and social.

  • American SmoothWaltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz
  • American RhythmCha Cha, Rumba, Swing, Bolero, Mambo
  • International StandardWaltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep
  • International LatinCha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive
  • Social dancingSalsa, Hustle, Swing and party basics for weddings and events
Slawek and Denise in promenade, Denise in a pink and black gown
Slawek and Denise in a ballroom line, Denise in a blue gown
Slawek and Denise in a playful show-dance moment, Denise in a yellow dress

Where

Two studios in North Jersey.

  • Studio KGarfield, NJ
  • Starlight Dance StudioNutley, NJ

Choose the one that suits you when you send your request.

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Tell us what you’d like.

Slawek or Denise will reply to agree a time and studio. Every lesson is confirmed by us personally, so nothing is booked or charged until you hear from us.

Which studio suits you?
Teacher

Slawek takes a limited number of new private students. If his schedule is full, we’ll offer you a lesson with Denise or a place on his waitlist.

Booking for your child? Please fill this in as the parent or guardian, with your own name and contact details. We’ll talk about your child’s experience and goals when we reply.

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