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Gary Franco Dance Coach

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Gary coached and choreographed world champions in theater arts. He has danced with the Boston Ballet, American Folk Ballet and Los Angeles Classical Ballet and as a guest artist with multiple ballet companies. Musical credits: Saturday Night Fever (Cezar), Li'l Abner (Evil Eye Fleagle), Contact (Headwaiter), West Side Story (Bernardo), Grand Hotel (Bolero-L.A. Ovation award nominee best featured actor in a musical), Music Man (Tommy Djealus-M.A.C.Y. association award Best Performance in a Musical) Film and TV: The Producers, The Mask, Boys and Girls Guide, Murder She Wrote and Live To Dance. "During my 30 years experience as a partner and solo dancer I have developed an eye for what works on stage. I know how to pull the most out of any dancer and get them in touch with their inner artist. Whether preparing for international competition, audition or even wedding, I can get you where you want to be and more!"
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Hired 61 times

Serves Gonzales, TX

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28 years in business

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2019

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Abhishek R.

Aug 9, 2026

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My wife and I went to Gary to learn a dance for our wedding. Post wedding my, our dance lessons have become a biweekly tradition that we now look forward to as newlyweds!
Gary makes learning the dance moves and the dance steps, easy and simple. Even though we have no prior dance training, he was able to teach us the waltz, the rumba, swing, and even some two-step. Gary breaks it down into the fundamental rules of dance and his intuitive teaching method puts you at ease. We had a great time and highly recommend him to anyone from beginner to advanced looking to deepen your dance practice. We drive from Austin because he is worth it!!!

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Waltz • I'm flexible • Beginner • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding Dance Lessons
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Silvestre S.

Oct 14, 2025

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With short notice, Gary choreographed a beautiful first dance for my wife and me. In just an hour and a half, we learned the routine to our chosen song. He was very accommodating to our preferences and made the experience enjoyable overall.

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Slow Dance • I'm flexible • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding Dance Lessons
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Casey L.

Nov 14, 2024

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Wow, highly recommend Gary and his expertise. My fiance and I booked him for our first dance and I am blown away by how quickly it came together. We were ambitious and planned a 9minute first dance and came with a fair amount of inspiration that Gary always took into consideration along side his own input from a lifetime of experience in SO many different styles! I love the way he feels the music and is not just doing the “steps” but listening to what Wants to happen and what naturally flows, allowing the transitions to be incredibly elegant and natural. I dance myself, so I wanted someone who could really level up my fiancé’s confidence and I feel like Gary had such wonderful insight into postures and technique to create a really elegant and clean dance but honestly I feel like so much of this translated naturally just from the way he holds himself. I can’t recommend him enough! I always left our lessons feeling so happy and excited about what we achieved! I feel like we have an incredible dance that my partner and I will dance a lifetime together.

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • Waltz • Slow Dance • Swing Dance • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding Dance Lessons
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Gustin E.

Nov 19, 2024

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We hired Gary to help us with our first dance at our wedding and I must admit he blew us away with all that he taught us. He was very professional, friendly, patient and creative and worked miracles with my fiancé and I. I was very surprised how much we learned in two sessions and how Gary was able to teach me how to dance a choreographed dance for our wedding. I highly recommend Gary and will be working with him in the future to learn different dance styles and techniques. Thank you Gary!!

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Slow Dance • No, I do not have choreography in mind • Beginner • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Wedding Dance Lessons
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Emilie G.

Nov 6, 2024

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My husband and I were so nervous about our first dance but Gary not only made us feel great about our choreographed dance, he made us feel confident!! We had no idea what we were doing but he walked us through everything. We only had 2 lessons with him and we were basically pros. Honestly couldn't have imagined anyone better! If you're unsure what you will do for your first dance, Gary is the best pick for you! Very easy going and willing to work with any level of dancing experience.

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Slow Dance • What my teacher recommends • No, I do not have choreography in mind • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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