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About
Voted BEST OF WEDDINGS 2025 & 2026. Your First Dance LA is Los Angeles's #1 dance school for Wedding dance choreography, Quinceañera's, and private dance lessons. We also offer party entertainment which includes salsa dancers, samba dancers, belly dancers, burlesque and much more!
Our home studio is located in Culver City, but other studio locations, and in-home session are also possible dependent on schedule.
Dance is my greatest passion, and it is my goal to share the joys that dance has brought me with others! Creating meaningful connection through dancing and helping others grow and better their mental and physical health is my souls purpose.
As a dancer I have performed on stages with shows such as The Flaunt Girls, Beyond Illusion, Divas to the Dancefloor, Art Aid,
and many more! I am a lover of all styles of dance, but partnering styles are my favorite!
Offering the following:
Salsa-Bachata-Rumba-Cha Cha-Bolero-hustle-West Coast Swing-East Coast Swing-Wedding Dance Choreography- Event Lessons-Event Performances-samba- burlesque
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Please note that all lessons must be cancelled or rescheduled with 24 hours notice or the lesson will be charged at the per session rate. There are no refunds for purchased packages for any reason. Thank you for your understanding.
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Dance style
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I travel to my customers
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Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Mack A.
1 month ago
At my mom’s insistence my dad and I decided to take lessons for our father daughter dance. We started less than 2 months out from the wedding so I knew it would be tough, but Lindsey was absolutely amazing. She was so fun to work with and really helped teach us moves that were fun and interesting. I loved it so much that I decided to take my fiance only three weeks from the wedding for lessons too! Despite the very short time period Lindsey worked with us to learn a dance that even included a lift and a dip (both of which were real crowd pleasers). One of favorite pictures from the previews is from the dip. 10/10 recommend!
Seyed S.
Nov 16, 2025
I’ve been taking dance lessons with Lindsay for a few years now, and I couldn’t be happier. She’s patient, professional, and always makes the lessons fun and motivating. I’ve seen real improvement in my dancing and confidence thanks to her clear teaching style and encouragement. I highly recommend Lindsay to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated dance instructor.
Derek D.
Nov 13, 2025
Lindsay is an incredible dance teacher! She’s friendly, truly attentive, and makes learning so much fun. Her energy instantly puts you at ease, and she explains everything in a way that feels easy and encouraging. I always leave her classes feeling more confident and excited to learn more. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great dance experience!
Cheyenne D.
Apr 27, 2024
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I had been dancing for less than a year when I started working with Lindsay. Within ten lessons, she pushed me to perfect my technique as a solo dancer so that I would become a better partner by creating a new routine https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrRS57COa7Q/?igsh=MXdncWFzdmxoZDZ5Yg==. I had just gotten out of the hospital two weeks prior to this video and was in physical therapy and she still managed to get me to this point! She is so patient and kind and supportive ALWAYS, and I am devastated that I had to move back to Indiana and stop dancing with her!
Details: 26-35 • One person (one-on-one with instructor) • Ballroom • Beginner • Preparing for an event / performance • 45 minutes • As recommended by professional • At the pro’s location
Private Dance Lessons
Edward R.
Jun 16, 2025
I highly recommend Lindsay as an instructor for anyone wanting to learn to dance or needing choreography for an event. I have danced on a salsa team that Lindsay was the head female instructor of. I got the opportunity to perform with her in Hawaii and at other events in LA. She was always helpful, professional, and you can tell she is really passionate about dancing and teaching. Although I predominantly dance salsa, Lindsay has also taught me a little Argentine tango, Bachata, and Rumba. She has knowledge in almost every style of dance. She’s truly one of a kind and in my opinion she’s the best of all .
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Lindsay Benay Sutphin