Samantha Fitschen

$75/session

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Introduction: First dances are my specialty! I can choreograph your first dance, parent-child dance, surprise bridal party flash mob and/or partnering basics for the whole wedding party. I’m very good with beginners, and make sure our lessons are fun and easy-to-follow. I have been a dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer for over 30 years. I have won awards for excellence in musical theater choreography, a genre which covers many different dance styles...so whatever your vision, from traditional to organic….I can help you create that magic moment! Trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, modern, theater dance, ballroom. Certified teacher (by day) so I am up-to-date on background checks and clearances. I am located at a professional dance space in Allison Park, PA off of Rt. 8. LGBTQIA Ally! Vaccinated, boosted and will mask if preferred.

Overview

Hired 14 times

Serves Allison Park, PA

Background checked

1 employee

34 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Carolyn C.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Samantha put together a wonderful father daughter dance for my daughter’s wedding. She did a great job teaching the routine. She went above and beyond to coordinate a perfect dance that was easy for them to follow and look good doing. I would highly recommend her. I would also hire her again! And the dance was to a Led Zeppelin song!

Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • Parent dance (i.e., father/daughter) • No, I do not have choreography in mind • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Belita O.

Oct 22, 2023

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We both enjoyed working with Samantha. Her positive energy and charisma really made dancing a lot of fun. We had multiple sessions in person with Sam at the studio and she was always punctual and responsive to meeting. Also, flexible with our schedules. Fun experience for sure.

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

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Julia W.

Sep 9, 2023

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Sam is amazing! She's so fun to work with and choreographed our first dance beautifully. She was very responsive and had a flexible schedule to let us do our dance lessons. She chose moves that were at our skill level and was able to give us tips to make it look great. I cannot recommend her enough!

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

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Lynn H.

Aug 15, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

My husband and I went for a dance lesson for our daughter's wedding. We had a blast. So instead of just one lesson as we intended, we wanted more. Samantha was very accommodating and helped squeeze in 3 before the big day! Samantha made us feel so comfortable and made it a lot of fun. I highly recommend her services.

Details: Two (e.g., myself and my husband) • Parent dance (i.e., father/daughter) • What my teacher recommends • No experience • As recommended by professional • 60 minutes • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Late afternoon (3 - 6pm) • Early afternoon (noon - 3pm) • I travel to the wedding dance instructor

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Beverly S.

Apr 10, 2018

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I enjoyed every minute of our lessons, she was up beat and very friendly every time we had gone in. She choreographed our wedding dance to the awe, I cant wait to show everyone what she had come up with. I would recommend her to anyone.!!!!

Details: Two (e.g., myself and my husband) • First dance • Waltz • Slow Dance • Intermediate • Once a week • 60 minutes • Monday • Saturday • Friday • Sunday • Late afternoon (3 - 6pm) • Evening (after 6pm) • I travel to the wedding dance instructor

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Samantha Fitschen

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Find out what style preference they would like, and if there are any special preferences or requirements for their wedding (surprises, dance location, the kind of moment they want to experience). We work out schedule and location for our first lesson and cover some basics for the first hour. I try to create a good report and comfort level so they will want to continue meeting to finish choreographing their dance!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
BFA in Music Theater from Roosevelt University in Chicago BS in Elementary Education from Slippery Rock University Danced professionally in musicals, cruise ships, and performed my own one woman show Taught all ages in ballroom, ballet, jazz, tap Owned my own studio in Maryland before moving to PA. I teach dance fitness on moxie.xyz
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I've known I've wanted to be a choreographer from a very young age. It's my calling!