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About
I am an independent dance instructor who is passionate about teaching all styles of partner dancing and have been teaching Ballroom, Latin, C & W, Swing Dancing and Wedding Dance preparation in the Dallas area since 1998. To me, the only rule of dancing is to have fun.
I see dancing as my life's work and I enjoy sharing my love for dance with others.
Overview
Hired 25 times
Serves Princeton, TX
Background checked
1 employee
28 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 pm - 3:00 pmMon9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Elianet O.
Apr 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was amazing and fun to work with for our wedding choreography. He was really a trooper to go after the medley of 5 songs I had out together and come up with different steps for each of those. We had a lot of fun learning, practicing and really enjoyed the live version, we were able to put out there for our guests. It was the best experience thanks to John professionalism and expertise.
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.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Melissa K.
Aug 25, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
He has been choreographing our first dance for our wedding jut in addition, he has given my fiance the ability to choose what he wants to do next and feel confident in himself and in dancing. I just like to follow and beat to my own drum which, John has worked well with incorporating my funkiness into our dance style.
Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Parent dance (i.e., father/daughter) • Wedding party dance • What my teacher recommends • Slow Dance • Swing Dance • Foxtrot • Waltz • Hip Hop • Latin • No, I do not have choreography in mind • No song preference • Beginner • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Christiana F.
Sep 26, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dan is a great dance teacher! My fiancé and I used him to learn some steps for our first dance at our wedding. His lessons were incredibly helpful and he was very patient with us having no dance experience. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone!
Details: Two (ex. me and my partner) • First dance • Parent dance (i.e., father/daughter) • Waltz • Slow Dance • No, I do not have choreography in mind • No song preference • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Stacy B.
Jul 3, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
John stepped in at the last minute and helped with our mother/son dance for my son's wedding. The steps he taught us were just what we needed! He was professional and patient, and I highly recommend him!
Details: 18-25 • 46-65 • A group of 3-4 people • Country • Beginner • Preparing for a wedding • 60 minutes • More than once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Dance Lessons
Nancy M.
Mar 3, 2019
Through time spent years ago learning ballroom, I came to know quite a few dance instructors, either personally or through their students who were acquaintances of mine. Either they sweet talk you into buying expensive packages (and then disappear), or convince you to spend a fortune to train and enter competitions...when maybe all you want to do is learn to dance socially and have FUN. John’s whole approach is, “if it’s not fun, why do it?” No drama, no hassles, no pressure! He’s more patient and supportive than any instructor I’ve ever known, and believe me, you will have fun while you’re learning!
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John Laverty
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
PRIVATE LESSONS
1 Private Lesson: $75.00 - One lesson is 1 hour
3 Private Lessons: $210.00 - Must be taken within a month of purchase
5 Private Lessons: $325.00 - Lessons must be taken within 2 months of purchase
10 Private Lessons: $625.00 - Lessons must be taken within 3 months of purchase
20 Private Lessons: $1,200.00 - Lessons must be taken within 6 months of purchase
GROUP LESSONS
Groups of 1 to 6 People: $75.00 flat fee per 1 hour class.
Groups from 7 or More People: $10.00 per person per 1 hour class.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Prior to taking a lesson, I would like to have a consultation with the prospective student in order to discuss what their goals are and what they expect from their dancing. Then I would put together a curriculum for that specific student in order to fill their needs and wants.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was introduced to ballroom dancing in 1998 by Jobea Bittenbender. She was the one that got me hooked on ballroom for life. Over the years I have also been periodically trained by Aimee Mendez, Randy Lynn and Christopher Ashley, to name a few.
