Ballroom Dance 12 week programs (Divided into 2 sessions)
Instructor: Peter Ianniciello, 740-440-0555
Co-Instructor: Susan Stout

Ballroom Dance Classes start Sept. 9th!

Ballroom Dance 12 week programs (Divided into 2 sessions)
Couples only @ $118 per couple (plus tax) class is limited to 6 couples.

Beginner Ballroom Dance, Sundays, 5:00-6:30pm
Course description: The program is for couples seeking an introductory course in basic ballroom dancing. Students can decide to take one or both of the sessions and enrollment in the second session is not dependent on attending the first session. The goal of both sessions is to allow a couple to dance comfortably in a social setting. Ballroom dancing is a fun and exciting way for a couple to learn something new together and then enjoy it together for years to come. It is great exercise for your mind and body. Leather soled or ballroom dance shoes are recommended. Athletic shoes with “grippy” soles are not recommended since dance movements may put stress on joints while wearing them.

Session 1: September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14
Introduction to proper posture, dance movement, lead/follow technique and styling with application to Waltz, Foxtrot and Rumba.

Session 2: October 21, 28 November 4, 11, 18, December 2
Introduction to proper posture, dance movement, lead follow technique, and styling with application to Swing, Cha Cha, and Mambo/Salsa.

Intermediate Level Ballroom Dance, Sundays, 6:35-8:05pm
Limited to four couples
The program is for couples who have completed the Beginner ballroom course and who seek to add figures to their repertoire and improve styling and technique. Students can decide to take one or both of the sessions and enrollment in the second session is not dependent on attending the first session. The goal of both sessions is to allow a couple to dance confidently in a social setting. This session will enhance your enjoyment of ballroom dancing. Leather soled or ballroom dance shoes are recommended. Athletic shoes with “grippy” soles are not recommended since dance movements may put stress on joints while wearing them. Dress in comfortable street clothes.

Session 1:  Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14; Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing

Session 2: October 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18, Dec 2; Rumba, Cha Cha, Mambo/Salsa

** Payment is requested in advance or by first class. Thank you!!

**Class size is limited, so please register early.

Students should approach the class with the program expectation of 100% attendance, make-up classes are not provided. Each class begins with a quick review of the previous class so the students do have some opportunity to "catch up" at each class. Some have found a private lesson to be helpful even if they have attended 100% of the classes.

Private Lessons: Peter and Susan are available together for private lessons most weekdays and weekday evenings with some availability on weekends. The cost for private lessons with Peter and Susan is $60 per hour; semi-private lessons are $90 per hour. "Wedding Dance Lessons" are offered for couples and their families. The cost is $60 per hour for the bride and groom and an additional $30 per hour for each couple taking lessons with the bride and groom.  Lessons can be arranged by calling the instructor directly at 740-440-0555.
 

Instructor Bios

Peter Ianniciello and Susan Stout are both members of and registered competition dancers with the National Dance Council of America and have been ballroom dance partners for the past five years and have studied ballroom dancing through private instruction with:
2005-2006 Gerald Powell, Middleport, OH, senior Arthur Murray instructor (retired).

2007-2008 Carry Harris, Columbus Ohio, USA level professional competition ballroom dancer and instructor.

2009-present John Dryden, Dryden Dance Studio, Pittsburgh, PA, world level competition dancer, championship event adjudicator, IDTA.BB.LA.OTOB scrutiner and internationally renowned instructor.

Peter's and Susan's Teaching experience over the past 3 years:

Wood County Adult Education Ballroom Dance Program Instructors
PHS ROTC Ballroom Dance Instructors
Hamilton Junior High Ballroom Dance Club Instructors
Independent Adult Group Lesson Instructors
Individual Private Lessons including Bride and Groom Wedding Dance Instruction

Peter and Susan are members of the Tempo Dance Club in Parkersburg, WV, and The Oglebay Formals in Wheeling, WV. Peter is the president of the Tempo Dance Club. They also regularly attend dances with the 200 Big Band Club in Wheeling WV.
Ballroom dancing is a fun and exciting way for a couple to learn something new together and enjoy it for years to come. It is great exercise for the mind and body. Ballroom instruction at PACE is provided by Peter Ianniciello and his partner Susan Stout who work together to give couples the confidence to dance comfortably in a social settings.

Ballroom dancing is a fun and exciting way for a couple to learn something new together and enjoy it for years to come. It is great exercise for the mind and body. Ballroom instruction at PACE is provided by Peter Ianniciello and his partner Susan Stout who work together to give couples the confidence to dance comfortably in social settings.