Our Group Classes
Group classes are an excellent way to start social dancing! We teach group lessons 4 times a week and a whopping total of 16 dance forms. We try to keep to it all as simple and as fun as possible!
How It Works
Pay As You Go!
It's simple: you come to the class you want to take and you pay for that class. That's it. No contracts, no pre-registration. You don't even need to come in with your own partner. Just walk on in as you are!
It's simple: you come to the class you want to take and you pay for that class. That's it. No contracts, no pre-registration. You don't even need to come in with your own partner. Just walk on in as you are!
Cost? Only $10 a class!
Cash or check preferred, but Lisa and Nate can also accept credit cards if needed. Please make checks payable to the instructor.
Cash or check preferred, but Lisa and Nate can also accept credit cards if needed. Please make checks payable to the instructor.
Different Levels Of Difficulty
At Hartford Ballroom, we offer 5 class levels, ranging from beginner to advanced. Take whatever classes you feel the most comfortable with, and feel free to advance to the next level when you feel ready! We also recommend that you revisit easier levels to improve on what you already know.
At Hartford Ballroom, we offer 5 class levels, ranging from beginner to advanced. Take whatever classes you feel the most comfortable with, and feel free to advance to the next level when you feel ready! We also recommend that you revisit easier levels to improve on what you already know.
Only One Dance Per Month
We want you to be able to remember what you learned, so we only focus on one dance form per month, with each level doing something different. Better yet, once the month is done, the dance moves up to the next level, so you can follow a dance form all the way up to Level 5 if you want!
Quick Note On Level 1: In Level 1 we teach two dances per month, and only a total of 10 dances. Because of this format, the dances in Level 1 do not rotate up to Level 2 the next month.
We want you to be able to remember what you learned, so we only focus on one dance form per month, with each level doing something different. Better yet, once the month is done, the dance moves up to the next level, so you can follow a dance form all the way up to Level 5 if you want!
Quick Note On Level 1: In Level 1 we teach two dances per month, and only a total of 10 dances. Because of this format, the dances in Level 1 do not rotate up to Level 2 the next month.
Don't Forget About Our Tuesdays Classes!
Nate Evans and Lisa Spiro offer their own classes on Tuesday nights! Be it Argentine Tango, or our classes in another location closer to home, we've got something for you!
Nate Evans and Lisa Spiro offer their own classes on Tuesday nights! Be it Argentine Tango, or our classes in another location closer to home, we've got something for you!
Our Levels:
Level 1: Absolute Beginner
For those who have never danced before and want an easy introduction.
Mondays at 7:15 p.m.
For those who have never danced before and want an easy introduction.
Mondays at 7:15 p.m.
Level 2: Ballroom Basics
For those who want to learn more than just the basic step, but still want to keep things easy.
Mondays at 8:15 p.m.
For those who want to learn more than just the basic step, but still want to keep things easy.
Mondays at 8:15 p.m.
Level 3: Intermediate
For those who want to build upon what they already know, and get only a little technical along the way.
Sundays at 5 p.m.
Thursdays at 7 p.m.
For those who want to build upon what they already know, and get only a little technical along the way.
Sundays at 5 p.m.
Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Level 4: Full Bronze
For those who want to improve their technique, and learn more intricate patterns
Sundays at 6 p.m.
Thursdays at 8 p.m.
For those who want to improve their technique, and learn more intricate patterns
Sundays at 6 p.m.
Thursdays at 8 p.m.
Level 5: Pre-Silver/Silver
For those who really want to challenge themselves!
Sundays at 7 p.m.
For those who really want to challenge themselves!
Sundays at 7 p.m.
Our Tuesday Classes
We've got extra classes on Tuesday nights! Nate Evans teaches Argentine Tango, and Lisa teaches at another location in New Hartford.
Click on the tabs below to find out more!
Click on the tabs below to find out more!
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Argentine Tango is the most improvisational of dances. It’s super versatile, and can be danced to just about anything, although there is music specifically meant for tango. It creates a whole new level of connection between the music and the partners, as well as your relationship to yourself. Many people who learn and really get involved with tango call it life-changing; some can even call it..... an obsession!
Curious? Come on over on Tuesday nights and try Nate's Argentine Tango lessons! These classes take place at the Hartford Ballroom Dance Studio. Each class is $10, all forms of payment accepted. |
1st Class: Drop-in Beginners
7 p.m.
This class provides a great introduction to tango. The lesson curriculum is based off of the students who show up for class, so you end up getting a more personalized lesson.
2nd Class: Flow Class
8 p.m.
This is a class that changes from week-to-week, in which you will learn various techniques that connect the infinite number of tango movements that make up the Argentine Tango. A basic knowledge of tango is required for this class.
7 p.m.
This class provides a great introduction to tango. The lesson curriculum is based off of the students who show up for class, so you end up getting a more personalized lesson.
2nd Class: Flow Class
8 p.m.
This is a class that changes from week-to-week, in which you will learn various techniques that connect the infinite number of tango movements that make up the Argentine Tango. A basic knowledge of tango is required for this class.
Back in 2015, Lisa Spiro saw an opportunity in New Hartford, and started renting the Berkshire Hall in Brodie Park. Her goal was to provide dance lessons where there was a demand, and it worked!
There are two classes on Tuesday nights: beginner and intermediate. These classes follow the same schedule as Hartford Ballroom's Level 2 and Level 3 classes.
There are two classes on Tuesday nights: beginner and intermediate. These classes follow the same schedule as Hartford Ballroom's Level 2 and Level 3 classes.
The Classes
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7 p.m. Berkshire Hall Beginner
A beginner class where we focus on one dance each month. We keep it simple, yet fun! |
8 p.m. Berkshire Hall Intermediate
Our intermediate class where we focus on the dance that was done in the beginner class the previous month. We build on last month's steps and add more intricate patterns. |
To find out what dances we're teaching each month, go to our class schedule page.
The Cost
Just like at Hartford Ballroom, Lisa charges $10 a class. It's walk-ins only!
All forms of payment are accepted.
All forms of payment are accepted.
Where Is It?
Berkshire Hall is located in a park called Brodie Park. It's a little out of the way (a 7-minute drive from the town center), but if you search for Brodie Park, you should find it without any issue.
Brodie Park
580 West Hill Rd
New Hartford, CT 06057
Directions:
1. Head into New Hartford via Route 44.
2. Turn left at the traffic light onto Town Hill Rd (Rt. 219). You are turning onto the road that has a Dunkin' Donuts at the corner. (If by turning, you end up going over a bridge, you're going the wrong way.)
3. Turn right onto West Hill Rd and follow it up! This road has a lot of twists and turns, and goes up for a while. Follow any green information signs that say Brodie Park. At one point, you'll have to turn right to continue following West Hill Rd. At a later point you'll have to turn left to stay on West Hill Rd.
4. Brodie Park will be on the right. You'll see it almost immediately after stopping at a 4-way stop sign. Park anywhere.
Brodie Park
580 West Hill Rd
New Hartford, CT 06057
Directions:
1. Head into New Hartford via Route 44.
2. Turn left at the traffic light onto Town Hill Rd (Rt. 219). You are turning onto the road that has a Dunkin' Donuts at the corner. (If by turning, you end up going over a bridge, you're going the wrong way.)
3. Turn right onto West Hill Rd and follow it up! This road has a lot of twists and turns, and goes up for a while. Follow any green information signs that say Brodie Park. At one point, you'll have to turn right to continue following West Hill Rd. At a later point you'll have to turn left to stay on West Hill Rd.
4. Brodie Park will be on the right. You'll see it almost immediately after stopping at a 4-way stop sign. Park anywhere.
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