Quick & Affordable Wedding Dance Preparation!
$70 starting price
Serving All Twin Cities Metro Area!
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Deanna Constantine
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AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Welcome, soon-to-be newlyweds!
If you’re hoping to do more than just shuffle from side to side on your big day, my lessons are exactly what you need! Most couples want to feel confident and look great dancing together, but they don’t want to be overwhelmed by complicated routines. With over 30 years of dance experience, I’ll work with you at your level to help you achieve the perfect first dance.
If your wedding is still a couple of months away, check out my "Wedding Dance Rescue" lessons, offered throughout the Twin Cities. These affordable 2-hour sessions are perfect for couples who want to feel prepared without all the stress. Many couples learn everything they need in just one class! Walk away with a video of the moves you learned so you can practice at home up until wedding day.
If your wedding is under two months away, private coaching might be the best fit for you. Most couples find that 1-3 private lessons give them the skills they need to reach their dance goals. We’ll focus on your song, your pace, and your style—no contracts or packages required. Just book each lesson as you go!
For couples who want to build skills for not just the first dance but for all the dancing at the reception (and beyond), I also offer 4-week group courses at 15 metro locations. These courses are great for couples and even for the bride and groom’s parents who want to join in on the fun.
For more details, visit my website at ConstantineDance.com or call/text me at (612) 240-8329. I can’t wait to help you get ready for your big day!
Your dance instructor,
Deanna Constantine
Woman-owned Business
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Deanna Constantine
Owner
I’m the owner and instructor for my family's local dance business that's been serving MN for 70 years. When you hire my company for your wedding dance preparations, you’re working directly with me, the person who cares most about making certain you have a positive experience. In fact, I’m so confident you'll be pleased that I guarantee your satisfaction and success! You'll only pay for an experience that meets your expectations. How can I be so sure you’ll be happy? Because I’ve been dancing and teaching all my life and have prepared thousands of happy couples for their special day!
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5.0
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Reviewers had highly positive experiences with Deanna's dance classes for weddings, expressing gratitude for her patience, professionalism, and ability to make learning fun and comfortable. Couples, whether experienced or completely new to dancing, appreciated how Deanna tailored the lessons to their specific songs and skill levels, leaving them feeling confident and prepared for their first dance. The private and group lessons received praise for preparing couples for their wedding dances while also offering an enjoyable date night activity. Overall, Deanna's classes were described as memorable, light-hearted, and highly recommended for any couple looking to learn how to dance together for their big day.Review photos
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TAYNIAN W
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5.0
8/26/2024
My fiancé & I had no dance experience prior to our private lesson with Deanna. I can confidently say this was the best experience I could’ve imagined. We went in knowing nothing & left feeling so confident in what we would dance to at our wedding. Additionally, the entire experience was light hearted - once all of the wedding festivities are finished my fiancé and I will definitely be signing up for the group classes that they have as a fun date night activity. Such a memorable experience thanks to our amazing instructor Deanna! If you have never danced before I couldn’t recommend the private lesson more!!
response 08/26/2024
Hooray, Taynian, I'm thrilled to know you and Ryley were so pleased with your experience! ...
I truly appreciate your positive report. Thank you for taking the time to write a review, and including me in on your wedding dance preparations!
Jordan S
5.0
4/15/2025
My fiancé and I had a great time! We definitely feel a lot more confident to step onto the dance floor, our instructor was so kind and patient I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for lessons 🙂
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Kenzie H
5.0
1/10/2025
My fiancée and I decided to do a private lesson and man, are we glad we did! Deanna taught us some staple moves and some frills that we can throw in too. We both feel SO much more comfortable with the idea of dancing together while 250+ people look on. We enjoyed our time so much that we will be seeing her again soon for weekly classes!
response 01/11/2025
That's awesome, Kenzie! I enjoyed observing how you and Jo communicated and supported one ...
another through the newness of learning to dance together. You might've even discovered a new hobby to last a lifetime! Thanks for the positive review!
Leah U
5.0
1/03/2025
Loved our lesson with Deanna! She is so kind and really made dancing feel more comfortable even for awkward me and my fiance with no dance experience. It was super helpful to learn some steps to feel more comfortable with a first dance. She absolutely rings true to learning a full dance in just one lesson but also gives a good basis if you want to modify on your own after the lesson. I would absolutely go back to her for all of our dance lessons if we ever want more! Highly recommend!
response 01/09/2025
Thank you very much for your complimentary review, Leah! I'm happy knowing you and Kyler w...
ere satisfied with your experience. You were a fun couple to work with, and I know you are going to look polished and impressive come wedding day... just 2 months away!
William M
5.0
9/21/2024
My fiance and I went to a dance class taught by Deanna in advance of our wedding and it was such a phenomenal experience. She is a kind and patient instructor who helped us master the basic ballroom steps while putting our own flair on the dance to go with our song selection. I would one hundred percent recommend a dance lesson with Deanna for any couple gearing up for a wedding!
response 09/22/2024
I very much appreciate your enthusiastic review, Will! Thank you!! I couldn't have asked f...
or a more enjoyable couple to work with. You and Michelle fully applied yourselves and I'm convinced you'll look amazing come wedding day! Cheers to a 1st dance that's loving and memorable!
Mollie A
5.0
9/09/2024
My fiancé and I wanted to take a dance lesson to feel more comfortable and less awkward on our wedding day. Deanna was so sweet and accommodating, and was able to cater our dance to our song, likes, and dancing skills! We highly recommend her to any couple looking for dance lessons!
response 09/09/2024
Wonderful knowing you had a positive experience, Mollie. Thank you for sharing it with oth...
er couples wanting wedding dance prep. Have fun with your "dance homework" and dancing together on your big day!
Gwyneth S
5.0
9/03/2024
We had the best experience learning our first dance with Deanna! It was fun while being well directed and organized! We left feeling very comfortable for the big day (with some more practice of course)!
response 09/04/2024
Ahh, how true! Practice is key to enjoying your time dancing together instead of feeling a...
ll stressed. Thank you for your positive review, Gwyn. You and Justin are going to look impressive out there!
Taylor D
5.0
8/18/2024
Deanna was awesome to work with! My Fiance and I took a 90-minute class and left feeling confident and comfortable for our first dance.
response 08/19/2024
So great to know just 1 lesson had your feeling better about your first dance! Thank you r...
ecommending me!
Jake N
5.0
8/15/2024
She is an incredible instructor that is very helpful. Highly recommend taking the group lessons for basic steps. Then take a private lesson for more immediate personalization for wedding day.
response 08/15/2024
Thank you for your recommendation, Jake! I appreciate your suggestions to other couples lo...
oking for a dance instructor. It was fun working with you and Grace, and I'm confident you'll look great dancing together come wedding day!
Dan C
5.0
8/05/2024
My fiancé and I had an amazing experience working with Deanna at Constantine Dance Classes. Her professionalism and great communication impressed us and we are so glad we found her! Within the first lesson, she helped us craft our first dance to our favorite song. I would highly recommend working with Deanna for your wedding or for a fun date night!
response 08/05/2024
Awesome! I'm thrilled to know you were happy with your lessons, Dan. You and Colleen are g...
oing to look like confident, polished dancers just 12 days from now! I'll be thinking of you and can't wait to hear your success story! Enjoy the day making forever memories.
Grace S
5.0
7/31/2024
Deanna was so kind and very knowledgeable! She is very good at what she does and made us feel like we walked out with not only new skills but a new experience and memories. We are so happy that we did a session with her and recommend any couple that is learning how to dance together :)
response 07/31/2024
You wasted no time posting, Grace :) Thank you! I appreciate your kind review, and the lon...
g drive you made in order to come take a lesson from me. I'm happy to have played a role in preparing you and Conan for your wedding dance. You two were super cute and motivated, and I loved working with you. All my best!
Paige S
5.0
7/27/2024
We are so thankful to have found Deanna for our wedding dance classes! She was able to choreograph a dance to the first dance song of our choice, and her patience, guidance, and expertise were amazing! I would highly recommend Deanna to anyone looking for a phenomenal dance instructor, she immediately makes you feel welcomed and we had so much fun!
response 07/28/2024
Thank you for your complimentary review, Paige! I cannot express enough how much it fills ...
me up knowing you and Jack were satisfied with your experience, and have a first dance you're excited for! I'm sure it'll be memorable. I can't wait to hear your positive report and see the pictures. All my best on your big day!
Ashlyn E
5.0
7/22/2024
Deanna was FANTASTIC to work with! My now husband (fiance at the time) reached out and she was quick to reply with her availability. She was flexible with our hectic schedule and made it work to get a few classes in before our wedding without much notice. She had great patience, and we never felt rushed during our lessons. Our lessons were SO much fun!! She made two non-dancers enjoy learning a first dance, and I actually scheduled some more classes with her to learn a father-daughter dance too. 12/10 recommend working with Deanna if you have the opportunity! Very fair pricing, wonderful vendor and human. Highly recommend if you have the opportunity to work with her. Thank you Deanna!
response 07/23/2024
That's one of the nicest reviews I've received, Ashlyn. Knowing you and David were so happ...
y with your lessons, and felt excited to show your dance moves to your guests, is 100% what motivates me to keep teaching. Thank you for sharing your positivity and enthusiasm with future wedding couples, and with me! Hugs to you and David :)
Pilar D
5.0
7/17/2024
We greatly enjoyed taking classes with Deanna! She helped us feel confident for our first dance on our wedding day! We took her community classes and then a private lesson with her to work with our specific first dance song. She had great ideas, was gracious in her suggestions, and maintained a positive environment the entire time!
response 07/18/2024
So wonderful to hear your enthusiasm and know your first dance was a success! I love that ...
you posted a couple pictures with your review. Clearly, you both looked incredible! Thank you so much for placing your trust in me to prepare you for your big day. Congratulations!
Bailey N
5.0
7/06/2024
Deanna was incredible. She is so patient and kind. I love that she taught based upon our comfort and skill level and she tailored the dance perfectly for us. We had a phenomenal experience with her and would highly recommend her to all couples!
response 07/06/2024
You made my day, Bailey! Thank you for your generous review. Just 7 days from your wedding...
, and only enough time for 1 lesson, I'm thrilled to know you and Matt learned just the right amount to be excited for your first dance. I'm positive your audience will be impressed :)
Samantha K
5.0
6/18/2024
Deanna is truly amazing to work with! She is incredibly kind and patient and makes learning to dance so much fun! We have taken three four week courses, because we love working with her so much! What a great date night activity! We also took private lessons with her to prepare for our first dance at our wedding. Our guests were blown away by the choreography of our dance and we had many people asking us where we learned to dance. We cannot thank Deanna enough and we look forward to taking more classes!
response 06/19/2024
That's such an uplifting review, Sam! Nothing better than hearing a positive report, and n...
ow having seen a video, of your amazing wedding day "performance." You and AJ made your teacher proud :) I look forward to when you return for more dance class date nights as a married couple.
Brett D
5.0
6/15/2024
My daughter and I took a dance lesson just to get ready for our father-daughter dance at her wedding reception. We weren't looking for anything over the top, but just some simple ballroom dance ideas. Deanna was beyond great! The communication was easy, location convenient, she took the time to listen to a few song ideas we had ahead of time, and our hour and 15 minute session just flew by. We left with two easy dance steps that we can practice and use with confidence on the big day. Just what we were looking for!
response 06/16/2024
Wow! I'm glad to know you both were so pleased! Thank you for your kind review, Brett. Enj...
oy dancing with your daughter come wedding day :)
Raquel P
5.0
6/13/2024
Deanna is the best! My fiancé and I did her Wedding Dance Rescue class, as well as 1 private lesson with our parents. She makes the steps easy to follow, makes you feel comfortable and helps as much as she can to make things easier. My fiancé and I have never danced like this together, but we had so much fun! We learned a lot!
response 06/15/2024
Your kind review makes me happy, Raquel. Thank you! I love knowing you and Sam were please...
d with your lessons and found it fun learning to dance. Enjoy your first dance with your husband in just 7 days!
Katie P
5.0
6/10/2024
Deanna was incredible! My fiance and I had NO dance experience and she was able to teach us an entire routine in about an hour. She was so patient and kind and we had so much fun with it. 10/10 recommend!
response 06/10/2024
Wow, Katie, you're just 2 days post wedding and already a review. Thank you! I truly appre...
ciate it. How did your dance go? I'd love to see some pics or video if you care to share. Congrats!
Jessica B
5.0
6/03/2024
Deanna was great to work with! She is super responsive, shows up early and communicates well, and she was a great instructor. She made my fiancé and I feel very comfortable and made the routine very easy and fun for us. I would highly recommend her to anyone to do a dance lesson with!
response 06/04/2024
Thanks for your positive review, Jess! I truly appreciate your time, and that you entruste...
d me to prepare you for your wedding dance! I know you're going to rock it this weekend! Have a blast dancing for the first time as a married couple and impressing your guests :)
Madison B
5.0
5/25/2024
Deanna was amazing to work with. She made the whole experience so much fun and definitely utilized every possible second she had with us! I would reccomend Deanna to any couple wanting to learn a dance for their wedding, or even just dance lessons in general! 10/10 reccomend Deanna!
response 05/26/2024
I'm thrilled knowing you and Chase were so pleased with your lesson! Thank you for the com...
pliments, and for taking a moment to share your positive experience with others. Much appreciation, Madi! I'm certain your first dance will be memorable :)
Victoria C
5.0
5/19/2024
My husband and I, along with my dad and step mom took Deanna's community education classes and learned the basic steps that we used for our dances. My dad and I also did a private lesson to put our dance together. We ended up shocking everyone when we began the swing dancing during the father daughter dance.
response 05/19/2024
Thank you for recommending my lessons, Victoria! I love hearing that your audience was imp...
ressed and surprised with the dancing skills from you and your guys. I'm glad the "performances" were a hit! Congratulations! Hope to see you and Ian dancing again in classes together someday.
Alli H
5.0
5/16/2024
Deanna was so kind and helpful! She really helped us fine tune our dancing skills and set us up for success for our wedding day! Highly recommend!
response 05/19/2024
I truly appreciate your review, Alli! I can't wait to see video of how your dance turns ou...
t. No doubt, you and Levi are going to look stunning :)
Monica N
5.0
4/22/2024
Deanna was a fantastic dance teacher! We had such a fun morning rehearsing our wedding dance. She was great at understanding our level and adjusting accordingly. Her positivity and fun energy made it easy to follow along! Highly recommend!
response 07/16/2024
Hi Monica, I apologize for not replying sooner to your kind review. I just discovered it h...
ere....3 months later! Thank you so much for taking the time to post! I'm happy to know you had a positive experience working with me. I hope you enjoyed your first dance!
Courtney W
5.0
4/07/2024
Deanna was recommended to my fiancé and I by our friends that were recently married and also took lessons through Constantine Dance. The whole experience has been great. Having no dance history we tried the group dance lessons to get comfortable before doing a private first dance lesson. The group class was so fun and we came out feeling much more confident and excited to learn a dance customized for our 1st dance at the wedding. We had our 1st dance lesson this past weekend and Deanna was attentive to all of our concerns or questions and we both feel very confident that by the time our wedding comes we will have a beautiful dance together. I can't recommended Deanna enough for anything from fun date nights at group classes or private dance lessons, you won't be disappointed no matter your skill level!
response 04/12/2024
I'm so happy knowing you felt enthused enough to write a positive review, Courtney! Thank ...
you! And thanks so much for attending my group course and then a private lesson to add some special moves and polish up your dance. You and Nate were lots of fun to teach and I know your dance is going to look fabulous for your August wedding! Thanks again!
Megan M
5.0
3/29/2024
Deanna was SO great to work with! My fiancé and I do not usually slow dance and we wanted to give our wedding guests a fun first dance to watch. We did not know what to expect for our dance lesson, but Deanna made us feel so comfortable. She asked for our 1st dance song ahead of time and came up with great beginner dance steps for us to use and she also recorded us dancing which was super helpful! I can't wait to do our first dance at our wedding and I cannot recommend Deanna enough!
response 03/31/2024
Thank you for your favorable review, Megan! I'm happy knowing you say "I can't wait to do ...
our first dance." That's awesome! Just one lesson and you're ready! (with some practice of course ;) All my best to you two. I'm looking forward to seeing some images!
Monica K
5.0
3/13/2024
My fiancé and I took a private 75-minute lesson to prepare for our first dance. Deanna was so fun to work with and so encouraging. She spoke with us prior to the lesson about our skill levels and goals, and tailored our lesson to our chosen song. We learned a lot and both felt very confident after the lesson.
response 03/21/2024
Great to know you were pleased, Monica! It's always rewarding for me when couples realize ...
they can dance better than they expected. It just takes someone to teach you how! Congrats on doing so well, and your upcoming wedding! I'm happy to help again if you want a refresher before June.
Ela Z
5.0
3/09/2024
We just went through 4 week session with Deanna and we had such a good time! She is an amazing teacher and her instructions for the steps are given in such a simple and effective way that anyone can follow. We plan to attend next session because sessions differ in the content. We also plan to take a few private lessons to prepare for the two weddings we have coming.
response 03/10/2024
Thank you the surprise review, Ela! I get such joy knowing my students have been pleased w...
ith their experiences in my classes. I look forward to continuing to dance with you and your husband next session and, hopefully, many more to come!
Kristine W
5.0
3/01/2024
I cannot sing enough praises for Deanna. My husband and I took a private lesson with Deanna about a month before our wedding. She was patient when scheduling a time and flexible to fit our schedule. She worked with us on moves to create a beautiful first dance. We also brought our parents for another lesson just for fun, and it was a fantastic time! She gave kind feedback for us to improve. She taught at our pace and took the time for us to really get the steps. Look no further for the perfect dance lesson!
response 03/01/2024
Kristine, You were so generous with your compliments! I truly appreciate that you shared y...
our experience and offered such a strong recommendation. Thank you!! I loved getting your photos following your wedding last fall. You and Wyatt looked incredible! Congratulations to the newlyweds!
Alyssa D
5.0
2/21/2024
Deanna is amazing! She helped us with our first dance and left us feeling confident to dance on our wedding!
response 07/16/2024
Hi Alyssa, I apologize for not replying sooner to your kind review. I just discovered it h...
ere....5 months later! Thank you so much for taking the time to post! I'm happy to know you had a positive experience working with me. I hope your first dance was memorable!
Erica S
5.0
1/30/2024
We can't recommend Deanna enough! My fiance and I recently took a private lesson with Deanna ahead of our wedding. She was flexible in finding a day that worked for us around busy schedules. She also let us modify and add to the lesson because I wanted to practice a dance with my dad for the wedding as well. We had an absolute blast!
We're new to ballroom dance, but we knew of Deanna because we had signed up for a 4-week group dance class last year. At the time, my fiance and I were looking to do something new together. The class turned out to be under Deanna's instruction, and an amazing experience. Deanna is easy to work with and very professional. Before we met with her to work on our wedding dance she asked if we could share our first-dance song ahead of time. She was prepared during our lesson to show us dance steps that worked with the song, offering to customize it based on what we were most comfortable with. Deanna is insightful; she provided us with tips on how to make our dance look put together, but also not be stressful for us. We are so grateful that we found Deanna's dance lessons, and can't wait to work with her again in a future lesson!
response 01/31/2024
Wow, Erica, thank you so much for your solid recommendation! I really appreciate that you ...
took the time to share specifics about your experience working with me. Not long til wedding day.... I'll be thinking of you and Donovan making memories out there on the dance floor! You're gonna look great! All my best :)
Taylor B
5.0
11/21/2023
My fiance & I signed up for a private lesson to prepare for our wedding. Deanna reached out to us right away & worked with us to come up with a time to fit our busy schedule. She was super flexible & responsive in planning our session. Our session was tailored specifically to our First Dance song and she worked with us to develop something we both loved and felt comfortable doing. We even left with a video to practice at home! The whole experience was incredible and we are so grateful we found Constantine Dance Classes!
response 11/25/2023
Hi Taylor :) Thank you for your compliments & taking the time to write a review! I'm truly...
excited to hear your enthusiastic report of how your first dance goes. I know it'll look beautiful and your guests will be impressed.
Matt S
5.0
11/06/2023
Deanna was fantastic in giving us options for our first dance. She walked us through all the steps, helped when something wasn't working quite right, and was really easy to communicate with. She was also really flexible when we needed to reschedule at the last minute. Highly recommend reaching out to Deanna for anyone looking to have a dance prepared for their wedding!!
response 11/08/2023
So kind of you to write a complimentary review. Thank you, Matt! You and Melissa were lots...
of fun to work with, and I enjoyed our laughs about your "lack of experience" that wasn't exactly the case. Enjoy your time on the dance floor together. I know you'll look impressive!
Tyson H
5.0
10/09/2023
I got a gift card for my wife’s birthday a few months before the wedding. There were a lot of options for lessons depending on what you are looking for, and we opted for one session of private lessons. Deanna was so great to work with! She assessed where we were as dancers (beginners) and suggested a variety of steps that fit with the tempo and mood of the song. She also walked us through a great dance floor entrance and a few dips, including a great closer. By the time we left we had a strong framework for our first dance. With a handful of independent practice sessions before the wedding, our dance went great and we received so many compliments. We would highly recommend Deanna to anyone looking to take their first dance to another level without it being overly complicated.
response 10/09/2023
I'm flattered, Tyson. Thank you so much for the compliments and solid recommendation! It m...
akes me happy knowing your dance was a success and your guests were impressed. Way to go practicing to perfection!
Cheryl K
5.0
10/04/2023
Taking an East Coast Swing private lesson with Deanna was absolutely the best. She taught us 3 easy combinations that we were able to execute at my niece's wedding in Telluride. They had a fabulous 8 piece band and we could use East Coast Swing to almost every song. We will definitely go back to Constantine Dance for a follow up to learn additional combinations.
response 10/05/2023
That's great news, Cheryl! I'm pleased to know your one lesson provided plenty to keep you...
dancing the night away. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Sue H
5.0
10/04/2023
Deanna is a great dance instructor. She is personable and she makes you feel very comfortable even if you struggle with some of the dance steps. My husband and I had a great time learning from Deanna and a lot of laughs too.
response 10/04/2023
Good to know you both had a positive experience, Sue! You and Kevin are such a fun couple,...
both able to laugh at yourselves and support one another. Enjoy your new dance skills and have a blast celebrating!
Emmy W
5.0
9/28/2023
Deanna was amazing. We took her community ed dance class leading up to our wedding for the four sessions. She made the lessons super fun and made everyone comfortable. Then we also took a private dance lesson just two weeks before our wedding. She helped us coordinate our dance and put an extra time in care with us and kept us laughing. We were able to use the steps we learned in her class and then apply it to a choreographed dance by her. The dance turned out well! We were able to execute it and got a lot of cheers and admiration from our guests. She is a wonderful person and would recommend her to help you with dancing for your special day, or just enjoying dance. Thank you!
response 10/03/2023
Emmy, that was such a nice review. Thank you!! I loved seeing your video & hearing the che...
ers from the audience. I hope you two keep on dancing. It's a healthy hobby to share for a lifetime! All my best :)
Megan T
5.0
9/19/2023
Deanna was so friendly and very responsive! We did the 75 minute private dance lesson and had a great time and felt very comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
response 09/24/2023
Thanks, Megan! It's been so much fun working with you and Alex and others from your famili...
es. Just 2 more weeks 'til the big day! I confident all the dances are going to look great!
Ellen G
5.0
9/18/2023
We took 2 private dance lessons with Deanna and had so much fun! She is flexible with booking, not pushy and is quick to respond. She eased our minds for our first dance, and tailored the choreography to our skill level and preferences. Would recommend her to a friend!
response 09/24/2023
So kind of you to say, Ellen. You & Scott are one of those couples I think I'll always rem...
ember, mostly because of your adorable story. Not to mention you looked great dancing together! Can't wait to hear from you to share about your success. Just a couple weeks to go!
Nicki C
5.0
9/17/2023
We had a lot of fund taking dance classes here and we highly recommend Deanna, both for group lessons and for private lessons.
We took a group session around Valentines day just for fun while we were dating. Then, after we were engaged we decided to take another group session. Neither of us had done any partner dancing and these lessons were extremely helpful. We learned basic steps and got comfortable dancing together to different rhythms.
I really wanted a special choreographed first dance and we also wanted to do a dance with our wedding party, so we also did 2 private lessons with Deanna. She was extremely helpful with the choreography and worked with us where we were at with our skill level. We combined things we had already learned in her classes and she taught us new things. It was a great experience.
We had so much fun on our date nights as we practiced. We loved doing these dances at our wedding and our guests absolutely loved them. Definitely 5+ stars for this one.
response 09/18/2023
Oh my gosh, Nicki, such a thorough & complimentary review. Much appreciation! I'd love to ...
see some pictures/videos if you're willing to share, & hear how you liked your time in Italy. Congratulations on a successful couple of dance performances! Cheers to a long and healthy life together with Jeff :)
Mariah E
5.0
9/06/2023
Deanna did a wonderful job of making us feel comfortable and willing to learn something out of our comfort zone! We can’t wait to showcase our new dance moves on our big day!
response 09/07/2023
Thank you, Mariah! I'm so happy to have helped you two become excited to dance in front of...
your guests instead of worry about doing so. I can't wait to hear how it goes! Just 3 more weeks....!
Paula B
5.0
8/22/2023
Deanna was wonderful! She was very professional, thoughtful, and generous with her compliments and time. She choreographed a dance for the father/daughter dance for my husband and daughter that was very well done. She also taught my husband and me some basic dance steps that helped us considerably.
Deanna worked with me to set up times that worked for our schedule, followed up with text reminders and directions as well as a reminder to keep practicing. She video taped our dance steps so we could practice at home.
I would highly recommend using Constantine Dance. We may even do more classes just for fun!!
response 08/24/2023
I truly appreciate your complimentary review, Paula. The three of you were a pleasure to t...
each and I'm very happy knowing you all were pleased with your experience. I look forward to dancing with you and Jeff again in a future group course!
Nusrat J
5.0
8/22/2023
Deanna was a great instructor. The steps were very easy to understand and implement. We loved our first dance and highly recommend her!
response 08/22/2023
Hooray! That's good to hear, Nus! So glad I was able to play a role in helping you prepare...
for your special dance. Thank you for your kind review :)
Eric H
5.0
8/21/2023
Fantastic experience working with DeAnna. She took the time to work with my wife and I and understand what we were looking for our of our first dance. Would highly recommend!
response 08/22/2023
Thank you, Eric! So nice of you to follow through after the wedding to leave a complimenta...
ry review! You & Erin were such fun to teach and I bet your 1st dance looked great :)
Emily B
5.0
8/12/2023
We did a dance lesson here for our upcoming wedding and it was great! She was very professional and patient with us! If you are thinking of booking a class with her for your first dance do it!
response 08/13/2023
Thank you for recommending me, Emily! You guys were such fun to work with & didn't require...
ANY patience from me. You both learned quickly & danced really well together!!
Tara D
5.0
8/06/2023
We loved working with Deanna! Shes very helpful and teaches at a very good pace. We cant wait to show off our moves on the dance floor at our wedding 😊
response 08/07/2023
Thank you, Tara! I loved working with you guys, too! So much fun & so much progress in jus...
t a couple lessons. No doubt your guests will be surprised by your dance skills :)
Lydia P
5.0
7/29/2023
Absolutely loved our class with Deanna - in just one private we were able to feel so much more comfortable about our first dance! Deanna is so talented, a great teacher, and made us feel so comfortable!
response 07/31/2023
Your review makes me happy, Lydia! Great to know you two were pleased. Thank you so much f...
or trusting me with getting you prepared to dance together for your special day. Can't wait to hear how it goes!
Dave C
5.0
7/18/2023
Deanna was great to work with. She was very flexible on times and studio location. She contacted me a few days before the lesson to confirm time, location and price. During the lesson Deanna asked our expectations and gave us steps she thought we could do with our limited experience. My daughter and I are looking forward to our dance at the wedding. Our goal was to do more than sway back and forth and Deanna far exceeded our expectations.
response 07/18/2023
So good to know you & your daughter were pleased, Dave! Thank you so much for your 5 star ...
review. I'm happy to know in just a single lesson the two of you gained confidence and feel prepared for your special dance together.
Jacob O
5.0
6/26/2023
My Fiancé and I worked with Deanna to prepare for our wedding day first dance, and we had a tremendous amount of fun during our one and a half hour session. It was obvious that Deanna was a true expert with dancing, and she was very capable of showing the ropes to a couple of beginners. My Fiancé and I left the lesson feeling much more confident and comfortable to continue practicing and preparing for our wedding. Deanna is professional, friendly, and outgoing, and I would recommend her to anybody looking for dance instruction.
response 06/30/2023
Wow, so many compliments, Jacob. Thank you! My job is very rewarding. In just one lesson y...
ou two went from unsure of what you'd do for your first dance to, as you say, "confident and comfortable." Hooray! See you in 2 days for another lesson :)
Bayly G
5.0
6/25/2023
My soon to be husband surprised me with a private dance lesson with Deanna for my birthday to prepare for our wedding in July! We both had different levels of experience with dancing and wanted to feel comfortable doing more than just swaying back and forth. Deanna was very flexible in scheduling and her locations are very accessible.
We started the lesson off almost immediately with core steps that were very easy to follow, and broke things down even more to have lifts, dips, turns, etc. We learned how to make things more personalized or intimate depending on how we were feeling. One thing that we loved about working with Deanna is that it felt very much like working with a friend - it was a very comfortable experience. Deanna gives suggestions and recommendations but is always willing to work with your comfortability and experience.
As a wedding photographer, I will recommend Deanna to any of my future wedding couples that are looking for something to spice up their first dance. As a bride, I cannot recommend Deanna more for people that want to make this a fun date night and a memorable experience!
response 06/27/2023
So many compliments, Bayly! Thank you! You & Nolan were so much fun to teach. No doubt you...
're going to dance well together come your special day. I hope I get a chance to see your wedding day "performance" if you have pictures or video you're open to sending my way. All my best :)
Emily O
5.0
6/19/2023
Deanna was so wonderful to work with! My husband and I took her dance classes with our parents pre-wedding, it was a blast to get to do as a group and we all came out of it with new skills and comfort dancing in front of a crowd. She helped us make sure we had a dance we were comfortable with for the songs we wanted and was extremely helpful in her coaching. We loved working with her!
response 06/20/2023
Hi Emily! "My husband".... how sweet that you get to call him that now :)
Thank you so mu...
ch for your kind review. Your crew was so much fun to teach and I'm grateful you entrusted me to prepare you for dancing on your big day. I'd love to see some pics/video if you have some you'd like to share. Congratulations, Emily!
Deb B
5.0
6/14/2023
We came to Deanna at Constantine Dance with only the music and a basic idea for our Mother/Son dance. Deanna helped us to determine the best dance step for each piece of music, and helped us with the transitions and a graceful ending. She did all this in an hour and 15 minutes, including videotaping us for practicing on our own. She helped make our dance a fun success.
response 06/15/2023
Thank you, Deb, for your complimentary review. You & Brad came with talent and enthusiasm,...
and your own fun ideas. You were both such a pleasure to work with. I loved seeing the video and the excitement in your face at the end once you knew you'd both rocked it!
Natalia W
5.0
5/23/2023
We worked with Deanna who was fabulous working with not only my groom but my father as well! She listened to our needs and was able to help craft distinct dances for us. I highly recommend her and would encourage anyone looking for even 1 lesson to hire Deanna through Constantine Dance!
response 05/26/2023
Thanks, Natalia! So nice of you to write a recommendation. I had lots of fun teaching you,...
Nick, and your dad to dance....and having your mom as the cheerleader! Can't wait to hear how your performances go!
Timothy R
5.0
5/11/2023
Parents of the bride, we took beginning classes, and were dancing right away. Deanna is very patient, and attentive. Demonstrates, and adjusts to where you're at. Then my daughter and I got an individual lesson for the father/daughter dance. She adjusted her schedule because daughter was coming in from out of town. The session was just right, and we are now confident and rehearsing.
response 05/12/2023
Thank you, Tim! I'm happy knowing you've been pleased with all you learned in group classe...
s and your private father/daughter lesson. I look forward to seeing some pictures and hearing how your dance went. Enjoy your special waltz together!
Anne J
5.0
5/08/2023
We have taken dance lessons with Deanna a number of times. She makes the lessons fun and not intimidating. Individuals at any level can take her dance lessons and feel great about a future wedding or other event. We took both group lessons and individual groom/mother and bride/groom lessons and feel so much more confortable with the special dances to come! She will leave you with a video so you can practice before your big day and knows how to instruct and not overwhelm and also will have participants feel like they can succeed!
response 05/09/2023
Thank you for writing a recommendation, Anne! I'm happy knowing the lessons you attended l...
eft you and your family feeling well prepared for dancing at the soon to be wedding. I'm looking forward to seeing some pictures/videos!
Jasmine A
5.0
4/13/2023
Deanna was amazing!! She came prepared with already having ideas for moves to our song and helped us custom a routine just for us. It was a productive private lesson and I'd happily take a lesson with her again. Highly recommend for all skill levels!
response 04/19/2023
Thank you so much for your review, Jasmine! I'm always happy to know when my students are ...
pleased with their experience learning from me. All my best for a lifetime of happiness together with your soon to be husband.
Amy R
5.0
4/04/2023
My fiance and I worked with Deanna to prepare for our first dance for our wedding and we were so incredibly thrilled with the results. We had almost no previous dance experience, but we were hoping to go into our wedding day with confidence that we could dance to our chosen song in a way that looked polished, was comfortable to us, and fit our personalities. Deanna was so amazing throughout the entire lesson. She took the time beforehand to learn the song so that she was prepared to make recommendations right away. She made sure we were comfortable with every single "move" she taught us, helped us work out the entrance & finale of our dance, and even provided us with guidance on what to do after the lesson to make sure we had the steps down. We have practiced now a few times at home and continue to feel our confidence increasing as a result of Deanna's excellent coaching!! Thank you so much for making our special day that much better -- we cannot wait to dance together and "wow" our audience!
response 04/07/2023
Wow, Amy, I'm thrilled to read your review! Your enthusiasm, and the confidence you've gai...
ned, is why I love teaching couples to dance in preparation for their weddings. Just one lesson can make such a difference in how you feel about "performing" in front of your friends and family. I can't wait to see the video! Thanks for working with me and taking time to write a review :)
Alexis S
5.0
2/21/2023
We had so much fun during our private dance lesson! Deanna was really easy to work with and is a great teacher. She gave tips and helped with small critiques that will help us look better during our first dance. She was very flexible with scheduling and responsive to any questions we had before the session. I would recommend her for any couple looking to learn a fun routine.
response 02/21/2023
Thank you so much for your kind review, Alexis! You and Harrison were equally wonderful to...
work with. With a couple months to practice yet, I'm positive you'll have a graceful, confident performance come wedding day. All my best for a lifetime of happiness together.
Willa O
5.0
2/01/2023
I took a private lesson with Deanna for both my father/daughter and first dance! We absolutely loved her and she was so kind and so helpful. For a girl who knows nothing about dancing, Im more prepared than ever for our dances on our big day!
response 02/01/2023
You're the best, Willa! Thank you for your kind words and recommending me to others. I can...
't wait to see videos from the big day! (if you're willing to share) You, Zane, and dad were a joy to teach :)
john R
5.0
1/22/2023
We worked with Deanna for two of our children's weddings. She was awesome. She helped us with our parent, mother/groom, father/bride and bride/groom dances.
She came to our house which made it super convenient. She was very attentive to our needs and expectations. We felt so comfortable working with Deanna and would highly recommend her to others.
She also makes it really fun. You won't be disappointed.
response 01/23/2023
Oh my gosh, such a kind review! Thank you very much for including me in wedding dance prep...
arations for both of your children. I truly enjoyed working with your family and teaching everyone how to dance :)
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