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Congratulations on this beautiful, exciting life journey on which you are about to embark together! Taking your first “steps” both literally and physically is a wonderful part of the whole experience with which I am happy to help.
Whatever your vision, I can help you achieve it from simple basics to full out choreography for you, your parents, and/or your whole wedding party. You will learn how to move together with confidence and ease, deepening your connection with each other, and making your dance experience fun, enjoyable and memorable, something to carry with you for a lifetime.
I offer full one-hour sessions in the privacy of my home in a brand new home studio (see photos), in your home or in a private commercial studio in a comfortable environment, not sharing the space or music with anyone else, so no onlookers and no pressure. Whatever your abilities, we will create something together that represents your personality to share with your loved ones and friends.
Call to make an appointment for your first lesson at 914-737-2228 or email Liz at kjg2@msn.com.
Lizard Dance Productions
Liz Peterson, Owner
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Woman-owned Business
Prices & packages
5 Private Lesson Package
$425starting price
5 Private Lesson Package
$425starting price
5 hours
5 hours
5 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
5 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$25 savings over single lessons.
$25 savings over single lessons.
10 Private Lesson Package
$800starting price
10 Private Lesson Package
$800starting price
10 hours
10 hours
10 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
10 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$100 savings over single lessons.
$100 savings over single lessons.
20 Private Lesson Package
$1,500starting price
20 Private Lesson Package
$1,500starting price
20 hours
20 hours
20 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
20 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$300 savings over single lessons.
$300 savings over single lessons.
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5 Private Lesson Package
$425starting price
5 Private Lesson Package
$425starting price
5 hours
5 hours
5 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
5 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$25 savings over single lessons.
$25 savings over single lessons.
10 Private Lesson Package
$800starting price
10 Private Lesson Package
$800starting price
10 hours
10 hours
10 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
10 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$100 savings over single lessons.
$100 savings over single lessons.
20 Private Lesson Package
$1,500starting price
20 Private Lesson Package
$1,500starting price
20 hours
20 hours
20 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
20 one hour lessons in Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567.
$300 savings over single lessons.
$300 savings over single lessons.
Starting prices may not include all fees a vendor may charge.
Couples usually spend $425
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Music Genres
Classical
Dance
Disco
Jazz
Latin
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
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Meet the team
Liz Peterson
Owner
I've been a professional Ballroom, Latin & jazz dancer/instructor for over 32 years. I actually started as a jazz/tap dancer, Fred Astaire being my idol since childhood. After I received my B.A. in Dance from the Univ. of California, Irvine, I moved to NYC where my love for partner dancing began. I taught at Stepping Out Studios & Dancesport for years before going "independent". I honestly can’t say how many wedding couples I’ve taught over 32 years, but it’s a lot! It gives me great joy to see couples learn together, creating something personal & unique to celebrate their special day!
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5.0
out of 5.0
11 reviews
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Liz from Lizard dance productions is highly praised for her exceptional dance instruction and ability to make lessons fun and engaging. Multiple reviewers have highlighted her patience, enthusiasm, and professionalism, with some noting significant improvement in their dancing skills after just a few lessons. Her personalized approach, ability to build confidence, and expertise in various dance styles have been commended, making her a top choice for couples preparing for their wedding dance. Overall, Liz's passion for teaching dance shines through, creating a positive and enjoyable learning experience for her clients.
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Iwona J
5.0
4/15/2025
Liz was absolutely wonderful! She truly listened to our needs and tailored our dance routine perfectly to fit our vision. We loved every moment of it—and it ended up being a big hit with our wedding guests! Liz is not only a true professional, but also brings a great sense of humor that made the whole experience fun and relaxed. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a personalized, enjoyable, and memorable dance experience.
Cailah C
5.0
7/26/2024
Liz is absolutely incredible - she’s the sweetest, she’s fun, and she makes it so easy to understand the movements and still make it your own. My fiancé and I both felt so much more comfortable and confident after only one lesson! Definitely surpassed all expectations and SO grateful to meet Liz!❤️
response07/26/2024
Thank you so much, Cailah. It was such a pleasure to meet and work with you and Mike! You...
two rocked your lesson! I was truly impressed by how much you accomplished together. You are a beautiful couple.
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Thomas B
5.0
12/31/2023
Our dance lessons were one of the highlights of our wedding preparations. It was lovely for my wife and I to spend time together amidst the busyness of wedding preparations. Liz was a fantastic instructor, full of energy and she made the lessons super fun. She is a skilled dancer and a knowledgeable and capable instructor. We look forward to taking lessons again with her in the future.
response01/02/2024
Thank you, Tom! I had just as much fun teaching you! An absolute pleasure!
Nicole B
5.0
12/27/2023
I could not have wished for a better experience. My fiancé & I are getting married in March and searched out looking for dance lessons because we both truly had 0 idea what we were doing when it comes to dancing. After reaching out to over 10/15 vendors we found Lizard dance productions and I am so grateful we did. Anyone planning a wedding knows time is of the essence & Liz was one of the only vendors that quickly sent me a pricing structure and was also extremely responsive. We booked our first lesson and leave it to me to forget we had it planned. She showed up with open arms and 0 judgement. After our first lesson I knew how lucky we were to have found her. She has been so patient, motivating and fun throughout this process - and I was prepared for it to be stressful & embarrassing. We learned more in our first 2 lessons than I expected to learn in a lifetime. She gives us the confidence we need to be better and is amazing at what she does. You can tell this is her true passion and she wants nothing but the best for her clients. She even went above & beyond to help us find our perfect wedding song! If you are reading through reviews and you come across this, just know that you don't need to look any further. Both my fiancé & I adore her. She found away to not just teach us how to dance, but in doing so - how to build a stronger relationship with each other. Liz is amazing, I am beyond excited to finish the rest of this process with her by our side.
response12/27/2023
Wow. You've brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for your very kind words. I tru...
ly enjoy teaching you and Dom and can't wait to see your love shine through when doing your first dance together.
Stewart F
5.0
12/22/2023
One of the great things about Liz is her ability to teach at your pace. She knows how to connect to her client's rhythm and get it out of you.
response12/22/2023
Thank you! It was a pleasure connecting and working with you and Lolita!
JayJay J
5.0
12/21/2023
I've always wanted to learn to swing dance but my big event finally gave me the excuse to do it. Liz is an amazing teacher. Her mixture of fun and technique was perfect. I loved her teaching so much my partner and I went on to learn some ballroom styles too. Just a wonderful experience!
response12/21/2023
Thank you, Janet! Always such a pleasure to work with you. I feel lucky to now call you ...
a friend as well.
Joseph N
5.0
8/03/2023
Liz is a great instructor! My fiancé and I don't know how to dance, but have been trying to learn with our wedding coming up in fall. After our first lesson with Liz we have definitely picked up the basics and feel much more confident in our skills.
Her enthusiasm for dance is infectious and she brings so much experience to the conversation as we plan out our first dance. I really liked the way she provided feedback as well. As my fiancé and I tried the steps she showed us, she would reinforce the things we were doing well and give us tips on how to improve the things we weren't picking up so quickly. Suffice to say we are excited for our next lesson!
response08/03/2023
Thank you so much, Joe! I so enjoyed working with and getting to know you and Ilse. You b...
oth did wonderfully - excited for your next lesson as well!
JoAnn N
5.0
7/31/2023
Liz is a true professional. We needed help with mother and son (groom) dance for wedding. We picked a song and she composed a dance for two non dancers! I also, liked her enthusiasm as when I first reached out by phone, she returned my call right away and seemed sincere, and once she stated, "Dancing is my life" I knew we should purchase a lesson. Also, the value of the purchase was a full hour dance lesson which actually is better than some other places I checked into. By the end of the lesson we knew the dance, and my son knew how to lead! We scheduled one more practice session before the big event.
response08/01/2023
It was pleasure to work with you and your son (as well as him and his lovely fiance)! I'm...
very much looking forward to working with you all again to spruce everything up before your special day!
Nicole F
5.0
4/09/2023
Liz has been an amazing instructor! We came in barely knowing the basics & now on only our 3rd lesson have learned to do almost our entire dance. She really knows her stuff, has over 20 years experience & her prices are the best compared to other people we have reached out to. Because of her, we have thought about picking up a hobby in dancing after our wedding. On top of all those positives, she has an amazing personality and we love chatting with her after our lessons. If you’re on the fence about doing dance lessons, I highly recommend it & ESPECIALLY with Liz. We thought we could train ourselves with Youtube, but decided to go with Liz & we have learned so many things that we would have missed out on if we didn’t. Thank you so much Liz!!!!!
response05/13/2023
Thank you so much Nicole & Austin. It continues to be my pleasure teaching you and watchi...
ng your first dance come together so beautifully! You are both lovely and it's been an absolutely enjoyable experience working with you.
David M
5.0
12/27/2022
Liz is a wonderful teacher who will make sure that you are comfortable dancing in front of your friends. She has many years of experience teaching all types of students. She taught me from when I was a reluctant beginner and now I love to dance. I highly recommend her.
response12/28/2022
Thank you so much, David! What a pleasure it was to have taught you for so many years and ...
to now count you as a dear, lifelong friend.
Kathy W
5.0
10/07/2022
Liz is always punctual, always prepared, always perfectly professional—and tons of fun! A beautiful dancer herself and expert in many styles, Liz is also a natural teacher. She picked us up right where we were (comPLETE beginners) and gave us some moves that let us feel cool right outta the chute. Always clear and patient, she helped us to improve every week, made us a playlist to practice with, once brought in her demo partner to inspire us…Best of all, along with steps and proper form, Liz imparted to us the joy of dancing well. By the end of our lessons, still beginners by definition, we were thrilled to show off on the dance floor! Best investment we could have made for our special day.
response10/07/2022
Thank you, Kathy! It was such a pleasure to work with you and Joy; and such an honor to b...
e a guest on your special day. I will always have fond memories of our time together. You were sooo cool! ;)
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