A Fun, Easy Approach to Dancing!
Manhattan & Brooklyn
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Maya Sank
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
*no availability to meet in person or over Zoom for weddings before June 2025*
If you want to look natural on your wedding day, you've certainly come to the right place!
Maya Moves was created for the couples who don't want to look like they've taken months of classes, but also don't want to just sway in place the entire time.
Maya's approach is about building confidence and encouraging you to relax and have a great time- it's your wedding day!
The goal is to make people wonder if you had assistance or not, based off how natural you look.
Maya's method only requires meeting for 1 lesson together- yes that's correct, just one hour! It's geared towards non-dancers who don't want to spend too much time or money on mastering a few tricks.
The 1 hour lesson starts by reviewing details about your wedding, and going over tips & things you may not think about prior to being in the spotlight.
Then, you will learn how to stand comfortably together & 3-4 signature moves (typically a dip, and other moves that fit the vibe of your song). You won't learn traditional moves, like the box step or the waltz, but rather easy moves that beginner dancers can look good doing. The rest of the hour is spent plugging those moves into the lyrics of your song, keeping the length of the dance (1:30-2 mins. max).
Instead of learning how to count, you'll learn how to communicate with each other in-between the moves, so that you're not being distracted by too much choreography.
Each lesson includes music assistance, a recording of you doing the dance, and notes to help you remember the order of the moves with clear instructions of what to tell your Band or DJ.
Maya Moves offers private wedding lessons, both in NYC and over Zoom.
Maya's method only requires meeting for 1 lesson, but she often teaches couples with all 3 of their formal dances for the wedding.
In addition to first dance, she also assists with Parent dances with the same approach of only learning a few moves & keeping the dance under 2 minutes.
If you're interested in working together, please reach out to learn more about how we can make this easy & painless for you!
*no availability to meet in person or over Zoom for weddings before June 2025*
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Maya Sank
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After earning her BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography from Elon University, Maya created her own business with a mission to make dance easier for everyone. Maya Moves was created for the couples who don't want to take the first dance too seriously. Maya’s method is created for beginners, and only requires meeting for 1 lesson (1 hour). Her approach is about building confidence and encouraging you to relax and have a great time- it's your wedding day! Since 2021, Maya has reached over 1,500 couples from all over the world. She teaches half of her clients in NYC, and half over Zoom, making her approach adaptable to anyone wanting to put a plan in place for these dances. She also offers assistance with the Father/Daughter & Mother/Son dances, to make those moments more special and less stressful.
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Maya Moves received overwhelmingly positive reviews for wedding dance lessons. Reviewers appreciated Maya's fun, patient, and professional teaching style, making even non-dancers feel comfortable and confident for their first dance. They praised Maya for creating simple, personalized routines that felt natural and unique to each couple. The efficiency of one lesson and follow-up materials, including edited music and instructional videos, was highly valued. Many highlighted Maya's ability to make learning enjoyable and stress-free, with couples expressing gratitude for the boost in confidence she provided for their wedding day dances. Highly recommended for adding flair and ease to wedding dance preparations.Review photos
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Casey S
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5.0
5/20/2023
Maya was worth every penny 10x over. She completely sized us up as a couple and knew that a fun and *short* first dance fit our personalities and would make us most comfortable. She made my now husband so much more comfortable leading into the first dance. We accomplished so much in just 60 minutes over Zoom, and had fun while doing it. Thank you, Maya!
response 06/12/2023
So happy to hear this, you killed it!
Nina T
5.0
12/30/2024
Maya was amazing! We were very apprehensive about our first dance and she made the entire experience so easy. We were able to nail our dance (and the dip!) after just one in person lesson. Her approach of making the first dance look and feel as natural as possible was exactly what we were looking for.
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Alice R
5.0
12/29/2024
Maya is amazing!! We had such a wonderful date night, laughing the entire time as we built our first dance with her. We wanted to do something in between a full choreographed routine and awkward swaying, and Maya was the perfect answer! She came to our lesson prepared with a "structure" for our chosen song, taught us around 4 "moves" and then put them to the music for us. By the end of the hour we had it down, and she filmed it for us to rehearse to, as well as emailed us reminder notes. But most importantly, we had FUN. Thank you, Maya, for helping us with such a memorable part of our special day!!
Ley S
5.0
12/29/2024
Maya was so fun to work with!! We left our lesson feeling like pro’s and we got so many compliments on our dance saying we looked like naturals. The process was easy and she never made us feel awkward. We sent her our song ahead of time and she cut it to best fit an appropriate time frame with fun dance queues. We walked away with nee moves, a video of us doing it all together for practice, and so much confidence!! So thankful for this service and Maya. I promise you don’t need more than one lesson with her (even though you will definitely want to find an excuse to take another).
Amanda F
5.0
12/23/2024
We had such a great experience with Maya! The purpose of our lesson was just to make sure we were both comfortable with each other for our first dance. Instead, she taught us a few easy but impressive moves, and we ended up loving our short but impressive first dance! We didn’t believe her at first when she said one lesson would be enough, but it really was more than enough! The dance on our big day was great. Would definitely recommend working with Maya!
Carly A
5.0
12/19/2024
Maya was so easy to communicate with prior to our lesson. We chose Maya because we didnt want cheesy dance lessons and it was perfect for us. The way she teaches a dance is also great for couples with busy work schedules!
Megan R
5.0
12/18/2024
We had one lesson with Maya about 1 month before our wedding and learned a few simple and easy dance moves to use during our first dance! I am definitely not a great dancer and Maya helped us feel comfortable, ready, and even excited for our first dance! She even make a cut of our first dance song to make it the perfect length and include our favorite parts. We used her cut for our dance. We couldn't have done it without her! She's awesome, fun, talented, and professional. Highly highly recommend working with Maya!
Andie K
5.0
12/18/2024
We received a lesson with Maya as a wedding gift and it was our favorite gift! Maya was prepared, a great teacher, fun, and made us feel comfortable. It was a refreshing break from the stresses of wedding planning. The cherry on top was the email she sent afterwards with a recap of what we learned and instructions for the band. Thank you, Maya, for making us feel confident on our wedding day!
Laura E
5.0
12/18/2024
Maya Moves is an absolute gem! As complete non-dancers, we were nervous about our wedding dance, but Maya made the entire process so easy and enjoyable. Her patience, positivity, and knack for breaking down choreography into manageable steps turned something daunting into one of our favorite parts of wedding planning. She created a routine that felt uniquely ours—impressive yet perfectly tailored to our skill level—and her encouragement built our confidence with every session. Maya’s warm and supportive approach made each lesson a special time for us to connect as a couple, and on our big day, we felt so proud to perform a dance that reflected our love story. We can’t recommend Maya enough for anyone looking to shine on their special day!
Ariel W
5.0
12/18/2024
We had an incredible experience with Maya! From the initial phone call we knew she would make us feel so comfortable on the dance floor! Maya was amazing at really understanding what we wanted and creating a dance that helped us look and feel our best on our big day! Our lesson with Maya was so much fun and she gave us so many helpful tips and tricks to feel confident. My husband is not a dancer but she made him feel so at ease and taught him moves that made him look like he had been dancing for years! We were so happy with how our first dance turned out and all of our friends and family cheered when we did the final dip! I would highly recommend Maya for anyone who is not only looking to have an incredible first dance but a wonderful experience learning it!
Alana R
5.0
11/21/2024
Working with Maya was incredible. We knew when planning our wedding that we wanted to take dance lessons, but we didn't know how fun it would be. Maya not only made it SO fun, but also SO easy. Who knew we would be able to dance together! She taught us our first dance, our father/daughter dance, and mother/son dance. We had the best time and highly recommend anyone getting married. She gave us the confidence and guidance we needed, and we truly looked like we knew what we were doing, and we also had a great time learning the dance!!!
response 12/05/2024
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Stephanie L
5.0
11/21/2024
Maya was incredible! We had so much fun learning our first dance with her, it was so fun to have a purely fun wedding appointment amidst all the craziness! Maya's process was so helpful, and having the recording and written dance after made practicing so seamless. Thank you thank you!!!
response 12/05/2024
Really enjoyed working with you too!!!
Emily D
5.0
11/20/2024
We loved working with Maya on our first dance! The lesson was fun, efficient, and had everything we needed to feel comfortable on the dance floor!
response 12/05/2024
Thank you for sharing and for letting me work with you! Congrats!!
Kasey S
5.0
11/17/2024
Great experience! Highly recommend her
response 12/05/2024
Thank you for letting me work with you, congrats!
Sydney G
5.0
10/09/2024
Our lesson with Maya was not only super helpful but also so fun! We weren’t exactly sure what to expect but she brought so much energy and it was such a great experience. She taught us just enough where we felt confident and comfortable with our dance, while still leaving room for spontaneity and naturalness in the moment. She also provided us with a clip of our song to provide the band as we did something unique with a 2 song mashup. Thank you, Maya! We had so much fun dancing on our wedding night and appreciate your help preparing for it!
response 12/05/2024
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Trisha T
5.0
10/04/2024
We cannot say enough amazing things about working with Maya before our wedding! One lesson together was super productive to talk through our first dance details, settle on a song length, and review they key dance moves. Her enthusiasm and expert guidance transformed something we were so nervous about into such a fun and stress-free experience!! Don't question it, just book - you won't regret it! :)
response 12/05/2024
Thank you for sharing and for letting me work with you! Congrats!!
Tory M
5.0
8/04/2024
My husband and I aren’t what you would call ‘natural dancers’, but Maya helped us choreograph a first dance that wasn’t over done and we both felt so comfortable on our wedding day! I highly recommend her for anybody that could use some guidance putting together a first dance that makes you feel good and confident 🥰
response 12/05/2024
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Jessi F
5.0
8/02/2024
working with Maya for our first dance was one of the BEST decisions we made for our wedding! my husband and I are both big music lovers, but not the most coordinated dancers, so while we put a lot of thought into our first dance song we were both very nervous about the dance itself. Maya helped alleviate ALL of the nerves and gave both of us so much confidence! by teaching us a few basic moves and encouraging us to dance to the lyrics and keep things organic, we had a first dance that felt true to us as a couple. we got SO many compliments on our first dance, and felt so at ease dancing together. Both my husband and I sing Maya’s praises to all of our friends, and credit her to giving us so much confidence! the first dance became something we were nervous to do together to something we were so excited for. 🤍
response 12/05/2024
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Kaitlin G
5.0
8/01/2024
We had an exceptional experience with Maya! She was able to help us in just two sessions (one virtual, and one in person) develop a dance that worked for us to a unique song that was meaningful for us. She was also incredible friendly and personable, and took a real interest in our success. Highly recommend!
response 12/05/2024
So happy to hear this, you killed it!
Ilana D
5.0
7/25/2024
The best money we spent on our wedding planning!!!!! Maya made the process so fun and easy. She was such a pleasure to work with and we couldn't be happier with how our first dance came out. 10000000% recommend booking Maya Moves!!!!!!!!
response 07/30/2024
So happy to hear this! You were amazing!!
Ashley R
5.0
7/09/2024
My husband and I are as beginner as it gets when it comes to dancing but Maya made us feel SO comfortable and created a dance that looked so natural and romantic. She taught us around 3-4 moves to use in our dance and filmed it so that we could use it as reference when practicing. She is incredible!
response 07/30/2024
Thanks for sharing- makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!!
Sara P
5.0
5/30/2024
Maya was the perfect pick for us. Neither of us are big dancers, and we knew we wanted our first dance to be special, but not overly choreographed. Maya totally understood our vibe and came up with some steps for us that weren't too complicated and impressed our guests. It was so fun to work with her - she is super easy going and made the process really fun! We highly recommend hiring Maya!
response 06/25/2024
Thank you for sharing and for letting me work with you! Congrats!!
Alyssa T
5.0
5/13/2024
We loved working with Maya on our first dance at our wedding. She helped us feel comfortable, confident and excited. She taught us a few easy moves that helped us looked polished but not overly coordinated. It was exactly what we were looking for!
response 05/21/2024
So happy to hear this, you killed it!
Cheryl C
5.0
3/29/2024
Maya was excellent. She made learning the dance super fun and less stressful. So glad we went to her, as her one-class method really works!!
response 04/15/2024
So happy to hear this, you killed it!
Morgan B
5.0
3/14/2024
We are not the strongest dancers so we knew we needed some practice ahead of our wedding day! We wanted to avoid a fully choreographed dance as we didn’t want it to look too forced, but we knew we couldn’t go in and wing it with all eyes on us. Maya was the perfect middle ground to give us confidence for our first dance without making too much of a spectacle. She taught us a few key moves to make our first dance fun and effortless without the stress of having to practice for hours.
Maya also helped cut our song to a manageable length, prepped it for our band, and provided so many great tips and words of encouragement. Our lesson was quick, informative, and efficient, and she even shared a video for us to reference and a cheat sheet with the major transitions of our dance. Although neither of us are the most comfortable when it comes to dancing, our lesson was so much fun and made for an enjoyable activity to do together ahead of our wedding.
Maya had so many great reviews and it’s easy to see why. She gave us so much confidence heading into our big day and was incredibly friendly and supportive. We really enjoyed working with her and highly recommend considering working with Maya to prep for your first dance!
response 04/15/2024
Thank you for letting me work with you, congrats!!
Ali F
5.0
1/12/2024
We highly recommend Maya - she was amazing! We used her for both our first dance and a parent dance and she totally got exactly what we were looking for both dances. The lesson was fun and easy to follow and made us feel so confident and comfortable on our wedding day! Thank you Maya!!!
response 01/23/2024
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Olivia N
5.0
1/05/2024
Maya was so relaxed and fun but knew exactly what she was doing. We went for one hour and came away with a beautiful, simple wedding dance. She even edited our song to fade out at the right moment. So grateful to Maya!
response 04/15/2024
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Beth H
5.0
12/31/2023
Booking a wedding dance session with Maya was one of the best decisions we made for the wedding! Both of us don’t come from a dance background and we were very nervous about dancing in front of family and friends, and taking this lesson with Maya not only made us feel comfortable, but we were genuinely excited to show off our moves! We had a lot of fun practicing and making sure it felt right without sitting there counting steps and being too stressed out. It was exactly what we wanted and the lessons we learned from Maya were perfect!! Book her immediately!
response 01/23/2024
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Lindsey S
5.0
12/20/2023
We loved working with Maya to help us get ready for our first dance!! We booked one lesson in the studio in NYC, it was so much fun & we learned a lot in only 1 hour. 100% worth the money and would definitely recommend! We had so much fun learning and practicing our first dance and everyone loved it at our wedding!
response 01/23/2024
Really enjoyed working with you too!!!
Kelsey M
5.0
12/10/2023
Maya was great! In one lesson, Maya taught us a short and fun first dance that impressed all of our guests!
response 12/11/2023
Loved working with you, congrats!!
Maddie S
5.0
12/06/2023
Scheduling a session with Maya was a great decision! I have dance experience but my husband does not, and working with Maya made the whole process of getting ready for our first dance go smoothly. She was prepared, enthusiastic, supportive, and communicative. I'd recommend working with her to anyone with or without dance experience!
response 12/11/2023
So happy to hear this, you killed it!!
Chloe B
5.0
11/25/2023
Maya was so wonderful to work with! Neither my husband nor I are experienced dancers. We felt a little nervous and awkward heading in to the process. But Maya totally understood that we did not want to look "choreographed," but we did in fact need some help with choreography. She made it feel so normal and so fun. All it took was one zoom lesson with her and we were able to learn the dance well enough to practice a few more times, and it was actually perfect on our actual wedding day! Highly recommend Maya for anyone who's like us-who wants to do more than sway, but not look too forced. Thank you, Maya!
response 11/27/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Emily B
5.0
11/19/2023
Booking a dance lesson with Maya Moves was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We really wanted to have something not too rehearsed, but look fun and natural on our special day. Maya helped create a simple, but fun routine for us to follow. The lesson was so easy and we had such a blast with her in the the studio. Maya truly helped make us feel super confident for our wedding day. The first dance went off without a hitch and we are going to recommend everyone to use her for their first dance lesson. Thanks so much Maya for all your help!
response 11/21/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Alli S
5.0
11/17/2023
Maya was amazing! We took one lesson and practiced a couple times at home and felt really natural and prepared. Couldn't recommend her more!!
response 11/21/2023
Thanks for sharing, you killed it! Congrats!!
Kristen H
5.0
11/17/2023
Maya is so awesome and easy to work with!! She is so easy to talk to and makes you feel comfortable when dancing is something you’re uncomfortable with. We got tons of compliments on our dance and great photos from the moves she taught us! I would recommend Maya to any couple getting married!!!
response 11/17/2023
So happy to hear this, you killed it!!
Carolyn F
5.0
11/16/2023
We are so happy that we booked a lesson with Maya. Highly recommend!! She was so kind, patient, and fun. She gave us a few simple moves so it still felt very us, just a bit elevated. It also took a lot of pressure off the actual day. Thank you for the confidence boost and the moves.
response 11/17/2023
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!!
Nicole Z
5.0
11/16/2023
Maya was AWESOME! We took one in person dance lesson with her before our wedding & she gave us a few moves to feel confident and comfortable on the dance floor. She was so fun, professional and easy to work with. Would highly recommend working with Maya for anyone who wants to add a little flair to any of their formal wedding dances!
response 11/17/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Jennifer R
5.0
11/16/2023
We loved working with Maya!! She helped us with our first dance and made us so comfortable and it went so well day of!! We did a Zoom lesson, which was so great. Would 10/10 highly recommend booking with Maya!
response 11/17/2023
Loved working with you, congrats!!
Nicole M
5.0
11/16/2023
Maya was absolutely incredible and such a joy to work with. She was extremely patient at our appointment even though we were her last appointment of the day! She had so much enthusiasm and energy which made us excited and comfortable about our first dance! Our dance felt so natural and instead of being over-choreographed just felt as though we were out on the dance floor having fun with eachother! She even helped us with our selection of song and ensured we had video of us doing the dance to refer back to when we practiced. The fact that this all gets done in ONE session is such a huge perk, especially if you and your partner are busy! We recommend Maya with absolutely no reservations, especially if you are looking for a natural, fun, unique first dance!
response 11/17/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Emily F
5.0
11/12/2023
Maya was perfect! We are not dancers in the slightest, but in a quick one-hour lesson, she helped us to a) choreograph our song, b) look comfortable, and c) learn four fun moves. We then got video from the lesson, which was all we needed to practice a few times in the month before our wedding.
The dance went off without a hitch! The lesson made this whole experience genuinely fun <3
response 11/17/2023
So glad to hear it went well, such beautiful photos! Congrats!!
Briel S
5.0
10/21/2023
Maya is the absolute best - we only did one quick session with her and she gave great tips, taught us a few moves, and made us feel confident and excited about our dance! And it was a very fun thing to practice leading up to the wedding - nothing too complicated or intimidating at all, and we're so glad we took the time for a session!
response 11/17/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Lizzy H
5.0
9/29/2023
Investing in a session with Maya was one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning process. She was so friendly, patient, and supportive! She taught us the perfect amount of choreography that we could perfect and it became a fun tradition up until wedding to practice using her cut of our song. Some of my favorite photos from our wedding day our from our first dance she choreographed. We highly recommend this service !!
response 10/03/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Gabrielle M
5.0
9/17/2023
Maya was amazing! She is positive & enthusiastic! My dad is an excellent dancer but I wanted to feel comfortable and know the steps and have something choreographed. I got my dad and I a lesson (I don't live in NY) and Maya made the most of it! We learned a few moves and put them right into our song. She made it simple, approachable & fun!
response 09/18/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Lauren W
5.0
9/13/2023
Maya was the perfect person to choose to give us dancing lessons! For being a couple that doesn't enjoy being the center of attention, she made us feel so comfortable while having our first dance. We highly recommend hiring Maya!
response 09/18/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Carissa V
5.0
9/06/2023
I don’t know what we would have done without Maya’s guidance for our first dance. She truly made us look like we knew what we were doing, and made it so simple to learn and incorporate the moves into our dance. Her enthusiasm and patience is unparalleled. Highly recommend Maya Moves for your wedding day!!
response 09/18/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Emily M
5.0
8/14/2023
My husband and I had the most amazing experience with Maya! We weren't looking for a choreographed dance, but wanted to learn how to dance together and learn a few moves. Our lesson with Maya was absolutely perfect for what we were looking for. She broke everything down easily and made the whole experience fun and enjoyable. We had a blast learning our dance and our guests loved our first dance!
response 09/12/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Elizabeth S
5.0
8/04/2023
Working with Maya was easy and great! We made time to schedule a quick phone call with me and my fiancee before we committed to scheduling a lesson with her. Our lesson was really fun - she took our upbeat song, helped us learn three key moves and how to dance naturally through the section we chose for our reception, and gave us tons of tips for how to put our best dance-selves forward in front of guests. You leave with a video of your dance and instructions for how to practice... but honestly, we only did it a few times and still managed to wow our guests. Thank you, Maya!
response 09/12/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Taylor D
5.0
7/25/2023
Having Maya choreograph my first dance at my wedding was a must!! I live several states away from Maya but having a 60 min virtual lesson was amazing! Maya is not only incredibly talented, but she is so sweet and willing to work with all levels of dancers (or lack thereof). I do not have any rhythm or know any dance moves, and Maya was so patient with me! The dance she choreographed for my husband and I was PERFECT! The dance was not only easy to remember on such an exciting day but it looked so natural! She made me confident and look forward to the first dance where without her help I would have be terrified haha. I would 10000% recommend hiring Maya to choreograph your first dance or even your father/daughter or mother/son dances! If you are not confident or comfortable dancing then this is a must!!
response 09/12/2023
So happy to hear this, you killed it!!
allison L
5.0
7/17/2023
Maya is so professional and quick - 1 dance lesson and you will be set for your special day. She makes the moves easy to learn and is willing to work with every couple's level of experience. I could not recommend her more - YOU WILL BE A MASTER AT THE DIP AFTER 1 HOUR!
response 09/12/2023
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!!
Lydia H
5.0
7/15/2023
Working with Maya was incredible. She totally understood that we didn't want a highly choreographed first dance for our wedding, just needed some guidance so we didn't look uncoordinated. From our first interaction she was super professional and has a very organized, structured business model (something I found very lacking in a lot of the wedding industry). Would absolutely recommend her for anyone who needs help bringing their first dance vision to life.
response 09/12/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Justine M
5.0
7/12/2023
Maya gave us the confidence we needed for our first dance. She is so laid back and patient (and kind for not laughing at us)! After taking only one lesson, we felt so much less stressed about our first dance. She gave us the tools we needed to practice at home. Our family and friends were so impressed by our simple dance and we had so much fun! We also got the best photos during our first dance. We will definitely recommend Maya to anyone considering a dance lesson!
response 09/12/2023
Really enjoyed working with you, congrats!!
Amy K
5.0
6/23/2023
I don't know what we would have done without Maya's help!!! While I wasn't originally wanting to take ballroom dance lessons with my fiance, I knew we had to get some sort of help with our first dance- I heard about Maya through the Betches Brides Podcast and immediately reached out (about a year too early haha!). Being that we live in NYC, we were able to have Maya come to do a 1 hour lesson with us at our apartment building and it was worth every single minute! Maya took our first dance song and choreographed it to the lyrics and taught us the specific moves and timing in a way that was so easy to remember and do on the day of our wedding! The best part about the dance itself was that it really didn't look too choregraphed, but made us look like we had a plan and knew what we were doing..which is exactly what we had hoped for! Even my husband was so glad we had scheduled time with Maya!! Maya herself is the sweetest and was so fun to spend time with. Would recommend her to anyone getting married!!!
response 09/12/2023
Thanks for sharing-Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Laura U
5.0
6/15/2023
Maya was wonderful! She taught us easy moves that looked great. Between knowing a few moves and practicing just a couple times, we felt comfortable dancing in front of everyone and were able to have fun with it!
response 09/12/2023
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Melinda V
5.0
5/23/2023
We were so incredibly happy that we were able to get a virtual lesson in with Maya prior to our wedding. It really helped to take the stress out of the first dance as well as some of our favorite pictures of the night. Maya is such a wonderful person and her skills and passion for her work really shine through in her lessons. Would absolutely recommend her to everyone doing a first dance!
response 06/12/2023
Really enjoyed working with you!
Stephanie V
5.0
5/20/2023
We wanted a low stress, fun first dance experience, and that’s exactly what Maya gave us! Her communication leading up to our lesson was thorough and professional, so we knew exactly what to expect the day of. The lesson itself was so much fun! She broke down each move clearly and was so encouraging and patient with us as we learned. Afterward she sent us all the information we needed to give our DJ and several videos to reference as we practiced. Our final dance was exactly what we wanted - fun and a little fancy without feeling overly choreographed.
response 06/12/2023
So happy to hear it! Love the nod to my emails, glad they were helpful and not annoying!
Sarah A
5.0
5/08/2023
We came to Maya with the request of wanting to learn a few moves without making our entire dance look extremely choreographed or rehearsed. She showed us exactly that and was able to accomplish everything via zoom exquisitely. Unbeknownst to Maya, within days after our lesson we had an unexpected medical emergency that did not allow us to physically or mentally prepare or practice for our first dance up until about the week of the wedding. Because of the steps Maya took during our original lesson we were easily able to pick right back up where we left off and use our video recordings & notes to re-learn everything with ease. Thank you so much for everything Maya!!
response 06/12/2023
Glad I could still help you on the spot! Loved working with you guys!
Ciera V
5.0
1/25/2023
I’m convinced Maya is a magician — with just one private lesson with her, my husband and I went from two nervous people terrified for our first dance to two confident kids so excited for the big day!! Maya helped us narrow down the perfect song for our first dance, cut the music to exactly what we wanted, and then gave us four big moves to hit during the dance. We wanted to look comfortable without actually “choreographing” a dance, and that’s exactly what she did! This is a perfect solution if you want to get more comfortable for your first dance but don’t want to take weeks of dance lessons — and it’s just super fun too! Maya was such a fun ball of energy and will have you feeling so pumped for your wedding day when you’re done working with her.
response 06/12/2023
Such easy students! So happy to hear it went well!
Julie M
5.0
1/24/2023
Maya is the absolute best!!! The first dance is such a special moment of the wedding and my husband and I weren't even sure where to begin. Maya taught us moves that were not complicated to learn and master but they WOWed our guests. All of our nerves about dancing in front of all of our guests were gone because we just got excited to dance to one of our favorite songs! We practiced the perfect amount (per Maya's suggestion) and felt SO comfortable on the big day. Maya will come to your apartment, zoom, facetime, you name it. So book her for your big day!
response 06/12/2023
Thanks for sharing- Makes me so happy to hear, congrats!!
Carolyn M
5.0
1/20/2023
Our dance lesson with Maya was one of our favorite parts of wedding planning! We had about an hour lesson with Maya over Zoom (making it super easy with our busy schedules), then Maya has us record what we had learned so we could practice on our own!
I not only took a lesson with my fiance, but also my dad for our father daughter dance. I gifted him the lesson for his birthday and he LOVED it - the experience is a perfect gift for the hard to buy for dad! We will always have the memories of us learning and practicing together in the weeks before the wedding.
I would recommend Maya's dance lessons to every bride and groom! Not only was it FUN, but we also felt confident going into the dance which helped with our overall enjoyment of the day.
response 06/12/2023
Loved working with you guys!
Renee B
5.0
1/09/2023
We took a group Zoom class to learn a few moves for our first dance. Maya explained everything really well and even made us a personalized guide of where to plug them into our song. The class was very casual, and we had fun practicing together before our big day. Would highly recommend to couples looking for a way to feel more comfortable without spending a lot of time or money to do so!
response 06/12/2023
So glad you found the class fun and helpful!
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