Ballroom & Latin · St. Petersburg, FL

Never Danced? Right?
Perfect. Start Here.

No experience. No partner. No judgment. Your first 30-minute private lesson is free—and I’ll be the one who answers.

You’ll hear directly from Ivan.
An instructor guiding two beginners through a step at the Dance Passion studio
A real first lesson at Dance Passion

Nothing to prepare

Your first lesson, in three easy steps

  1. Say hello

    Book below, or call or text (727) 304-5904. You’ll be talking to Ivan from the first message.

  2. Come as you are

    30 private minutes at the studio. Comfortable clothes, regular shoes, no partner needed.

  3. Dance your first steps

    Learn a real step or two, then decide what’s next — no pressure. The lesson is genuinely free.

Ivan sitting with a student on the Dance Passion studio floor

Your teacher

Hi — I’m Ivan.

Dance Passion is my studio on Central Avenue. I teach here, and I’m the one who picks up when you call. Most people walk in sure they have two left feet.

“My favorite part is watching people realize they really can do this.”

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Three ways in

Start where you’re comfortable

A private lesson at Dance Passion

Private Lessons

One-on-one, at your pace. The most comfortable way to begin.

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Couples dancing together at a Dance Passion group night

Group Classes

Learn alongside other beginners — no partner required.

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A couple practicing their wedding dance with an instructor

Wedding Dance

Your first dance, minus the panic. Built around your song.

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Reviews

What students say about starting here

Real reviews from Google, Facebook & Yelp.

Beautiful studio with excellent instructors. Go check it out! You won't be sorry!
Google review★★★★★
Everyone has been very friendly, patient, and supportive.
Facebook review★★★★★
Ivan is warm & friendly.
Yelp review★★★★★

Real people, real nights

This is what the studio looks like

Tina laughing mid-dance with Bryan at Dance Passion
Tina & Bryan on the studio floor
A large group of Dance Passion students and teachers posing together in the studio
The Dance Passion family
Lourdes and Ivan dancing in front of an audience at a studio showcase
Lourdes & Ivan — showcase night
Couples dancing under party lights at a Dance Passion practice party
Practice party at the studio

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Ready when you are.

30 free private minutes. No experience, no partner, no judgment.

You’ll hear directly from Ivan.

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