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DF Students: Your Guide to Dancing More, Progressing Faster & Loving the Journey
Welcome to the DF family! This page is your hub for tools, benefits, community links, and our structured “moving up” path—so you’ll always know what to do next.
Quick Start Checklist
- Download the DF Mobile App (check in, pre-register, track progress, manage passes).
- Arrive a few minutes early to check the room schedule by the front door and on classroom doors.
- Pre-register for classes—space is limited and popular classes do fill.
- What to wear: comfy clothes; dance/soft leather soles recommended (avoid grippy rubber).
- Missed a class? Watch your class recap video in the Facebook group chat or schedule a private to catch up.
- Upload a profile photo in the DF App so teachers & classmates recognize you.
- Need the rules? See our Studio Policies anytime.
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Moving Up: Our Structured Progression
We follow a DF-built syllabus so every teacher and class advances your skills in a consistent, professional way. Track your completed classes in the DF App and talk to your teacher when you’re close to moving up.
Level 1 → Level 2
• Complete 16 Level 1 classes to move fully into Level 2.
• After 8 Level 1 classes you may attend Level 1 & Level 2 concurrently.
Level 2 → Level 2.5
• Complete 20 Level 2 classes to move fully into Level 2.5.
• After 10 Level 2 classes you may attend Level 2 & 2.5 concurrently.
Level 2.5 → Level 3
• After completing 20 Level 2 classes, you can begin attending Level 2.5 & Level 3 concurrently (or focus on 2.5 first).
Level 3 → Level 3.5 → Level 4
• Progress to Level 3.5 and take it concurrently with Level 3 to prepare you for Level 4.
• Level 4 (Advanced) requires instructor approval today. Starting in 2026, Level 4 will require a formal audition.
Practice Labs (Free for Current Students!)
Join friendly, focused practice time with other students working on the same material.
- Monday 9–10pm — Salsa Lab
- Tuesday 9–10pm — West Coast Swing Lab and Bachata Lab
- Country Swing Lab — coming soon!
Free for enrolled DF students; $10/person for guests.
Class Recap Videos & Facebook Group Chats
Every week, your teachers post short video recaps in your class’s Facebook group chat—perfect for reviewing, catching up if you missed, and connecting with classmates.
Find the DF Groups List, request to join your style(s), and look for your class chat to see recaps.
Syllabuses (What You’ll Learn)
Most group classes follow a structured DF syllabus so you’ll build lead/follow, timing, technique, and musicality step by step. Explore your level’s topics inside the DF App and ask your teacher for tips on what to practice next.
Memberships, Passes & Perks
- Unlimited Level 1 Membership — Our most popular way to ramp up fast with unlimited Level 1 classes and member perks. See current pricing.
- Monthly Autopay Plans — Auto-renew, cancel anytime, missed classes roll over while your pass is active, plus discounts on add-ons.
- Bootcamps & Workshops — Accelerate your progress with focused intensives.
- Socials — Practice in the wild! See Latin “Havana on State” & WestieHive below.
Private Lesson Students
- Check-in: Please sign the Private Lessons book at the front desk (name + initials under your teacher).
- Floor Sharing: Your teacher is 100% focused on you; rooms may be shared with other privates. Ask about non-prime hours if you need a private room.
- Shoes & Attire: Comfy clothing; leather/suede soles recommended.
- Best way to schedule/reschedule: Use the DF App to book, cancel, or reschedule outside the 24-hour window.
Private Lesson Membership: $169 bi-weekly (2 lessons every 2 weeks). Renews automatically. Cancel anytime. One dancer per lesson. 14-day use window.
DF Socials: Dance, Meet People, Belong
Grow your skills and your circle at our studio socials—beginner-friendly, welcoming, and ridiculously fun.
Havana on State (Latin Fridays) WestieHive (WCS Saturdays)
Stay Connected
Follow DF for class updates, event drops, student spotlights, and tips:
Instagram • Facebook • YouTube
Reviews, Awards & Policies
Review us on Google | About DF & Our Awards | Studio Policies & FAQs
Next Steps
1) Download the DF App 2) Pick a membership or pass 3) Join a social this week 4) Track progress & keep moving up!
