Dance with Glen
Private ballroom lessons in downtown Raleigh with 30 years of professional da…
Dance with Glen is a private ballroom studio in downtown Raleigh run by Glen, an instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience and a 30-year career as a professional dancer and theatre performer.
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Before your first class
No partner or experience required; Glen's warm, encouraging style is tailored entirely to your pace.
$80/hr for private lessons; $80/month for group class pass (or $150/month for couples)
About this studio
Dance with Glen is a private ballroom studio in downtown Raleigh run by Glen, an instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience and a 30-year career as a professional dancer and theatre performer. Glen has taught more than 1,000 couples across Latin, Rhythm, Smooth, and Standard styles.
Glen teaches Salsa, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Samba, Mambo, and Swing in the Latin & Rhythm category, and Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, and Viennese Waltz in Smooth & Standard. His background in theatre shapes his approach: he focuses not just on steps but on performance, confidence, posture, and the kind of presence that carries into everyday life. He describes dance as "the conversation between two people without saying a word."
The studio offers private lessons tailored to your goals, with flexible scheduling and single or multi-session options. A single introductory lesson is available as an entry point; ongoing private lessons start at $80/hr. There is also a group class pass at $80/month (or $150/month for couples) that gives access to weekly group sessions in a fun, low-pressure environment with no partner required.
Wedding couples are a core focus. Glen offers custom choreography tailored to your song and skill level, with song selection assistance and timeline planning as part of the consultation. Whether you are preparing for a first dance, looking for a new social hobby, or training for competition, Glen's teaching style is warm, encouraging, and entirely paced to you. No partner or experience is required to start.
What to expect
Your first visit
Your first visit will be a private introductory lesson tailored to your goals and pace. Glen teaches the mechanics of dance alongside performance and confidence — you will learn steps, but also posture and presence. No partner or prior experience is needed.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Glen is the instructor. He brings over 20 years of teaching experience and a 30-year career as a professional dancer and theatre performer, with expertise across Latin, Rhythm, Smooth, and Standard ballroom styles.
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What beginners can expect
No partner or experience required; Glen's warm, encouraging style is tailored entirely to your pace.
Studio history
Glen began his dance journey on stage, performing in productions across the country before transitioning to ballroom instruction. His 30-year career as a professional dancer and theatre performer informs his teaching philosophy of combining dance mechanics with performance and real-world confidence.
Styles offered
12 dance styles taught here
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Dance with Glen
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Dance with Glen teach?
Dance with Glen teaches Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba and 6 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Dance with Glen located?
Dance with Glen is located in Raleigh, NC. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Dance with Glen offer private lessons?
Contact Dance with Glen directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Dance with Glen teach kids and adults?
Dance with Glen welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Dance with Glen?
The fastest path is to visit Dance with Glen via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.