Brian Oakes Ballroom & Latin Lessons Naples FL

Brian Oakes Ballroom & Latin Lessons operates from 2343 Vanderbilt Beach Rd Suite 606 & 608 in Naples, Florida. The studio describes itself as having "the largest and most beautiful ballroom dance studio in SWFL, with unbeatable prices guaranteed."

The studio offers private ballroom and Latin dance lessons, group classes in Bachata and Salsa, weekly practice parties, and custom wedding dance instruction. Private lessons are available for beginners and anyone serious about learning; the studio emphasizes that no partner is necessary and all ages are welcome. The website notes it has taught students ranging from 3 to 95 years old. Group classes in Bachata and Salsa are recommended after students complete private lessons and learn the basics and timing. The studio recommends that "beginners should always start with private lessons, not groups."

Weekly practice parties are scheduled to allow students to practice what they've learned in private lessons and group classes in a relaxed, social environment. The studio describes these as opportunities to "turn down the lights, crank up the music, and enjoy time dancing with different people."

Wedding dance instruction is a key service. The studio customizes wedding dance programs and notes it has choreographed entire dances for couples. According to testimonials, instructor Jesse Gomez has worked with couples on father-daughter dances and first dances, adapting routines to suit difficult work schedules and individual skill levels.

The studio teaches Bachata, Salsa, West Coast Swing, Viennese Waltz, Samba, Merengue, Mambo, Cha-Cha, Bolero, East Coast Swing, Hustle, Tango, Rumba, Foxtrot, and Waltz. It explicitly states "No Rhythm, No problem at all" and "If you can walk, you can dance." The studio has a 5.0 Google rating with 200 reviews.

At your first visit, you'll meet one-on-one with an instructor for private lessons. No partner is required—you'll dance with the teacher. The studio emphasizes a welcoming, confidence-building environment and states it has taught people of all ages and abilities, including those who describe themselves as having "two left feet."

Instructor Jesse Gomez is named in wedding testimonials, where he is praised for choreographing and adapting dances, spending extra time on song arrangements, and being flexible with client schedules.

The studio explicitly welcomes absolute beginners, stating "No Rhythm, No problem at all," "If you can walk, you can dance," and "It is NEVER too late to learn."