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About
After over 25 yrs of dance experience, I deliver dance lessons that are fun & comfortable, there is no age limit, it is never too late to start dancing! Learn at your pace. Judgement free, stress free. Creative choreography if needed for your occasion that suits your own individual style! Dance truly changes lives! Dance for recreation, for an event, to lose weight, or just because you always wanted to learn and finally set the goal!
I love the transformation that takes place. To see someone come out of that shell or overcome their fear, gain self confidence... to actually be able to feel comfortable in who they are, be it to dance socially, or perhaps for a show or even compete! It's truly such a privledge for me, to be a part of something so important to the individuals happiness.
Overview
Hired 12 times
Serves Asheville, NC
Background checked
1 employee
28 years in business
Business hours
Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pmMon10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Mellisa S.
Aug 8, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marissa taught our group of 30 inexperienced dancers, ages ranging from 4 to 70 year olds, 3 dances in one hour! We all had so much fun we decided we must do it every family reunion! Her experience and vibrant spirit showed through the whole session and we only wished we could have her at all of our future family reunions! Thank you so much, Marissa! You were awesome!🤩
Details: 36-45 • A group of 5-10 people • Line Dancing • No experience • Working out and physical health • 60 minutes • As recommended by professional • My home, venue, etc.
Private Dance Lessons
Roger H.
Aug 13, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pro showed on time very eager to adapt to my level of dance experience and the needs for my up coming wedding
Details: 46-65 • One person (one-on-one with instructor) • Swing • No experience • Preparing for a wedding • 60 minutes • As recommended by professional • At the pro’s location
Private Dance Lessons
Michael G.
Oct 4, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marissa is nothing short of phenomenal. My wife and I had our first dancelesson with Marissa and we had such a wonderful time. She gave us the steps to learn and then provided us the freedom to have fun and learn at our pace. We would highly recommend Marissa to anyone looking for a dance instructor, experienced or inexperienced.
Details: 26-35 • Two people • Ballroom • Beginner • Developing a hobby • 60 minutes • As recommended by professional • At the pro’s location
Private Dance Lessons
Shuxuan G.
Apr 24, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marissa is an inspiring dancer, she is super friendly and very good at making sure that me and my husband knew what was going on. we got the 10 classes package and always had a wonderful experience.
Wedding Dance Lessons
Mark V.
Jun 3, 2016
I met Marissa when she was 15 years old, performing showcase routines at her parents' studio. At 17, she became my primary instructor. I was most impressed with her professional poise and knowledge. She was able to teach new steps like a seasoned pro. She taught me many social dance steps as well as choreographing challenging and artistic showcase routines for us. Marissa is a wonderful dancer and teacher. I would recommend her with no reservations to anyone seeking a ballroom dance instructor.
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Donna Hilley
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Travel may cause variation
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Every person has a different way of taking in information in learning to dance. Sometimes the amount of nerves can weigh on a students learning ability, so if I am able to restore confidence in a student, that can make all the difference! My approach is to find what way works best for each unique individual.
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