About Dahl Dance Center |
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Dahl Dance Center is a recreational and competitive ballroom dance and fitness studio located in Rochester, Minnesota. The studio’s founders were inspired by a passion for dance and a desire to better educate the Rochester community on the joys of partnership dancing while instilling a love and appreciation for movement.
Our student’s come in all shapes, sizes and ability levels and we aim to provide a satisfying dance experience in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. We believe in giving each student a strong foundation for their dance education, making sure each concept is understood before the introduction of new material. DDC students are welcome in any environment as the best social dancers in Rochester and are recognized nationally on the competitive circuit for their beautiful lines and solid technical understanding
Why choose Dahl Dance Center?
- Nationally known instructors and students
- American and International Styles of Ballroom and Latin Dance
- Social and Competitive Dance Instruction
- USISTD Certified
- Experts in Wedding dance preparation
- Family Friendly Environment – classes for kids!
Instead of requiring students to purchase large blocks of lessons as many franchised studios require, DDC allows you to drop in for group classes, events and even private lessons or for more benefits to choose a monthly membership that meets your dancing needs and lifestyle.
Meet the DDC Team…
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April Dahl – Owner, Associate USISTD |
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Gary Dahl – Co- owner, Instructor, Associate USISTD |
Carolyn Chan - Bfitness Dance Instructor Carolyn grew up in Houston, Texas where she began dancing at age ten. She has experience in modern, jazz, tap, ballroom, and character, but her passion is ballet. She attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah pursuing a degree in Media Art, but found herself consistently attached to the dance studio. After performing with BYU Theatre Ballet and DanceEnsemble, teaching and accompanying ballet classes, and directing dance and film/technology projects, she graduated in 2005 with a B.A. in Dance:Ballet Emphasis and Media Art Studies. Carolyn is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and outside of the studio she enjoys teaching piano lessons, caring for her two little boys, and camping with her family. |
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James Geroux- Argentine Tango James joins the DDC team from the Rochester Tango Society. As a founding member, he worked on creating the structure and educational opportunities presented monthly for the tango community. James continues to serve on the board as treasurer and is looking forward to introducing the DDC student body to the excitement of Tango. He enjoys dancing with his wife and two children and a good game of golf when he gets the chance! |
News and Events
Fall is on our doorstep! Looking for an indoor activity to keep you fit and healthy?
Try our Social Dance Classes on Mondays and Thursday evenings!
National Ballroom Dance Week is coming, September 17th - 24th,
join us for a "FREE" class on Friday September 17th at 7 pm and have a little bit of Two Stepping Fun to kick it off!
This is open to all level and the public...and it is "FREE"!
Kids classes begin September 8th! Ages 6 and up welcome.


