We both thought my dream was a long-shot, but decided the alternative was not a pretty picture either. When we started lessons with Candace, my husband and I got so frustrated with our lack of coordination, rhythm and ability to perform simple dance steps. We thought we were set for failure. But that negative attitude changed pretty fast. With each lesson that passed, we both grew more and more excited about our big performance to come. As our big day approached, we worried we wouldn’t be able to pull it off. But through it all, we stuck together and stuck with Candace. We became closer to each other in many ways. We not only learned how to dance, but we learned how to dance together, as a couple. We learned how to come together and be a better team. Ultimately, we completely attribute our success and our ability to stick with it all to Candace. Without Candace's hard work, passion for dancing, and her desire for our success, we would have never been able to accomplish the impossible! Candace truly believed in us, even when we didn’t believe in ourselves. In the end, it was Candace’s love for dance, her dedication to our success, her kind, understanding patience that gave us the motivation and drive to accomplish the performance of a life-time. The high we got from finally carrying out our dance on our wedding day was the most amazing feeling in the world! All the hard work, dedication, time and energy we put in to this was well worth more than we could have ever imagined! In fact, I think my husband even enjoyed it more than I did. He thinks it was the best thing I’ve ever made him do. |
"Candace taught us a choreographed waltz for our "first dance" on our wedding day. Dance classes were one of the most enjoyable parts of wedding planning and well-worth the effort. Candace went above and beyond what is expected of a dance teacher- she met with us outside of class to practice in front of a large group and in the actual reception hall so that we would not be nervous on the big day. Her extraordinary talent, instructional skills, vibrant personality, and unceasing patience made learning to dance a wonderful experience." -Kelly and Ryan Rooth |
| My daughter Amelia had tickets for the Girl Scout Cinderella Ball. I was worried because we had never danced together or apart for that matter before. We needed some help so we didn't look foolish. I didn't want Amelia to be embarrassed by her dad. I talked to Candace about a lesson. We only had a week & limited scheduling on my & Amelia’s part. Candace went out of way to make time for us so we could finish our school & work day. We started out looking like Frankenstein & his bride. We were so stiff & self conscious. Candace worked her magic on us. She was so patient & accommodating. Amelia went from a shy little girl to a confidant young lady. I wasn’t so stiff & learned how to lead. Candace did a great job with us in just four short days. She made us a CD so the DJ at the ball could play the songs we had been dancing to so we could really shine. Amelia told me, “That was one of the greatest days of my life.” If that isn’t success I don’t know what is. Thank you Candace!!!!!!! |
| You will never have to say, “I can’t dance, don’t ask me!” We enjoy taking lessons from Candace. We are dancing the cha-cha, tango and rumba to name a few. They are fun, good exercise and it's always a challenge to learn something new. As Jim puts it, “It can’t hardly get no better!” Jim and Carole |
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"We really enjoyed our dance classes with Candace to prepare for our first wedding dance. My husband and I had taken dance classes before, but we wanted professional private instruction for our special day. In 1997, a friend who used Candace for her anniversary party recommended that we try her. Candace was thorough and gave clear instructions. After the first class, we couldn't wait to attend the next because we had both learned so much. She's so professional, and yet we felt very comfortable with her. On the day before the wedding, she came to the reception hall to give us one last lesson. Our wedding reception was a complete success. I'd recommend Candace for professional ballroom dancing to anyone. She really is the whole package!" Terrance and Stephanie Osborne 2006 http://www.galleryosborne.com |
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| The changes he went through from our first lesson to our final performance were immeasurable and we all knew it. The pride we both felt and our sense of accomplishment as an official, married team, who learned the things Candace taught us, were some of the many, unforgettable emotions that carried us through our big day! Most of all, the joy and happiness that shown bright on Candace's face, as she watched our performance that day, made our special day that much more magical. Candace is such an amazing teacher, who takes such pride in her wedding couples. She will always hold a very special place in our hearts! We are proud and happy to recommend her to anyone!” |
| "Benjamin and I really had a great experience dancing the 'Rumba' and 'Cha Cha Cha'.' Candace was patient with our learning process which made dancing so much fun! We laughed a lot in our classes and dancing has improved our relationship making us closer. Dancing is also a great way to get exercise. We would recommend Candace to anyone. Dancing with Candace has helped our minds, bodies and souls. We simply love dancing!" -Ben and Rosalia |
| “The highlight of our wedding reception was our special, first dance, choreographed by Candace. Our wedding guests were so captivated by this sexy, creative, yet classy dance routine which Candace so diligently put together for us. This dance not only set the tone for an amazing, fun reception, it has actually been the talk of the town ever since. When we first started lessons, I had to drag my finance (now my husband) to go. He put up a good fight, but eventually decided to give in to my way of thinking. I explained to him that I didn’t want to be the couple up there, in front of everyone, doing some silly, average, middle school-type slow dance on our wedding day. I wanted us to be different and memorable. I wanted us to surprise and shock all of our friends and family and give a stunning performance. Mind you, my husband hates to be the center of attention and has never danced a day in his life and, truthfully, neither had I. |
