Level 2 – Ballroom Fundamentals & Beyond

Ready to take your ballroom dancing to the next level? Our Level 2 series is designed for students who have some experience with ballroom basics and are eager to refine their technique, expand their dance vocabulary, and develop more confidence on the dance floor.

💃 Enhance Your Skills – Build on what you’ve learned in Level 1 with more footwork, styling, and partner connection techniques.
🔥 Learn New Variations – Explore more dynamic movements and sequences in Swing, Rumba, Tango, Salsa, and other classic ballroom dances.
🏆 Expert Coaching – Taught by Gay Games & World Champion Same-Sex Ballroom Dancer Robbie Tristan, offering personalized guidance to help you grow.
🏳️‍🌈 Inclusive & Supportive Environment – A welcoming space to express yourself, embrace queer joy, and dance with confidence!

📅 Class Dates: Tuesdays – June 3,10,17,24
⏰ Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave, 16th/17th Floor, New York, NY 10011

Queer Ballroom Fall Series

Discover the Joy of Ballroom Dance in an Inclusive, Affirming Space
Whether you’ve never danced before or you’re just a little nervous to start, our Queer Ballroom Beginner Series is the perfect place to take your first steps.

🌈 Queer Ballroom – Beginner Level: September 2025 6-Week Series

💃 Start Your Dance Journey – Learn the foundations of partner dancing in a fun, supportive space—perfect for total beginners!
💫 Terrified Beginners Welcome – If you’ve never danced before, this is exactly where you belong.
🔥 Learn the Basics – We’ll cover steps, rhythm, and connection in classic dances like Swing, Rumba, Tango, Salsa, and more.
🏆 Expert Instruction – Classes taught by Gay Games & World Champion Same-Sex Ballroom Dancer Robbie Tristan.
🤝 Inclusive & Affirming Environment – A welcoming community that celebrates queer joy, self-expression, and connection.

📅 Class Dates: Tuesdays – September 9, 16, 23, 30 & October 7, 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave, 16th/17th Floor, New York, NY 10011

✨ Special Offer for New Students – Join us for a discounted sample class on September 9 (first class only – new students only!).

Come dance, laugh, learn, and celebrate yourself in NYC’s longest-running LGBTQ+ ballroom program!