My husband and I just started lessons in February at our local Arthur Murray Studio. The corporate experience was not that great, but our instructor was. Our lessons were enjoyable and well done.

He has since changed to another AM studio, also in the area, and we are giving it one more chance.

As I read these forums, I wonder if we have done the smart thing staying with AM. I have tried looking into other studios in the NYC area, but the amount of them is daunting! How do you know where to begin?

So here is my question...does anyone know of a good, reasonable studio in the New York City or Northeast Queens area (We have Jersey right cross the river too, so anything in Hudson or Bergen County would be good too)? Word of mouth is always a powerful endorsement!

Thank you for any help!

PS I read in these forums that most good teachers want to start their own studios as soon as possible. Our instructor has talked about doing this (which I would love), do you think this is a good sign? LOL

Dance with me Studio----ask for Vasily and tell him Diane sent you...he's the best!!!! www.dancewithmecorp.com

What type of dancing are you doing?

Ballroom --- cha cha, tango, waltz, and jive. I've been going there for four months and love it. I take private lessons with Vasily and he is really good. The best instructor I've ever had - I highly recommend...Let me know if you have any other questions and check the website....

Thank you for the information. This studio is close to where I work! I can check it out on my lunch hour. Have you seen Max there yet? LOL

I really always wanted to learn how to dance --- I went to many studio's but this is by far the best. I live 45 minutes away and it's worth the commute. Good luck and keep me posted....My instructor is Vasily and I'm pleased with him....I love this website!!!!

Sorry...I meant to ask the people who posted the question...(what type of dancing)

Mostly mambo, cha-cha, rhumba and tango. We are now starting on foxtrot, swing and waltz.

If you want NYC you can try Stepping Out Studios.

Thank you