At the Groove Room we’re here to create a beautiful, customized dance that feels like you—something in line with your vision, taught with care and ease. Learn your wedding dance without interruptions and free from the rigid limitations found at larger, cookie-cutter studios. Our studio has top reviewed teachers in the bay.
At the Groove Room we’re here to create a beautiful, customized dance that feels like you—something in line with your vision, taught with care and ease. We are committed to celebrating all love stories, whatever the age, gender, or orientation. Our studio has top reviewed teachers in the bay. They worked at biggest dance studios in the bay, but decided going small-business is better. Experienced teaching beginners. Learn your wedding dance in a private studio, where it is just you and your instructor, without interruptions and free from the rigid limitations found at larger, cookie-cutter studios.
We are known for offering flexible options that other studios simply won’t take upon. Whether it is scheduling late night classes to accommodate your crazy calendar, sending a dance teacher for a dance class picnic on your rooftop, or making your first dance vision come true – we made sure our options are the most diverse and progressive in SF.
Our sessions start at 60 minutes, so you have the time to truly feel the beat. All sessions are private – just you and your instructor in the studio. No extra hidden fees, No skimpy 45-min classes here. We are no rules, no pressure — just an hour of music, movement, and joy. Our clients say they feel lighter, more connected, and often surprised by how much they enjoyed it.
Our instructors aren’t your stereotypical outdated ballroom teacher — they’re fresh and right off the dance floor. They are kind, encouraging, and deeply invested in making your experience meaningful and stress-free. Our pros have worked at top big-name Bay Area studios and decided going small-business is better. We united and set everyone’s comfort as the #1 priority – a recipe for success unlike any other. They deliver their best performance, you get the best results. Win-win.
We recommend booking in advance so we can give you the time and attention you deserve. We will try out a selection of moves in our first class to see what fits your style best! Don’t worry — you’ll be able to ask all your questions before you commit to anything.
Every package includes a free phone consultation (book here) where we’ll chat about your goals, style, and timeline. Prefer not to call? Just drop us a note with your special requests when you book — we read everything!
With expert instruction and a stress-free approach, we’ll create a custom chorography for a dance that feels natural, elegant, and uniquely yours. Also offering custom music edits and mashups for your dance – included in some of our packages.
Learning your first dance requires a different approach from your teacher that differs from learning ballroom or social dance. When resources are being carefully budgeted for your wedding, an inexperienced teacher can mean sub-par, disapointing results. We train our teachers on specifics of teaching wedding dance. Our philosophy is ” minimum effort – maximum effect”
We substitute moves that cause you more struggle that beauty, we adjust and make changes as we go, we avoid the look of you counting your beats or trying to remember the intricate steps. We invest time in the wow-effect moves (lifts, dips, etc), but when needed, direct you towards simple but effective moves that convey romance and connection. We are here to make you look your best.
Each couple’s dance ends up looking so individual and special – even we are impressed with the individuality of each final outcome. With over 200 couples served since 2018, we are the experienced shoulder you can lean on.
We included some most common questions that we hear most often before first class. Our FAQ’s page has even more answers on policies, parking, etc.
The best time to start is now! Some couples begin as early as one year in advance. Take the stress and mystery out of the process by allowing yourself ample time to plan and pace your lessons freely, without worrying about a time crunch. That said, we understand that sometimes life happens, and you may need to start later than ideal. That’s okay—we offer different packages to accommodate those starting closer to their big day. If your wedding is 3-4 months away, we can still create a beautiful dance for you and your loved one. We are happy to work with anyone, regardless of how close their wedding is, and we will make the best of the time we have. However, the ideal approach is to give yourself ample time to prepare and start early.
This answer varies from couple to couple, depending on your goals. Most couples take between 5 and 15 lessons. Perhaps a better way to look at it is: “What can I achieve in X amount of lessons?” Our package options provide detailed descriptions of what you can accomplish with each package. In short:
Come dressed comfortably and confidently. For shoes, wear comfortable sneakers, socks, or any footwear that fits securely and does not restrict movement. High heels can also be a good choice if you want to test how they feel on the wedding day. We will help determine which moves to avoid based on how your heels affect your ability to walk, spin, and move. We encourage students to bring their wedding shoes to break them in—although not necessary, it is highly recommended.
No, you do not need to have a song chosen for your first lesson. Every couple is different, and it is our job to take you from where you are to where you need to be. Often, this means helping couples choose their first dance song.
We also have blog posts on our website with tips on choosing the perfect first dance song, as well as recommendations for popular choices. Whether you come in with a chosen song, a list of options, or no idea at all, your instructor will be prepared to help.
Yes! You can send us the video in advance or bring it to your lesson. We have experience handling such requests and will adjust or substitute any moves as needed. Our teachers do not learn the dance in its entirety beforehand but will review the video before class to ensure familiarity.
Call us ASAP! Even with just one or two lessons, we can help you prepare a few moves, a nice entrance, and possibly even a dip or lift. Let’s ensure your first dance is memorable!
Our business is open by appointment only from 12 PM until 10 PM every day. We are super flexible about when we can book your lessons and are able to accommodate weekend as well as late weekday availability.
Standard lesson length is 60 minutes. We do not offer shorter appointments; however, longer appointments are an option.
Yes, you can book 60-minute lessons back to back on the same day—in tandem. This will result in a two-hour or even three-hour session. Some of our couples have also booked a 60-minute class, then taken an hour break, and returned for another 60- or 120-minute session.
We are blessed with good parking – feel free to drive your car to our studio, leave 5-7 minutes to park. We are in a residential area, so plenty of free street parking, as well as meters and a parking garage.
As in the rest of San Francisco—DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES in your car.
We welcome pets, so please feel free to bring your furry friends to hang with you during class. The owner takes responsibility for any damages caused by pets and agrees to cover any property damage if such occurs.
Yes! We have payment plans and gift cards. Our payment provider, Vagaro, offers payment plans. You will be able to choose a payment plan option upon purchasing your package online. You can purchase a gift card or book a surprise service/party via our booking platform. We can help with purchasing a gift card and setting up a payment plan over email, phone, or text. Please reach out if you require further assistance or have questions.
We are the top destination for dancing in SF. Here’s what you can look forward to:
The Groove Room is nestled in the vibrant Pac Heights district of San Francisco, minutes walk from Fillmore street and Japan Town. Many couples turn their visit into a memorable outing, taking advantage of nearby dining and leisure options for the perfect date night or afternoon together. Our studio offers an intimate and vibrant space for your dance lessons. Unlike outdated studios or crowded shared rooms, our studio features a spacious dance floor, mirrors, and privacy. We are also proud to say that our parking situation is very good for SF, so feel free to drive to your class confidently (See detailed parking info in our FAQ’s).
Unlike many other studios that limit sessions to just 45 minutes, we offer full 60-minute lessons at no additional cost. We believe 45 minutes is simply too short to truly immerse yourself in the experience. Our goal is to help you achieve the results you’re looking for, and with over 200 couples served since 2018, we’ve found that 60-minute sessions consistently deliver better outcomes.
Unlike many other studios that limit sessions to just 45 minutes, we offer full 60-minute lessons at no additional cost. We believe 45 minutes is simply too short to truly immerse yourself in the experience. Our goal is to help you achieve the results you’re looking for, and with over 200 couples served since 2018, we’ve found that 60-minute sessions consistently deliver better outcomes.
Our instructors are not just dance experts—they’re your partners in creating a fun, stress-free, and totally customized journey. They deliver potent, relevant information in a precise, organized way. If other dance studios deliver “coffee”, we are the concentrated, potent espresso. You may have seen our instructors at other top bay area wedding and social dance studios previously, but we are so honored to say they are now open for booking only here at our studio. Each of our instructors is developing their own dancing on a weekly basis, so you are taking lessons from current industry pros who perform, travel, take workshops and bring new ideas to the studio.
All packages include a 20-min consult phone call, always a customized choreography for your specific song of choice, and a complimentary custom pro music editing option from our in-house sound engineer with select packages
5 hours of private lessons - $700
This package is all about empowering you to look natural and unstructured when it’s time to take the floor on your big day. These 5 hours of instruction will get you focused and organized, and will help you avoid the dreaded scene of middle school waddle-and-sway. Step into your life as newlyweds prepared, calm, and confident.
This package is all about empowering you to look natural and unstructured when it’s time to take the floor on your big day. Read more
10 hours of private lessons - $1350
This package is all about making you feel ready and excited for your big day. Indulge in 10 hours of private, uninterrupted lessons. Whether you’re into a sleek, simple routine or something more playful with a mix of songs and styles, we’ll work together to create a dance that’s uniquely yours. With plenty of time to practice and perfect your moves, you’ll feel ready to own the dance floor with a performance that truly reflects your vibe. Also option to dedicate some sessions to preparing the mother/son, father/daughter dances.
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Great if your want:
10 hours of private lessons - $1350
This package is all about making you feel ready and excited for your big day. Indulge in 10 hours of private, uninterrupted lessons. Read more
Also included:
Great if your want:
20 hours of private lessons - $2600
Get ready for your big day with our complete first dance prep plan – the all-inclusive 20-hour Wedding Dance package, designed to help you shine on the dance floor and feel your absolute best. This flexible package gives you 20 hours of private lessons, which can be dedicated entirely to wedding dance choreography, learning to social dance, or a mix of both—tailored to your unique needs. Also option to include sessions to prepare the mother/son, father/daughter dances.
This is our complete first dance prep plan - the all-inclusive 20-hour Wedding Dance package, designed to help you shine on the dance floor and feel your absolute best! Read more
P.S.: No stress – any unused lessons can be used after wedding as date nights
60 mins lesson- $145
Just want a simple 60 min session? No problem. We offer private studio instruction and can figure out our needs as we go along. 2 people included, option to include more people for a fee.