Evelyn is THE most patient dance teacher - her classes are fun, upbeat, simple, and she lets us make good videos for helping us practice during the week. She helped us choreograph and rehearse our wedding first dance and even with no experience on the groom's part, it was a lovely dance to kick off the dancing reception that many people still remember as such a fun wedding, their "favorite" ! read more

Evelyn Meinz is THE BEST!! This was one of the most enjoyable parts of our wedding planning. Evelyn understood the importance of our first dance song and she created a unique dance routine for us and taught us in just nine lessons some techniques to WOW our family and friends. We had no prior dance experience but Evelyn made us feel so comfortable right away and we had a really great time in each lesson. She is a highly knowledgeable instructor and was incredibly patient with both of us. She responded promptly to emails and texts and was willing to work with our busy schedules to coordinate lesson times. Evelyn totally blew us away in what she was able to teach us in just one lesson! She started out with basics and built on them with each lesson. Evelyn put her instructions in terms we could understand and didn't overwhelm us with technicalities. Our experience was wonderful from start to finish. When the big moment came and we were on the dance floor in front of all our guests, I think we looked pretty fantastic. My husband led me through all the steps Evelyn taught us, even the one we had the most trouble with...the Link and Throw! We received plenty of cheers and a standing ovation for our performance. So happy that I found Evelyn Meinz Ballroom Dance! You won't regret booking a session with Evelyn! Thank you Evelyn for making our first dance so special! read more

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TheBestEver! We start from the scratch and now we made a beautiful dancing for 3 minutes song. And we only took 5 classes. Evelyn is the best and we definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to learn to dance within a short period of time. :) read more

Evelyn Meinz Ballroom Dance - Performing Arts Near Me - Pasadena, California

My husband and I are not the most coordinated so I really wanted to take some dance lessons in preparation for our first dance at our wedding. After doing some research and reading reviews, I reached out to Evelyn. We talked on the phone and instantly connected. We decided to book the 5 session package and WOW, Evelyn is a miracle worker! First off, she's the sweetest and made both of us so comfortable! All we had to do was let her know what the song was and she choreographed the sweetest dance while taking into consideration our skill level. She's also super encouraging and patience. I couldn't be happier with her services! Our first dance went off without a hitch and we got so many compliments from our guests. Dance lessons was one of the best decisions I made during the wedding process and worth every penny! Thank you Evelyn!! read more

Evelyn was an absolute joy to work with. My wife and I purchased 8 lessons to have her choreograph our first dance and we did not regret it! She is so talented and it is clearly evident as she was able to map out our entire routine in merely 3-4 lessons! Evelyn was able to break down ballroom dancing to the basics and her method of teaching us the routine was very effective. Note that my wife and I have had no prior dancing experience whatsoever. In all, we were very happy with the results and would recommend her to anyone who needs a ballroom dance instructor! read more

Evelyn is incredible! My fiancée and I aren't exactly "rhythmically gifted" but she made us feel extremely comfortable from the very first lesson. We just left our final lesson and have an incredible dance locked and loaded for our big day in a few weeks! We will miss having our weekly lessons and will cherish the amazing experience Evelyn has given us! Thank you for everything!!! read more

Best dance instructor! My husband (then fiancé) and I hired Evelyn to help with our first dance. I am somewhat tone deaf and had a difficult time learning the moves, but Evelyn was very patient and supportive. I would get frustrated at myself but she reminded us to have fun and let loose. Thank you Evelyn!!! Everyone enjoyed our dance and it was definitely a highlight! read more

Evelyn is amazing. Her ability to successfully navigate the intricacies of human relationships while teaching a new skill is at the level of a couple's therapist. As a psychologist myself I often found myself pondering - does she moonlight as a marriage and family therapist? Evelyn was able to break down the nuances of each move and make it accessible to our own unique learning styles. She noted tension and frustration within my husband or I just as it began and easily defused it often leaving us laughing at our own human foibles. She is SO MUCH FUN! We left each lesson feeling accomplished. The dance she choreographed for our wedding met all our criteria and more so. For our first dance we did a rather interesting combination of the song being a traditional country song, George Straight's "I Cross My Heart," but the dance being Argentinian Tango. She balanced my drive for DRAMA! with my husband's desire for classical and structured. We wowed the crowds and had so much fun doing it because the dance was truly our own! We took private lessons in both Tango and the two-step from Evelyn. If you're looking for a knowledgable instructor, choose Evelyn! read more

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What a talented and patient teacher !! Skills or no skills, Evelyn knows how to make new dances and moves understandable and how to make anyone a better ballroom dancer! Small classes with highly individualized feedback makes the process smooth and fun :) Can't believe we are becoming foxtrot, waltz, and American tango dancers -- thank you, always-positive Evelyn!! read more

Evelyn is the greatest. She is so patient, encouraging, fun, funny, and great at teaching. You can really tell that this is her passion. I found her via Yelp, and then learned that my friend from work had used her too, and had nothing but great things to say about her. We're in the middle of our dance package now, and it has been super fun learning from her and going to her weekly. It makes for a fun date night, and helps relieve some of the stress of the work day and wedding planning. I am confident that Evelyn will turn us into dancers even in such a short period of time. She is very flexible with scheduling and works out of 2 nice dance studios that are both convenient to Pasadena. We definitely would recommend her to anyone! read more

Pulse Dance Studio is an excellent choice for learning how to dance. I've taken several salsa classes and have enjoyed every one of them. I know she also teaches ball room dance as well. The instructor, Evelyn, is extremely warm and friendly. She's a wonderful teacher who spends the time helping each student excel. I've only taken the group classes but Evelyn still takes the time to answer any questions about the proper dance moves and helped me along with doing them. The class vibe is also superb, everyone is friendly and there to learn and have fun. Sadly, I'm moving otherwise I'd continue taking her lessons. People, you won't be disappointed with her classes! The salsa class cost $15 but she also has special pricing for people that take multiple classes. read more

Evelyn is a gem. I take her weekly salsa group class, and unlike most of the other teachers I've taken with, this class is 1 1/2 hours... Perfect for a beginner to come up to speed in the first half hour, then to challenge the more advanced dancers, all in the same session! It's no stress. Evelyn is ALWAYS bright and uplifting, and her students just love her. Once in a while she organizes social outings too, so we can get out in the real clubs and hit the floor without fear. Try her, if only just to meet such a cool gal (who happens to be incredibly well trained)! read more

Evelyn is amazing! Me and my fiancé purchased couple lessons for our wedding dance. The learning experience was joyful, and she has been very communicative throughout the entire process. She listened to our thoughts very carefully, and always be very patient with us. Most importantly, she created a dance that looks very beautiful and also fits our level of experience. We are so glad we chose to work with Evelyn on our wedding dance. Both of us enjoy learning with Evelyn. read more

I have taken dance lessons from a number of studios in Southern California, and I can state without qualification that Pulse is one of the best for the money. The prices are significantly less than the bigger studios, and no one is breathing down your neck trying to get you to sell your soul (or take out a second mortgage) to pay for dance lessons. Moreover, the quality of instruction is comparable to any studio in town with a focus on the individual needs of the student rather than trying to fit the student into a pre-set mold. You can do as little or as much as you want - both in terms of the dances on which you focus as well as private versus group classes. Highly recommended. read more

I'm having so much fun here! Evelyn keeps everything upbeat and fun, and it's really affordable. Highly recommend giving it a try - be brave!! :) read more

One of the best dance instructors I have ever received a lesson from. She was extremely clear, compassionate, and enjoyable. I have only taken one class from her so far, but already I feel much more confident in the dancing style she taught us, Argentine Tango. read more

Evelyn is a fantastic, supportive and fun teacher. I've learned a lot and I will continue to take her classes.

I'm a member of a nonprofit and Evelyn taught a group line dance lesson, it was absolutely amazing and so much fun. Everyone had a great time and learned a lot too. She's patient, has great energy and knows how to get a room really moving! I highly recommend her services. read more

I refer Evelyn to couples I work with who are planning their weddings. Every single time I receive rave reviews. I am told Evelyn is patient, creative, easy to work with and incredibly helpful. Of course I see the end result at the weddings I plan and it is impressive. Evelyn is the best! read more

Dancing can be an incredibly personal and revealing activity. It can be a learning struggle as you lead or follow. Left foot goes back or forward? Is it heel, toe, toe, heel? Or heel, heel, toe? Am I standing up straight, shoulders down? Slow, quick quick slow? Or slow, slow, slow? Head left or right? After taking lessons with Evelyn for 5 years either as a solo or with a partner, I can tell you that she is without peer. Patient, kind, enthusiastic, creative, trustworthy, and willing to help students learn and understand how to dance. Whether you want to just dance at a wedding, social dance at club without looking a fool, or compete with the big boys & girls on the dance floor, Evelyn can take you there. She knows her stuff. This is her business. This is her life. Pulse Studios makes it easy for people to attend, affordable during economic times like these, and most of all FUN!! If you're looking for something new to do, a new exercise routine rather than the gym, or want to finally learn to dance, don't put this off. Come see Evelyn at Pulse Studios. I've been always glad I did. read more

I purchased a couple of dance lessons for our daughter and my husband for their father/daughter wedding dance. Evelyn was absolutely perfect for them--patient, kind, and encouraging. Nothing too complicated, but some simple moves that looked great. She gave them a a bit of confidence and comfort in their moment and they were fabulous. They had a special "bonding time" before the wedding which they really valued. Thank you, Evelyn! read more

My dad and I went to Evelyn for a few dance lessons for our father/daughter dance at my wedding. We are a bit musically challenged, so we felt that it would be challenging already from the onset. Evelyn was such a joy to work with. She was so kind and patient with us and skillfully created a simple but interesting routine that my dad and I would be able to do and still wow the crowd. She slightly altered parts of the routine on the fly to fit our comfort and needs, which we greatly appreciated. She's also great at gracefully pinpointing areas of improvement and breaking them down in a way that we can digest and get better at. Our dance went so well on the day of the wedding and everyone was so impressed! Thanks so much, Evelyn!! read more

Evelyn is incredible! My husband and I (both of whom have no dancing experience) took lessons with her before our wedding and she choreographed both our first dance and then my husband's mother/son dance. She was very accommodating of our busy work schedules, always made us feel comfortable, and created a truly enjoyable experience! The dances were a HUGE HIT at the wedding, and I would highly recommend her! read more

My husband has NEVER danced and wanted to be able to get on the dance floor at our sons wedding. Evelyn was able to make us feel relaxed, overcome his inhibitions, and accomplish that goal. Surprisingly, we even had fun doing it and looked forward to our classes. I never thought I'd see the day. If you're looking for similar results, search no further. read more