Experienced tutor in Dance in San Jose, Monika offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Monika is very talented in overall teaching and coaching of students in various dance routines and moves. Initially I did not really catch onto dancing but have now taken a good interest in dances that I would not have done before. She is well versed and knows how to bring together a class, but at the same time give individual attention to each and everyone of her students. Monika knows and sees all so can’t just go through the motions. She seriously wants to make one a better dancer and makes the classes fun whether it’s group or private. Great instructor all around.

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Monika has been teaching Zoom based weekly International ballroom dance group lessons. Her classes in the Waltz, Chacha, and Jive have focused on the details of the basic fundamental techniques. I really appreciated her personal attention and constructive critique that she provided. She would closely observe each of the individual students and then give individualized improvement ideas. She also provided exercises and drills to help ingrain the correct posture, movements and timing. Her constant reinforcement of fundamental technique was very helpful in the learning process.

Monika’s detailed understanding of both the leader and follower steps enabled her to teach both parts. By having us learn both lead and follow in the waltz, I now have a better understanding of what my partner would be doing and how I can better partner and lead.

Monika made adjustments to ensure that her lessons worked well in the online format where space was limited and partner dancing was not always available.

Overall, Monika’s lessons have greatly improved my dancing and I look forward to future online and in person classes with her.

She is very experienced and has great techniques and very patient with students as well as paying attention to details.

Monika is a superb teacher, who can professionally train her students from beginner to competitive level. She is always well organized and prepared for her classes, be it group or private. Her detailed basic fundamental technique training with lots of drilling is particular attractive. She really can motivate her students with her passion of dancing to achieve their individual goal. Don't miss it!