Dance Instruction
Classes • Private Lessons • Workshops • Events • Wedding Dance Prep
It all starts with a single step…
Hiring Peter Flahiff to teach at your swing dance event brings decades of international experience, musical insight, humor, and exceptional clarity to your event. An accomplished dance instructor fluent in Lindy Hop, Collegiate Shag, Tap, and Balboa, Peter offers classes that are grounded in history, musicality, and strong partner connection—while remaining accessible, engaging, and fun. In addition to traditional classes, Peter works closely with organizers to design custom workshops tailored to any event’s goals, dancer levels, and community interests. Whether sharing foundational technique, rhythm and musical play, or deeper explorations of partnership and style, Peter creates learning experiences that inspire confidence, curiosity, and joy on the dance floor.
"Peter is more than just a great dance teacher. He is someone who will invest in his students and share his vast knowledge of music, dance history, and personal stories from the original swing dancers."
— Corey Manke, Balboa Historian, Instructor, and Mentor
Classes
Taking a class with Peter Flahiff is a fun and supportive way for dancers of all levels to grow their skills. Group classes provide an ideal environment for beginners to take their first steps, surrounded by fellow students who are learning alongside them. Participants gain a solid foundation in technique, timing, and rhythm while enjoying the energy and camaraderie of a shared dance experience. These classes offer a welcoming space to build confidence, ask questions, and feel comfortable on the dance floor at their own pace.
Private Lessons
A private dance lesson is one-on-one instruction between you and your instructor, or you, your partner, and your instructor. While group classes are a great way to learn the broad strokes of dancing, there is no substitute for working one-on-one in a private dance lesson with a professional dance instructor to rapidly improve.
Private lessons are customized to your wants and needs. Workshops and classes move too fast? Use a Private to get a more measured pace. Too slow? Take a Private and get what you want as fast as you can! You can use the time to work on learning the other role in a dance, polish up style, refine technique, and adjust habits you didn’t even know you had.
Workshops
Attending a workshop with Peter Flahiff offers dancers an immersive and focused learning experience. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique, pick up some great new moves, explore new dance styles, or deepen your connection with a partner, Peter’s workshops provide expert guidance in a supportive and engaging environment. Each class is designed to challenge dancers of any skill level while keeping the atmosphere fun and encouraging, from a seasoned instructor with decades of experience. Workshops with Peter are not just about learning steps—they’re about building confidence, expanding your dance repertoire, and igniting a deeper love for the art of social dance.
Events
Inviting Peter Flahiff to your dance event brings warmth, intention, and depth to the entire weekend. With decades of teaching experience at events large and small, Peter thoughtfully crafts an experience that serves dancers of every skill level while honoring the history, musicality, and joy of Swing Era dances. When he teaches, classes flow seamlessly, concepts build naturally, and dancers leave not only inspired, but with skills they can immediately use on the social floor.
Wedding Dance Prep
One of the most unforgettable moments of a wedding is the first dance—but planning it can feel stressful without the right guidance. With over forty years of combined teaching experience, Peter and Lauren make your special day fun, relaxed, and memorable. We specialize in helping brand-new dancers feel confident, giving you the tools and techniques to enjoy a stress-free first dance.
Whether you’d like to learn a few simple steps or create a full routine, starting your lessons early ensures you’ll feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor as your big day approaches.
