Ballroom Rendezvous - Como Ballroom & Latin Dancesport

Ballroom Rendezvous - Como Ballroom & Latin Dancesport

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Hi! Are you interested in learning to ballroom dance? or is Latin dance your cup of tea? We offer bo Don't delay, call us today. this new page)!

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Join us for the ultimate, fun hobby and an effective workout that ballroom & Latin dancing is, as well as for the special quality time together with your partner, or in preparation to meet that special someone! If you are an experienced dancer, we will train you further and get you ready to compete at the national and international competitions! Professional ballroom and Latin dance instruction is

02/07/2026

It is Saturday, and you know what it means? It means TOMORROW (Sunday) from 6 pm till 9 pm we are having a GOOD TIME - here at MU in Memorial Union we will have not one, not two, but THREE Latin dance classes! Come join us for BACHATA at 6 pm, SALSA at 7 pm, and SAMBA at 8 pm! Second floor, Room N214. These are Intermediate or a Strong Beginner level classes. You don't need to come with a partner, although, why not come with a friend if you can bring one! $10/class for students, and $13/class for other community members. Please come at least 5 min early to register.
With any questions, please call or text me any time - (573) 639-1515!
Hope to see you tomorrow!

02/01/2026

It might be cold outside, but it will be sizzling hot inside starting this Sunday, Feb 1 - we are starting a 6-week session of each - BACHATA, SALSA, & now, SAMBA dance classes in Memorial Union on MU Campus! Come join us if you can! Warm up your body & spirit to the beautiful Latin music, meet new friends & learn a few new steps!
If you'd like to pre-register, RSVP, &/or have any questions about these - please do call or text me at 573.639.1515! I am just a quick phone call away! Hasta el Domingo, amigas!

12/25/2025

Dear friends, students & supporters of Ballroom Rendezvous, Merry Christmas to all of you who celebrate today & not only today! May your day be bright, warm & filled with love & joy! You bring joy to my heart & I love you!

12/13/2025

For those interested in SALSA & BACHATA dance classes over the break:
We are about to start the 'Interm' session of weekly classes this SUNDAY, DEC. 14 & to continue until the next semester starts in January 2026! The day & times are the same:
SUNDAYS at 6:15 pm - BACHATA, &
SUNDAYS at 7:15 pm - Intermediate SALSA
Both classes are 1 hour long & require pre-registration/ pre-payment at least 2 days in advance.
The cost per one class is only: $10 for students w/ID, $12 - for community members, if paid in advance.
With any questions, please text or call: (573) 639-1515
Looking forward to seeing you on our dance floor soon!

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10/17/2025

Time flies by fast, we now only have time left for one 6-week progressive session of group classes this year! Every Sunday, starting this Sunday, Oct 19 & through Dec 7*, we will be offering two group classes: Bachata at 6:15 pm, and Salsa (Intermediate level) at 7:15 pm - in Memorial Union Bldg, Room N214 on MU Campus! If you have never taken a class with us - you can try one for half-price! To sign up or with any questions please call or text (573) 639-1515!
Looking forward to seeing you on the dance floor! Keep dancing, keep smiling, stay young! :)

* Please note: no classes on Sundays before & after the Thanksgiving, i.e. 11/23 & 11/30
Follow & Like our Ballroom Rendezvous page here to be the first to see our other classes or events offerings!

09/14/2025

Memorial Union is so nice & COOL! Come join us tonight for our Salsa/Bachata classes! You'll leave feeling refreshed, reenergized, slightly more coordinated, .2 lbs lighter, and cured of any depressive thoughts & headaches! :)
6:15 pm - (Total) Beginner Salsa/Bachata,
7:15 pm - Strong Beginner/ Intermediate Salsa/Bachata.
Memorial Union- North wing - Room N214 on MU campus.
You don't have to be a student, these are open to the community members!
With any questions, please contact us at: (573) 639-1515,
&/or see the previous post on our Dance Page here!

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09/09/2025

We are so happy to be able to offer new sessions of Latin Dance Classes this Fall! It is still not too late to join! One session of either Beginner or Intermediate Salsa/Bachata is only $49 for students (with an ID), and only $59 for non-students! All classes are on Sunday evenings 9/7-10/12 at Memorial Union, Room N214 on MU Campus. Please contact us with any questions &/or to sign up - (573) 639-1515.
Happy Fall, ya'all! :)
Keep dancing, keep smiling, stay young! :)

07/21/2025

Last chance this summer! - If you are not a total beginner in Salsa or Tango, come join us for the 4 Intermediate Level group classes left this summer on Wednesdays (Wed, 7/23- 8/13)!
- 6 pm - 7 pm - Salsa,
- 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm - Tango
Both group classes are held in McKee Gym (2nd floor) on MU campus. These could be drop-in, but if you could give me a heads-up about you attending (via a text to (573) 639-1515), I would make sure the doors are unlocked for you! :)
For more info please feel free to call me, or check our previous post on this dance page.

05/18/2025

We are so excited to be starting this Wednesday, May 21, a series of Summer Dance Lessons (Latin & Ballroom) in McKee Gym on MU Campus! *6 pm- Latin Club style dances (Salsa, Bachata), & *7 pm- American Style Ballroom (Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot). For more information & to sign up, feel free to call or text Lucy @ Ballroom Rendezvous at (573) 639-1515.
Looking forward to seeing you there this Wednesday! :)

05/17/2025

Hello, everyone! I am happy to announce that we are starting a couple of new group dance classes next week - Wednesday, May 21!
6 pm - 7 pm- Latin Social dance class (Salsa, Bachata & possibly other styles),
7 pm - 8:15 pm - American Style Ballroom (Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot).
These classes will be held in McKee Gymnasium on MU Campus.
$10/class for students w/valid ID,
$13/class for non-students.
If you have any questions, I am just one phone call away - 573.639.1515
Please feel free to share this information with your friends/contacts, who you think might be interested in it as well.
Hope to see you soon in my classes!
Lucy

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12/25/2024

Dear students & friends of Ballroom Rendezvous, Merry Christmas & happy holiday to all who celebrate today! Thank you for all your business & support! Without you we won't be teaching & doing dance parties here for over 31 years now! We wish you the merriest & happiest of time with your families & loved ones!
With love,
Lucy

12/24/2024

Santa might be getting your partner a metronome, but you don't have to! Get her/him a dance lesson package and improve your dance skills together right away & delight & dance your heart away to a fun & joyful holiday season & beyond! Get $10 off each 1-hour private lesson* for lessons purchased now through December 30, 2024! (*up to three one-hour lessons per person or per couple, if lessons taken together as a couple). Package deals are also available - contact me for all details - (573) 639-1515.
Last minute Gift Certificates available! Just call!

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Our Story

Discover the amazing world of Ballroom Dancing by joining us for the ultimate, fun hobby and an effective workout that ballroom & Latin dancing is, as well as for the special quality time together with your partner, or in preparation to meet that special someone! If you are an experienced dancer, we will train you further and get you ready to compete at the national and international competitions!
Professional ballroom and Latin dance instruction is provided in American and International styles of DanceSport by the NDCA- and/or ISTD- registered professional dance instructors, local, international, and visiting coaches. Social and practice dance parties are held regularly for your dancing entertainment, practice & pleasure! Don't delay, call us today. Keep smiling, keep dancing, stay young! :)

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A word about our resident instructor:

Lucy Holden is our local instructor here in Columbia, MO. She is originally from Russia and has received her training in Ballroom Dancesport at internationally acclaimed Russian schools of Ballroom Dancing. She has been teaching ballroom & Latin, Salsa and Swing dancing in Columbia since 1994. Lucy is an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to both social and competitive dancers, adults and children. She has incredible patience, attention to detail and technique as well as to styling and character of the dance. Several of her students have competed and placed high in local and national competitions, including Dr. Pecorak, 2nd place winner of the 2009 US National (Gentlemen's Pro-Am) Championships in Orlando, FL. Lucy teaches individual and group lessons and is an NDCA Registered Professional Ballroom and Latin Dance Instructor.

If you have taken dance lessons with her, please spread the word. If not - contact her for a Free Introductory lesson/ evaluation and training plan suggestions to fit Your dance needs and aspirations today!

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Feel free to contact us for more information any time.

We will be happy to answer any questions regarding dance instruction and greatly appreciate your business and support as our fans and students!

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Thank you so much for your support as we try to spread the word out on this new project of ours (i.e. this new page)!

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