Ballroom Dance Mentor

10/05/2026

READY TO SING YOUR HEART OUT?

Grab your friends and join us at A Step to Gold Community Ballroom for a night of KARAOKE, dancing, celebration, and good vibes!

Whether you're a seasoned performer or the person who needs a little encouragement to grab the mic, this is your chance to LET US HEAR YOU SHINE! ✨

📅 Sunday, October 11
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
6201 Glenwood Ave
🌐 asteptogold.com
🎤 Hosted by William Baez

💵 $15 cash cover
🍺 Bring your own b**r or w**e
🥨 Free snacks
🎶 Singing + dancing + great people = a night you don't want to miss!

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/karaoke-night-at-a-step-to-gold-community-ballroom-tickets-2002907986705?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tag your karaoke partner and come ready to have some fun!

Join us on October 11 - Sunday, for an exciting evening of karaoke, dancing and celebration.

09/09/2026

YOU’RE INVITED TO KARAOKE NIGHT!

Ready to sing your heart out, dance, laugh, and have a great time? Join us at A Step to Gold Community Ballroom for a fun-filled night of Karaoke & Dancing!

2nd Saturdays, 7:00-10:00 PM
Cover charge: $15

Visit us at 6021 Glenwood, Raleigh, NC 27612

Bring your favorite songs and your best singing voice! Whether you're a superstar or just brave enough to grab the mic, we want to hear you shine!

✅Bring your own b**r or w**e
✅Enjoy FREE snacks
✅Dance the night away
✅Sing your favorite songs
✅Enjoy great vibes and good company!

LET US HEAR YOU SHINE!!

Hosted by William Baez

Tag your karaoke partner and invite your friends! 👇
Who’s ready to take the mic?

Book your slot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/karaoke-night-at-a-step-to-gold-community-ballroom-tickets-2000115987761?aff=oddtdtcreator

Hosted by William Baez every second Saturday from 7 - 10pm. This event is B.Y.O.B, so feel free to bring b**r or w**e.

08/25/2026

🕺 Workshops Before Ballroom Barre with Coach Lori Woods-Gay 💃

Want to level up before you hit the floor? Join Coach-in-Residence Lori Woods-Gay for a series of targeted, 50-minute skill-building workshops that break down the essential elements of dance movement — perfect prep for our Ballroom Barre workshop!

Whether it's refining your lead and follow or perfecting elegant leg lines, each session zeroes in on one topic so you can dance with confidence, clarity, and control.

📅 Schedule (Mondays, 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM):
🔹 Aug 31 – Partnering: Lead and follow a variety of partners smoothly
🔹 Sept 21 – Arm Styling: Add elegance and poise to your arms
🔹 Oct 5 – Leg Lines: Improve your presentation and posture
🔹 Nov 16 – Turns & Spins: Control, balance & clean rotation

📍 Location: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom, 6021 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC
👥 Capacity: Only 20 slots per session for focused instruction

💵 Pricing: $35 per class, or all 4 classes for just $120

🔥 Spaces fill fast — reserve your spot with Melanie today!

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshops-before-ballroom-barre-with-coach-lori-woods-gay-tickets-1998710089682
📞 Call/text: 919-781-6868

08/25/2026

💃 Ballroom Barre Workshop with Coach Lori Woods-Gay 🕺

Ready to take your dancing to the next level? Join us for a semi-private workshop that breaks ballroom's complex figures down into their essential movement components — building the strong foundation that transforms your dancing.

✨ What You'll Gain:
🔹 Enhanced movement quality & fluidity
🔹 Superior balance, control & body alignment
🔹 Effortless partnering — so you can focus on musicality & connection

📅 Dates: Mondays — Aug 31 | Sept 21 | Oct 5 | Nov 16
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 8:20 PM
📍 Location: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom, 6021 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC (come see our new home!)
👥 Class Size: Strictly limited to 8 slots for personalized coaching

💵 Pricing: $75 per class, or book all 4 sessions for $250

🔥 Spots are extremely limited — reserve yours today!

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballroom-barre-workshop-with-coach-lori-woods-gay-8-slots-available-tickets-1998699878139
📞 Questions? Call 919-781-6868

07/23/2026

🩰 Elevate Your Ballroom Technique with Coach Lori Woods-Gay!

Join us for an exclusive 3-part workshop series breaking down Ballroom fundamentals — partnering, styling, and lines — so you can dance with more control, confidence, and artistry.

📅 Schedule (6:00–6:50 PM):
🔹 July 27 – Partnering
🔹 Aug. 3 – Arm Styling
🔹 Aug. 17 – Leg Lines

✨ Limited to 20 students — don't wait to reserve your spot!

👉 Book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshops-with-coach-in-residency-lori-woods-gay-limited-to-20-slots-tickets-1993797316445?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/22/2026

💃 Level Up Your Ballroom Game — Only 8 Spots Available! 🕺

Ready to move with more confidence, control, and flair? Join dance expert Lori Woods-Gay for her signature Ballroom Barre Workshop — a hands-on (and feet-on!) series designed to build serious muscle memory for Ballroom & Smooth dancing.

Using a ballet barre, you'll practice the repetitive movements that take your leading, following, and solo technique to the next level. Whether you're polishing your foundation or prepping for more advanced moves, this workshop delivers real results.

📅 Dates: July 27, August 3 & August 17, 2026
🎟️ Limited to 8 students — spots will fill fast!

🎫 Reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ballroom-barre-workshop-with-lori-woods-gay-limited-to-8-students-tickets-1993796908224?aff=oddtdtcreator

👉 Tag a dance partner who needs this in their life!

Develop strong muscle memory in Ballroom & Smooth dancing with one of Lori’s signature workshops

02/04/2026

See You on the Dance Floor

If your idea of a perfect Valentine’s evening includes:

🌹 Romance without pressure
🎶 Live music you can feel
💃 A space where everyone feels welcome

Then you belong here.

Songs of Love Valentine Ball

📍 6278 Glenwood Ave Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
🗓 Sunday, February 15th
⏰ 5:00 PM

🎶 Come for the music
💃🏻 Stay for the connection
🧽 Leave with a memory

👉 Get tickets before they’re gone:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songs-of-love-valentine-ball-tickets-1981553141789

See you on the dance floor 💕

02/03/2026

A Valentine’s Night That Feels Grown-Up (In the Best Way)

No crowds.
No chaos.
No cheesy distractions.

Just music, movement, and connection.

Songs of Love Valentine Ball
📍 6278 Glenwood Ave Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
🗓 Sunday, February 15th
⏰ Arrive at 5:00 PM

✨ Evening highlights:

🥂 Social hour with heavy hors d’oeuvres
🎼 Live orchestra from 6:00–8:00 PM
💕 Select student performances during intermission
🕺 A warm, welcoming ballroom vibe

This is Valentine’s done right.

👉 Join us:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songs-of-love-valentine-ball-tickets-1981553141789

02/02/2026

Live Music Makes the Difference

Recorded playlists are fine.

Live orchestra?
That’s where the magic happens.

We’re thrilled to feature The Heartbeats Orchestra at the
Songs of Love Valentine Ball

📍 6278 Glenwood Ave Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
🗓 Sunday, February 15th
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM

🎻 Why this night feels different:
❤️ Romantic, timeless live music
💃 Dancing that feels natural—not intimidating
🕯️ An atmosphere that invites connection

If you want a Valentine’s evening you’ll actually remember, this is the one.

👉 Tickets here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songs-of-love-valentine-ball-tickets-1981553141789

01/30/2026

No Pressure. No Awkwardness. Just a Great Night.

Valentine’s events don’t have to be loud, crowded, or uncomfortable.

This one is different.

Songs of Love Valentine Ball
📍 6278 Glenwood Ave Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
🗓 Sunday, February 15th
⏰ Starts at 5:00 PM

💫 The flow of the evening:

🥂 5:00 PM – Social hour + hors d’oeuvres
🩰 Light, welcoming social dancing
🎶 6:00 PM – Live orchestra fills the ballroom
✨ Special student performances during intermission

Elegant. Relaxed. Memorable.

👉 Save your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/songs-of-love-valentine-ball-tickets-1981553141789