Before You Begin: Everything You Need to Know
Welcome to Dance Life! We're so glad you're here. We’ve gathered the most commonly asked questions, so you can know what you’re jumping into. Feel free to skim the bold headings or skip to the sections that interest you most!
Ready to Take a Class?
All of our classes are offered in person, and some also have a livestream option if you'd rather dance from home. Classes are between 45 and 60 minutes long, and you can begin at any point—there's no need to wait for the start of a new session.
You can register for classes right up until class begins, and you're also welcome to walk in without registering for in-person classes if you decide to join us at the last minute.
View our schedule for a complete listing of classes, times, descriptions and difficulty levels.
If you have questions and want talk to a real person, you can reach out to us on the chatbox, call or text us at 608-616-9440, or email us here.
Which Class Format Is Right for You?
In Person
Our in-person classes are perfect for students who enjoy learning alongside others, receiving hands-on feedback, and building a consistent dance practice. They're also a wonderful way to meet new people and become part of the Dance Life community.
Livestream
Want to dance from home? Livestream classes allow you to participate live alongside the studio. You'll still be able to ask questions and receive technique corrections, but you also have the option to leave your camera turned off if you'd rather not be seen.
On Demand
Looking for maximum flexibility?
Arielle's classes are also available on demand through our Teachable library. You'll have access to:
Belly Dance Fundamentals
Belly Dance Level Up
Burlesque Fundamentals
A growing library of tutorials
Three new recorded classes are added every week, allowing you to dance whenever it's convenient, from anywhere in the world.
Signing Up for Classes
Registering is easy!
If this is your first time signing up, allow about 10 minutes to:
Create your Vagaro account
Fill out your waiver
Choose your class(es)
Complete your payment
After that, future registrations typically take less than a minute.
Need Help?
Technology is a bitch sometimes, let us help!
We'll gladly:
Create your Vagaro account for you
Register you for classes
Send you an invoice
Help you get Zoom working on your devices
Answer any questions along the way
Simply open up the chatbox and let us know which classes you'd like to attend. We'll take care of the rest.
Step-by-Step Registration Instructions
We recommend registering on a desktop or tablet whenever possible.
If you're using a mobile device, we highly recommend downloading the free Vagaro app from your app store. The mobile browser version can be buggy, particularly on Apple devices.
Step 1
Visit Vagaro and search for Dance Life in Madison, Wisconsin.
Or, head directly to our online booking page.
Step 2
If you're purchasing a class package or Unlimited Month, purchase that first by selecting Packages.
Step 3
Create a Vagaro account (or sign in using your Google, Apple, or Facebook account).
Be sure to keep track of your Vagaro login information. You'll use it to:
Register for future classes
View your class history
Track remaining classes on your package
Access receipts
Receive livestream links
We recommend using an email address that you check regularly.
Step 4
Return to the class schedule.
Step 5
Select the week you'd like to begin.
Step 6
Choose the class you'd like to attend.
Step 7
Select 1 Session to register for a single class.
A pop-up window will allow you to increase the number of sessions if you'd like to register for multiple weeks at once.
Step 8
Choose either:
At Business for in-person classes
Livestream for online attendance
Step 9
Add the class to your cart.
Repeat these steps if you'd like to register for additional classes.
Step 10
Complete checkout.
If you've already purchased a package, Vagaro will apply it at the end of your registration.
Helpful Things to Know
Start Anytime
Our classes are ongoing, so you don't need to wait for the beginning of a session. Simply choose the class level that's right for you and jump in!
Our classes are tiered from Beginner through Advanced. If you're unsure where to start, check out our FAQ page or reach out—we're happy to help.
Class Packages
You're welcome to register one class at a time, or sign up for multiple weeks in advance.
If you're planning to attend two or more classes each week, our Unlimited Month option is usually the best value.
Cancellations
You may cancel your registration up to 2 hours before class for a full refund.
Unfortunately, we can't offer refunds for missed classes or no-shows, so please only register for classes you're confident you'll be able to attend.
In-Person Class Information
If you're attending in person, be sure to keep an eye on your inbox for our welcome email. It includes directions to the studio, parking information, and everything you'll need for your first visit.
Wondering what to wear or what to bring?
Our FAQ page answers many common questions about preparing for your first class.
Remember—you can register ahead of time or simply walk in before class begins.
Livestream Class Information
To attend online, simply select Livestream when registering in Vagaro.
About 10–15 minutes before class, you'll receive an email from the Dance Life team containing your Zoom link. Please be sure we have an email address you use on file to receive these!
Please ignore the Zoom link sent automatically by Vagaro. Unfortunately, those links don't work, and we aren't able to disable those emails.
If you haven't received your Dance Life email by 5 minutes before class, or if you're having any trouble getting connected, please call, text, or email us. We'll get you dancing as quickly as possible.
Zoom Passcode
The passcode for all livestream classes is:
12345678
Your First Livestream
We recommend logging in 10–15 minutes early for your first online class to make sure everything is working correctly.
If you've never used Zoom before, we'd be happy to help you get set up—or even walk you through connecting Zoom to your TV.
Just reach out!
Internet Recommendations
For the smoothest experience, we recommend:
Using an ethernet cable whenever possible
A minimum upload speed of 3 Mbps
If your internet connection is slower, turning your camera off during class can often improve the quality of the instructor's video.
On-Demand Classes
Prefer learning on your own schedule?
All of Arielle's recorded programs are available through our Teachable platform for one low monthly membership.
You'll receive unlimited access to:
Belly Dance Fundamentals
Belly Dance Level Up
Burlesque Fundamentals
A growing tutorial library
New classes are added every week, so there's always something new to learn.
You can even try a free class before joining. Click here to be taken to Teachable to sign up!
Questions?
We're always happy to help.
If you're unsure which class is right for you, need help registering, or run into any technical issues, don't hesitate to reach out.
You can contact us through:
The chat box on our website
Call or text us at 608-616-9440
We love helping new students get started, and we can't wait to dance with you!
Ready to Join Us?
Head on over to our Vagaro Booking page to get started for livestream and in person classes, or head to our Teachable page for on demand classes!