Wilson Dance Studio

Holland, 436 Washington Ave, Holland, MI 49423 | ★ 4.6 (28 Review)

📞 +1 616-990-7688

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Here at Wilson Dance Studio, we offer ballroom dance lessons to a variety of students: from beginners that think they can't dance, to advanced students looking to compete. Click the button above to find out what more we can offer you.

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Cole Nyboer

★ 5

My wife and I took dance lessons here mostly to prepare for our first dance at our wedding, and overall our experience was excellent. We got a package for 10 lessons, as well as one additional individual lesson, and everything went really well. Walker is a very good teacher, and very easy to work with. Each lesson was very well planned, and got us from having no dance experience whatsoever to feeling confident and comfortable with our dance routine for the day of. Communication and scheduling were always smooth and straight forward, and both my wife and I ended up having a ton of fun learning to dance and practicing. We practiced multiple types of dancing as well; a waltz for our first dance and also some more casual types of dancing we could use on our honeymoon (and actually were able to, which was a lot of fun for my wife and I). Overall we’re very happy we did this and had a great experience. We would highly recommend Wilson Dance Studio for anything from lessons to practice for a routine at an event like a wedding, or just as a fun activity for couples to do together.

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Grace Mekkes-Nyboer

★ 5

My now-husband and I took dance lessons in preparation for our first dance at our wedding. We wanted something doable but choreographed; we knew we'd hate awkwardly swaying and we wanted to enjoy our first dance and look okay doing it. We had a package for 10 lessons and it was perfect, and better than we even expected. We learned our first dance by heart so that on wedding day we truly felt confident, and all of our guests really enjoyed our dance. We still feel really happy and proud when we think about it!
Walker designed the perfect routine to the song that we wanted, with the amount of movement/skill that we wanted, and he also adjusted the speed to make it smooth. Neither my husband or I had any previous dancing experience, we were both nervous, and neither of us are natural dancers, to say the least. Walker made us feel comfortable though, we never felt like we were being left behind, and we ended up looking forward to dance lessons every week. It was one thing in the wedding planning process that allowed us to just have fun together, just for us.
Not only did we have a great first dance at our wedding, but we learned some other dance moves like Bachata that we used on our honeymoon in the Dominican too, which was awesome! We can now dance more comfortably in a few different types of scenarios. It was incredibly worth it to learn to dance here.

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Areal Vanden Akker

★ 5

My husband and I took dance lessons from Walker for our first dance. My husband usually does not feel comfortable dancing at all, but with Walker was a different story! He was easy to be around, a great teacher, and we truly enjoyed our lessons. Not only that, but we went from feeling nervous/awkward about our first dance to enjoying every second!! I would highly recommend Wilson Dance Studio for any couple looking to feel confident for their first dance.

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Angela Burch

★ 5

My husband and I take weekly private lessons with Walker. With three young children and two full time jobs, I imagine a lot of people would feel they are too busy to take lessons. But honestly, our lessons are a high point of every week for us. Walker is smart, creative, fun and an EXCELLENT teacher. He can tailor your lessons to exactly what you want - whether it's dancing for fun/exercise or wanting to build enough skills to dance competitively - our ultimate goal! We are huge fans of Wilson Dance Studio.
And for what it's worth - any of the 1 star reviews on this site are MISLEADING - they were placed inappropriately by a person trying to bully the studio.

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Tina Bassett

★ 5

Our family has been part of this studio since last August, and I can honestly say it has been life-changing. My three teenagers dove into ballroom here, and what started as an experiment quickly became a deep passion—thanks in large part to Walker, the studio's owner and lead instructor.

Walker strikes the perfect balance between professional and approachable. His kind, thoughtful teaching style encourages growth while keeping things light and fun. My 13-year-old son, who’s homeschooled and has never been into sports, found something incredibly special here. He’s not only learned to dance, he’s found a mentor in Walker and a community that truly sees and supports him. That kind of influence is hard to come by, and I’m so grateful for it.

My oldest daughter has completely fallen in love with ballroom and is now planning to become a ballroom dance teacher herself. Even though we’re moving out of state, we’ve already decided to fly her back regularly for teaching apprenticeships, and we will absolutely be returning as a family for major events and competitions.

My youngest daughter, who is incredibly shy and struggles with anxiety, has absolutely bloomed during her time here. She started silent and hesitant, and through Walker’s kind, but insistent, encouragement, she has come out of her shell. He has a knack for knowing when to push and when to give her space. We were shocked that she asked to perform a spotlight dance last month, and man, did she rock it! Her grin was ear-to-ear, and my mama heart was so filled to overflowing at the growth I have seen in her due to her time here.

My husband took a few dance lessons to learn the basics, and I started back up a lifetime love of dance that had taken a 20-year hiatus, so dance has become a family affair. While there aren't many teens dancing here yet, the adult students have been nothing but warm and welcoming. At every group class and social dance party, my kids have felt accepted, respected, and encouraged. This entire studio truly feels like family.

At first glance, private lesson pricing may seem steep, but we feel it’s actually a really great value. You can attend any group class at your level (or below, and I definitely recommend doing both!) and the weekly social dance parties are included, too (themed parties with dress-up opportunities!!). The group classes are especially helpful for picking up new steps and refining your technique. I’ve learned dances in group lessons that we just didn’t have time to cover in private lessons, so they’re absolutely worth it.

I also love Walker’s approach to teaching. He introduces new material in social settings so it feels fun (throwing a curveball in the middle of a social dance!!), and then you get to really dig in during your private lessons. His teaching style is clear, encouraging, and full of humor.

Dance here isn’t just about movement. It’s about joy, growth, connection, and yes, a serious workout. We leave sweaty, winded, and absolutely uplifted every time. Walker's ability to lead and teach with excellence, humor, and heart makes every session a blast.

I cannot recommend this studio enough. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an aspiring competitor, this is a place where you’ll feel seen, challenged, and part of something special. We may be moving away, but this studio is home. 💃🕺

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Amanda Tenbrink

★ 5

We were looking to celebrate our 25th anniversary and wanted to have a dance. We have zero experience with dancing in our late 40s and Walker did such a great job teaching us from the ground up. All of the instructors were so professional and helpful and made us feel really confident in dancing and what was possible. We enjoyed it so much we are going to keep dancing even after our event. We highly recommend this for couples of all ages!

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Steven Whittington

★ 5

Wilson Dance Studio is a dance studio that pulls you in on day one - young or old, two left feet or years of experience. Walker does much more than teach - his style removes your barriers and gets you excited for more. His innovative programming gives you the opportunity to stretch yourself in small or not so small ways!

Finally, and most importantly, we brought our son and future daughter- in- law for a single lesson in advance of their wedding. Fear to feeling confident and ALL smiles in just an hour.

Thanks Walker!

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Melinda

★ 5

We’ve been taking lessons with Walker for over a year and have had an excellent experience - building skills, burning calories, and having fun as a couple! We’ve taken lessons with some great studios in multiple cities and Wilson Dance Studio is best of all of them! The studio builds individual skills and self confidence in students, as well as an incredible community of people, ranging from young teens to senior adults, and singles to couples to families.

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Jade (Lydia Paige)

★ 5

Did a group ball room dancing class here quite a while ago and it was super fun! The instructor was great and we all learned something.

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Taylor Holland

★ 5

Walker made my first dance lesson very comfortable and very enjoyable!! He was very encouraging and positive. Would recommend Wilson Dance Studio to everyone!

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Zach Whittington

★ 5

My fiancé and I were nervous to practice our first dance as we had never had a dance lesson before and Walker made us feel comfortable, confident and we enjoyed every second of our 1.5 hour lesson. I highly recommended this studio and, if not for the fact that I live 5 hours away, I certainly would be subscribing to weekly lessons! Walker gave us an entire routine for our wedding and has inspired us to keep dancing. 6 stars!
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

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Zack & Carley Collins

★ 1

Would not recommend for a wedding dance. Quite expensive. Other options in the area with better schedules and prices.

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Carley Dziewicki

★ 1

Very concerning environment, especially for young women. Not professional or appropriate. Instructor was too flirtatious and inappropriate, I did not feel comfortable there.

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lily

★ 5

THE BEST EXPERIENCE IVE EVER HAD!! Walker is such a great teacher, and i’m so glad that i’ve joined. The dance studio is such a big part of my life thanks to the staff and other students. Perfect place to take lessons!!

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Brian Burch

★ 5

Hard to believe that my wife and I have been ballroom dancing with Walker Wilson as our instructor for more than six years. He has built a growing community of social dancing in Holland, and it has become one of our favorite ways to spend time together. Walker's approach builds a health lifestyle--physical fitness, mental acuity and (for guys) leadership. I HIGHLY recommend dancing with your spouse (even if you don't think you're very good). It's fun and a great way to keep the two of you connected and communicating with each other.

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Semi775

★ 5

Great dance studio in the heart of Holland! Thank you for teaching me to dance!

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Rachel Hernandez

★ 5

I started taking lessons to feel more confident for a wedding. Walker is such an awesome teacher. He made learning so easy and fun, I continue taking lessons today! I highly recommend lessons with Walker if you have an event to practice for or are just curious about dance!

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Danielle Wray

★ 5

I wasn't sure what to expect at my first lesson, and let me tell you—it was amazing!! I have fallen in love with ballroom dancing. Walker is an excellent instructor. He is patient, encouraging, and makes you feel really comfortable trying new things. Taking lessons at the studio was the best decision I've made. My whole family takes lessons now, and we love it. The extra bonus is that this is way more fun than going to the gym!

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Zachary Collins

★ 1

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Christopher Bajema

★ 5

Walker was the best. He trained us for our father-daughter dance. We had fun at the sessions and it was a highlight that night. Great lasting memory. Thank You Walker.

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Christine Randall

★ 5

Walker is so patient and encouraging. I have become a good dancer! I never knew there were so many different kinds of dances. He pretty much knows them all and can increase your skills immensely. I now feel graceful and have increased confidence. My husband has been taking lessons here as well and now we can go to social events and dance together. It’s so much fun! Very challenging but so worth it!

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vaughn herter

★ 5

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T-Bones Medium-Rare Jeff Carroll

★ 5

Walker can help make anyone a great dancer. He is kind, energetic, and flexible. He is one of the best.

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Katherine cheyne

★ 5

Wilson Dance Studio is amazing. The instructors are kind and so talented. Our instructor met us where we were at with our dance skills and taught us what we needed to know for an awesome first dance at our wedding. We not only learned our choreographed dance, but we also learned other social dances/moves that we will be able use forever. Dancing with my husband is one of my favorite things and Wilson Dance Studio gave us the skills to be confident to walk on any dance floor.

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Katelyn Kring

★ 5

Walker was the best dance instructor! We took one 30 minute lesson, one week before our wedding. My husband and I both have 2 left feet, but Walker made it easy and fun to learn the box step and twirl. Taking the lesson helped get rid of any jitters before our first dance at our reception! It was money well spent and so much fun!

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Anne VanderMey

★ 5

Great lesson!!

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Matt Latham

★ 5

I rented the studio space to host a surprise birthday party for my wife. The room was perfectly sized for our group, they were able to provide great tables and seating, and they were very flexible working around my schedule to get the surprise just right! Thanks so much for helping to make the party great!

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Jessica Wilson

★ 5

Walker is an incredible dance teacher. He takes passion in what he does and tailors his lesson to what each of his students needs and desires. If you think you can’t dance, you’re wrong and Walker will teach you the tools you need to get there. Don’t hesitate to reach out to him to find out more.

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