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Nolan Wayne - Dance Instructor in Austin, TX

Meet Nolan

Hi, I'm Nolan Wayne, a professional dancer and instructor in Austin. I've spent over 10 years competing and teaching different dance styles, including Ballroom, Country, Swing, and more. I've also danced several years in Dancing with the Stars Austin, a Center for Child Protection charity fundraiser that's raised over $2 million annually for kids in the Austin area.

The students I love teaching most are the ones who walk in convinced they have no rhythm at all. If you've never taken a lesson, never had a partner, or just always wanted to learn, you're in the right place. I keep things relaxed and work at your pace, and break everything down into simple steps. I think dancing should be fun, so my main focus is making sure you have a great time.

I teach all of my students with patience and zero judgment, regardless of gender or orientation. Come as you are, and let's get you moving.

Let's Talk

Styles I Teach

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Pick a style that excites you, or tell me what you'd like to learn and we'll find the right fit. Most students start with zero experience.

Ballroom

Beginner & Social Friendly

Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, and more. Elegant, classic, and a wonderful place to start if you've never danced. We'll build your fundamentals one step at a time.

Country

Beginner to Advanced

Two-step, country waltz, and Texas dance-hall favorites. Great for first-timers, and since I competed at the top levels of country-western, I can also take social and experienced dancers to the next level.

Swing

Beginner & Social Friendly

Bouncy, playful, and a blast at any party. East Coast Swing and nightclub favorites that get you comfortable leading or following on a social floor.

All Dancers Welcome LGBTQ+ Friendly

See It in Action

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A little country-western, from the social floor to the competition stage.

Social Floor Country & swing, just for the fun of it
Competition On stage at the UCWDC
Nolan dipping his partner on the dance floor at a country dance hall
1st Place, Advanced Two-Step Jack & Jill Ask Me To Dance Wild West Competition, Cedar Park, TX
Nolan with fellow competitors holding their prize belt buckles after a country-western dance competition
1st Place, Advanced Two-Step Strictly Ask Me To Dance Wild West Competition, Cedar Park, TX

How It Works

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Three simple steps from "I can't dance" to actually dancing

1

Reach Out

Share what you'd like to learn and where you're starting from. No experience needed, it's where most students begin. From there, you'll settle on a style and a goal for your lessons.

2

Learn

Lessons build on the fundamentals at your pace, broken into simple, manageable steps. Every session stays low-pressure and fun, and you'll leave with practice videos to take home.

3

Dance

Before long you'll be moving with real confidence, ready for a night out, a social floor, an event, or just the joy of finally being able to dance.

From My Students

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From first lessons to the social floor

★★★★★

"Could barely keep a beat when I started. A few lessons in and I'm two-stepping no problem. Nolan never made me feel dumb for messing up."

Daniel | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"I had wanted to learn for years but kept talking myself out of it. I am so glad I finally reached out. Every lesson is relaxed and encouraging, and I genuinely look forward to them all week. Thank you for making it so easy to begin."

Megan | Cedar Park, TX
★★★★★

"Already danced country socially and wanted to get better. Nolan competed at a high level and it shows. He cleaned up my technique and it's still a good time. Highly recommend."

Carlos | Round Rock, TX
★★★★★

"Took swing lessons together just for fun. We laughed the whole time and somehow actually learned to dance. Great for total beginners."

Sam & Alex | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"Could barely keep a beat before, now it's easy. Loved working with Nolan."

Ryan | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"Never danced a step before. A few months in and I'm the one pulling people onto the floor at weddings. Really patient teacher and it never feels like work."

Michelle Tran | Cedar Park, TX
★★★★★

"honestly the most fun hour of my week."

Sofia | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"My girlfriend dragged me to a first lesson and I figured I'd hate it. Now it's the highlight of my week. Nolan's super laid back about the whole thing."

Kevin Boyd | Round Rock, TX
★★★★★

"Zero judgment, all fun. Exactly what I needed."

Marcus | Pflugerville, TX
★★★★★

"I'm in my 60s and had convinced myself I'd missed my chance to ever learn to dance. Nolan proved me wrong. He comes right to my house, is endlessly patient, and I leave every single lesson in a better mood than I arrived. I truly cannot thank him enough."

Linda | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"We do date-night lessons now and it's the best thing we've added to our week. Great if you want something to do together besides dinner and a movie."

Nina & Pete | Leander, TX
★★★★★

"I get anxious in groups so we do my lessons over video from my living room. Figured it'd be awkward and it really wasn't. Wish I'd started sooner."

Jordan Reyes | Austin, TX
★★★★★

"honestly cannot believe i waited this long to try. so glad i finally did."

Carla | Buda, TX
★★★★★

"Booked a few lessons before a friend's wedding so I wouldn't look lost. Ended up dancing all night. Nolan gives you just enough to feel good out there."

Tyler | Georgetown, TX

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Common Questions

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Everything you need to know before your first lesson

More than okay, it's my specialty. The vast majority of my students start with zero experience. I break every move into simple, manageable steps and we go entirely at your pace. You don't need rhythm, coordination, or any background. You just need to show up.

Nope! I teach plenty of solo students, and you can learn to lead or follow without bringing anyone along. If you do have a partner you'd like to learn with, that's great too. Either way works.

Whatever excites you most! Country two-step is a fantastic, fun entry point here in Texas. Ballroom is wonderful if you love something classic and elegant, and swing is hard to beat for pure fun. Not sure? Tell me what you enjoy and I'll recommend a great starting point.

Absolutely, especially in country-western, where I competed at the top levels. If you already social dance, I can refine your technique, expand your move vocabulary, and sharpen your styling. Swing and ballroom lessons can be tailored to intermediate dancers as well.

It depends on your goals. A few lessons are enough to get comfortable with the basics of a style, while ongoing weekly lessons are great if you want to keep growing. There's no required package. We'll figure out a rhythm that fits your goals and budget.

Your choice: in-home (I come to you), at a partner studio across Austin with professional floors and mirrors, or virtually over video if you're not local. Whatever's most comfortable and convenient for you.

Lesson Pricing

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Simple, flexible pricing. Book a single lesson to try it out, or keep them going as long as you're having fun.

Lessons starting at

$90 / 45 min

What's Included

  • Patient, step-by-step instruction built for beginners
  • Lessons in Ballroom, Country, Swing, and more
  • Lead or follow, with or without a partner
  • Practice videos to take home
  • Flexible scheduling around your life
  • A low-pressure, genuinely fun experience

Lessons Your Way

In-Home

I come to you. Learn in the comfort and privacy of your own space.

Studio

Professional floors and mirrors at partner studios across Austin.

Virtual

Not local? No problem. I've taught students from around the world via video.

All Dancers Welcome LGBTQ+ Friendly

Curious but nervous? That's the perfect time to start. Reach out and we'll plan a first lesson around whatever you'd like to learn.

Get Started

Let's Get You Dancing

Ready to take your first lesson, or just have a few questions? Tell me what you'd like to learn and where you're starting from. There's no such thing as too much of a beginner here.

Based in Austin, TX. Available worldwide via virtual lessons.

Response time: I typically respond within 24 hours.