Coach Kato Classes
Professional lessons are the fastest and most affordable way to level up your dancing! With multiple experience levels and student-friendly rates, it’s easy to find a class that fits your schedule this semester. Not sure if professional lessons are right for you? Try one free trial lesson — no commitment. If you decide to continue, payment is due before your next class.
Class Structure
If you’re unsure about which class(es) to take, please refer to How to Find The Right Class For You, chat with a member of the Executive Board, or send us an email at illinidance@gmail.com. If you have previous dance experience and dance at a level higher than silver, please reach out to see what options are available for you!
Newcomer
The Newcomer class is for those with little to no previous dance experience. It is recommended that team members take at least two semesters of Newcomer classes (with the second semester being taken simultaneously with the Bronze class).
Lesson Time: Sunday’s from 7-8PM starting 02/08/2026
Total No. of Lessons: 10
Dances Covered: Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Jive. Additional dances may be taught depending on progress throughout the semester.
Bronze
This class is intended for those who have already taken one or two semesters of the Newcomer level (or equivalent). Basic Newcomer figures/footwork may be briefly reviewed near the beginning of the semester, but will not be covered at this level.
Lesson Time: Sunday’s from 8-9PM starting 02/08/2026
Total No. of Lessons: 10
Dances Covered: Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Foxtrot, Rumba, Cha Cha, Jive, Samba. Additional dances may be taught depending on progress throughout the semester.
Silver
This class is intended for more experienced dancers and will cover Silver-level figures and technique.
Lesson Time: Sunday’s from 9-10PM starting 02/08/2026
Total No. of Lessons: 10
Dances Covered: Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz, Rumba, Cha Cha, Jive, and Samba.
Payment Plans
| Lump Sum Payment | Drop-In Payment |
|---|---|
| $100.00 (1 level), $120.00 (2 levels), $140.00 (3 levels) | $15.00 per class |
Payment Due Date
Lump sum payments are due after participating in your trial period lesson and prior to participating in your second professional-taught lesson.
Drop-in payments are due after participating in your trial period lesson and prior to participating in any additional professional-taught lesson.
Payment Methods
Zelle, check, or cash are the preferred payment methods as there are no transaction fees. Please send Zelle payments to ‘Illini Dancesport Team’ or search on Zelle for the ‘illinidance@gmail.com’ email. Checks can be made out to ‘Illini Dancesport Team’ with the memo ‘Spring 2026 Class Registration’. If paying via check or cash, please bring payment to the lesson and submit to a member of the Executive Board. If you are unable to pay via these methods, please email our Treasurer to discuss alternative options.
General Payment Policies
Flexible Due Dates
If you are unable to pay at the preferred payment date listed above, please speak with our Treasurer or email us to discuss flexible payment dates.
Switching Payment Plans
At any point in the semester, you may switch your drop-in payment plan to the semester-based payment plan and the Treasurer will credit previous per class payments to the semester-based rate of your choice. If the per class credit is less than or equal to the semester-based rate, the difference is due the following Sunday. If the per class credit is greater than the semester-based rate of your choice, Illini Dancesport is unable to refund the difference. Please speak with our Treasurer or email us if you are interested in switching payment plans.
Refund Policy
We currently do not offer refunds unless there was an accounting error and accidentally overcharged for your lesson plan. To find the most affordable rates and payment plan based on your individual needs, please speak with our Treasurer, a member of the Executive Board, or email us.