Where Top Studio Meets Top Teacher!

Innovative Dancesport offer classes for social dancers of all levels in styles such as salsa, cha cha, swing, waltz, foxtrot, tango, and more. Michael Rodriguez began his dance journey in 1985. He has taught in Florida, Tennessee, and New Jersey before returning to Long Island, where he has achieved his greatest success.

Michael Rodríguez

LONG ISLAND’S RENOWNED DANCE INSTRUCTOR

Michael Rodriguez is the esteemed owner and head instructor of Innovative DanceSport, the top-ranked competitive ballroom dance studio on Long Island. With over 22 years of dedication to his studio, Michael has built a successful dance hub offering private and group instruction in all ballroom and Latin dance categories.

Michael’s studio has flourished over the past five years, driven by word-of-mouth recommendations rather than advertising. He is deeply committed to his students, whom he considers part of his family, and takes great pride in managing a successful business. Michael’s dedication extends beyond the dance floor; he is passionate about supporting others in improving their health and well-being through dance and fitness.

Michael’s accolades as a dance instructor
are impressive

TOP TEACHER

At the Stardust Ball Competition from 1997 to 2005

TOP TEACHER

At the Kings Ball in 2000

TOP TEACHER

At the New York Dance Festival from 2005 to 2011

TOP TEACHER

At the Royal Dance Sport Challenge in 2012 and 2013

TOP STUDIO

Consistently recognized at every prestigious event

Achieve Dance Excellence

Learn from the Studio Recognized as the Best!

The students of Innovative Dancesport, ranging from professional and amateur competitors to performers and social dancers of all levels, have achieved remarkable success under Michael’s guidance. They have received numerous recognition awards and scholarships, particularly in the Top Student, Top Junior Student, and American Rhythm and American Smooth Pro/Amateur scholarship categories at various local ballroom dancing competitions.

Innovative Dancesport offers classes for social dancers, from beginner to advanced, in a variety of styles including salsa, cha cha, swing, waltz, foxtrot, tango, and many other ballroom dances. Michael’s journey in dance began in 1985. Since then, Michael has taught in Florida, Tennessee, and New Jersey, before returning to Long Island where he has achieved his greatest success.
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Moments of Elegance and Joy

Ballroom Highlights

Choose your plan

beginner package

PACKAGE A

$240

PACKAGE B

$750

PACKAGE C

$400

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5 Fifth Ave (Second Floor), Bay Shore, NY 11706
(516) 885-5740