Oscar Pedrinelli and Lenka Kovalcikova are returning to Albany on Saturday, March 14th. They will be covering Fleckerls in Waltz and the Bounce Fallaway in Foxtrot. Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to learn from two of the best. Further information can be found on our events page!
Third time's the charm!
Unfortunately, we had to postpone the workshops with Michael Choi because of the winter storm. He is scheduled to come this Sunday. March 1. For full details and registration information see our events page!
Michael Choi Cancelled!
Due to the blizzard in New York City and the impending winter storm locally, the MIchael Choi Workshops and lessons are cancelled for today. They will be held next Sunday, March 1 at the same time. We apologize for any inconvenience!
Michael Choi Workshops and Lessons cancelled
Due to unforseem circumstances, Michael will not be able to come to Albany tomorrow.. As a result all his workshops and lessons are cancelled. We will notify you as soon as possible when we are able to reschedule. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope you will be able to attend when Michael comes.
SAVE THE DATE!!!
Announcing the return to the Capital District of Professional Ballroom Dancer and Trainer, Ballroom Examiner, Choreographer, and owner of New York City’s Big Apple Ballroom,
Michael Choi, for a Sunday event that includes Private Lessons and Group Workshops on
February 1st, 2026.
Come and enjoy Michael’s patient and practical dance instruction at all dance levels!
Watch for further information!
Happy New Year!
The Albany NY Board of Directors wishes you a healthy and Happy New Year. Please remember that membership renewals are due at this time.
Our New Board of Directors is as follows:
Susan Nelson, Chair
Louise Giuliano, Vice-chair
Sherry Dickinson, Secretary
Ruth Lieberman Treasurer
Mabel Yung, Membership Chair
Events: Louise Giuliano
Edan Johnston, PR/Marketing co chair with Susan Nelson
Richard Wooding, camps and comps with Louise
We would love to hear from you about any suggestions you have about how we can better support your dance efforts.
CELEBRATION OF DANCE
Once again, Albany NY AIDA is pleased to be sponsoring a Celebration of Dance to be held on Saturday, November 22nd at Settle Hill Banquet Hall. The festivities will begin at 6:00 pm with cocktails and appetizers. There will be a buffet dinner followed by dancing and a silent auction. We will have dance cards and four dance hosts. DJs Paul Giuliano and Ron Barnard will keep you on your feet for an enjoyable evening of dance.
Settles hill is located at 721 Old Settles Hill Road, Altamont
The cost is $55 for AIDA and J& R Dance members,$60 for non-members.
Reservations due by November 8.
To register contact Ruth Lieberman at Ruth Lieberman or call 5518-366-6658.
Cash, Checks to ALBANY AIDA or Venmo accepted.
Lenka is Back
This Sunday, October 19th Lenka Pedrinelli will be returning to Albany. We will be holding workshops at the Giuliano Studio located 48 Huron Street, Albany, NY 12203. Lenka is a phenomenal instructor and the workshops will be valuable for all levels of dancers. The First Workshop will begin at 2:30 and the topic will be Tango Line figures, The second workshop will be on Foxtrot: LInear or Rotary and will start at 3:15. Please plan to arrive at least ten minutes early so that we can start on time. The cost is $25 for AIDA members and $30 for non-members.
Reminder: Lenka Pedrinelli will be in Albany on Sunday, March 2
Lenka Pedrinelli will be presenting two workshops for Albany NY AIDA on Sunday, March 2nd at the Giuliano Dance Studio located at 48 Huron Street, Albany, NY !2203, The first workshop will begin at 1:30 and will the topic to be covered is International Foxtrot. At 2;20, a second workshop will be offered on International Tango. The workshops will be 45 minutes. We hope to see you there!
An additional note, Lenka was scheduled to return to Albany on March 30th. Due to a scheduling conflict that workshop is now cancelled. Watch for an announcement on the new date!
SAVE THE DATE!
The Board of Directors of Albany NY AIDA is pleased to announce that we will continue our tradition of hosting a Celebration of Dance.
The date for this year’s event will be Saturday, November 22nd. Once again it will be held at Settles Hill Banquets and Events! Mark your calendars now so you don’t forget! We will send periodic updates.