Ballroom Dance Instructor
Move Through Life, Together
There's a way to profess your love for one another through movement, without words, and in a fun and entertaining way for you and your wedding guests. With 28 years of experience dancing and winner of two world titles, I started Curtsy Ballroom to help couples realize that they're not just learning steps... they’re learning how to move through life together, weaving a love story into a dance that reflects just that.
Meet Morgan
Owner / Operator/ Choreographer and Instructor of Curtsy Ballroom
Passionate about making ballroom dance available to all who are curious enough to learn.
Hi! I’m Morgan. I began Curtsy Ballroom in 2023, but have been dancing and loving all things dance for 28 years! I began competitive ballroom dancing 15 years ago while attending college, and my love for ballroom dancing never stopped. I recently just won my 2nd World Title, in Country Western Ballroom Dance. I discovered partner dancing while training at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York.
To say I love dance is an understatement. As a little girl, I started a wedding Pinterest board that turned into an obsession with everything wedding! Then I started seeing viral first dances on YouTube, and I fell in love, and the rest is history! Working with couples to create those wow moments is so rewarding.
For me, your first dance matters just as much as your vows. I know—everyone talks about the dress, the flowers, the food... but the first dance is one of the only moments where it’s just the two of you, fully present in the moment, in front of everyone you love.
I am the baby of my family. I have an older sister, our self-proclaimed “family manager,” Alyssa, whom I love dearly. My mom is an Executive at a power company, and my dad just retired from being the Vice President of a pharmaceutical company. Despite having a busy family life, my parents always made time for mine and Alyssa’s activities and hobbies. They still attend my dance competitions to this day, to support me and cheer me on! Their love, guidance, and support has helped Curtsy Ballroom to flourish.
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I am so truly honored every time someone says, “We trust you with our first dance.” It is never considered another job; each dance I’ve been entrusted with is an incredible gift to me.
- Morgan
Our lessons teach you about yourself and your partner, too!
After 28 years of dancing experience, I have made the choice to do things differently from most wedding dance teachers. My mission is, I don't just want to prepare you for a wedding dance, I want to help prepare you for marriage, too. Because, like marriage, Ballroom Dancing is also about partnership, leadership and service, communication, and giving your significant other the energy they need in order to move. The value added when taking wedding dance lessons with Curtsy Ballroom is that our ballroom lessons teach you a lot about yourself and your partner, too!
These are all tools our couples take with them in the years to follow.
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Working with Morgan was one of the best decisions we made to make our reception even more special.
We decided last minute that we wanted a more choreographed dance to show our personalities and love in our first dance. Morgan quickly came up with a routine that fit exactly what we were looking for. She made practice so much fun, and we were so excited to showcase what we’d been taught. Highly recommended to work with her if you want to feel beautiful and confident going into your dance routine!”
- Alexis J.
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Morgan is an AMAZING choreographer and a wonderful teacher.
I’ve always struggled with dancing, and it makes me nervous, but Morgan made my fiancé and I both feel so comfortable. She also gave us steps that were simple but stunning. We can’t thank her enough for helping us make our first dance beautiful.”
- Cate F.
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I highly recommend Morgan to any couple preparing for their wedding dance.
Morgan was highly responsive from the very first time I reached out to her. My fiancé and I just had our first lesson with her, and she did an outstanding job teaching us. She made the lesson easy, fun, and intuitive. We were able to pick up the steps/choreography quickly (including a lift!) because of her exceptional instruction.
- DeAndra M.
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If you have found yourself here reading through all the five star reviews Morgan has, look no further because you have found the most talented professional choreographer and dance instructor.
I was once in your shoes looking for an instructor who can give my husband and I our Dancing with the Stars moment. Morgan delivered! My husband and I had no prior dance experience and in five lessons, Morgan taught us the foundation of ballroom dancing and all the dips, spins and lifts that truly "WOWED" our guests. The roar of applause we heard was nothing I had ever experienced before and it was all thanks to Morgan for preparing us for that moment in the spotlight. Words cannot express the immense joy and pride I felt of knowing how far we had come and thinking "yes we just nailed that." Our first dance was the highlight of our wedding and will be a memory I cherish forever.
- Sarah R.
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We cannot recommend Morgan enough! We loved the dance she created for us and made it feel like “us”.
She was lovely to work with always timely and ready to go. She is amazing and if you get the chance to work with her, consider yourself lucky!!!! People kept coming up to us during our big day saying how much they loved our dance!
- Robert S.
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Morgan was great to work with and made all of our lessons so fun.
I am a dancer but my fiancee is not, so she helped bring my vision to life and also helped him learn a lot of steps! She was professional and thorough, giving us things to consider about our wedding dance we had not thought of. Would highly recommend!
- Scott T.
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Dress Rehearsals
I like to host a dress rehearsal for my couples about 2 weeks before the wedding date. I will provide a wedding dress in your size, so that the couple becomes comfortable performing their customized dance in a wedding dress and suit jacket (tuxedo). These little touches make a big difference!
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Not Just Nashville
Whether you're in Nashville or across the country, Curtsy Ballroom will travel with you or to you, creating a seamless dance experience.
(additional fee for travel)
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Active Communication
At Curtsy Ballroom, we communicate with your wedding team. We reach out to your seamstress to make sure your bustle is reinforced. Actively communicate with wedding planners and entertainment vendors so all parties know when the couple will be taking their first dance, when to start and stop, or fade the music. We also make sure photographers and videographers are aware of the best places for pictures and videos, ensuring the best angles for your first dance.
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No Cookie-Cutter
Steps or
Choreography Here
Fully integrating my ballroom and various dance styles (ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop) and training into your personally choreographed dance, making it forever your dance and your vibe. And your guests will love it, too! The personalized choreography and dress rehearsals will leave you feeling confident and connected, and completely present in the special moment, every step of the way.
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I’m Always a Part of Your Team
After your wedding takes place, and you’ve danced your first wedding dance, I am still involved and part of your team. My studio even hosts date nights for former client couples! It’s a great way to keep in touch while meeting other Curtsy Ballroom family members!
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An Expression of Your Vows Through Movement
In addition to dance, I also love science. And there is a science to dance and movement. As a former molecular virologist with multiple specializations, including physics. I use my scientific knowledge to talk about body mechanics and teach couples how to leverage each other's hand connection to create different shapes, linear, rotational, or otherwise. We talk a lot about things like counterweight. Discussions like this are one of the reasons why my couples can progress so quickly and do amazing tricks that look difficult, but once you know the science behind it, the movements are easier to execute. In ballroom dance, and any partner dance, neither person is creating their own momentum from zero; It is a partnership, a give and take. I also liken this to relationships!
I want to break the cycle of the first wedding dance translating to an eighth-grade dance homecoming sway.
I truly believe the first dance should be intentional and reflect your love story. It’s an expression of your vows without words, and through movement.
"If you are debating on getting a choreographed first dance, DO IT!"
Morgan is absolutely amazing! It will be something we will always remember and was such a bonding experience for my husband and I during planning. Morgan was so patient and understanding when teaching us dance moves. My husband is not much of a dancer, and she was able to provide moves that he felt comfortable and confident in performing! I would recommend her 10,000 times over, and thank you, Morgan!”
- Delaney R.
"Morgan taught us the foundation of ballroom dancing and all the dips, spins and lifts that truly "WOWED" our guests.
The roar of applause we heard was nothing I had ever experienced before and it was all thanks to Morgan for preparing us for that moment in the spotlight. Words cannot express the immense joy and pride I felt of knowing how far we had come and thinking "yes we just nailed that."
- Sarah R.
"Our first dance was one of the absolute highlights of both the planning process and our wedding day!
Performing it was so much fun, and our guests absolutely LOVED it. Morgan was incredible—super helpful, flexible with our schedule, and so much fun to work with. She really knows her stuff when it comes to dance. We 100% recommend her to anyone looking to make their first dance extra special!"
- Harley L.
"Our dance was a massive hit with our guests. Several of them have continued to talk about how much they loved it!
Every session we had with her was SO much fun! We loved making a date night out of our dance lessons and building excitement for the big day. Morgan absolutely lived up to her promise of "dress-proof dances" because we were able to execute the entire dance without tripping on my bustled dress. Thank you so much for creating such a special part of our day!!"
- Emily C.
"Our first dance was absolutely incredible and we have Morgan at Curtsy Ballroom to thank for it!"
We reached out to Morgan with only a few weeks until the wedding, and in only a few lessons she taught us to spin, dip, foxy, and twirl confidently around the dance floor. Most importantly, Morgan choreographed a routine that matched the words of our song perfectly. It was an absolutely beautiful and meaningful part of our night, and our friends and family loved the surprise! Throughout all of our lessons, Morgan was endlessly friendly, patient, and kind as we learned the dance. We found ourselves looking forward to each lesson as a calm respite from the whirlwind of wedding preparation."
- Wesley K.
Personally Choreographed Dances, Making An Unforgettable Wedding Memory
I'm your dance teacher, mentor, and new BFF!
I plan contingencies upon contingencies so that mistakes cannot happen on your special day. I do not do cookie-cutter waltz dances. Your first dance at your wedding will be personally tailored to you both as a couple, and telling your love story on the dance floor, all while truly having one of the best times of your life! I’d love to hear from you!
