Jean Marc Genereux

"Diana has changed so many lives and is determined to empower women."

I know Diana very well. She's edgy, she's passionate, a great business women but one of the most important qualities she has is that she's sensitive...and when you are sensitive and genuine you get to people and you know how to listen too so you can truly help. I have seen her in so many capacities! Student, Teacher, Dancesport Competitor, Studio Owner, Competition Organizer, National Judge, Mother and a leader in the dancing business! She has changed so many lives and is determined to empower women.

Jean Marc was Diana's coach and appears on Dancing With the Stars France, SYTYCD and Revolution.

Julia Harnett

Diana taught me some of the most important foundations of Latin Dancesport. The principles of partnership connection as well as learning how to unleash my inner fearless performer, are treasures I use to this day. Thank You Miss Di! (photo credit: jontaylorohoto).

Julia is professional actress and dancer in film, television and on Broadway. She currently lives in NYC!

Jeannie

"Miss Di provided me a platform where I could express my inner Goddess."

“When asked to write a testimonial, I sat staring at this blank page for a few hours, wondering what to say, how to share my amazing and remarkable 13 years of experience with Miss Di. So many memories came flooding back - from my first class and how shy I was - to still being able to dance online because we could not be in the studio and in person. Dance has become a part of who I am. I initially was motivated to dance because of the exercise that my body so dearly needed but it turns out it became a big part of my world! Miss Di provided me a platform where I could express my inner Goddess.  She always encouraged me to take risks and challenge myself because she believed in me unconditionally.

 In our new world and reality, Miss Di has shown the way to provide dance and to reach women around the world.  In Miss Di's presence, you will learn, be inspired, get fit, and find your inner Goddess!"

Donna

"Miss Di has helped me dig deep and find the extroverted warrior Wonder Woman performer inside of me! What a Blast!"

I have had the absolute privilege of being coached by Diana my entire 14 year pro-am Ballroom dance career. Diana’s influence began with me questioning “how can I be a better dancer and performer when I’m competing”. She's also a technical wizard, whether its just learning the basics or really digging into the smallest detail, she has the patience and determination to tailor her instruction to your ability.

Miss Di also has the skill to help me bring that something extra to my routines that amps up the story-telling and performance level. I call that “Di-ification”.  Sometimes it can be as simple as helping you visualize how a certain step, dance or character should feel so your personality can really shine through. Sometimes it means pulling you kicking, screaming, scratching and clawing your way out of your comfort zone and helping you unleash the confidence you didn’t know you had.  Her approach isn’t “one size fits all”.  She recognizes that everyone is different, with different personalities, life experiences and skill levels.  She is very sensitive to how that can have a huge impact on the confidence you have.

Huban

"Thanks to Di at the very young age of 66 I feel like an amazing dancer!"

To release the stress of raising my twin sons as a single mom I started Ballroom dancing, and it became my passion. In 2015, I had an accident and crushed  the bones in my right arm, I was told that I would never dance again. In 2016 I left a message for Miss Di asking to try Burlesque, she was as excited as I was! After the first class I took from Miss Di, I knew I made the right decision! I loved it! 

Diana is encouraging, understanding, and able to communicate well with all levels of dancers, at times by using examples from our daily life experiences. while putting us at ease and assuring us we can do it! My progress has been amazing. Thanks to Di’s encouragement, the specialist's prediction of me never dancing again certainly didn't come true! And during this never-ending pandemic, Miss Di’s zoom classes saved my sanity!  No matter what level of a dancer you are, or what kind of handicapped you may have, once you become a student of Miss Di’s you will have an exhilarating experience!