Thank you for visiting Desiree May Choreography! Desiree May has been dancing and choreographing for couples and students in the Bay Area for the last 20 years and is one of the highest rated and reviewed choreographer in the East Bay Area (according to Yelp) while also being the most affordable.
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration—and the perfect opportunity to showcase a dance that reflects your unique love story. Desiree May will craft a personalized and memorable routine tailored to your vision, style, and personality. With her guidance, you’ll gain the confidence, grace, and poise to perform a first dance that’s truly your own.
In addition to first dances, Desiree also offers choreography for parent dances, wedding party performances, and group class workshops to prepare everyone for the big day. Whether you're aiming for timeless elegance or fun and upbeat, she’ll help make your wedding dance unforgettable.
Make your grand entrance with elegance and confidence. Whether you're preparing for a traditional Cotillion or a memorable Quinceañera, Desiree May offers customized choreography that honors tradition while reflecting your personal style.
From the formal waltz and father-daughter dance to high-energy court performances, each routine is thoughtfully designed to suit your music, dress, and venue. Desiree will guide you and your court through every step with patience and professionalism, ensuring a polished and unforgettable presentation for your special day.
Private lessons, group sessions, and full court rehearsals are available.
Never miss a chance to hit the dance floor again—whether it’s at a party, club, or wedding reception. Desiree May offers personalized dance choreography and social dance lessons for individuals and couples looking to move with confidence and style.
Trained in a wide range of styles—including Salsa, Bachata, Hustle, Nightclub Two Step, Swing, Hip Hop, Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap, Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, and Rumba—Desiree brings both expertise and passion to every lesson. Whether you're preparing for a special event or just want to dance for fun, she’ll help you find your rhythm.
The Bay Area dance community is filled with an abundance of artistic, positive, and supportive individuals. Join a group class with Desiree May Productions to learn the fundamentals of various dance styles, while meeting new friends and having fun.
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Would you like to learn a choreographed wedding dance or how to social dance during your receptions in the comfort of your home, on your own time? Our online dance tutorial offers step-by-step instructional videos choreographed to popular wedding songs in different styles and levels.
To promote self-esteem and confidence through artistic expression for everyone of all ages that will ultimately foster a passion for dance and life.
As a choreographer, she aims to create dances that are completely unique and unforgettable. Her goal is to create any type of dance with style and sophistication, enhancing your individuality and vision.
As an instructor, her goal is to bring out your best dancing skills, no matter what level of experience you have.
At the early age of 16, Desiree choreographed her first Cotillion for a friend. She discovered a lifelong passion and that year she choreographed three more Debuts and two Weddings. Since then, she has created dances for hundreds of couples and individuals of all ages.
Desiree received a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Dance from San Francisco State University and has been performing in Modern , Salsa, Swing and Hip Hop Dance Companies ever since. Since college, Desiree worked in events and development for several Performing Arts Organizations, such as SF Performances and was the Founding and Artistic Director for Startistic Expressions. Her passion brought her back to the studio as a full time instructor and dance choreographer. Today, she teaches all styles, to all ages in the East Bay Area.
"Desiree is able to capture our vision and bring it to life. Overall an amazing dance teacher!"
Van L.
"Desiree made me feel comfortable, her dance lessons was fun, while also being rigorous and technical."
Karen K.
"Desiree is flexible and able to accommodate for complicated moves. She broke down her dance choreography down to my level so that I could feel confident in my abilities!"
Jessica L.
"For the routine she created a unique wedding dance routine for us and was able to raise and lower the difficulty level when needed."
Andrew Y.