I've been training under Ngoc for nearly 2 years and I can't say enough good things about Knockout. Ngoc knows just how to create incredibly talented dancers. She inspires me not just to execute moves, but to actually dance with intention, creativity, and confidence. Her passion is contagious, and the studio truly reflects her energy. The community here has been so warm and welcoming from day one, and it's one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back. Since joining, I've learned so much and my technique improved in ways I didn't expect. The training here is very unique because no matter what level you're starting from or what style of Bachata you want to learn (traditional, sensual, modern, etc.), you'll find a place for it here. read more

I can't recommend Knockout Dance enough! Ngoc is just awesome. But Ngoc is not just a dance teacher - she's a whole community builder and event planner too! From the moment you walk into class, she makes you feel welcome, supported, and part of the community, even if it's your very first time. I've taken her solo heels, bachata shine, and fundamentals classes, and every one has the same amazing vibe: fun, judgment-free, and full of hype energy. Her energy alone gives me energy as well. Ngoc has an incredible eye for technique and finds small, personalized adjustments that make a huge difference for each individual person. You always walk away feeling like you've genuinely improved, not just followed choreography. If you want a dance studio where you'll feel comfortable, uplifted, and challenged in the best way, Knockout Dance has all you need~ read more

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I have danced with Knockout for 5 years, since its inception. The passion and drive that comes from Ngoc, the director, is unmatched. She has trained me in partner work, social dancing and solo competition and I can't express in words how much I learned from her. Not only as a coach but as a person. Ngoc has nurtured a community with love, respect, and the belief to always be welcoming and inclusive. Not only is KO a dance company but it's a KOmmunity. Im so grateful for the time spent learning and growing with everyone involved in past, present or future Knockout. I invite everyone to join this amazing studio! read more

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I have taken a bunch of classes and also been part of the performance team. She is a very detailed instructor and also quick to point out the small details that one should focus on for improving their dancing skills read more

If you are seeking to learn how to dance Bachata from awesome instructors or teaching assistants, partner dance, social dance, compete, explore your sensuality, masculinity, femininity, be around an awesome community of people and dancers, make new friends, long lasting friendships, or just relationships with awesome people, this and much more, join Knockout Dance! What are you waiting for!? Why are you still reading this and other reviews!? GOOOO. GOOOOOOOOO NOW. read more

I've taken two of Ngoc's heels beginner series and have had an amazing experience with both. While they were beginner friendly classes, they were also quite challenging but Ngoc knows how to gauge the class and slow it down when we are struggling to keep up. She also teaches bachata!! If you're looking to try something new or better your dancing I'd highly recommended. She's a great mentor and everyone among the dance community is super nice!! read more

I have been dancing with Ngoc and her team of skilled coaches for almost 2 1/2 years now. When I stated my ankle could not bend and now I have full use of it and it's all due to coming to dance Batcha every Monday with her. She is the QUEEN of consent and breaks down the dances moves in a welcoming way. I'm grateful for helping me learn to be a better dancer. read more

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I booked a private bachata dance lesson for small group to celebrate my birthday... it was SO FUN. Everyone was talking about how much fun we had even days after and how we can't wait to do it again. Ngoc was so professional, FUN, timely with communication and quite simply she just delivers. I was so impressed by her energy. She made the women and men feel comfortable and loosen up. She tailored the choreography to our skill level and our interests. Ngoc can deff spice it up all you have to do is ask. Her and her husband even took videos for us which was one of our fav parts so now we can rewatch the best moments. She even was thoughtful enough to adjust the temp with the heater for when we arrived and AC when we all got warm. I would book her again for sure! I know my friends and I are already trying to plan our next group session. Thank you Ngoc for helping make my birthday so special!! Note: there was no dress code just dress comfortably enough to dance. read more

I have been learning bachata for a biut 1 year now on and off. I started learning under Ngoc and Tien in the Ignite class and was so inspired to continue my journey and be a better dancer. I recently was fortunate to be part of her pilot Kweendom One program and loved the choreography. She breaks everything down so simply, leaves room for us to ask questions and also refine our skills. It was a fun way to get more involved in the dance community as well. I'm so happy to be a part of Kweendom One and excited about my journey in bachata with Ngoc's inspiration. read more

Ngoc is an incredible teacher! She has been slowly tending to my dancing fire through all the classes I've taken, and her energy, skill, and welcoming attitude is unparalleled!!! Specifically I have taken her bachata classes and heels classes as a complete beginner and my dancing has improved so much! She provides an especially inclusive environment to all genders / cultures and I appreciate that so much about her and her team. read more

Knockout is more than a dance studio. It's a community that welcomes and inspires dancers of every level and background. All of the instructors and TA's are excellent, and the whole program is well organized. The best combination of challenging training and laughter. read more

My favorite bachata dance classes in the Bay Area. Last summer, I started getting into bachata and for several months I went to classes all over the Bay Area 3-4 times a week. Berkeley, Oakland, SF, San Jose, Richmond, San Mateo... if there was bachata that day, I was there. Needless to say, I got a pretty good sampling of the various teachers, styles, and venues. Out of the over the 10 or so instructors I tried, Ngoc was my favorite. Ngoc focused on not just teaching patterns, but actual technique. The pace of the classes was good for a wide range of skill levels. And importantly... she makes the classes fun. She is enthusiast, energetic, and ridiculously funny. I seriously laugh out loud at least once per class due to a funny expression, random scream, or an interesting dance lesson analogy. Something I'm sure a lot of people appreciate is that Ngoc also focuses on making dancing inclusive. She can teach both leads and follows and makes sure everyone feels comfortable doing whatever role they want to practice or learn. Ngoc also reminds dancers to respect the boundaries and limits of others when dancing, whether these boundaries exist for physical or for consent/comfort reasons. As my schedule got busy, the frequency of my bachata class attendance has decreased, but the one I've stuck with is Mondays at Studio M with Ngoc. I also try to make it as often as possible to the bi-weekly Hello Bachata in SF (again, Ngoc). The Knockout dance community is very friendly, encouraging, and welcoming. They put on great performances and make practices fun, and social dancing a blast. If you're looking to get into bachata, I can't recommend Knockout and Ngoc enough. read more

Where do I even begin? I started training under Ngoc when I was 4 months into dancing bachata & I have grown so much not only as a dancer, but as an individual in this artform. I love the way Ngoc teaches & how empowering she is not only as a teacher, but as a person. She genuinely cares & provides feedback that are tangible & oh so detail oriented. I love the community she is building & her love for dancing is so contagious! If you are even curious to learn from her, take this as a sign & just go for it like I did! read more

I was fortunate to start my heels journey with Ngoc as my first heels instructor, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Her heels classes have been empowering & inclusive, but most of all -- safe to be your authentic self. Ngoc's energy is immaculate and positively infectious. Her gift to the world is through dance, which she shares so effortlessly with the dance community she has built. She meets every dancer where they're at, but also challenges each of us through her encouraging words of support to incorporate our own style & feel out. With love, Knockout Dance has rooted confi-dance. read more

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Scene: "Knockout Dance Recruitment Day for Spring 2023 season" I remember walking into the studio with a mindset of "I'm not going to perform but I'll join and practice with the team so I can gain the skills I need to eventually perform". I wasn't very confident in my bachata dance enough and didn't think I was ready. Towards the tail end of the auditions when the student performers were going to do the routine in front of everyone, Ngoc comes to me and goes "are you going to perform?" And I couldn't help but say "yes" and I jumped up there. I didn't say "yes" because all of a sudden I gained a magical powers and my bachata dancing was ten times better. I said "yes" because that entire morning I was surrounded by supportive people who I would consider as my teammates made me feel like I could do anything. Since then, I've been hooked. I haven't left and the main reason I haven't left is because of Ngoc and the type of culture Knockout is trying to grow in the dance community. Knockout Dance is a community inspired by individual/team growth and inclusivity of all. Ngoc knows how to challenge me just enough to keep developing my skills, but also knows how to support me when I need it too. I appreciate all the care she has given to me and to my teammates. No one is perfect and with all things come various learning opportunities. But Ngoc is continually trying to work on what she needs to do to provide a good experience for all and I will continue to help her in any way possible for as long as I can. read more

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Knockout Dance has such a great director, I think learning how to dance from this company is powerful because they always go over consent and technique, so I am always learning something new. And the teacher, Ngoc, she really makes the classes fun and inviting. Ngoc also coaches a bunch of teams and they're all really good. It shows because Ngoc herself has trained and won some dance championships before. It makes me feel confident learning with her. Ngoc is very straightforward with constructive feedback which is also powerful for my dance development. I think very often that her training teams can go from laughing all the time to serious and powerful dancing time and it's so fun either way. I definitely recommend trusting the dance process and training with the Knockout Dance folks. read more

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This is your safe place to dance! I can't even begin to describe how grateful I am for being able to find such an inspiring instructor as Ngoc! She is everything you want in an instructor! Humble , down to earth, going into technique details, and letting you feel you are always welcome! I'm going to her bachata classes together with her super talented assistant Tien , and I have improved and been learning so much! She is so versatile! Lately I've participated in her heels workshop! In one word - WOW! I felt so safe and comfortable in my own skin, letting myself get lost in the music, which was perfectly chosen , and the choreography - OMG, was on spot! The studio was amazing, the lighting, the atmosphere and we had the privilege to have a talented photographer - Carmen! Can't wait for the next one!! This is how we roll !!! read more

Knockout - Knockout heels feel out workshop @studioM - Dance Studios Near Me - sunnyvale, ca, California

Captivating may not be enough to say about knockout Dance performance. They are the best representation of the South Bay area. Make you get your tickets early if you want to appreciate their energy front and center. read more

I love the bachata classes taught by Ngoc. She is an amazing instructor. I dance on her Student performance team and have taken her classes. She has classes for all levels so you never feel like you've hit a limit. You can do advanced classes, performance team, and competition. I love her teaching style. I love the way she teaches from both a lead and follow perspective. It allows me to understand the technique from both angles. She also gives individual feedback (depending on the class) to really help you understand where you can improve. I could talk for days about how much I love her dance and teaching style as well as the community she has built. Couldn't recommend her classes more. read more

Ngoc is the best! Very energetic and patient. Her communication and direction is clear and concise. She urges me to continue to challenge myself and makes me want to continue to grow. She's such an inspiration and I look forward to witnessing her individual success as well as her whole team. I'm proud of where she's at now and excited to watch what the future holds. I love learning with her! read more

Loved the pop out! Hope to join on a more regular basis. I had no experience and had a fantastic time !

Knockout Dance has a very positive and inclusive vibe. I enjoy being inspired by dancers from all dance levels and styles. I would recommend this safe space for anyone who would like to explore dance or simply spice up your day with a fun activity. Love the goofy energy from the instructor. Go NGOC!!! Keep doing what you're doing :) read more

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Hands down the best urban/sensual bachata training in the Bay Area, I know people travel from the East Bay or Santa Cruz, sometimes SF to train here. Ngoc is such an amazing person, trainer, and a dance professional. Her style is controlled and condensed, she switches so helps with both lead and follow. You can feel how much effort she puts into her work, how much passion she has for dancing AND for teaching. It shows, really. I've gone to quite a few different classes in the Bay Area, and even take intensives/weekenders from the creators of sensual bachata. I'm very lucky and so glad that I have the opportunity to go to her classes as my home/regular local class as the majority of improvements are from your local studio. She taught us the mind set, the technique, how to be respectful, inclusive, and have fun. The energy with the team is something that you have to experience yourself. She also has a special training class called Ignite where it's focused on "social dancing" improv techniques, where you don't find anywhere else. She gives live feedback to the individuals and it has improved so much of how I dance. I learned so much more in a month with Ngoc than just getting patterns elsewhere for a few months. If you have the opportunity to join her classes. Do it. You won't regret that read more

I have been dancing with Knockout since the beginning and even before. Ngoc is a great director. She has a vision and always knows how to push people in a fun and nurturing way. She has high standards and makes sure you are empowered to improve and come with your best. She creates an environment that is fun and connected. I have done many performances and competitions with the team and we are always so supportive of each other. Knockout is a community. It's a group where anyone can feel welcome and we like to spend time with each other outside of class. We have team bonding outings and we often rehearse together without the director. I love dancing with Knockout. read more

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i want to express my gratitude over how amazing of a heels dance teacher Ngoc Huynh is ! she really made us feel so comfortable and I was most impressed with how she would anticipate students questions! its like our dance teacher was reading our minds because she went through every possible question we could of had! she clearly (and quite hilariously) explained dance technique as well as demonstrated! Can't wait for the next class! read more

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Ngoc really values all of her dancers and encourages growth no matter how small. You can be a beginner and she will push you to be better as if you are one of her more experienced dancers. She genuinely cares about you as an individual and it really shows through not only her dance style but also her community. read more

dancing with KO has been such a great experience. the director Ngoc has created a space that makes us feel safe and comfortable and has such positive energy! definitely one of the best companies to learn bachata in the bay area! read more

Ngoc is such an amazing dance teacher! As a beginner, I'm able to learn and understand movement/choreo bc she breaks it down so well- and she's funny! It's inspiring to watch her dance and dance with her read more

I started dancing about 2 years ago. I had tried out different classes and instructors but my progress was slow. I found myself frustrated. I was making slow progress until I happened upon Ngoc's Knockout dance class. I immediately felt welcome and part of a fun supportive community. What I like about Ngoc is that she is a fun teacher but also honest and direct. But most of all, she truly cares about each student's growth as a dancer. And that's what I am now thanks to her class, a DANCER! read more

I love the amount of patience Ngoc has for each of her dancers and the safe space she has created for dancers of all backgrounds. She emphasizes the importance of feeling safe while dancing and she 1000% has done that. She is respectful towards anyone and dedicated to her craft. I LOVE NGOC read more

Ngoc is a truly incredible instructor. I mostly attend her Ignite classes at Studio M on Mondays, where she puts extra focus on technique for bachsta social dancing. I've already been able to see growth in my skill level in just a couple months of training with her. She's also super welcoming to all new faces because more than anything she just wants to see the dance scene continue to grow, and for her students to continue to improve as dancers. Since joining Knockout, I've made some amazing friendships and truly feel like part of a community. I would highly recommend her and her team of instructors to dancers of any skill level looking to learn or improve their bachata dancing. read more

Ngoc is an amazing teacher and I've been learning from her for 2 years now! Not only does she explain the techniques clearly and patiently, but she has built an extremely welcoming and friendly community. I recommend her to my dance friends all the time, and she is constantly thinking up new lessons and classes for different styles and specific techniques the community is asking for. I am always excited to see what she has to show next, and I'm proud to be her student! read more

Ngoc understands what it means to be a dancer at its core, and has a very "community first" focus. I'm always in awe at how much her students improve in just a few months. The progress is insane... Not only is she great at teaching the foundations of bachata and providing the environment to grow as a dancer, but she also injects ethics and awareness into what she teaches, which is VERY important, to keeping the community safe and thriving. HIGHLY recommended for anyone with any level of dance experience. read more