Ballroom Dance Classes in NYC, New York

The course will cover the basic theories and steps of the social club dance, salsa. We will learn about proper stepping technique, hip movement, connection, and some beginner steps like the basic and underarm turns. This class is open to both couples and individuals looking to learn the fundamentals of salsa. Materials Needed to Fully Participate:...

In this class Matt will be focusing on at home drills and exercises for Smooth and Standard. Originally from Australia, Matt Rivers is a 10-Dance Finalist and 2 time US Rising Star Smooth Finalist. He has won professional events in Standard, Latin and Smooth and regularly competes Pro/Am across the country. Classes will be 45min in length hosted...

Ready for a fun evening activity? Join Earl and learn this simple-yet-elegant dance! It’s ballroom dancing flavored with cha-cha, salsa, and swing for an enjoyable, relaxing workout. You’ll start with a warm-up and then learn the basic techniques, movements, and positioning of Urban Ballroom as a solo dancer.  All skill levels welcome!

Ready for a fun evening activity? Join Earl and learn this simple-yet-elegant dance! It’s ballroom dancing flavored with cha-cha, salsa, and swing for an enjoyable, relaxing workout. You’ll start with a warm-up and then learn the basic techniques, movements, and positioning of Urban Ballroom as a solo dancer.  All skill levels welcome!

Learn a Ballroom Barre, technique exercises, medalist style amalgamations, brain tickling American and International Style, compare and contrast challenges, and have some social dance application time! This is our signature class! Be a part of this innovative Ballroom Workshop. Bring on the quality! Glide, drive and rotate for one and a half hour...

Love to dance? Learn your favorite dance from Ballroom to Latin to Swing to Salsa. At Fred Astaire East Side NY Dance Studio you’ll find all styles of dance lessons for singles or couples, all ages, and abilities in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Get a customized plan that is designed specifically for you. In your very first lesson, you’ll...

"Hustle" originated in the Latin communities of NYC and Miami in the 1970's. Hollywood sparked a nationwide craze when John Travolta strutted his stuff in "Saturday Night Fever." Hustle is one of today's most relevant social dances. Easily danced to disco music and most upbeat pop music, the Hustle incorporates fun, syncopated patterns and many exciting...

Expect traditional Hustle moves with a contemporary flair to current music. Hustle is one of the most relevant social dances around.  Join the party to start from zero or to hone your skill before moving into the Int/Adv level!

Gain mastery on dances like Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot, and Quickstep. The International Style of dance developed in Europe almost at the same time as the American Style, and was introduced to the U.S. in the 1960's. Originally labeled English Style, it quickly became the darling of the competitive world. On the social floor, initially,...

International Style dancing developed in Europe almost at the same time as the American Style, and was introduced to the U.S. in the 1960s. Originally labeled English Style, it is danced competitively around the world as well as socially (generally outside the U.S.).  International Style is divided into two categories which have strict steps...

A breakdown of the basic tango elements will be taught at each class; the embrace, lead and follow, the cross and parallel walk system, weight change in place, ochos, rock step, quarter/half/full turns, sacadas and barridas. Introduction to the 6, 8 and 10 count walks will also be discussed, so you can start dancing at the milongas after your first...

Explore the basic steps and techniques of dancing with a partner in this introductory class covering waltz, foxtrot, tango, swing, rumba and cha-cha. Please Note: Couples required. Price is per individual.

Learn the totally awesome, energetic social dance created in NYC! Dance to disco classics and contemporary pop, R&B and rock music! Couples encouraged! Singles Welcome!

In this crash course you will become familiarized with the basics of Hustle so that you can get up and join in on all the fun with the hustle crowd. The basic rhythm, inside or underarm turns for both partners, cross body lead, the 3 basic wrap turns, and the popular N.Y. Walk will be covered. Participants will learn what a half turn, full turn, and...