Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Houston Heights

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$85 Essentials

2 Private Lessons
1 Practice Dance Party
1 Pair of Shoes

$20 Try It Out

3 Group Lessons

Dance Studio Houston, TX

DANCE FOR THE FUN OF IT!

Take the first step on your dance journey today, and discover a new world of joy, confidence, health, energy and fun!

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Step into the Rhythm: Embrace the Dance Studio Experience!

Unveil a world of excitement, elegance, and pure joy as you take that initial leap into general and ballroom dance lessons in Houston, TX. Start your journey today and unlock a universe filled with newfound confidence, boundless energy, and, most importantly, heaps of fun!

Let's Dance Away!

Set out on an adventure that joins fun with skill!

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GOOD DANCERS LOOK BETTER ON THEIR WEDDING DAY.

From a simple First Dance to YouTube-worthy routines for the entire wedding party, we can help you make your Wedding Day even more special!

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Don’t start your marriage off on the left foot.

ELEGANCE IN EVERY STEP: WEDDING DANCE LESSONS

Elevate your wedding day with breathtaking dances, from a graceful first dance to dazzling routines designed for the wedding party. Elevate your special day with our specialized wedding programs in Houston, TX!

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Which Dance Style
Suits You Best?

Regardless of your age, dancing ability or dance preferences, you’ve come to the right place: Fred Astaire Dance Studios! We would love to help instruct you in either the International or American Ballroom Styles, or both!

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Never Miss a Beat in Your Marriage!

Find your dance style match!

COUPLE'S CONNECTION: BALLROOM DANCE STUDIO

Irrespective of your age, experience, or personal taste in dance, Fred Astaire Dance Studios is your ultimate destination! Dive into International or American Ballroom Styles, or explore both in our expert-led sessions in Houston, TX.

Argentine Tango Dance Houston, TX

Argentine Tango

Although the exact origins of the dance (and the world) are lost to legend, Tango originated in Argentina in the late 1800s

Bolero Dance Houston, TX

Bolero

Classic Bolero, introduced in Spain in 1780, is truly the “dance of love”, and is performed to music featuring a constant beat of drums.

CHA CHA Dance Houston, TX

Cha Cha

A Cuban dance derived from the Mambo and Rumba; its name comes from the rhythm developed by a syncopation of the fourth beat.

East Coast Swing Dance Houston, TX

East Coast Swing

East Coast Swing evolved from the Lindy Hop in the 1940s, and is perhaps the most famous American folk dance.

Foxtrot Dance Houston, TX

Foxtrot

In 1912, Vaudeville dancer Harry Fox was the first to use the “slow step”, danced to an exhilarating new style of music – ragtime.

Hustle Dance Houston, TX

Hustle

A more modern entry, this disco style was most popular in the nightclub scene from the late 1960s through the 1970s.

Jive Dance Houston, TX

Jive

This style evolved from popular American dances of the 1930s such as Jitterbug, Boogie-Woogie, Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, etc.

Mambo Dance Houston, TX

Mambo

First introduced in Latin America in the 1930s, Mambo attained instantaneous popularity in American film and pop culture.

Merengue Dance Houston, TX

Merengue

Lore has this dance originating at a royal fiesta honoring a returning war hero, in either Haiti or the Dominican Republic.

Paso-Doble Dance Houston, TX

Paso Doble

This dance dates back many centuries, and was originally intended for use at bullfights when the matador was victorious in the arena.

Quickstep Dance Houston, TX

Quickstep

The Quickstep has its roots in 1920s New York City Ragtime, and only later became a partner dance.

Rumba Dance Houston, TX

Rumba

Characterized by a smooth, subtle hip motion and a heavy walking step, Rumba first invaded the U.S. in the early 1930s.

Salsa Dance Houston, TX

Salsa

Salsa combines passion, energy, sensuous style and joy, and has its origins in the Afro-Cuban dance, Rumba.

Samba Dance Houston, TX

Samba

Of Brazilian origin, this festive serenade features a repetitive melody, continually interrupted by the strumming of a guitar.

Tango Dance Houston, TX

Tango

The romantic Tango descended from an early Spanish folk dance, and features intriguing asymmetrical and sophisticated dance patterns.

Viennese Waltz Dance Houston, TX

Viennese Waltz

The Viennese Waltz was first danced by European royalty in the 1800s, and was deemed startling due to the close proximity of the dancers.

Waltz Dance Houston, TX

Waltz

The Waltz dates back to Bavaria 400 years ago, but it was not introduced into “society” until 1812, when it first appeared in English ballrooms.

West-Coast-Swing Dance Houston, TX

West Coast Swing

With its sophisticated style and easy adaptation to contemporary rock music, this 1950s style quickly gained popularity in the U.S.

BENEFITS OF DANCE

Ballroom dancing is that perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation, it can bring so much to your life – and it’s FUN!!

With all these reasons to start dancing – we challenge you to find a good reason NOT to dance.

Experience the Dance Advantage

Dance is the fusion of fitness, friendships, and mental agility. It brings positivity to your life, and let’s not forget—it’s delightful!

When faced with countless reasons to dance, the challenge is finding one not to!

WHY FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS?

An atmosphere of kindness, warmth and fun awaits you at every Fred Astaire Dance Studio! It’s what our students tell us they notice from the first time they step inside – an energy and sense of “FADS community” that is 100% welcoming, non-judgmental, and truly joyful!

Since 1947, our passion is helping to enrich lives – physically, mentally, emotionally and socially – through the positive, transforming power of dance. There are thousands of reasons why people start dance lessons… and once we show you how much fun ballroom dancing can be, we know you’ll want to keep coming back. From wedding dance instruction, a new hobby or way to connect with your partner, physical and emotional health, improving your social life…

WHY FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS?

A tapestry of warmth, support, and jubilance awaits at our conveniently located Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Houston, TX! Our students sense it the moment they enter our doors—an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere brimming with the FADS community spirit.

Since 1947, our dedication has been to enrich lives through the transformative power of dance—nurturing physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being – whether its the allure of wedding and couple dance classes, a fresh hobby, a means to connect with your partner, or fostering holistic health and vibrant social connections. We’ve finely tuned dance choreography and dance lessons over the last 75-years of teaching dance excellence and with lessons from Fred Astaire Dance Studios, you’ll learn quickly, retain more knowledge and have a lasting connection to the more than 280 studios we have around the world.

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Why should I learn to dance with Fred Astaire Dance Studios?

There are LOTS of reasons! (1) NO other Dance Studio is better equipped to help you discover the lifelong joy of ballroom dancing! (2) You’ll notice a warm energy and sense of “FADS Community” that is welcoming, 100% non-judgmental, and truly joyful from the first time you step inside our doors!(3) Our proven, proprietary dance curriculum helps you master dance steps easily and confidently. (4) Our unique teaching system includes private instruction, group Lessons and practice parties, to help you learn as much as possible in as short a time as possible – and enables you to try out your new skills in a casual group setting with your fellow dance students. (5) Our Dance Instructors are friendly, highly-qualified and totally dedicated to making your experience enjoyable, educational and FUN! (6) Fred Astaire Dance Studios also offers you benefits that many independent dance studios simply cannot – including an online Studio Dance Store (in-studio & online) with dozens of dance-related items to help you look and feel your best, on and off the dance floor; and exciting Regional, Inter-Regional and National Amateur and Pro-Am dance competitions that give Fred Astaire dance Students inspiring opportunities to compete, travel and hone their dancing skills in supportive and exciting environments. Don’t put it off another day… contact Fred Astaire Dance Studios, and you’ll discover that “Life’s Better When you Dance!”

How do I get started?

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, all new dance Students can take advantage of our special money-saving Introductory Offer! Simply complete and submit the Intro Offer form on this website to get yours, and we’ll contact you right away to learn about your dance goals and help you set up your first Lesson. Once you discover how much fun ballroom dancing can be, we know you’ll be back for more!

What types of dance do you teach?

We offer instruction for all partnership dances– from waltz, tango, cha-cha, and salsa, to country western, swing and club dancing. We can help you with your wedding dance, all of your social dance needs – basically, any dance done with a partner. For those with a competitive edge, we can also help you become a skilled Pro/Am competitor with your Instructor at lots of branded Fred Astaire Regional, Inter-Regional, National and International dance competitions!