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July 29, 2024
The Foxtrot can be recognized by its effortless, gliding movements and elegant posture – think Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers! It’s a dance style that exudes timeless charm.

July 10, 2024
Looking to connect with your partner, meet new people, or just shake up your summer routine? Join us for a dance style that is all about being social – Country Swing!

June 13, 2024
Looking to escape the heat outdoors this summer? Bring the heat to the dance floor instead! Boise has a vibrant Salsa dance scene with plenty of opportunities to practice your moves and take your dancing to the next level.

May 2, 2024
With roots in the Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing is danced in a linear fashion with a partner. It is a slotted dance, meaning that dance steps are performed within an imaginary rectangular “slot” on the dance floor. This confined footprint makes it an ideal dance style for crowded...

April 5, 2024
A partner version of disco dancing, this dance style is a great one to master whether you want to expand your social dancing repertoire or just keep fit and active dancing in your kitchen. It’s also a great dance to have in your back pocket during wedding season!

March 10, 2024
Country music is making a comeback, so there’s no better time to dust off your western boots and master the Country Two Step! This dance style is a staple of country music culture and is the studio member group class at Fred Astaire Boise on March 26.

January 30, 2024
It’s February, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air. Whether you’re flying solo and want to meet new people or are looking for a unique date night idea, ballroom dance classes are the perfect way to add more romance to your life!

January 11, 2024
Want to reignite your love of dance this year? Looking for ways to connect with your partner through a fun social activity? The rumba might be the perfect dance style for you!

December 19, 2023
The steady, energetic rhythm of the cha-cha dance spread from its original home in Cuba and across the world’s dance floors in the 1950’s. This month, studio members can join the global fun at Fred Astaire Dance Studio in downtown Boise!
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