{"id":8142,"date":"2024-09-10T10:59:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T14:59:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/?page_id=8142"},"modified":"2025-03-11T09:53:17","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T13:53:17","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"What Makes Fred Astaire Dance Studios Special?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Why Dance With Us?<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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What Makes Fred Astaire Dance Studios Special?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Welcome to Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Long Grove (formally Buffalo Grove), IL \u2013 where you can learn Ballroom & Latin Dancing from some of the best in the business!<\/strong><\/p>

We are one of the top studios in the Fred Astaire organization, and are proud to offer the best of Ballroom & Latin Dance instruction. Got two left feet? We specialize in teaching brand new students, giving them confidence, a sense of rhythm and a LOVE for dance! Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Long Grove is proud to offer the best quality of dance instruction in Wedding Dance Lessons, Popular Social and Nightclub dance favorites (such as Salsa, Merengue, Hustle, and Swing), Ballroom Dancing Lessons (such as the Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, and Viennese Waltz), Latin-American Dance Lessons (like Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Paso Doble, and Jive), and more. You will find everything from Private Lessons and Group Classes, to Social Dance Parties and Events at our Long Grove dance studio. Couples and single students are always welcome! Walk into our studio and take the first step to a healthier and happier life!! We are conveniently located near: Turner, Gage Lake, Greys Lake, Mundelein, Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights, Lake Zurich, Palatine, Round Lake, Crystal Lake, Wauconda, Waukegen and Cook County. All lessons are by appointment, so call now! 847-634-1100. Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Long Grove is owned by United States American Rhythm Finalist and former \u201cDancing with the Stars\u201d professional, Jesse DeSoto, and United States Rising Star American Rhythm Finalist, Aaron DeSoto.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Because an atmosphere of kindness, warmth and inspiration awaits you at every Fred Astaire Dance Studio!<\/strong>
It\u2019s what our clients tell us they notice from the first time they step inside \u2013 a friendly energy, and a sense of \u201cFADS community\u201d that is welcoming, 100% non-judgmental, and truly joyful! Our passion is helping to enrich lives \u2013 physically, mentally, emotionally and socially \u2013 through the positive, transforming power of dance.<\/p>

Because ballroom dance lessons should always be FUN!<\/strong><\/p>

The teaching philosophy at every Fred Astaire Dance studio is simple and straightforward: learning how to ballroom dance is always fun! We work with students of all ages and abilities, and our friendly and inspirational atmosphere will help make your ballroom dance journey a reality. There are thousands of reasons why people start dance lessons \u2013 and once we show you how much fun ballroom dancing can be, we know you\u2019ll want to keep coming back!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Because ballroom dance has so many benefits!<\/strong>
Ballroom dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction and mental stimulation \u2013 and it can bring so much to your life. It\u2019s a great workout; has documented physical and mental health benefits; can enhance your social life and self-confidence; reduces stress and depression; promotes relaxation; is a wonderful outlet for self-expression and creativity; and it\u2019s FUN!! With all these reasons to start dancing \u2013 we challenge you to find a good reason NOT to.<\/p>

Because our ballroom dance curriculum helps you learn faster, and achieve more!<\/strong>
Fred Astaire Dance Studios\u2019 proven program of Private Lessons, Group Lessons and Practice Parties ensures that you learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention, and the most FUN. In fact, you\u2019ll be on your way to confident dancing by the end of your very first lesson! Our repertoire covers the full range of ballroom dances \u2013 American, Latin, International Style, Ballroom Style, even Exhibition and Theater Arts dances, for both social and competitive dancers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Because of our talented, professional Dance Instructors!<\/strong>
Fred Astaire Dance Studio Instructors are gifted dance educators who hail from all over the world, and truly love what they do. Many have Fine Arts degrees and are actively-competing, award-winning professional dancers. Our Dance Instructors all complete the rigorous work required to become certified in the Fred Astaire Curriculum \u2013 which presents the building blocks of partner dance in the way that people naturally learn. Our dance curriculum, coupled with our Instructors\u2019 compassion, energy and kindness will help ensure you get the most from your dance lessons.<\/p>

Because of our exciting ballroom dance events & competitions!<\/strong>
Fred Astaire Dance Studios offer a variety of fun local events to make your dance experience exciting and rewarding. Guest Parties, Showcases, Spotlights, Community Outreach Events, special Coaching Sessions and off-site Group Outings encourage social interaction and help you apply what you\u2019re learning. And our branded Regional, National and International Pro-Am and Professional Dance Competitions give you inspiring opportunities to compete, travel and hone your dancing skills in supportive and exciting environments.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Because of our money-saving Intro Offer!<\/strong>
Take advantage of our special introductory offer just for new students, and take the first step towards realizing your ballroom dance goals. Simply submit the Info Form on this website, and we\u2019ll be in touch with exciting details about our program options and a special discount just for new students (which is\u00a0sure<\/em>\u00a0to get you dancing!). Stop in & share your dance goals with us, and we\u2019ll help you get there!<\/p>

We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor soon.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Our Brand New Long Grove Studio Is Now Open!<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Whether you\u2019ve danced before, or think you have two left feet, you\u2019ve come to the right place. Fred Astaire Dance Studio is the premier dance studio.<\/p>

When you sign up for lessons at the Fred Astaire Ballroom, you\u2019ll get to choose from multiple dance styles and approaches. And our welcoming studio environment makes our studio the perfect place to hone your skills, no matter at what level you are currently.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Why Dance With Us? What Makes Fred Astaire Dance Studios Special? Welcome to Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Long Grove (formally Buffalo Grove), IL \u2013 where you can learn Ballroom & Latin Dancing from some of the best in the business! We are one of the top studios in the Fred Astaire organization, and are […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":382,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-8142","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8142","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/382"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8142"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/8142\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/long-grove\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8142"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}