Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Long Island City

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Limited Time Offer: One 30-minute introductory private lesson ONLY $50

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Dance for the Fun of It!

Ready to dance? Start your ballroom journey today at Fred Astaire Dance Studios Long Island City—serving Queens, Astoria, Greenpoint, Williamsburg, and Sunnyside. Experience the joy, confidence, energy, and connection that ballroom dance lessons can bring to your life. Whether you’re looking for a fun new hobby, a creative way to stay active, or preparing for a special occasion, our expert instructors are here to help you every step of the way. No partner or experience needed—just your desire to dance!

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Good Dancers Look Better on Their Wedding Day

Turn your first dance into a moment to remember with wedding dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studios Long Island City. Whether you envision a simple and elegant First Dance or a show-stopping choreographed routine for your entire wedding party, our professional instructors will help bring your vision to life. We specialize in customized wedding dance lessons for couples. From romantic waltzes to upbeat mashups, we’ll help you feel confident, connected, and ready to shine on your big day.

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Which Dance Style
Suits You Best?

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios Long Island City, we offer personalized dance lessons for all ages—children, teens, adults, and seniors—designed to match your unique goals and interests. Whether you’re drawn to the elegance of the waltz, the passion of tango, the rhythm of salsa, or the fun of swing, you get to choose the dance style that excites you most. Our certified instructors tailor each lesson to your pace and preferences, making it easy and enjoyable to learn—whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to the dance floor. We make it simple for the whole family to enjoy the many benefits of ballroom dancing.

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Argentine Tango

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

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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.

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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.

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East Coast Swing

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

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Foxtrot

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

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Hustle

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

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Jive

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

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Mambo

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

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Merengue

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

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Paso Doble

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

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Quickstep

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

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Rumba

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

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Salsa

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

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Samba

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

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Tango

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

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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.

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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.

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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 the ultimate blend of fitness, fun, and connection—and it’s perfect for all ages! At Fred Astaire Dance Studios Long Island City, we believe dance is more than just movement—it’s a lifestyle that energizes your body, sharpens your mind, and enriches your social life. From boosting confidence to relieving stress, ballroom dancing offers countless benefits for students.

With expert instruction, a welcoming community, and a variety of dance styles to explore, there’s never been a better time to get started. So go ahead—take the first step. With all these reasons to dance… can you really think of one not to?

WHY FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS - LONG ISLAND CITY?

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…

Have Questions?

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!

How often should I take lessons?

We highly recommend that you schedule your Lessons close together, especially in the beginning. The less time between Lessons means the less you will forget, the less you will need to review, and the more quickly you will reach a confident level in your dancing. We also recommend private Lessons in conjunction with group classes and practice sessions, as it’s the most effective and efficient way for you to learn and stay motivated.

Is it difficult to learn to dance?

No, it’s not! Our Dance Instructors are all highly-qualified and welcoming professionals, who participate in ongoing dance training throughout their careers. In addition, our progressive system of instruction and unique trophy system make it easy for you to learn. It will take a bit of time to master the various dances and a repertoire of steps, but a steady approach with periodic practice will produce visible results in less time than you’d think. We highly encourage you to keep your Lessons scheduled close together. You will progress more quickly, and it will make your experience more valuable to you. We promise: the learning is fun – and you will be on your way to confident social dancing after your very first dance Lesson!