Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Marlboro NJ

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Learn How To Dance in Marlboro NJ

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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Learn How to Dance - All Levels Welcome

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

Dancers of all skill levels are invited to discover a world of dance tailored to your interests and goals. We offer a wide variety of programs to cater to your needs. Our experienced instructors are here to guide you, whether you’re aspiring to compete as a dancer or just aiming to have a fantastic time on the dance floor.

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DANCE FOR THE FUN OF IT!

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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.

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 of Marlboro, NJ! We would love to help instruct you in either the International or American Ballroom Styles, or both!

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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 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.

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…

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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!

Reviews

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Olga Gonzalez 4 months ago

Food was fresh and so delicious. 😉 everything was yammy ✨️

Ellie Reda 6 months ago

Loved taking Dance lessons here with Christian! Great instructions and fun vibe.

Audrey Tesora (Lady Monroe) 7 months ago

I started taking dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Marlboro in January. In the short time I have been there, I have experienced a level of professionalism, encouragement, and camaraderie I was not aware existed. I did come with some level of prior dancing, but it had been some time since I had done any ballroom dancing and my confidence was lacking. With the instructors’ guidance, I now feel more confident, have gained more poise and will be participating in the Garden State Dance Festival later this month. I would never have had the courage to go out of my comfort zone and perform. The instructors at Fred Astaire are patient, positive, and always give constructive feedback in a compassionate way. I truly appreciate them and I highly recommend this dance studio to anyone who is interested in learning the beautiful art of Ballroom dancing.💃

Audrey Tesora 7 months ago

I started taking dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Marlboro in January. In the short time I have been there, I have experienced a level of professionalism, encouragement, and camaraderie I was not aware existed. I did come with some level of prior dancing, but it had been some time since I had done any ballroom dancing and my confidence was lacking. With the instructors’ guidance, I now feel more confident, have gained more poise and will be participating in the Garden State Dance Festival later this month. I would never have had the courage to go out of my comfort zone and perform. The instructors at Fred Astaire are patient, positive, and always give constructive feedback in a compassionate way. I truly appreciate them and I highly recommend this dance studio to anyone who is interested in learning the beautiful art of Ballroom dancing.💃

Stephanie D'Agostino 7 months ago

I am absolutely loving my experience thus far at Fred Astaire Marlboro!! From the moment I walked through the doors, everyone has been so kind and welcoming... always making you feel comfortable. All the instructors (shout-out to Cristian) are super friendly, uber talented and very knowledgeable about dance. I can not wait to continue taking my classes. I look forward to them every week 🙂

George Werner 8 months ago

Fred astaire Marlboro is an incredible studio. I have learned so much so fast from joJo I'm amazed with my own progress and am anxious to compete
The staff maritza and Devon and Christian are very supportive and accommodating.
It's a lot of fast moving of course
and meeting lots of new faces . Dancing has also helped me with my neuropathy quite a lot
Thank you Team Marlboro

Jenna Crisalli 8 months ago

I have had such an amazing experience at Fred Astaire Marlboro! They have taken me on and grown me as a person and in dance in such a short time. They have the best team, environment, and expertise in all they do. They have supported me, my goals, and competitive background and taught me more than I ever expected to when I started. If your looking to express yourself in new ways with a supportive team, they are absolutely the best place to try.

Lisa De Jesus 11 months ago

Dance instructor was very friendly and accommodating. Really one does not need to know how to dance , just the motivation to learn it, the DI will walk you through every step as how you can learn the steps and introduces you to all kinds of dances you want to know, but with different stages of dances, one starts from beginners class, just inquire , it’s fun and entertaining. Love it myself, hope to come back after my eye surgery.

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✨ Sondra continues to inspire us! ✨
Once again, this incredible woman challenged herself to do something different, creative, and FUN! ❤️💃
Sondra took on this amazing virtual production alongside two of our beautiful ladies, and we absolutely love how it all came together. This is what dance is all about: challenging yourself, creating memories, having fun, and enjoying every step of the journey.
Sondra, thank you for continuing to inspire us and for always being willing to step outside the box and bring an idea to life. ❤️
And a very special thank you to The Secret Garden Salon & Spa for opening your doors to us and allowing us to use your beautiful space to make this magic happen. 🌿✨
🎬 Here it is… the final product!
We hope you love it as much as we do! ❤️💃✨
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✨ Sondra continues to inspire us! ✨
Once again, this incredible woman challenged herself to do something different, creative, and FUN! ❤️💃
Sondra took on this amazing virtual production alongside two of our beautiful ladies, and we absolutely love how it all came together. This is what dance is all about: challenging yourself, creating memories, having fun, and enjoying every step of the journey.
Sondra, thank you for continuing to inspire us and for always being willing to step outside the box and bring an idea to life. ❤️
And a very special thank you to The Secret Garden Salon & Spa for opening your doors to us and allowing us to use your beautiful space to make this magic happen. 🌿✨
🎬 Here it is… the final product!
We hope you love it as much as we do! ❤️💃✨
#FredAstaireMarlboro #VirtualShowcase #DanceInspiration #BallroomDance #DanceJourney MarlboroNJ NewJerseyDance

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✨ Check out this amazing video from Alexandra! ✨

She’s breaking down one of the MOST important parts of your dancing: your frame! 💃🕺

A strong, comfortable frame can make such a huge difference in how you connect with your partner, how you move together, and how your dancing looks and feels.

We love how Alexandra takes something that can feel complicated and breaks it down in such a simple, clear way that everyone can understand. ❤️

Alexandra, we absolutely LOVE having you at our studio! Thank you for always sharing your knowledge, energy, and passion with our students and team. We already can’t wait to have you back! 🥰✨

Save this video and try these tips during your next lesson! 💃🕺

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✨ Check out this amazing video from Alexandra! ✨ She’s breaking down one of the MOST important parts of your dancing: your frame! 💃🕺 A strong, comfortable frame can make such a huge difference in how you connect with your partner, how you move together, and how your dancing looks and feels. We love how Alexandra takes something that can feel complicated and breaks it down in such a simple, clear way that everyone can understand. ❤️ Alexandra, we absolutely LOVE having you at our studio! Thank you for always sharing your knowledge, energy, and passion with our students and team. We already can’t wait to have you back! 🥰✨ Save this video and try these tips during your next lesson! 💃🕺 #FredAstaireDanceStudios #FredAstaireMarlboro #BallroomDancing #DanceTips #BallroomDance DanceTraining DanceTechnique BetterDancing DanceLessons MarlboroNJ

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We are SO excited to share this amazing Virtual Showcase from our student, Lory! ❤️✨

What makes this one so special? This was Lory’s FIRST time ever dancing ballroom, and she challenged herself to step outside of her comfort zone, learn something completely new, and perform! 💃🔥

This is exactly what makes us so happy as teachers. It’s not just about learning to dance. It’s about watching our students challenge themselves, build confidence, and discover that they’re capable of doing things they may have never imagined themselves doing before. 🥹❤️

Lory, we are SO proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished already!

And guess what… she’s not stopping here! 👀🏆

Lory is challenging herself AGAIN and will be participating in her very first upcoming ballroom competition! 🎉💃🏆

From never dancing ballroom before… to performing in a showcase… and now stepping onto the competition floor.

THAT is what growth looks like. ❤️

Let’s show Lory some love in the comments and wish her luck on her next adventure! 👏✨

#FredAstaireMarlboro #BallroomDancing #DanceJourney #StudentSpotlight #DanceShowcase BallroomCompetition NeverStopGrowing ChallengeYourself DanceFamily MarlboroNJ

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We are SO excited to share this amazing Virtual Showcase from our student, Lory! ❤️✨ What makes this one so special? This was Lory’s FIRST time ever dancing ballroom, and she challenged herself to step outside of her comfort zone, learn something completely new, and perform! 💃🔥 This is exactly what makes us so happy as teachers. It’s not just about learning to dance. It’s about watching our students challenge themselves, build confidence, and discover that they’re capable of doing things they may have never imagined themselves doing before. 🥹❤️ Lory, we are SO proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished already! And guess what… she’s not stopping here! 👀🏆 Lory is challenging herself AGAIN and will be participating in her very first upcoming ballroom competition! 🎉💃🏆 From never dancing ballroom before… to performing in a showcase… and now stepping onto the competition floor. THAT is what growth looks like. ❤️ Let’s show Lory some love in the comments and wish her luck on her next adventure! 👏✨ #FredAstaireMarlboro #BallroomDancing #DanceJourney #StudentSpotlight #DanceShowcase BallroomCompetition NeverStopGrowing ChallengeYourself DanceFamily MarlboroNJ

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✨ Student Spotlight: Dee! ✨

We had such an amazing time watching this beautiful dance! 💃🕺

Our student Dee did an incredible job dancing with her instructor, Sebastian, and showcasing everything she has learned over the past few months. We’re so proud of her progress, confidence, and beautiful dancing! ❤️

It’s amazing to see how much she has grown in such a short time, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!

👏 Amazing job, Dee & Sebastian!

Check out their beautiful dance! ✨

#FredAstaireMarlboro #StudentSpotlight #BallroomDancing #DanceJourney #MarlboroNJ DanceWithUs

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✨ Student Spotlight: Dee! ✨ We had such an amazing time watching this beautiful dance! 💃🕺 Our student Dee did an incredible job dancing with her instructor, Sebastian, and showcasing everything she has learned over the past few months. We’re so proud of her progress, confidence, and beautiful dancing! ❤️ It’s amazing to see how much she has grown in such a short time, and we can’t wait to see what’s next! 👏 Amazing job, Dee & Sebastian! Check out their beautiful dance! ✨ #FredAstaireMarlboro #StudentSpotlight #BallroomDancing #DanceJourney #MarlboroNJ DanceWithUs

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🎉 Please join us in congratulating Andrés on officially passing his Teacher’s Certification! 🎉

We are incredibly proud of you and so excited to see what the future holds. Andrés joins our team with so much knowledge, talent, and experience, and he is ready to share it all with our students.

We feel so lucky to welcome you into our Fred Astaire Marlboro family! We cannot wait for our students to experience your kindness, care, laughter, and passion for dance. This is only the beginning of an amazing journey! 💃🕺✨

Congratulations, Andrés! We are so excited to have you on our team! ❤️

#CongratulationsAndres #FredAstaireMarlboro #MarlboroFamily #DanceTeacher #DanceFamily FredAstaireDanceStudios ProudMoment

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🎉 Please join us in congratulating Andrés on officially passing his Teacher’s Certification! 🎉 We are incredibly proud of you and so excited to see what the future holds. Andrés joins our team with so much knowledge, talent, and experience, and he is ready to share it all with our students. We feel so lucky to welcome you into our Fred Astaire Marlboro family! We cannot wait for our students to experience your kindness, care, laughter, and passion for dance. This is only the beginning of an amazing journey! 💃🕺✨ Congratulations, Andrés! We are so excited to have you on our team! ❤️ #CongratulationsAndres #FredAstaireMarlboro #MarlboroFamily #DanceTeacher #DanceFamily FredAstaireDanceStudios ProudMoment

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