Ballroom Dance Lessons in Miami, FL: Waltz to Foxtrot
With ballroom dance lessons in Miami, you learn the waltz, foxtrot, Viennese waltz and
quickstep from the ground up.
Ballroom is partner dancing at its most graceful. Each dance brings its own tempo, mood and
signature figures. Knowing several gives you options every time the music changes.
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All that for just $49! ( Can be taken solo or with a partner )
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Start Ballroom Dance Lessons in Miami One-on-One
Ballroom at Fred Astaire Dance Studios – Miami Beach starts with private instruction. Each
private lesson pairs you with a ballroom dance instructor for the full session. Together you
polish technique, rhythm and style.
Once the basics feel familiar, group ballroom dance classes add extra floor time. Changing
partners in class is good practice for social dancing, where you won’t always know who’s across
from you.
Singles and couples both train here.
The Ballroom Dances on Your Program
Our ballroom dance classes focus on dances that glide around the room. Each asks something
different of your feet and your frame.
The Waltz
Danced in 3/4 time, the waltz sends couples whirling around the floor on even, recurring beats.
It became fashionable in Europe in the late 1700s. Early on, some even called it a wicked
dance, because a man held a lady’s waist. Its rise and fall is part of the thrill. It comes in three
tempos: slow, medium and the fast Viennese waltz. The slow and medium versions are
American inventions. The figures suit a large ballroom and an average dance floor alike.
The Viennese Waltz
This is the fast version, and it originated in Austria. Joseph Lanner and Johann Strauss wrote the first waltzes in the early 19th century. The style danced today was choreographed by Paul Krebs in the mid-20th century. The quick tempo calls for real control and stamina. Rise comes through the knees and body, rather than lifting above normal height. Natural and reverse turns carry couples around the edge of the floor. Hollywood productions have featured it, too.
The Quickstep
Hops, skips and kicks give the quickstep its quick, lively feel. It began as a faster foxtrot blended with the Charleston and jazz influences. First called the “Quick Time Fox Trot,” it was standardized in England in 1927. It was first danced solo, away from a partner, and only later became a partner dance. At a basic level, it combines walks and chassés. Body contact is kept throughout, which gives the dance an elegant, glamorous look.
The Foxtrot and Ballroom Tango
The foxtrot rounds out the classics with a smooth, sophisticated feel. Its name comes from Harry Fox, a vaudeville dancer believed to have introduced the “slow step” around 1912. Back then, it let partners dance closer together and ad-lib to exciting new ragtime music. Ballroom tango adds drama, and the studio’s tango classes in Miami teach it alongside Argentine tango.
Ballroom for First-Timers
Some students are stepping onto a dance floor for the first time. Others are seasoned performers refining their technique. Lessons are built from wherever you’re starting.
Learning Without a Partner
Arriving alone is completely fine. In private lessons, you often dance with your instructor. That means a skilled lead or follow from your first steps. Coming solo also leaves room to meet other students
Learning as a Pair
Partners are welcome to book together. Side by side, you practice lead and follow as a team and share the fun of each new step. Booking as a pair can turn ballroom into a weekly shared activity.
Ballroom Stories From Our Students
Thank you Dan and Kamil (THE BEST!) They have a way of breaking things down so that learning feels natural, encouraging, and even fun. What has surprised me most is how much they have helped me express something inside of myself that I didn’t even realize was there.
Since then, I’ve gone from a beginner to competing at two USDC competitions in Orlando, even earning second place in my Bronze Pro-Am division across all 9 dances. I feel blessed to have found the studio. In addition to the joy of dancing, I’ve lost 45 lbs along the way!
Attending lessons at their studio is the highlight of my week. Thank you for all the laughter, teaching me the art of ballroom dance, and inviting my family to be a part of yours. I adore you both!!!
I have tried several teachers in the past to help me with salsa. I never had success.
Here at Fred Astaire studio Donata was a new teacher and she was patient and enabled me to be a confident dancer within 2 months. The owners and staff are very friendly and treat you like family.
I highly recommend.
I highly recommend!! Allie, Dima and Dan are wonderful dancers and teachers.
Dancing is happiness!
Reserve a Ballroom Lesson in Miami, FL
Pick the dance you want to learn first, then reserve a $49 introductory lesson. You can also stop by 1055 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154, or phone (786) 300-5686.
We’ll plan your ballroom dance lessons in Miami around that first choice.
Before Your First Ballroom Lesson
What Do Ballroom Dance Lessons for Beginners Cover?
The basic steps, the dance hold and moving in time with the music come first. Ballroom dance lessons for beginners start with one dance, chosen with you based on your goals. New figures are added at a comfortable pace. Starting with a private lesson means your very first steps get full attention. Each small win builds momentum for the next lesson.
Who Is My Ballroom Dance Instructor?
Every instructor on our Bay Harbor Islands team is certified. Each has trained and competed at a national or international level. That experience is behind every lesson, from your first basic step onward.
Why Choose Ballroom Dance Lessons for Adults?
Reasons vary. Some adults want a fun social outlet. Others want a new hobby or a creative way to stay active. Ballroom covers all three at once. It also gives a busy week something to look forward to.
What's the Atmosphere Like at Your Ballroom Dance Studio?
Supportive and fun. Our ballroom dance studio encourages everyone to learn, grow and enjoy themselves. Beginners and experienced dancers share the same floor. Seeing it in person at your first lesson is the easiest way to judge the feel. That visit can also help you decide which dance to start with.
When Are Ballroom Dance Classes in Miami Held?
Private lessons are booked around your schedule, with afternoon and evening slots available. That makes ballroom dance classes in Miami easier to fit around work. Mention your preferred time when you book. A fixed weekly time also helps dancing become a habit.