Whether you've danced before, or think you have two left feet, you've come to the right place. Fred Astaire Dance Studio is the premier dance studio.
When you sign up for lessons at the Fred Astaire Ballroom, you'll 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.
Proudly serving Norwalk, New Canaan, Wilton, Darrien, Weston, Westport, and Stamford
We teach Ballroom and Latin Dance to people of all ages and abilities with or without a partner. We have found that dancing brings out the best in people and have made it our personal mission to touch as many lives with our passion for Ballroom dance as possible. Our students call us the happiest, friendliest spot in town due to our welcoming and encouraging staff and atmosphere. We hope that you contact us or stop in to see for yourself.
We are open from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Please call us at 1-203-229-0801 with any questions or to schedule your introductory dance lessons.
Our ballroom dance studio is owned by husband and wife team, Martin & Gina Goethche. We offer a full range of Ballroom and Latin dance lessons for all ages, at all ability levels, and with or without a partner. All dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studio are taught by our Certified Dance Instructors who undergo rigorous and continuous dance training. We provide top notch instruction and remain the best in our industry.
Ballroom Dance Lessons ~ Tango ~ Salsa ~ Waltz ~ Rumba ~ Cha-Cha ~ Swing ~ Mambo
Great Beginnings
Our company began when Mr. Fred Astaire co-founded a chain of dance studios under his name, to make sure that his dance techniques could be preserved and passed onto the public… and on March 7th, 1947, the first Fred Astaire Dance Studio opened, at 487 Park Avenue in New York City. Since then, our network of worldwide dance studios has produced a wealth of amateur and professional dancers, who are the living embodiment of Fred Astaire’s style and grace. And since 1947, we have had the honor & privilege of improving the lives of our students, staff and everyone who is associated with our company, through the joy of lifelong dancing!
Ballroom Dance Lessons Should be FUN!
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 help them realize their ballroom dancing goals in a friendly and inspirational atmosphere. Whether you are interested in wedding dance instruction, are looking for a new hobby or way to connect with your partner, want to improve your social life, or are taking your dancing skills to the next level, Fred Astaire’s teaching method will result in faster learning rates and higher levels of achievement – regardless of your physical attributes or comprehension. And at Fred Astaire Dance Studios, you’ll always find a warm and welcoming community that will inspire you to reach new heights, feel and look confident, and have fun doing it!
Learn Faster, Achieve More
Our proven dance curriculum includes a tiered program of regularly-scheduled Private Lessons, plus Group Lessons and Practice Parties to ensure that you learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention, and the most FUN! Our dance instructors’ repertoire covers the full range of ballroom dances – American, Latin, International Style, Ballroom Style, even Exhibition and Theater Arts dances. Created for both social & competitive dancers, our proprietary dance instruction program ensures you’ll be on your way to confident dancing by the end of your very first lesson! Click here for more information and to find a Fred Astaire Dance Studio near you.
Track Your Progress
The Fred Astaire Trophy System is an easy way for you to track your progress & stay motivated, while you enjoy dancing. Our Beginner and Social Foundation Programs teach newer students the step patterns and techniques needed to move around the dance floor. Students then move on to Bronze, which will enable you to comfortably and confidently dance on any sized dance floor, to any music, with any partner. From there, you can hone your skills and talents within the Silver level, and then all the way to the Gold!
Our Talented Dance Instructors
Fred Astaire Dance Studio instructors are gifted dance educators who hail from all over the world. Many have Fine Arts degrees and are actively-competing, award-winning professional dancers. Our dance instructors complete the rigorous work required to become certified in the Fred Astaire Curriculum, a teaching method that not only teaches the mechanics of partner dancing, but also presents the building blocks of how people ABSORB and RETAIN information. This program ensures a consistent, high-level of dance instruction because it teaches in a way that people naturally learn! Our proprietary dance curriculum is also continuously reviewed by world-famous former dance champions and registered judges on the Fred Astaire National Dance Board, to ensure only the finest, most up-to-date programs for our students.
Exciting Events & Dance Competitions
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’re 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.
Fred Astaire Dance Store
Each Fred Astaire Franchised Dance Studio features an in-studio and online Dance Store, where you can purchase branded products (such as dance shoes, practice wear and more) to keep you looking and feeling your best, on and off the dance floor.
Get Started Today, with a Fred Astaire Dance Studio Intro Offer!
Take advantage of the special introductory offer at your local Fred Astaire Dance Studio, and take the first step towards realizing your ballroom dance goals! Click here to find a location near you – and we’ll look forward to seeing you on the dance floor.
Customer Testimonials
"Wonderful teachers! They understood our needs and quickly offered a program. Very pleasant experience." ~ Nikolai L.
“Excellent dance instruction for all levels in a fun, friendly environment. I have enjoyed dancing at this studio for several years, partly due to the excellent level of instruction, but also due to the family like atmosphere and incredible social circle that comes with the dance community. Whether you are looking to compete, learn a wedding dance, or simply to enjoy the fun Friday night practice parties, this is the place to be! Highly recommend!” ~ Diane K.
“I went to watch Dr Svogun dance and he was having fun so I decided to sign my husband and I up for a free lesson. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and joined for a series of 10 lessons. Anna is a great teacher...very enthusiastic and friendly! We also like the group lessons with Manuel and Anna and the dance practice parties are fun! It has been a wonderful experience learning how to dance with my husband...I would highly recommend it!!!” ~ Sandy P.
Today, one almost can’t turn on the TV or radio, or open a newspaper, magazine, or web page without hearing a mention of Mr. Fred Astaire in reference to dancing. He has left a lasting impact on the world and when people think of a dancing legend, Fred Astaire is the first to come to mind. We are proud of our great dance heritage which began in 1947 when the Master of dance himself, Mr. Fred Astaire, co-founded our company.
Mr. Fred Astaire, considered to be the greatest multitalented dancer of all time, wanted to establish a chain of studios under his name to make sure that his techniques would be preserved and passed onto the public. Mr. Astaire was instrumental in the choice of dance curriculum and instructional techniques. With the opening of the first Fred Astaire Studio on Park Avenue in New York City, Fred Astaire brought his immense talent out of the glamour of Hollywood and onto the dance floors of America and the world.
“Some people seem to think that good dancers are born.” Astaire once observed. “All the good dancers I’ve known have been taught or trained. To me, dancing has always been fun. I enjoy every minute of it. I am glad that I can now put my knowledge to use in bringing personal confidence and a feeling of achievement to so many people.”
Today, numerous Fred Astaire Franchised Dance Studios located in cities throughout North America and internationally, are required to maintain the highest standards of excellence through our National Dance Board and Fred Astaire Franchised Dance Studios curriculum certification. Although Mr. Astaire is no longer with us in person, our studios have produced a wealth of amateur and professional dancers who are the living embodiment of his style and grace.
Ballroom Dance Lessons Norwalk CTBallroom Dance Lessons Norwalk CT If you’ve ever wanted to try ballroom dance lessons Norwalk Ct you’ve probably started the search for a great studio. Well look no further than the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Norwalk! We specialize in teaching people of all ages and abilities the art of ballroom dance. No partner? No problem! We can teach couples or pair individuals with an instructor to dance as their partner. Dances we teach include, Waltz, Salsa, Cha Cha, Swing, Tango and many more! We are also available for first dance lessons or wedding dance lessons in Norwalk Ct.
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Ballroom dance lessons Norwalk CT have never been so beneficial for your mind, body and overall health. Studies lately have been linking dancing (especially ballroom dancing) to relief of symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia. This is due to ballroom dance using motor skills as well as cognitive function. There have also been links to music and memory which make dance lessons in Norwalk CT a win win for overall mental health. Other benefits of ballroom dance are fitness, stress relief, social life and meeting new people, huge boosts in self confidence and self expression.
Our ballroom dance studio also offers wedding dance lessons for couples ready to take the plunge. We are able to teach the Bride and Groom their first dance lessons or even the bridesmaids or groomsmen. We are also available for father daughter dance lessons and mother son dances. Some couples aren’t sure if they want to just learn some basics or go full out. Check out our latest blog to choreograph our not to choreograph. We can assist you in choosing the right song, cutting your music down, or putting multiple songs together. If you want to keep your ballroom dance lessons a secret or invite the entire bridal party our Norwalk dance studio can accommodate it all.
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Fred Astaire, born in 1899, began show business at the age of 5, performing on Broadway and in vaudeville with his sister, Adele. Then he headed to Hollywood where he began a successful partnership with Ginger Rogers for nine movies. He appeared in films with esteemed co-stars such as Joan Crawford, Rita Hayworth, Ann Miller, Debbie Reynolds and Cyd Charisse. He also co-starred with the biggest actors of that time, including Bing Crosby, Red Skelton, and Gene Kelly.
Fred Astaire was not only a great dancer – changing the face of the American movie musical with his style and grace – but he was also an actor in many different dramatic and comedic roles in both movies and TV specials. He won multiple Emmys for his work in television. The Towering Inferno (1974) earned him an Oscar nomination. He received an honorary Academy Award in 1950 for his “unique artistry and his contributions to the technique of musical pictures.”
Fred Astaire died in 1987 from pneumonia. With his passing, we lost a true dancing legend. His effortless lightness and grace may never be seen again. As Mikhail Baryshnikov observed at the time of his death, “No dancer can watch Fred Astaire and not know that we all should have been in another business.”
Although famous for his magical partnership with Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire also danced with the leading ladies of his time, including Cyd Charisse, Lucille Bremer, Joan Leslie, Leslie Caron, Vera Ellen, Barrie Chase, Judy Garland, Eleanor Powell and Rita Hayworth.
“For ballroom dancing, remember that your partners have their own distinctive styles also. Cultivate flexibility. Be able to adapt your style to that of your partner. In doing so, you are not surrendering your individuality, but blending it with that of your partner.”
– Fred Astaire from The Fred Astaire Top Hat Dance Album, 1936
Fred Astaire starred in 31 musical films. He was famous for his collaboration with Ginger Rogers in the following films:
Fred Astaire introduced many classic songs by famous American composers, including:
