Fred Astaire Dance Studios - New York Downtown

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Our studio is at 160 Broadway, in the Financial District — an easy trip from anywhere in Lower Manhattan.

We teach adults of every age and level, and you don’t need a partner. Most students start with a $50 private introductory lesson: 30 minutes one-on-one with a professional instructor, built around your goals — a new hobby, date night, or a wedding first dance.

Private lessons come with weekly group classes and monthly practice parties, so you are dancing with other people from the very start.

Tell us when you would like to come in, and we will set up your first lesson.

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Dance Lessons in Downtown NYC

Learn ballroom & Latin dance in Downtown Manhattan at Fred Astaire Dance Studios. No partner needed! Book your $50 intro lesson and start dancing today.

When you continue with private lessons, your lessons come with weekly group classes and monthly practice parties.

DANCE FOR THE FUN OF IT!

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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Have a little fun!

Dance with people, not just in lessons

Every week, our students join group classes and a monthly practice party. You learn steps in your private lessons, then you use them with real music and real people. It is friendly, it is social, and it is the fastest way to feel at home on a dance floor.

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.

Start with a $50 Wedding Dance Consultation

In 30 minutes, you and your teacher try a few dances, talk about your song and your wedding day, and see what your first dance can look like. Then your teacher builds a plan that fits the time you have before the wedding.

Call 917-442-4522, or tell us your email and a time that works.

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! 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

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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Have Questions?

How much is the first lesson?

$50. It is one private lesson, 30 minutes, one-on-one with a teacher.

Do I need a partner?

No. Most of our students come on their own. Your teacher dances with you.

I have never danced. Is that a problem?

No. Most of our students start with no experience. We start with basic steps and go at your pace.

How long are lessons after the intro?

Private lessons are 45 minutes. Your program also includes weekly group classes and monthly practice parties.

When are you open?

Monday to Friday, 12 PM to 9 PM. Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM. Sunday by appointment.

There is no online booking. Call 917-442-4522, or send us your email and a time that works for you, and we will confirm your lesson.