Hustle Dance Lessons
Fast, Fun, and Full of Energy
Whether you love the groove of disco music, upbeat hip hop, or Latin-inspired favorites, you’ll find the right beat for your style and learn directly from instructors who make every step feel approachable. Join Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Raleigh and discover the fun energy of our hustle dance lessons—perfect for all skill levels!
The Hustle Style and Orgin
The hustle rose to fame in the 1970s when disco clubs filled with color, excitement, and energy. Known for its syncopated rhythm and continuous flow, the hustle combines Latin influence with smooth turns and playful travel. You can dance it to classic disco, Latin beats like salsa and bachata, or even smooth merengue and blues rhythms, making it a favorite partner dance for weddings, parties, and local events across Raleigh and the Triangle.
Our hustle dance lessons teach rhythm, timing, connection, and clean movement so you can feel confident on any dance floor.
A Quick History of the Hustle
The hustle began as a six-count “touch dance” in New York nightclubs and later evolved into the Latin Hustle, incorporating salsa, cha cha, and mambo. As disco spread worldwide, faster forms like the Three-Count Hustle added expressive spins and musical variety. Today, the hustle blends ballroom, Latin, and swing influences, creating a lively, versatile style that continues to inspire dancers everywhere.
The hustle’s influence extends around the world, uniting dancers through shared rhythm, movement, and music.
Our Hustle Dance Lessons in Raleigh
Our Raleigh dance studio provides a welcoming, encouraging environment for every student. Our professional instructors teach at every level, helping students learn new steps and gain confidence quickly.
As a Triangle dance studio, we focus on smart fundamentals and real-world benefits, confidence, timing, and social ease, so you feel great on the floor.
You’ll learn how to:
- Develop clear lead–follow communication with your partner
- Move with smooth transitions and coordinated turns
- Improve timing, rhythm, and flow
- Feel confident in any social dance setting, from weddings to Triangle clubs
Every lesson is tailored to your pace and goals; whether for social dancing, fitness, or performances at local community events. These social connections make each class fun and motivating.
Perfect for All Dancers
Our hustle dance lessons are perfect for:
- Beginners looking for a fun, easy-to-learn partner dance
- Advanced dancers looking to refine their steps or prepare for a competition
- Dancers returning to the floor to polish technique
- Couples searching for a creative date-night activity or a chance to learn something new
- Anyone who wants a joyful, energizing way to stay active
What You’ll Learn in Class
- 3-count and 4-count basic patterns
- Posture, frame, and partner connection
- Simple underarm turns and rhythm timing
- Multiple spins and turn combinations
- Smooth transitions and floor movement
- Syncopations and musical play
- Directional changes and creative styling
- Musical expression and rhythm interpretation
- Confidence and charisma for any stage or dance floor; skills that open the door to a broader dance world
How We Teach the Hustle
Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Durham offers private lessons, group classes, and social practice parties to help you learn quickly and comfortably.
- Private Lessons: Personalized, one-on-one instruction
- Group Classes: Learn new steps and patterns with peers
- Practice Parties: Apply your skills in a relaxed, social setting
This balance helps you develop rhythm while meeting others who share your passion for dance.
Join Our Social Raleigh Dance Community
Beyond lessons, students enjoy joining local social dance clubs and community events in Raleigh. Many attend evening swing dance nights, Sunday socials, and fundraisers at community centers and venues around the Triangle; perfect opportunities to practice what you’ve learned, meet new friends, and build links within Raleigh’s dance community.
The hustle helps you feel part of a vibrant, welcoming dance world that celebrates movement, music, and connection.
Enjoy 2 Hustle Dance Lessons for Just $59
Ready to learn the hustle in Raleigh, NC? Join our fun, inclusive dance community and bring rhythm, movement, and confidence to your life.
Contact us at (919) 872-0111 or use the form below to check current class availability and sign up. New students can start with our $59 introductory package for two classes.