Fred Astaire Dance Studios Solana Beach offers ballroom, Latin, and wedding dance lessons for beginners, couples, and anyone ready to feel comfortable on the dance floor. Instruction overseen by Jonathan Roberts, former World and US Ballroom champion, 7 seasons on Dancing With the Stars.
No experience needed
No partner required
Private + group + practice
Beginner-friendly studio
Tell us what you’re looking for.
Tell us what you’re looking for, and we’ll help you choose the right first step.
We’ll follow up quickly to learn your goals and help schedule the best starting option.
Beginner-Friendly
Private Lessons +
Group Classes
Wedding Dance
Programs
Warm, Supportive
Studio
5.0 Google & Yelp Rating
Every lesson at Fred Astaire Dance Studios Solana Beach is overseen by Jonathan Roberts, former World and US Ballroom champion, 7 seasons on Dancing With the Stars. His method shapes how every instructor here teaches, from a first private lesson to a wedding routine, so you are learning from championship level guidance no matter where you start.
World and US Ballroom champion, with titles in Smooth, Latin, and American Ballroom; 7 seasons on Dancing With the Stars.
Competitive ballroom dancer specializing in Latin DanceSport, with multiple competition wins and a passion for performance, technique, artistry, and teaching.
Professional American Rhythm finalist and ballroom instructor, with a competitive career spanning 10-Dance in Russia and professional DanceSport in the USA
Competitive ballroom specialist in Latin and Rhythm, teaching since age 16 across Southern California for over a decade, including at the Orange County School of the Arts.
Collegiate Ballroom National Champion and versatile performer trained in ballroom, Latin, and musical theatre, with a passion for storytelling through movement.
Not everyone starts dancing for the same reason. Pick the path that fits where you are right now.
Never danced before? This is the place to start. We’ll keep it simple, clear, and pressure-free.
One-on-one instruction built around your goals, pace, comfort level, and schedule.
Learn in a social setting where you can practice timing, movement, and confidence with others.
A fun way to connect, move together, and feel more comfortable for date nights or special occasions.
Simple first dances, polished routines, and help feeling relaxed before the big moment.
Start with personal coaching, build confidence in class, then use what you learn in real practice. You’ll know what to do, where to step, and how to move without overthinking it.
Meet your instructor, talk through your goals, and learn simple steps at a pace that feels comfortable.
Practice timing, movement, and partner skills in a relaxed group setting where everyone is learning.
Try your steps in a fun social setting so dancing starts to feel natural, not memorized.
Whether you want a simple first dance, help choosing the right style for your song, or a more polished routine, we’ll build a plan around your comfort level, personality, and timeline.
Every style we teach falls into one of these families. Not sure where you fit? Start with an intro lesson and we’ll help you choose.
Elegant partner dancing: Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, and more.
Graceful, flowing dances built for moving across an open floor.
Latin-inspired energy with sharp, expressive footwork.
The best proof is how students feel after they start: more comfortable, more confident, and excited to keep going.
Visit our Solana Beach studio for beginner-friendly ballroom dance lessons, private instruction, group classes, and wedding dance coaching.
Convenient for students in Solana Beach and nearby North County communities.
140 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite 100 Solana Beach, CA 92075
858-209-8402
Mon - Friday: 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sat - Sun: (Closed)
Tell us whether you’re starting as a beginner, coming with a partner, or planning a wedding dance, and we’ll help you choose the right first lesson.
Beginners welcome. No partner required.