Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Summit

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Expertly Crafted Dance Lessons for All Levels

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced dancer, our studio in Summit, NJ, caters to all skill levels. Explore the art of movement through our comprehensive dance lessons and classes, each meticulously crafted to enhance your abilities and confidence on the dance floor.

Embrace the Rhythms of Salsa, Bachata, and More

Immerse yourself in the infectious beats of salsa and the sensual allure of bachata through our specialized salsa dance lessons and bachata dance lessons. Our seasoned instructors infuse these Latin styles with passion, ensuring an exhilarating and enriching learning journey.
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Tailored Wedding and Ballroom Dance Lessons

Make your special day even more memorable with our tailored wedding dance lessons. Our instructors work closely with couples, choreographing elegant routines that reflect their unique love stories. Additionally, explore the finesse and grace of ballroom dance through our dedicated wedding and ballroom dance lessons.

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Which Dance Style
Suits You Best?

As a Fred Astaire Dance Studios student, you can choose which dance style you’d like to learn first based on what’s most appealing, and your individual dance goals!

Argentine Tango Dance Lessons Summit, NJ

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 Dance Lessons Summit, NJ

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.
Cha-Cha Dance Lessons Summit, NJ

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.
East Coast Swing

East Coast Swing

East Coast Swing evolved from the Lindy Hop in the 1940s, and is perhaps the most famous American folk dance.
Foxtrot Dance

Foxtrot

In 1912, Vaudeville dancer Harry Fox was the first to use the “slow step”, danced to an exhilarating new style of music – ragtime.
Hustle Dance

Hustle

A more modern entry, this disco style was most popular in the nightclub scene from the late 1960s through the 1970s.
Jive Dance

Jive

This style evolved from popular American dances of the 1930s such as Jitterbug, Boogie-Woogie, Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, etc.
Mambo Dance

Mambo

First introduced in Latin America in the 1930s, Mambo attained instantaneous popularity in American film and pop culture.
Merengue Dance

Merengue

Lore has this dance originating at a royal fiesta honoring a returning war hero, in either Haiti or the Dominican Republic.
Paso Doble Dance

Paso Doble

This dance dates back many centuries, and was originally intended for use at bullfights when the matador was victorious in the arena.
Quickstep Dance

Quickstep

The Quickstep has its roots in 1920s New York City Ragtime, and only later became a partner dance.
Rumba Dance

Rumba

Characterized by a smooth, subtle hip motion and a heavy walking step, Rumba first invaded the U.S. in the early 1930s.
Salsa Dance

Salsa

Salsa combines passion, energy, sensuous style and joy, and has its origins in the Afro-Cuban dance, Rumba.
Samba Dance

Samba

Of Brazilian origin, this festive serenade features a repetitive melody, continually interrupted by the strumming of a guitar.
Tango Dance

Tango

The romantic Tango descended from an early Spanish folk dance, and features intriguing asymmetrical and sophisticated dance patterns.
Viennese Waltz Dance

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.
Waltz Dance

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.
West Coast Swing Dance

West Coast Swing

With its sophisticated style and easy adaptation to contemporary rock music, this 1950s style quickly gained popularity in the U.S.

PROUDLY CALLED FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIOS

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we uphold the highest standards of dance education and professionalism. Join us at our premier studio, meet our top-rated dance instructors and experience the legacy of excellence that defines our teachings.

Embark on your dance journey today at our esteemed Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Summit, NJ. Let the rhythm guide you as you explore various dance styles and unlock your full potential with our expert guidance and nurturing environment. Contact us today for more information. Contact us today to enroll in your first dance class or for more information on the types of dance lessons we offer, our day or evening class scheduling, etc…

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