Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Kansas City
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$50 Introductory Lesson
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! Ballroom dancing has so many incredible benefits.
What are you wanting to achieve with your dancing? Are you just getting started? Do you want to be the best dancer on the dance floor? Do you want to build confidence on and off the dance floor? Are you looking for a hobby to fill your soul with enjoyment and fun?
Dancing with us will do all of that and so much more! The scariest part is coming in for your first lesson. Once you start you’ll be hooked!
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! Create a dance to remember. We offer, an in person, Complimentary Bridal Consultation, which is great way to get started and is best suited for any wedding dance; First Dance, Mother/Son, Father/Daughter, Wedding Party!
Which Dance Style
Suits You Best?
Looking to take your dancing to the next level and have fun while doing it? At Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Kansas City, we offer personalized dance lessons that cater to your unique goals and preferences. Whether you want to get in shape with high-energy styles like Salsa, Cha Cha, and Samba, or you’re looking to add a touch of romance to your relationship with Tango and Rumba, we’ve got something for everyone. If social dancing is more your style, our Swing dance options will help you feel confident on any dance floor.
Our expert instructors will work with you one-on-one to help you discover which dance styles best fit your needs, and our flexible scheduling makes it easy to start when you’re ready.
We’re growing every week! Don’t wait – take the first step towards something amazing and call us today to book your personalized lesson!
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.
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 evolved from the Lindy Hop in the 1940s, and is perhaps the most famous American folk 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
A more modern entry, this disco style was most popular in the nightclub scene from the late 1960s through the 1970s.
Jive
This style evolved from popular American dances of the 1930s such as Jitterbug, Boogie-Woogie, Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, etc.
Mambo
First introduced in Latin America in the 1930s, Mambo attained instantaneous popularity in American film and pop culture.
Merengue
Lore has this dance originating at a royal fiesta honoring a returning war hero, in either Haiti or the Dominican Republic.
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
The Quickstep has its roots in 1920s New York City Ragtime, and only later became a partner 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
Salsa combines passion, energy, sensuous style and joy, and has its origins in the Afro-Cuban dance, Rumba.
Samba
Of Brazilian origin, this festive serenade features a repetitive melody, continually interrupted by the strumming of a guitar.
Tango
The romantic Tango descended from an early Spanish folk dance, and features intriguing asymmetrical and sophisticated dance patterns.
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
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
With its sophisticated style and easy adaptation to contemporary rock music, this 1950s style quickly gained popularity in the U.S.
Have Questions?
At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, all new dance Students can take advantage of our special money-saving Introductory Offer! Simply complete and submit the Intro Offer form on this website to get yours, and we’ll contact you right away to learn about your dance goals and help you set up your first Lesson. Once you discover how much fun ballroom dancing can be, we know you’ll be back for more!
We highly recommend that you schedule your Lessons close together, especially in the beginning. The less time between Lessons means the less you will forget, the less you will need to review, and the more quickly you will reach a confident level in your dancing. We also recommend private Lessons in conjunction with group classes and practice sessions, as it’s the most effective and efficient way for you to learn and stay motivated.
No, it’s not! Our Dance Instructors are all highly-qualified and welcoming professionals, who participate in ongoing dance training throughout their careers. In addition, our progressive system of instruction and unique trophy system make it easy for you to learn. It will take a bit of time to master the various dances and a repertoire of steps, but a steady approach with periodic practice will produce visible results in less time than you’d think. We highly encourage you to keep your Lessons scheduled close together. You will progress more quickly, and it will make your experience more valuable to you. We promise: the learning is fun – and you will be on your way to confident social dancing after your very first dance Lesson!
Dance Student Spotlight
See what adults like you are saying about Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Kansas City.
Fred Astaire will forever be my home away from home! The instructors are knowledgeable and professional! They are the welcome mat at your front door and the last thing you see before you leave for the night! The atmosphere is warm and inviting and makes any beginner feel comfortable! The owners, Amy and Tavier, have truly brought dance back to Kansas City! I’ll be forever grateful for how dance has changed me! It’s truly a place that fosters growth and challenges people beyond the status quo! Let dance transform your life, just as it has mine, and give you the mental clarity you so deserve! I hope God blesses Fred Astaire Kansas City in all the best ways possible!
Studio was beautiful, spacious and a really fun yet intentional vibe. Michele was simply an amazing teacher. Her positive attitude and fun spirit allowed us to quickly learn which was critical given our limited time being fro out of town. She is a special talent. Finishing our last lesson with Hanna was a nice blend as she focus on style to go with our footwork. They complimented each other very well. I felt like all the teachers were very professional. Thank you so much! We will send a video!! Cheers, Bill & Faith Waitsman
Hannah was very patient with us newbies. The in-person private lessons made all the difference. Going in to our wedding feeling confident and excited. We truly appreciate all Hannah did for us. Would definitely recommend classes or private lessons!!!
Ashley was AMAZING and made us feel like we could do this!! Great atmosphere and definitely will be taking more lessons!!!
Had an absolute blast here. Michell helped us coordinate an awesome first dance for our wedding. We can’t wait to surprise our guests!!
My fiancée and I got some dance lessons before our big day and we absolutely loved how much the lessons helped! Riah was a fantastic teacher, and choreographed us a personalized dance that matched our song perfectly. Highly recommend.
Signed up for wedding dance lessons with my partner. The teachers and staff are amazing, I was quickly able to build up my skill and dance confidence from basically nothing. Having successfully impressed at the wedding with our dance (choreographed by Hannah!), the best part was certainly the time spent learning and practicing in the dance studio! Cannot say enough about all the people you will meet at Fred Astaire, will certainly find myself back for some Friday dance parties!
I always look forward to my dance lessons here! Riah, my instructor, always makes me laugh, and the friendly staff including the owner, Amy, make me feel welcome and taken care of every time I come in. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced dancer, this is the perfect place to learn from an incredibly gifted and generous community.
As one of the "OGs" of this studio, I feel qualified to give a review. 5 Gold stars. A++. Top Tier teaching and community building. I had never had any formal dance lessons and now I feel like I could be confident on any dance floor. This review could be several pages long but I keep it simple, short and sweet. Don't hesitate to try out a class or two to get you started!
It's SUCH a wonderful experience! I highly recommend. You don't need a partner- that's what the instructors are for 🙂 that's what held me back from trying it out for so long. AND they have group classes that are included which is great for the social aspects of life! All of the instructors are super knowledgeable and have different styles of teaching which helps all around. There's even a group chat if you're into that kind of thing 😉
I started dancing here to learn a wedding dance in January 2025, and have since begun the Bronze program. So I figured it's probably about time I write a review! Dancing at this studio is the highlight of my day, every day. The environment created by both instructors and students is friendly, supportive, and energetic from the moment you walk in through the front doors. When I began my wedding choreography, both my partner and I had never tried partner dancing. Our instructor, Hannah, worked to give us engaging and beautiful choerography to our chosen song with our wedding attire and skill level in mind. She supported us as she taught us the basics. We had so much fun dancing together and look forward to showing it off in August! I decided to continue my dance journey through the beginner, social foundations and bronze programs since then, and the experience has been invaluable. I am someone who like a challenge, and Fred Astaire gives students so many opportunities to learn throughout the week with different classes in group and one on one settings. Just when I think I am figuring it out, there is something new for me to learn! All of the instructors are quite knowledgable when it comes to technique. My instructor, Riah, is a fantastic dancer and I continue to learn so much from him. He meets me where I'm at mentally and pushes me to do my best, and picks me up when I fall (literally). I highly recommend Fred Astaire Dance Studios in KC to anyone, and I cannot speak highly enough! If you are on the fence about taking lessons or stopping in for a dance party, just do it! You won't regret it.
When I found Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Kansas City, I had already been dancing for several years. I struggled a bit adjusting to a new dance instructor and slightly different curriculum. Tavier, my dance instructor, helped me understand that a transition like this takes time and I just needed to give myself grace. He met my insecurities with patience, kindness, reassurance and encouragement, I regained my confidence and continued to grow as a dancer. I don’t think I will ever be able to fully express how much his belief in me has meant.
I also take styling lessons with Amy, who is an incredibly talented dancer and has a gift for teaching in a way that makes you feel successful and smart after taking a lesson with her. Every instructor at FADS KC has a unique approach to teaching, making lessons interesting and fun.
What truly sets FADS KC apart is the community. Every time I walk in, it’s like walking onto the set of Cheers, everyone knows your name and everyone is so happy to see you. It’s a place where we celebrate each other, whether it’s a couple performing their wedding dance or someone finally figuring out to actually work Cuban motion into your dance!
I also take styling lessons with Amy, who is an incredibly talented dancer and has a gift for teaching in a way that makes you feel successful and smart after taking a lesson with her. Every instructor at FADS KC has a unique approach to teaching, making lessons interesting and fun.
What truly sets FADS KC apart is the community. Every time I walk in, it’s like walking onto the set of Cheers, everyone knows your name and everyone is so happy to see you. It’s a place where we celebrate each other, whether it’s a couple performing their wedding dance or someone finally figuring out to actually work Cuban motion into your dance!
My husband and I took dance lessons at Fred Astair studio in Briar cliff recently!
All I can say is Wowwww !!!!
The studio itself was GORGEOUS . I thought when we entered I would be very intimidated but Amy and her kind and knowledgeable instructors were all so giving , accepting and extremely patient and were eager for us to SUCCEED!!!!!!
The dance lessons were on my bucket list and I so hope I could return and continue for more experience!
My husband and I had a BLAST ! If your on the fence , don’t wait , do it . It’s great exercise, helps your memory, encourages couple coordination and engagement with each other .
We thank you ALL !
Dave and Grace ☺️
All I can say is Wowwww !!!!
The studio itself was GORGEOUS . I thought when we entered I would be very intimidated but Amy and her kind and knowledgeable instructors were all so giving , accepting and extremely patient and were eager for us to SUCCEED!!!!!!
The dance lessons were on my bucket list and I so hope I could return and continue for more experience!
My husband and I had a BLAST ! If your on the fence , don’t wait , do it . It’s great exercise, helps your memory, encourages couple coordination and engagement with each other .
We thank you ALL !
Dave and Grace ☺️
The best most fun studio! The instructors are incredible and will make you look fantastically beautiful dancers.
The coaches create a great environment to learn and practice dance. Michelle(our coach) is amazing. They rrally make it feel like family.
Cameron and I had a fantastic experience learning our first dance at Fred Astaire. Our instructor Michell is incredible and we had such a fun time with her at all of our classes (in the picture above we surprised her with our Twilight shirts after talking about Twilight with her the class before😂). We did 10 lessons about once a week until the week before our wedding. We went from knowing little to nothing about dancing to feeling confident during our dance and even bringing some of our audience to tears🥲 During our lessons we were able to learn a few other steps to use throughout our reception as well. We really enjoyed our experience and would recommend first dance lessons at Fred Astaire to everyone.
Hannah highly impressive instructor, place is like a sanctuary, come in kinda feeling low and the energy just pops…also learning how to DANCE by the way