Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Different than slow waltz, this is a quick rotating ballroom dance with a subtle rise and fall.

Said to be felt in the heart, not the feet, this form of tango relies on intuition and connection.

This is a very quick version of the foxtrot using syncopated feet rhythms and runs.

Tango is a vibrant, playful, and sensual dance style filled with expression and connection.

Best known for smooth, flowing movements across the floor to swing or big-band music.

This dance style is marked by long, flowing movements, where dancers appear to glide around the floor.

This lively dance is modeled after the sound, drama, and movement of a Spanish bullfight.

This lively form of swing dance originated in the United States as a variation of the Jitterbug.

A fun and easy dance made up of simple steps, with its marching rhythms and Cuban motion.

One of the most popular Brazilian dances, the Samba is a festive and lighthearted serenade.

Bolero is truly the “dance of love.” One of the most expressive dances you’ll ever see on the floor.

One of the most emotional Latin American ballroom dances, developed in Cuba in the 1940s.

Developed during the “disco era," this is a fast, upbeat dance with similarities to early swing dancing.

A lively, dance full of passion and energy. The tempo is anywhere from slow to fast and lively.

With a relaxed shuffling movement, the use of upper body sway is also used to highlight the swing.

Bachata is a very sensual dance, often centered around subjects of heartbreak or romantic feelings.

With smooth, subtle hip motion and a heavy walking step, perhaps the most romantic of all dances.

Best with contemporary music, its relaxed movement incorporates many forms of swing.

Gliding with effortless charm, it's all about connection, rhythm, and that unmistakable down-home flair.

Oozing with a sensuous style, Salsa has it all – passion, energy, and joy. There are several popular styles.

Our customized wedding dance lessons give the bride, groom and the entire wedding party the confidence and skills to enjoy their time together. Our qualified professionals can teach you anything for your wedding from a few basic steps to a fully-choreographed, social media worthy routine!

Looking for something really memorable? We can choreograph a “YouTube-worthy” wedding dance for the whole wedding party.

A memorable father/daughter dance is a wonderful complement to a first dance. Your parents will appreciate sharing this moment!

From a few simple steps to a fully choreographed routine, we can help make your first dance as unique as the rest of your wedding day.

We can make your wedding extra special with a dance to remember! We know how important your wedding day is, and we’re here to make it even better. Fred Astaire Boise customizes our wedding dance lessons just for you.

Now that you have learned the basics and are growing in your confidence, what’s next on the horizon? We’ll work with you to customize the next steps in your dance journey depending on your interests and goals and you’ll continue to add to your mastery of the basic elements of social dance. Get ready to shine on the dance floor!

After your introductory lessons, you’ll start to learn basic ballroom dance patterns, foot position, directional movements, and much, much more. Your new skills will grow even faster (and you’ll have a lot of fun) with access to unlimited group classes and social dancing parties, where you can practice your moves to a variety of musical styles alongside the rest of your studio dance family!

First, let’s get to know each other! Whether you think you have two left feet or you’ve been dancing for years, we will take the time to learn about your goals and try out different dance styles in order to design your personalized dance program. Tell us a little bit about your dance experience and interests and we’ll take it from there and have you dancing in no time!

Apply what you've learned in your dance lessons and group classes in a fun, safe, social environment! Apply what you've learned in your dance lessons and group classes in a fun, safe, social environment!

Group classes support your private lessons and typically focus on technique, balance, and mechanics. Group classes support your private lessons and typically focus on technique, balance, and mechanics.

From your first intro dance lesson, you'll have personalized instruction from our certified instructors. No partner? No problem! You'll feel at ease dancing with our certified instructors.

Fred Astaire Boise offers a variety of dance lessons in both International and American Ballroom Styles, in addition to fun local events to make your dance experience exciting and rewarding. There’s always something exciting on the dance and event calendar! Join us for open houses, group classes, practice parties, showcases, spotlights, community outreach events and special coaching sessions.