Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Greenwood

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we are experts at all styles of ballroom dance – and can incorporate any one (or more!) of them into your Wedding Dance choreography. From a classic Waltz or Foxtrot or sultry Tango, to a fun & lively Country Western Two-Step and more, our certified Dance Instructors can help!

After just a few Wedding Dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studios, you’ll have the skills and confidence to wow your guests on the dance floor and create special memories you’ll always treasure. Wedding Dance lessons are also a great way to have fun and relax before the Big Day.

In less time than you think, our certified dance instructors can help you learn a few basic steps, so you’ll feel at ease and confident on your wedding day.

Visit our Greenwood studio and take advantage of wedding dance instruction that will make your special day even more special. Your first dance is one of the first moments together as a married couple, so make it yours with help from Fred Astaire Dance Studios.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including: Cha-Cha, Foxtrot, Rumba, Salsa, Swing, Tango, Two-Step, Waltz.

Having a specific dance style for your couple’s dance or wedding party dances can help you define your relationship by expressing yourself through the elegant, sophisticated art form that is dance. Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles.

Looking for something extra-memorable? We can choreograph a YouTube-worthy wedding dance for the whole wedding party, that’s even set to your favorite music! Extend those special wedding day moments with an awesome dance routine you’ll want to relive again and again.

Father/daughter and mother/son dances are memorable complements to your first dance. Including your parents (or the loved ones filling that role) in your wedding dance is a special way to show your love and appreciation.

Your first dance is a romantic and everlasting expression of your love and commitment — for the two of you and for the special guests celebrating with you. From a few simple dance steps to get by to a fully choreographed routine, we can help make your first dance as unique as the rest of your wedding.

Book a wedding dance lesson in Greenwood with our expert instructors by calling our team at 317-683-0465 today!

We customize our wedding dance classes for the two of you to give you the confidence and skills to show off your elegance and style on the dance floor on your wedding day. We’ll help you create a special first dance that’s totally yours, whether it’s elegant, contemporary, or just plain fun.

Our proven teaching method includes Private Lessons, Group Lessons and Practice Parties, to ensure you learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention… and have the most FUN doing it!

Our proven teaching method includes Private Lessons, Group Lessons and Practice Parties, to ensure you learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention… and have the most FUN doing it!

Our proven teaching method includes Private Lessons, Group Lessons and Practice Parties, to ensure you learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention… and have the most FUN doing it!

Discover the joy of ballroom dancing and make your learning experience enjoyable, educational, rewarding – and FUN! Fred Astaire Dance Studios is dedicated to helping you discover the joy of ballroom dancing.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios can help make your Wedding Day even more special, from a simple First Dance to a “YouTube-Worthy” routine for the entire wedding party.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios offers dance sessions with gifted dance educators who have a passion for dance. Many instructors have Fine Arts degrees and are actively competing and award-winning professional dancers.

Start dancing with Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Greenwood, IN, and discover your passion for dance: Romantic wedding dances, A new hobby, A fun & engaging way to exercise, A great way to connect (or re-connect) with your partner, To improve your social life, To bring your dancing skills to the next level.

Jive evolved from the popular American dances of the 1930’s such as Jitterbug, Boogie-Woogie, Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, Shag, Rock “n” Roll etc. Eventually all of these styles of dance would be coupled under the Hat of “Jive”, but in the 1940’s a combination of these styles was given the name “Jive” and the dance was born. During World War II American G.I’s took the dance to Europe where it soon became very popular, especially among the young. It was new, fresh, and exciting. It was adapted by the French and became very popular in Britain and eventually in 1968 it was adopted as the fifth Latin dance in International competitions. The modern form of ballroom jive is a very happy and boppy dance, with many flicks & kicks. The Jive music is written in 4/4 time and should be played at a tempo of about 38 – 44 bars per minute. A spot dance not moving along the Line of Dance. Relaxed, springy action is the basic characteristic of the International Style Jive with lots of flicks and kicks in the advanced style.

The Quickstep, with its roots in Ragtime, was developed in the 1920’s in New York from a combination of Foxtrot, Charleston, Peabody and the One-Step. Originally it was danced solo – away from the partner, but later became a partner dance. It was originally given the name “Quick Time Fox Trot” but eventually that name was changed to Quickstep. The dance traveled to England and was developed into the dance that we know today, and was standardized in 1927. In a basic form Quickstep is a combination of walks and chasses but in an advanced stage hops jumps & many syncopations are utilized. It is an elegant and glamorous dance and body contact is maintained throughout the dance.

The Viennese Waltz, as its known today, was first danced by European royalty during the era of the Austrian composers, Johann Strauss I and Johann Strauss II (1800s). Its hallmark charisma and social grace is typical of that period of history. The Viennese Waltz became the only dance of that era which is still performed by the American public.

The Waltz dates back to the country folk dances of Bavaria, some 400 years ago, but was not introduced into “society” until 1812, when it made its appearance in English ballrooms. The Waltz is a progressive and turning dance with figures designed for both a larger ballroom floor and the average dance floor. The use of sway, rise and fall highlight the smooth, lilting style of the Waltz.

During the greatest period of the dance evolution in American history (1910-1914), the Tango made its first appearance. It was instantly a hit with the dance-conscious public for its intriguing, asymmetrical, and sophisticated patterns which added a touch of romance to the country’s dance consciousness. The Tango has no clearly defined origin: it may have originated in Argentina, Brazil, Spain, or Mexico, but it clearly descended from an early Spanish folk dance, the Milonga, and bears traces of Moorish and Arabic ancestry. The Tango first came to be known as such, early in the 20th century in Argentina. It was danced, however, under various names throughout all of Latin America. Years later, Argentine plainsmen or “gauchos,” danced a modified version of the Milonga in the bawdy cafes of Buenos Aires. Argentine and Cuban youth later changed the name (and style) to Tango which was more acceptable to society. The Cubans danced it to habanera rhythms which were syncopated and obscured the basic Milonga rhythm. It was not until after it caught on in Paris and was re-introduced to Argentina, that the music was restored to its native style. For over 60 years, the four beat Tango rhythm has endured and continued to enjoy popularity everywhere as the music is universal with many types of sub-styles. Of all the dances which came into being in the early 20th century, only the Tango has continued to enjoy this much popularity. The Tango is a progressive dance where the staccato movement of the feet and flexed knees highlight the dramatic style of the dance. The Tango is one of the most highly stylized ballroom dances. It is dramatic with measured crossing and flexing steps and poised pauses. Perhaps the main reason for its widespread popularity is that it is danced close to the partner. Take advantage of our special introductory offer for new students, and contact Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Greenwood today. We’ll help you take the first step towards a new and exciting lifestyle, less than 1/2 hour from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

The Foxtrot dance step is believed to have originated around 1912 during the ragtime music era, marking a new phase of ballroom dancing where partners danced closer together and ad-libbed to the music.

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or a way to connect with your partner, want to improve your social life, or want to take your dancing skills to the next level, Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Greenwood will have you dancing confidently – and having FUN from your very first lesson!

Bachata originated in the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean during the early 20th century and includes Indigenous, African, and European musical elements. It became popular in the rural neighborhoods of the island, but was censored almost to extinction during the Trujillo dictatorship (1930–1961) for being a “backward, lower art form for country-people.” After the end of Trujillo’s reign, Bachata flourished again and quickly spread to other parts of Latin America and Mediterranean Europe.

The Paso Doble (or pasodoble), in its classical form dates back many centuries and was originally intended for use at bullfights when the matador was victorious in the arena. The music adapted itself so beautifully to the dance that the villagers danced to the exciting, lively music for hours on end. Americans first viewed the Paso Doble when flamenco dancers used this music to dance the role of a bullfighter. It has been a favorite (in its ballroom version) since the 1930s. In the ballroom version of the Paso Doble, the gentleman usually portrays the bullfighter and the lady is his cape, although there are times when a very strong aggressive action in certain movements seems to suggest the actions of the bull. The Paso Doble moves around the floor and is characterized by sharp movements. A most helpful aid in acquiring the proper feeling is to visualize the pageantry of the matadors, as they make their grand entry into the bull ring and feel the attitude that is displayed during the fight.

The Bolero was introduced to a U.S. audience in the mid-1930s; and at that time, it was danced in its classical form, which was performed to a constant beat of drums. It emerged from this classical form to what was called Son, with a faster and livelier tempo (later renamed as the Rumba). Spanish dancer Sebastian Cereza is credited with creating the dance in the year 1780; since then, the Bolero has remained a true source of expressing sensuous feelings. It is truly the “dance of love.” The Bolero is one of the most expressive dances: the use of arms and hands, legs and feet, as well as facial expression, all contribute to its beauty. Get started with your dancing adventure today, at Greenwood Fred Astaire Dance Studios.

The Brazilian Samba was first introduced to the U.S. Dance Masters in 1929 and became an overnight sensation. The music is an amalgamation of African and Latin American rhythm adorned with expressive, melodic lines. The Samba is festive and lighthearted, and performed today in all parts of the world.

Cha Cha is a dance of Cuban origin, and derives its name from the rhythm developed by a syncopation of the fourth beat. Cha Cha gathers its flavor, rhythm and charm from a derivation of three primary sources: the Mambo, Rumba, and indirectly, the Lindy (with each being danced to the same one-two-three triple step). The Cha Cha, while sprung up from Latin American roots in Cuba, really flowered under North American influence. While closely identified with the aforementioned Mambo, Cha Cha has enough intrinsic individuality to be classified as a distinct dance. Much has been written about the history of the Rumba and the Mambo, while little has been explored about the origins of Cha Cha, despite it being a dance to be reckoned with. Cha Cha’s tempo is anywhere from slow and staccato to fast and lively. It is very much an on-the-beat dance and hard not to inject one’s own feelings into it. This facet, more than any other, makes the dance fun for people of all ages. It is a real let-it-all-out type of dance. Cha Cha is danced in place as the steps are quite compact, with the feet usually no more than 12 inches apart. Popularized in the 1950’s with music by such artists as Tito Puente and Tito Rodriguez, today it is danced to popular night club kind of music.

Rumba (or “ballroom-rumba”), is one of the ballroom dances which occurs in social dance and in international competitions. It is the slowest of the five competitive International Latin dances: the Paso Doble, the Samba, the Cha Cha, and the Jive being the others. This ballroom Rumba was derived from a Cuban rhythm and dance called the Bolero-Son; the international style was derived from studies of dance in Cuba in the pre-revolutionary period which was then popularized by the descendants of African slaves of Cuba. Its tantalizing rhythm first invaded the United Sates in the early 1930s, and has remained one of the most popular social dances. The Rumba is characterized by a smooth, subtle hip motion and a heavy walking step. Of the three styles of Rumba that were introduced to the United States, the Bolero-Rumba, the Son-Rumba and the Guaracha-Rumba, only the Bolero-Rumba (shortened to Bolero) and the Son-Rumba (shortened to Rumba) have survived the test of time. The Guaracha-Rumba quickly faded in popularity when the more exciting Mambo was introduced to Americans in the late 1940s. The Rumba is danced in place as the steps are quite compact. Although the Rumba is not danced with the same body contact that is used in smooth-style dances, there may be times when partnership looks and feels more attractive when a closer contact is felt. A smooth and subtle movement of the hips is characteristic of the Rumba.

The Merengue is danced in place to Latin music. Whether you’re looking for a new hobby or a way to connect with your partner, want to take your dancing skills to the next level, or just want to improve your social life, the teaching methods of Fred Astaire in Greenwood will result in faster learning rates, higher levels of achievement – and more FUN!

West Coast Swing (or Western Swing) quickly gained popularity across the U.S. because of its sophisticated style and easy adaptation to contemporary rock music. A regional style popular on the West Coast of the U.S., the dance made a bid for national recognition in the late 50s and continues to grow in popularity in the 21st century.

Eastern Swing or East Coast Swing or just Swing, evolved from the Lindy Hop and is perhaps the most famous American folk dance. The best known forms of Swing include the Charleston, Black Bottom, and Shag. In the early 1940s, these forms consolidated into what was called the Lindy. The Lindy was first danced as a modified box step, with a slight shuffling movement.

Hustle is a fast, smooth dance, with the lady spinning almost constantly, while her partner draws her close and sends her away. Free rhythmic interpretation is characteristic of this dance.

No other dance from south of the (U.S.) border has ever attained the instantaneous popularity than the zestful Mambo did when it was first introduced from Latin America.

Oozing with a sensuous style, Salsa has it all – passion, energy, and joy. As a dance form, Salsa has its origins in the Cuban Son and the Afro-Cuban dance, Rumba. As it relates to the popular music style, Salsa is continuously evolving, and new modern dance styles are associated and named according to the geographical areas that they are developed in. Some of the popular Salsa styles are Cuban, Columbian, Los Angeles, New York (or Eddie Torres Style), Palladium, Puerto Rican, Rueda, and On Clave. In the early 1970s in New York City, several franchised and independent dance studios, sensing the popularity of the burgeoning dance form capitalized on the Salsa craze by developing a standardized curriculum in which to teach the dance to an eager public. Salsa taught in Fred Astaire Dance Studios is based on Mambo patterns, but danced on the “one.” Take the first step towards realizing your ballroom dance goals, at your local Fred Astaire Dance Studio!

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we are experts at all styles of ballroom dance – and can incorporate any one (or more!) of them into your Wedding Dance choreography. From a classic Waltz or Foxtrot or sultry Tango, to a fun & lively Country Western Two-Step and more, our certified Dance Instructors can help!

Yes! Including your parents (or friends or family members who will be standing in that role) in your wedding dance can make your time on the dance floor extra special, and it’s a demonstration of your love and appreciation for them.

We offer special introductory packages that help you create a dream Wedding Dance that’s a great value. Beyond that, we will tailor a program to meet your individual goals and budget.

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, our Wedding Dance programs are tailored to you – your style & personality, and your priorities for the music and choice of dance. Our friendly, certified Dance Instructors can teach everything from a few simple dance steps to a fully-choreographed routine for your entire wedding party – it’s up to you!

Why should my fiancée and I take Wedding Dance lessons? From ceremony to reception, your wedding day is a celebration of your love for each other. Everything you’re planning – the venue, flowers, attire, food, music, and more will be a reflection of your style and personality, and your First Dance should be, too!

In less time than you think, our certified dance instructors can help you learn a few basic steps, so you’ll feel at ease and confident on your wedding day. Have something bigger in mind? Let us choreograph the whole dance with you — and even include the wedding party!

Prepare to make incredible wedding dance memories with lessons from Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Visit our Greenwood studio and take advantage of wedding dance instruction that will make your special day even more special.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Waltz.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Two-Step.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Tango.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Swing.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Salsa.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Rumba.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Foxtrot.

Our professional dance instructors have experience teaching all types of dance styles, including Cha-Cha.

Having a specific dance style for your couple’s dance or wedding party dances can help you define your relationship by expressing yourself through the elegant, sophisticated art form that is dance.

Father/daughter and mother/son dances are memorable complements to your first dance. Including your parents (or the loved ones filling that role) in your wedding dance is a special way to show your love and appreciation. We’d recommend scheduling a few wedding dance lessons for them, too.

Your first dance is a romantic and everlasting expression of your love and commitment — for the two of you and for the special guests celebrating with you. From a few simple dance steps to get by to a fully choreographed routine, we can help make your first dance as unique as the rest of your wedding.

Put your love on proud display with a dance that’s all your own. Book a wedding dance lesson in Greenwood with our expert instructors by calling our team at 317-683-0465 today!

Theatre arts programs help young people get active, stay healthy, develop grace & poise, establish goal-setting behaviors and build confidence. These lessons are a positive, fun experience for children and teens.

Hip-hop programs help young people get active, stay healthy, develop grace & poise, establish goal-setting behaviors and build confidence. These lessons are a positive, fun experience for children and teens.

Line dancing programs help young people get active, stay healthy, develop grace & poise, establish goal-setting behaviors and build confidence. These lessons are a positive, fun experience for children and teens.

Ballroom & Latin dance programs help young people get active, stay healthy, develop grace & poise, establish goal-setting behaviors and build confidence. These lessons are a positive, fun experience for children and teens.

Fred Astaire Dance Studio Kids’ Dance Lessons are a positive, fun experience for children and teens. Programs help young people get active, stay healthy, develop grace & poise, establish goal-setting behaviors and build confidence. Many types of dance programs are available including Ballroom & Latin dance to line dancing, hip-hop, theatre arts and much more.

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.

From a simple First Dance to a “YouTube-Worthy” routine for the entire wedding party, Fred Astaire Dance Studios can help make your Wedding Day even more special!

Only $45! Every Fred Astaire Dance Studio Dance Instructor is a gifted dance educator with a passion for dance. Fred Astaire dance instructors hail from all over the world.