Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Lancaster

Ballroom dance lessons offer you a great opportunity to expand your social circle, build connections and engage with people in a low-pressure environment, where there are no expectations. It’s perfect for younger singles who want to step up their dating game, couples looking to reconnect, and for adults interested in discovering something new and inspiring, just for them.

Group activities such as ballroom dance lessons can expand your sense of social “connectedness”, which is beneficial to lowering stress and depression levels. Ballroom dance is similar to the practice of mindful meditation (which has been shown to significantly reduce levels of depression and stress) in that it requires you to fully focus your attention, and be present in the moment.

Ballroom dance lessons provide an enjoyable escape from your normal daily routine, plus a chance to relax, relieve stress, and concentrate just on yourself. Our students often tell us that even if they’re “not feeling it” when they arrive for a lesson, once they stretch and start dancing, they’re able to forget about the day’s triggers, simply b-r-e-a-t-h-e and let the dance take over.

A reputable ballroom dance class will typically begin with a few stretching exercises, to get you prepped to execute dance steps with comfort & ease, and to protect against dance-related injury. Beginner dancers especially will notice that the more you dance, the more flexibility and range of motion your body develops.

Ballroom dancing is that perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation, and it can bring so much to your life. It’s a great workout; has documented physical and mental health benefits; can enhance your social life and self-confidence; reduces stress and depression; promotes relaxation; is a wonderful outlet for self-expression and creativity; and it’s FUN!!

Experts at all styles of ballroom dance, incorporating classic Waltz, Foxtrot, sultry Tango, or fun & lively Country Western Two-Step into your Wedding Dance choreography.

Lessons that allow you to move easily and comfortably, with suggestions for appropriate footwear to ensure a positive experience on the ballroom dance floor.

Special introductory packages designed to help you create a dream Wedding Dance that offers great value, with programs tailored to individual goals and budget.

Tailored programs to your style, personality, and priorities for music and dance choice, taught by friendly, certified Dance Instructors.

Gain the skills and confidence to wow guests on the dance floor and create special memories, transforming a potentially nerve-wracking experience into a fun date night.

Fun and relaxing lessons for 'the Big Day' that help couples de-stress and re-energize amidst wedding planning, creating a dance to remember for everyone.

A memorable dance for Father/Daughter and Mother/Son, offering a wonderful compliment to your special day and a way to show love and appreciation to parents.

Learn a few basic steps or choreograph a full dance to your special song for your first dance, making it a unique expression of your love and commitment.

Customized wedding dance instruction programs for couples to gain confidence and skills for their wedding day dance, creating a special First Dance that reflects their style.

Fred Astaire dance instructors hail from all over the world. Many have Fine Arts degrees, and are actively competing and award-winning professional dancers.

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we will tailor programs to meet your individual goals and budget.

At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we will tailor programs to meet your individual goals and budget.

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

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

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

We can help you make your Wedding Day even more special! Whether it be a simple First Dance, to “YouTube-worthy” routines for the entire wedding party, our instructors are ready to help make your dreams a reality.

Ballet and tap stretches can be extremely beneficial as pre-ballroom dance warm-ups, but be sure to talk with your Fred Astaire Dance Studios instructor about a recommended warm-up regimen. This implies these styles might be offered as warm-ups or part of a broader curriculum.

Ballroom dancing is that perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation, and it can bring so much to your life. It’s a great workout; has documented physical and mental health benefits; can enhance your social life and self-confidence; reduces stress and depression; promotes relaxation; is a wonderful outlet for self-expression and creativity; and it’s FUN!!

Students can continue to the Silver Program and then all the way to Gold!

Students can continue to the Silver Program and then all the way to Gold!

Our most popular program, which enables students to dance on any size dance floor, to any music, with any partner, and feel comfortable and confident. From there, students can continue to the Silver Program and then all the way to Gold!

Our Beginner and Social Foundation Programs teach newer students the step patterns and techniques to move comfortably around the dance floor. From there, students can progress to the Bronze Trophy Program (our most popular!), which enables students to dance on any size dance floor, to any music, with any partner, and feel comfortable and confident.

Group classes complement your private lessons, because this is where patterns, technique, and style are learned. Group classes also enable you to meet other students with similar dancing goals, develop balance, and learn the mechanics of dancing.

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.

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.

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!

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!

Looking for something really memorable? Interesting in getting the whole wedding party involved? Bridesmaids? Groomsmen? We can choreograph a “YouTube-worthy” wedding dance for everyone in your party, that’s set to your favorite music!

A memorable Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dance is a wonderful compliment to your special day. Including your parents (or the special friends or family members who will be standing in that traditional role) in your wedding dance is a wonderful way to show your love and appreciation.

Your first dance is an everlasting expression of your love and commitment – for you and your new spouse, as well as for the special guests celebrating with you. In a short time, our qualified instructors will assist in teaching you a few basic steps or choreographing a full dance to “your special song.”

We customize our Wedding Dance Instruction Programs just for the two of you, to give you the confidence and skills to show off your elegance, style – and maybe even a little personality on your wedding day dance floor.

Moldovan folk dance is a captivating tapestry that weaves together history, culture, and emotion, deeply rooted in ancient times and passed down through generations.

Collectively, Fred Astaire Dance Instructors are dedicated to helping you discover the joy of ballroom dancing, and to making your learning experience enjoyable, educational, rewarding – and FUN!

1 x 30min intro, 1 group class and 1 social party for $60. This program is for anyone that is a new student to our studio location. No partner or experience is necessary. One package per individual.

30 min. intro for $30. This program is for anyone that is a new student to our studio location. No partner or experience is necessary. One package per individual.

Learn how to ballroom dance at Lancaster Fred Astaire Dance Studios. It's always fun! Step inside, and discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights, feel and look confident, and have fun doing it. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn & retain more, faster.

Bring your dancing skills to the next level and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Improve your social life and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Enjoy a great way to connect (or re-connect) with your partner and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Engage in a fun & engaging way to exercise and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Start a new hobby and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Learn romantic wedding dances and discover your passion for dance. Our certified instructors and unique teaching method help you learn and retain more, faster – regardless of your age, dancing skills or physical abilities. Learning how to ballroom dance is always fun. Discover a warm, welcoming & 100% non-judgmental community that will inspire you to reach new heights.

Choreograph a 'YouTube-worthy' wedding dance for the entire wedding party, including bridesmaids and groomsmen, set to your favorite music for a memorable experience.