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Learn the art of ballroom dance in NYC and discover the elegance and beauty of styles like waltz, tango, foxtrot, and more, perfect for beginners or experienced dancers looking to refine their skills.

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Open Standard Choreography

Stepping Out Studios @ 37 W 26th St , New York, NY

Students enrolled in this class will learn to master their skills on standard dances. Many of the American style dances developed through the strong influence of Arthur Murray, who established a chain of dance studios, for which these dances were formalized. All the dances are developed from left turning patterns first. One of the most noticeable differences from the international style dances is that you can add open position figures and under...

(204) Advanced 18 and older
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Dance Basics Crash Course for Couples & Singles

You Should Be Dancing @ 412 8th Ave, New York, NY

Full Course Title: Dance Basics Crash Course for Couples & Singles: Cha-Cha, Waltz, Tango Learning the basics to partner dancing is a great experience to have with your significant other, or a great way to learn some new moves while meeting others. You can register as a single, or as a couple (stay with your partner throughout the workshop). Guaranteed a fun way to spend the afternoon!

(36) Beginner 18 and older
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Hustle: Ladies’ Styling & Leaders’ technique

You Should Be Dancing @ 412 8th Ave, New York, NY

Hustle is one of those dances with lots of arm styling, turns, and fast movement. Leaders- learn how to lead all those impressive steps with clarity and precision to make your follower look good.  Followers-learn what to do with your arms to make you you look confident and impressive, as well as making all those other moves seem effortless and looking sharp. Group classes rotate partners for best learning experience.

(36) All levels 18 and older
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Newcomer Foxtrot & ChaCha

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

The Fox Trot is undoubtedly America’s best loved dance form. It is a smooth progressive dance characterized by continuous flowing movements. The original style was simple, unrefined and moderately fast. It is the first dance from to introduce the ‘Slow’ count. A basic understanding of the Fox Trot’s rhythm makes it easier to pick up other dance steps.  The Cha Cha Cha or simply Cha Cha is a fast rhythmic dance of Cuban origin and among...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Waltz & Hustle

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

Simply graceful and elegant, those are words that describe the Slow Waltz. The smooth progressive dance has been danced to slow ballads and instrumental music in 3/4 time since the early 1800s when it was introduced into the English ballrooms.  The Viennese Waltz is considered a dance with aristocratic glamour and not without good reason. The dance form is steeped in history when it comes to ballroom dancing. It is the primary form of ballroom...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Waltz & Foxtrot

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

About Fox Trot The Fox Trot is undoubtedly America’s best loved dance form. It is a smooth progressive dance characterized by continuous flowing movements. The original Harry Fox versions, which is a combination of walks and chasses is the Bronze level Fox Trot. The Silver American Fox Trot adds continuity while the Gold level features open, apart, and side by side movements, which were the made famous by the invincible dancing duo of Fred Astaire...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Waltz & Tango

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

No dance form can convey elegant passion the way the Argentine Tango does. It is the most sensual version of the Tango. It’s a celebration of life in the South American country while it was labeled dirty dancing in the United States. That’s because of those extremely sensuous moves that make up this wonderful dance form.  The Argentine Tango was introduced in New York in 1921 by the silver screen’s most loved Latin Lover, Rudolph Valentino...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Hustle & Swing

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

If you were into the dancing scene in the 1970s and 1980s, you are sure to have danced the hustle. For the uninitiated, the Hustle is a dynamic, flashy and powerful dance form that originated in the 1970s. It is rooted in a 6 count basic although the final form is a 3 count basic with some extended patterns. The Hustle was designed for the club and party music scene and is known as the ‘sports car’ of the dance family. In the Hustle, the Leader...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Waltz & Merengue

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

Simply graceful and elegant, those are words that describe the Slow Waltz. The smooth progressive dance has been danced to slow ballads and instrumental music in 3/4 time since the early 1800s when it was introduced into the English ballrooms.  The Viennese Waltz is considered a dance with aristocratic glamour and not without good reason. The dance form is steeped in history when it comes to ballroom dancing. It is the primary form of ballroom...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Rumba & Waltz

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

Simply graceful and elegant, those are words that describe the Slow Waltz. The smooth progressive dance has been danced to slow ballads and instrumental music in 3/4 time since the early 1800s when it was introduced into the English ballrooms. This was the first time a man and woman held a close dance position, which raised eyebrows at a time when society was not so forgiving or lacked a modern outlook. However, it was the criticism that made the...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Foxtrot & Hustle

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

The Fox Trot is undoubtedly America’s best loved dance form. It is a smooth progressive dance characterized by continuous flowing movements. The original style was simple, unrefined and moderately fast. It is the first dance from to introduce the ‘Slow’ count. A basic understanding of the Fox Trot’s rhythm makes it easier to pick up other dance steps. If you were into the dancing scene in the 1970s and 1980s, you are sure to have danced...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Newcomer Waltz & Cha Cha

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue @ 286 5th Ave, New York, NY

Simply graceful and elegant, those are words that describe the Slow Waltz. The smooth progressive dance has been danced to slow ballads and instrumental music in 3/4 time since the early 1800s when it was introduced into the English ballrooms. The Viennese Waltz is considered a dance with aristocratic glamour and not without good reason. The dance form is steeped in history when it comes to ballroom dancing. It is the primary form of ballroom dancing...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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Ballroom Basics

Bronxville Adult School @ 177 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY

Learn the basics of some of your favorite ballroom dances, such as  merengue, swing, waltz, tango, foxtrot and more while learning partnering techniques for leading and following.  No partner necessary, just your sense of adventure and sense of humor!  Please wear comfortable clothing appropriate for exercise and dance shoes or sneakers.

(20) Beginner 18 and older
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Gay Ballroom

Stepping Out Studios

Students attending this class will learn Tango, ChaCha, Salsa and more with a same sex partner. This class is dance with a same sex partner. Students will learn from Robbie Tristan, world champion and Gay Games gold medalist. Note: A dance partner is not required for this class.

(204) All levels 18 and older
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Dance Legends Workshop with Jose and Joanna DeCamps

Stepping Out Studios

Join Jose and Joanna Decamps for their hour long American Rhythm workshop

(204) All levels 18 and older
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Hustle Transition to Excellence - Beginner/Intermediate

Stepping Out Studios

Hustle developed in the 1970s as a street dance, was introduced to American audiences in the hit movie Saturday Night Fever, and is still going strong with a following of over a million people dancing to contemporary pop music as well as 70s disco classics. A challenging dance where the follower almost constantly spins, hustle showcases divas! There are Hustle parties and competitions year round, including Stepping Out’s own Wednesday night “Hustle...

(204) Beginner 18 and older
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Silver Screen

Stepping Out Studios

Enjoy learning from Heather and Lou — their relaxed and easy approach will prepare you for all those (awkward) special occasions. We at Ballroom Dancing For Tough Guys™ are dedicated to teaching anyone — from the most uncoordinated guy or girl to the man or woman who thinks they know it all — how to feel comfortable on the dance floor for your wedding, anniversary, office party or  just a special romantic night out.  

(204) Beginner 18 and older
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Argentine Tango - Advanced

Stepping Out Studios @ 37 W 26th St , New York, NY

An intensely passionate dance that will capture your feet and your soul. Your life will never be the same as you enter the nocturnal world of ochos, sentadas, and milongas. On any given night, NYC provides dancers with many Tango dance spots to hone their new steps and technique. Enjoyable at any level, Tango becomes more physically and intellectually rewarding as your relationship with the Buenos Aires-born dance deepens. Note: Please ask your...

(204) Advanced 18 and older
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Intermediate American Smooth

Stepping Out Studios

This class is an intermediate level class in the following style of dance: Waltz – Languid, fluid dancing to a slower 1-2-3 rhythm Tango – Dramatic stalking walks with sharp contrasts between slow and sharp movements Viennese Waltz – Flowing waltz danced to a quicker 1-2-3 rhythm than American Waltz Foxtrot – The steps may be different, but think of Astaire and Rogers dancing American Rhythm ChaCha – Flirtatious...

(204) Intermediate 18 and older
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Newcomer Samba & Salsa

Arthur Murray Manhattan 5th Avenue

Salsa A fun, flirtatious dance style, Salsa is perfect for those interested in taking their dancing out of the studio and into the club.  There are designated Salsa clubs all over the city, and, even if you’re not one to hit the town too often, you are bound to have a fabulous time learning this style! Like some of the other styles, Salsa is varied and comes in more than one type– discover which is your favorite in a private session or...

(3) Beginner 18 and older
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