About Us
At the Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Washington DC we have a common goal. We want all of our students to have fun every time they come in, and at the same time learn and develop the confidence to be able to dance with any partner, on any dance floor, to any music. Through the combination of private lessons, group lessons, and practice parties we can help you meet your goals. We don't just want to teach you steps, we want you to become a dancer.
From beginner to advanced, our customized programs set the standard in dance instruction. The Fred Astaire Franchise began in 1947 when the legendary dancer himself, Fred Astaire, co- founded the company.
Private Dance Lessons
Private Dance Lessons are the easiest and fastest way to become a good social dancer. Your dance instructor will provide you with the personalized attention you need to achieve your goal in dancing. No two people learn the same way or at the same rate. Private dance classes offer much more gain in a comparable period of time than any other type of lesson. The general rule is that you will receive as much from one hour of private dance classes as three to four hours of any other type.
Group Dance Lessons
Group classes are an important addendum to your private instruction. They range generally anywhere from 8 to 15 students. They give you opportunity to dance with a variety of partners, and a chance to meet your fellow students from the studio... Group dance classes are a good way to learn new dance steps that you can take to your private dance lessons for your dance instructor to touch up on
Dance Parties

Dance Parties are as important as dance lessons in the learning process. The dance parties give you a wonderful opportunity to practice what you have learned in your private lessons with various partners, professional dance instructors, other students and guests. Dancing in this relaxed environment eases any stress of dancing in front of other people and builds confidence for all of your future dancing. This is also a great way to meet new friends.
Whether you would like to be a great social dancer, or become a competitor, this is a great place to learn dances from traditional ballroom to nightclub dancing. We offer lessons in all areas, including waltz, fox-trot, tango, swing, cha-cha, rumba, salsa, merengue and others. The Fred Astaire syllabus is based on a Trophy System and develops you to the dancer you would like to be.