Fred Astaire has been such an awesome place for me! I started dancing a couple years ago and don't plan to ever stop. The teachers are so nice and make the environment super fun. I had improved greatly and can't say enough how positive this experience has been for me. If you're looking for a fun activity, I highly suggest signing up for a lesson! read more

I can't rave about this place enough. Their coordinator, Bre, is probably the most pleasant human I've ever met in my entire life. Our instructors, Sam & Ilya, were so patient & accommodating, and choreographed the perfect number for us. You definitely get the feeling like you're part of a family when you're here. Every one of the dancers always greeted us and supported us throughout our journey. read more

Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Dance Studios Near Me - Towaco, New Jersey

Absolutely love this dance studio. I found this place through a Groupon deal (two private lessons, two group classes, and two social events for one person or one of each if you're splitting it with someone). I danced for 6 years (not ballroom) in the past but stopped due to financial reasons, so I decided buy the Groupon as a Christmas gift for my boyfriend and I because: 1. I missed dancing like crazy. 2. The Montville location isn't far from home. 3. Ballroom dancing with your boyfriend? ADORBS. Our first lesson last month with Emilia and Ty, who are AMAZING, made me realize how passionate I am about dancing and how much I'd like to continue towards showcases and competitions. My boyfriend really enjoyed it as well, so we signed up for a package before we even finished up our Groupon. The studio has nothing but good vibes, and I have nothing but positive things to say about their staff. I'm looking forward to what I'm capable of as a dancer in a few years, learning here from the best. read more

Samantha and Ilya were our instructors throughout my husband and I's dance journey for our wedding on 6/15/2019. They were both friendly and professional, while still providing an atmosphere that wasn't intimidating to us beginners. We contacted the dance studio only a couple months before our wedding, but they were more than willing to work with our crazy busy schedules. They allow you to use their studio to practice dancing for free whenever you want within their business hours. They host dance party nights and offer free refreshments as well during your stay. We initially came here because of a Groupon, but stayed for more thorough lessons and signed up for a full wedding package. Although it was on the pricier end, we definitely felt our first dance went a lot smoother because of the lessons we received. read more

Beautiful venue. Lighting is great and really sets the mood for the parties. Although, the floor can be a bit sticky even in dance shoes. Staff is friendly enough, from the front desk to the instructors and owners. The instructors are extremely talented dancers that you can tell have invested a lot of time and energy into their own training/dance abilities. You can be assured you are learning from true professionals. As a brand new dancer, some of the higher level dancing and lifts you see can be a bit intimidating but are nice to watch. This is one larger dance floor with no dividers and no secondary/private room. This means there are several lessons going on at the same time. It can create a bit if "congestion" especially because not everyone is working on the same dance styles. Sharing the music system with all the lessons going on at the same time may make it difficult for new dancers to focus and retain the information they are receiving, as well as be a down fall when you're practicing for a showcase/competition. Prices: Ballroom lessons are typically expensive no matter where you go. Franchise studios like Fred Astaire or Arthur Murray tend to be a bit more, however there is accountability and requirements the staff has to meet - so that's a plus. Privately owned studios can be just as expensive, but are generally a bit cheaper. They also tend allow for more leniency on lessons you can/want to take. Typically franchise studios thrive on private lessons where privately owned studios; you'll often see they offer 6-8-week group classes or even drop in rates along with the option for private lessons. If you're looking to learn professional & competition level dancing, Fred Astaire most certainly has you covered. It comes with a price tag, but from where I sit if that's what you want, you'll get your money's worth here. If you're looking for something more social - shop around and see where you feel most comfortable physically and financially. read more

My fiancé and I started going here to prepare for our first dance for our wedding. I originally found out about the place through a Groupon three years ago that we purchased but never used. They were extremely, needing to use the face value of the Groupon that expired and our first session was with Ty and Nikki. They are both wonderful and we have had three lessons with Ty so far, all of which of been super fun. I have 16 years of classical ballet training, and I fiancé was a football player through high school and college. It is wonderful how accessible Ty makes dancing for my fiancé. At this point we would definitely like to continue the lessons after the wedding. It is something really fun to do together rather than sitting on the couch on a Saturday night. Plus, they have late hours to accommodate our work schedules. read more

My husband and I began lessons three years ago, but had to stop after we signed up for our second package due to illness. We never asked for a refund as we thought we would be able to return to our lessons quickly. Three years later, the studio still honored the credit for the package of lessons. We are now seven months into our lessons and love them. It is so much fun to take what we have learned and feel great on the dance floor at weddings and other dancing events. Jamie and Anya are great teachers and the entire staff is warm and friendly as are the other students when you encounter them at studio sponsored events. read more

My wife and I have been taking dance lessons at this studio for close to a year. The professional dancers are incredibly warm, friendly, and fantastic instructors.They have a vast amount of patience and have transformed me from a dancer with two left feet to someone who has confidence leading my dance partner through a variety of dances. I highly recommend this location for its big ballroom floor, its warm and community atmosphere, but most importantly for the instructors!! The parties, group lessons, individual lessons and programs provide ample opportunity to dance and socialize. I highly recommend this dance studio. read more