3 Best Dance Schools in Long Beach, CA

Arthur Murray Long Beach is a great place for beginners to learn how to dance a large variety of different dance styles. Each student is assigned 1-2 dedicated instructors who provide individual, one-on-one lessons. In addition to open invitation to daily group classes, new students can expect to be provided a structured and accessible curriculum that focuses on technique, styling, and presentation of character. Depending on your individual needs, wedding dance choreography, solo dancers, and even couples looking for a hobby can expect a rich social environment and a close-knit community, especially at the Long Beach location. If you're interested in competing in events, there are a large variety of opportunities to challenge yourself at dance-o-ramas and showcases. The lesson packages and events can, however, be more on the expensive end. So it is important to know that you should be willing to dedicate time and a fair amount of money if you want to be a regular. Otherwise, it is worth giving it a try. They often offer new student specials, so you can always still inquire about an introduction if you're just curious.

Wonderful atmosphere, excellent instructors. We are beginners, we started out with a few private lessons to get some basics and then the group classes. Group is so much fun and then after they have a "dance party" where we practice all different styles. Everyone is so encouraging and you get to dance with partners of all different levels. The studio really makes dance fun and inviting.

Taking lessons and dancing at the Arthur Murray studio is wonderful. In my wildest dreams, I never thought I would enjoy ballroom dancing. My wife and I took a few lessons to dance at my daughter's wedding and we were hooked. Give it a try.

My daughter has been dancing at this studio for 11 years and loves every minute she is there. She has developed great friendships with the other students and looks up to the teachers, who are amazing instructors. She is joining her high school dance team this fall and the studio is so understanding about school commitments and always is flexible with us when needed. At the same time, they produce a professional looking recital every year at the Carpenter Center, a holiday show and offer multiple levels of competition teams. All of the parents, kids, and teachers are down to earth too, while still providing excellent instruction.

Love this studio! Very family friendly! The staff is helpful and informative and they have GREAT instructors. I have 2 daughters that dance here and they not only have learned technique and fun dances, they have made lifetime friendships! I would definitely recommend this studio if you’re looking for a great experience in dance.

We have been part of the CSDA family for 12 years. Our daughter loves dancing there and considers it a second home. She's had some great instruction and we appreciate Leslie and all the other instructors who have spent time helping her to achieve her goals.