World Dance Schools

    Bronx Dance Theatre, North America

  585 E 187th St # 2 - Bronx - Bronx, NY           
Students learn discipline while experiencing the joy of dance. Preparing Bronx youth to become independent and productive citizens. Strong emphasis on classical dance techniques distinguishes Bronx Dance Theatre from all the other dance programs in the Bronx. Students have the opportunity to participate in professionally staged shows, an experience that informs their life (and delights their families).
Bronx Dance Theatre offers quality professional training in Classical Ballet (Russian technique), Lyrical and Broadway Jazz, Tap, Contemporary (Horton and Graham techniques), Acrobatics, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, and Belly Dance.
    SHOCKra Studio, North America
  114 East 28th Street, #2A - New York, NY           
Providing wellness services in an un-intimidating environment to those seeking health and happiness. Our focus is an integrated lifestyle of physical fitness, personal awareness and self-expression. With sincere integrity and excellence, our forward-thinking professionals support and guide you through this portentous journey to a rewarding, more energized life.
    Ballerine Studio de Dança, South America
  Av. das Américas, 555 cob.303 - Barra da Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Desde sua criação em 1995, a Ballerine Studio de Dança vem conquistando seu espaço no cenário cultural de nossa cidade. A partir de 2000, o Studio está sob a direção artística da bailarina e coreógrafa Adriana Gama.
    Jam Dance & Fitness Center, North America
  227 Bedford Avenue - Bellmore, NY           
A studio with the most energetic and creative dance classes! Acclaimed choreographers and owners - Lori Barone and Michele Cuccaro - have set Long Island on fire with their two beautiful JAM locations in Great Neck and Dix Hills. Known for its electrifying choreography and vibrant, professional staff, JAM is the ultimate in dance experience!
    Passo Básico Dança de Salão, South America
  R. Teixeira Mendes, 181 - Cidade Jardim - Belo Horizonte, MG           
A equipe Passo Básico conta com mais de 50 pessoas entre administração, professores, professores-assistentes, assistentes e bolsistas que trabalham diariamente dando aulas, cursos, fazendo apresentações, promovendo os bailes da academia, participando de workshops e eventos relacionados à dança, tudo isso com o objetivo de levar aos alunos o que há de melhor no ensino e na prática da dança de salão.
    Merce Cunningham Dance Company, North America
  55 Bethune Street - New York, NY           
Wdely recognized as the greatest living choreographer. Earlier in his career he was also one of the greatest American dancers. His earliest dance training was in tap and ballroom dance, with a local teacher, Mrs. Barrett, in his hometown of Centralia, Washington: before he was a modern dancer, Merce was a hoofer. What he also learned from Mrs. Barrett was that “dance is most deeply concerned with each single instant as it comes along.”
    Dance Arts Development Center, North America
  835 Connetquot Avenue - Islip Terrace, NY           
"Our mission is to offer professional dance training in all genres of dance. We strive to expose young aspiring dancers to opportunities that will enhance their dance knowledge and training. We will work as mentors to dancers, and give them ample opportunities to perform dance as an art form. We are not a typical “competition team”. We will not put winning above training. We will nurture dancers in a positive structured environment."
    Piel Canela Dance & Music School, North America
  151W 26th Street, 6th Floor - New York - New York, NY             
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"A non profit organization dedicated to bringing the world of Salsa/Mambo, Dance and Music to non-professionals and professionals alike. We offer affordable group and private classes structured within a friendly, fun and sympathetic atmosphere. Our instructors are devoted to teaching our dance and an appreciation of our history and music."
    Manhattan Motion Dance Studios, North America
  215 West 76th Street, 4th Floor - At Broadway - New York, NY           
Dance Classes For Fun, Fitness & Inspiration!
    Arthur Murray Dance Studio, North America
  16 West 57th Street - New York - New York, NY             
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As America's second oldest franchise organization, Arthur Murray International, Inc. is known around the world as a prominent entertainment company with franchises located throughout the United states, Canada and Puerto Rico, Europe, the Middle-East, Japan, South Africa and Australia. With the beginning of a new millennium, social dancing is again a significant part of popular culture for all generations. Today the Arthur Murray Franchised Dance Studios continue a tradition of more than 88 years in teaching the world to dance. The history of the Arthur Murray Franchised Dance studios began in 1912 with a man named Arthur Murray, an American symbol of entrepreneurial success and social dancing. Murray was among the first to use advertising techniques considered cutting edge at the time. His concept of selling dance lessons by mail, one step at a time, took the use of direct mail to a new level.
    Escola Carioca de Dança, South America
  Rua Barão de Mesquita, 482 - Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Marcelo e Vanessa, professores, bailarinos e coreógrafos, dançam juntos profissionalmente, desde 1996. Começaram na Dança de Salão, mas logo se apaixonaram pelo Tango, inicialmente, sob orientação dos Professores Paulo Aaújo e Jaime Arôxa.
A dupla realizou trabalhos importantes no teatro, entre eles o Espetáculo “Entretangos” apresentado no Teatro Ipanema, no Teatro Municipal de Niterói e no Iate Club do Rio de Janeiro, a peça “Tango” no Teatro Ipanema e em Furnas; Espetáculo promovido pelo SESC e Orquestra Sinfônica Brasileira em turnê pelo Brasil, além de participarem de grandes shows no Hotel Copacabana Palace, na Cia. Fraco-brasileira “La salsamba” em São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro e Los Angeles, como também diversas apresentações pelo Brasil Argentina e França.
Como professores, ministraram aulas em várias capitais de estados brasileiros como Goiânia, Belo Horizonte, Florianópolis e São Paulo.
Atualmente ministram aulas de dança de Salão e Tango, são diretores, bailarinos e coreógrafos da Cia. Conexão Arte e da Cia de Tango Nuevos Aires
    Fred Astaire Dance Studios, North America
  291 Broadway, Suite 900 - New York, NY            
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With facilities all over the world, the original Fred Astaire Dance Studio was founded in New York in 1947. Fred Astaire, himself, and the City of New York alike personify style, sophistication and excellence. All the more reason, New Yorkers have chosen Fred Astaire Dance Studios – it suits them perfectly.
Staffed by professional and champion level dancers themselves, Fred Astaire Dance Studios are internationally known as the cultivators of superior dancers and superior dance instruction, raising the standards of ballroom dancing in the United States to exceptional heights.
Fred Astaire Dance Studios match New Yorkers demand for excellence. Whether you are preparing for an event, mastering a powerful social skill or desire to become a competitive-level dancer, Fred Astaire Dance Studios design your program individually to uniquely satisfy you.
    Moves & Motions Dance, North America
  74-02 Eliot Ave - Middle Village - Middle Village, NY            
Owned and operated by Husband and Wife team, Nuccio and Jodi Fera, together they have always shared the common goal of creating a family studio that would provide customers and employees with an environment that they themselves would enjoy being part of; a studio that would be filled with excellence in the arts, fun, innovative and exciting classes, talent and with integrity at all levels. A studio that their community could come to trust and count on. Twenty two years later and going strong, we continue to strive to bring the best of the arts to you.
    East End Dance Studio, North America
  295 Montauk Hwy - Speonk, NY           
A unique dance studio because we care about giving children a complete dance education.
Our philosophy is to teach them HOW TO DANCE, NOT TO JUST LEARN A DANCE. Our classes are kept at an appropriate size so each child receives individual attention for correction and encouragement. We emphasize proper training so students have the necessary skills to go on to a professional level of dance if they choose.
    Destination Dance Studios, North America
  113-25 Queens Boulevard - Forest Hills, NY           
Professional and patient staff providing private lessons on every level from beginner through advanced; parties and group lessons give you the opportunity to practice and strengthen your social dancing skills.
    Dance Times Square, North America
  156 West 44th Street, 3rd Floor - New York, NY           
New York City’s premiere Latin and Ballroom Dance Studio. Created and developed by United States Professional Latin Champions and "So You Think You Can Dance" Choreographers Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin, the studio is conveniently located in the heart of Times Square.
Dance Times Square has assembled many of the finest instructors and performers from all over the world. Whether you are looking to feel natural and comfortable in a nightclub, seeking to compete at the highest level of competitive dancesport, or simply desiring a new dynamic way to stay in shape and relieve stress, we invite you to join us in our exquisite ballroom to explore the passion, grace, and fun of partner dancing.
    Grupo de Dança Júlia de Athayde, South America
  Rua Jorge Figueiredo, 390 - Anil - Rio de Janeiro, RJ
          
O Grupo de Dança Julia de Athayde começou a se formar em 2001, quando Julia de Athayde e sua mãe Marisa de Athayde coordenaram um projeto de dança de salão em um condomínio de Jacarepaguá. A turma do prédio, muito animada, auto denominou-se de Gazela Dourada e, foi assim que Grupo cresceu.
Em 2002 o GDJA começou a organizar bailes mensais no Quality Shopping. Bailes de Fim de Ano, Halloween, carnaval e aniversários.
Em 2006, o GDJA iniciou um projeto social com aulas de dança para as crianças carentes do AMAR - Associação do Menor Abandonado e Recuperado, em Duque de Caxias, incluindo trabalho voluntário e dança coreográfica infantil nas escolas.
    Salsa Salsa Dance Studio, North America
  55 Fourth Avenue - Brooklyn, NY            
Two beautiful salsa studios in Brooklyn, and friendly, inspiring instructors. Enjoy learning to mambo.
    Studio de Ballet Bertha Rosanova, South America
  Rua das Laranjeiras, 107 casa 9/101 - Laranjeiras - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
O Studio de Ballet Bertha Rosanova foi fundado em 1957 numa vila em Laranjeiras, onde está localizado até hoje. É uma escola de dança especializada em ballet clássico, dirigida pela prima bailarina absoluta do Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, Bertha Rosanova. O Studio oferece aulas para alunos a partir dos 3 anos de idade e sua estrutura educacional é dividida em 6 níveis. A equipe atual de professores é composta por bailarinos do Theatro Municipal e os formados na própria escola.
    Dancers DreamZzz, North America
  1206 Spofford Ave - Bronx - Bronx, NY             
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"Despite the tough economic times, some good news! This season is special we’ll be celebrating our Ten-year Anniversary with fun-fill Events to highlight our accomplishment. Come rejoice in our success, as we continue our momentum into the next decade.
Our commitment to our customers and evolving program has allowed worthy result. Since our founding we have remained focus on building a relationship with our customers and community, consistently providing the highest quality of service. This strategy has result in 10 years, we are thrilled to be celebrating such a significant milestone!"
    Cia Marinho Braz, South America
  Travessa Euclides de Matos, 40 - Laranjeiras - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
O Reboco de Bamba da Cia. Marinho Braz (Escola de Dança), está localizada num casarão, construído em 1912, no bairro de Laranjeiras, e, rapidamente tornou-se o novo xodó da cidade. O “design” do Reboco, como é carinhosamente chamado pelos freqüentadores e amigos, ficou por conta do próprio Marinho Braz, que além de professor de dança, também, é formado em decoração. A grande atração da casa são as aulas de forró, ministrado pelo Mestre Marinho, mas, a casa tem especialistas em dança de salão, samba de gafieira, dança do ventre, zouk e outros ritmos. Projetos avançados para aulas de capoeira com início em março/2009.
    La Salsa de Hoy Dance Studio, North America
  505 46th St. - Brooklyn - Brooklyn, NY            
The launching of a dance company in 2004 and expansion into the beautiful, spacious studios on Prospect Avenue is a longtime goal realized. These seven years of extraordinary growth, since June of 2002, are a testament to Ms. King's dedication to creating an atmosphere that provides a fertile training ground for dancers and a place for teachers/choreographers to present new and original works. Her innovative curriculum embraces traditional to emerging styles, inspiring dancers to strive for both technical excellence and meaningful artistry.
    Battery Dance Company, North America
  380 Broadway, 5th floor - New York, NY            
Performs on the world's stages, teaches, presents, and advocates for the field of dance. Battery Dance Company is dedicated to the pursuit of artistic excellence and the availability of the Arts to everyone. An integral part of the fabric of New York City for 30 years, Battery supports the creative process; educates children in the New York City schools; enriches the general public through local programs and performances, national and international tours, and international arts exchange programs.
Based in Lower Manhattan, Battery Dance Company has produced nearly 100 original dance works choreographed by its founder and artistic director Jonathan Hollander, in collaboration with a diverse array of composers and designers, and its cast of outstanding dancers.
    Espaço Flamenco Natércia Loureiro, South America
  Rua Álvaro Alvim, 48 sala 307 - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
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Nascida em Olinda-PE, Natércia Loureiro cursou ballet clássico dos 4 aos 15 anos, destacando-se o Teatro Municipal de Recife. Radicada no Rio de Janeiro desde 1977, cursou moderno e jazz, com o mestre Nino Giovannetti.
Iniciou os estudos do flamenco na Casa de España em 1994, aprimorando seus estudos com Yuri Ganko e Túlio Cortez.
Em agosto de 1998 fez extensivos em Jazz e Tap Dance no programa Steps on Broadway em Nova Yorque.
Em dezembro do mesmo ano esteve em Madrid, onde tomou aulas de dança flamenca com Lucya Real, Yara Castro, Cristóbal Reyes, Domingo Ortega, Mercedez Ruiz e “La Tati”.
Como resultado da concentração de seus esforços na cultura flamenca fez nascer em 2002 a Companhia Ballet Flamenco Centauros dando ao Espaço Flamenco Natércia Loureiro nova diretriz.
O ideal da Companhia, cujo corpo de baile é constituído de profissionais graduados no Espaço Flamenco, é levar ao público o verdadeiro espírito espanhol, rico em temperamento e precisão técnica, elaborando de forma respeitosa a cultura espanhola, mais precisamente da região de Andaluzia, onde o flamenco se firmou desde os meados do século XVII, com a fusão dos povos andaluz, israelita, árabe e principalmente cigano.
    Dance Club Of New York, North America
  620 Waverly Ave. - Patchogue, NY           
Address in Nassau County: 40 Maple Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
In Suffolk County: 620 Waverly Ave., Patchogue, NY 11772
There is many dance socials being held weekly, bi-weekly or monthly in Manhattan, Queens, New York, New Jersey and generally in the Tri-State area. There are many interesting people to meet and many partners to dance with. All you need to do is get out here. You are invited to join our Dance Club on our quest to dance socially and have fun everywhere where possible. Before going to socials we suggest to learn at least basic steps of few most popular social dances like: Salsa, Merengue, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Swing and Hustle. You will have more fun and your partners will appreciate it.
    Studio Nefertari, South America
  Rua Siqueira Campos, 43 conj.203 - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Em ambiente decorado com motivos orientais, confortável e elegante, onde a arte e a técnica caminham juntas, proporcionando às suas alunas um aprendizado completo das danças milenares, O Studio Nefertari conta com uma equipe de professoras qualificadas e possui turmas específicas para todas as idades, com diversas opções de horários. O Studio Nefertari busca o aperfeiçoamento constante de suas alunas, para isso, realiza em seu espaço, diversos workshops com bailarinas nacionais e internacionais e promove espetáculos que possibilitam a apresentação das alunas.
    Dance Centre of the Hamptons, North America
  70 Old Riverhead Road - Westhampton Beach, NY           
As a small studio Dance Centre was able to provide individual attention to each dancer. Currently with 400 students and 4 teaching rooms, we are still dedicated to each student, both as a dancer and a person.
As diverse as the art of dance itself, our faculty is made up of instructors who specialize in teaching specific forms of dance to specific age groups. Our teachers have danced on Broadway, in movies and in music videos. Their one common philosophy is that teaching the love of dance is as important as teaching the technique of dance.
    Eddie Torres Dance Studio, North America
  1964 Matthews Ave - Bronx - Bronx, NY            
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He was born July 3,1950 in the same hospital as Tito Puente; raised by his Puerto Rican parents in Spanish Harlem, a.k.a. El Barrio, New York City. Torres's mother, a hospital worker; his father an inventive plumber, sparked Eddie's knack for inventing. No dancers or musicians in the gene pool to Eddie's best knowledge.
    Fancy Feet Dance Studio, North America
  1628 Crosby Avenue - Crosby Avenue - Bronx, NY           
Boasting a team of award winning instructors recognized not only through competitions, but by the Bronx Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children for the quality instruction, love and positive reinforcement they give to the children they teach!! Fancy Feet Instructors give back to the community by donating their time and expertise to the local schools.
Fancy Feet boasts a director with thirty six years of teaching experience, twenty nine years in business and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance, Drama and Theater, who trains every instructor in her philosophy and style of teaching. This is done to provide your child with top notch quality and professionalism.
    Faculdade-Escola Angel Vianna, South America
  Rua Jornalista Orlando Dantas, 2 - Botafogo - Rio de Janeiro, RJ             
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O nome de Angel Vianna está associado a anos de experiência profissional em diferentes institutos e centros de estudos do país como bailarina, coreógrafa, professora e pesquisadora em Dança. Com sua rica bagagem, Angel não se dedicou apenas ao seu "Centro de Estudos do Movimento e Artes". Desenvolveu trabalhos em Universidades Públicas, Escolas, Teatros, Associações Profissionais, Centros Culturais, Áreas de Lazer, Circos, Instituições Científicas e Clínicas, onde transmite o seu processo interdisciplinar, desenvolvendo uma ação sem fronteiras. Angel investe o seu tempo na produção de cidadãos livres. Esse importante trabalho vem sendo reconhecido pela sociedade e tem se revelado através de Homenagens, Condecorações e Prêmios, entre os quais destacam-se: Comenda da Ordem ao Mérito Cultural, inspirada na Ordem do Mérito Cultural na Classe de Cavaleiro, pela Presidência da República do Brasil, por suas relevantes contribuições à cultura brasileira, Diploma Orgulho Carioca, pela sua importância na vida cultural da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro, conferido pelo Prefeito do Município do Rio de Janeiro. Visite também o site: .www.angelvianna.art.br/