World Dance Schools

    Steps on Broadway, North America

  2121 Broadway # 3 - New York, NY            
Founded in 1979, is more than a dance school. It is an internationally recognized community of artists committed to the cultivation of individuality and talent, and to the joy and toil of dance. It is home to some of the finest and most passionate dance teachers in the world. It is a celebrated space set amid t he Beaux Arts grandeur of Manhattan's Upper West Side, blending old-world ambience with modern facilities — male and female dressing rooms and showers, a theater, a café, and a dance wear boutique. Above all, the ten fully-mirrored, sprung-floored, climate-controlled studios are filled with natural light-and limitless inspiration.
On any given day, casual enthusiasts and aspiring professionals may take class alongside seasoned veterans from Broadway, the opera, and the major dance companies, including New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theater, Paris Opera, Kirov and Royal Ballets, Boston Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance, Complexions and Martha Graham. The place teems with energy and verve. Steps in essence, is a cultural hub and a cosmopolitan treasure.
    Claudio Affonso Cia de Dança, South America
  Rua Santa Luzia, 685/203 - Cinelândia - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Claudio Affonso sempre acreditou em um ideal: A Dança como um caminho para a Felicidade.
Em 1994, iniciou sua carreira profissional, onde começou a ministrar aulas em diversas academias da cidade, e logo já estava sendo convidado para participar de eventos, festas, feiras e convenções.
Com o passar dos anos, os convites para shows e aulas foram aumentando e então viu a necessidade da criação de uma Cia de Dança, onde desde fevereiro de 2001 vem atuando profissionalmente em diversos eventos.
Há 12 anos Cláudio estabeleceu uma parceria com SESC Ramos (além das aulas do SESC Cinelândia), onde ministra aulas dos mais diversos ritmos da Dança de Salão, com capacidade total para 300 alunos e uma atuação efetiva da Cia de Dança nas mais diversas áreas.
    Ballet Claudia Araujo, South America
  Avenida 7 de Setembro, 61, Icaraí - Niterói, RJ           
Procuramos dar uma continuidade a educação familiar abrindo novos horizontes para jovens aspirantes a arte da dança, que possivelmente, é a mais inclemente com o artista.
    Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio, North America
  16 Wolcott Rd. - Levittown, NY           
A user friendly dance studio whose goal is to teach students the art of social partner dancing by perfecting their basic steps and technique in a non-competitive, positive atmosphere. Our objective is not only to teach dance but to build the students's confidence by implementing a step by step program which allows participants to experience a sense of accomplishment as well as expand their dance skills and fulfill their desired aspirations.
    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.
    Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, North America
  405 W. 55th Street - New York, NY           
The umbrella organization that supports the activities of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II, The Ailey School, Ailey Arts In Education & Community Programs and The Ailey Extension.
AADF's mission is to further the pioneering work of Alvin Ailey by establishing an extended cultural community which provides dance performances, training and community programs for all people. This performing arts community plays a crucial social role using the beauty and humanity of the African American heritage and other cultures to unite people of all races, ages and backgrounds.
    Amely Pacheco Sala de Dança, South America
  R: Cel. Moreira Cesar, 26, salas 601/603 - Icaraí - Niterói, RJ           
    Jorday’s Dance Studio, North America
  102-19 Metropolitan Ave - Metropolitan Ave - Forest Hills, NY             
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Jorday Rivera is a remarkable woman who leads a double life. By day, Jorday is an honorary Pre Med. Graduate student at St. John's University. The head intern for the chief of cardiology at The Parkway Hospital for the past four years. Within the next six months Jorday will attend either NYU or Columbia Medical School. She will study Neonatal and later become a heart surgeon and open her own practice.
    Deneille's Dance & Exercise Studio, North America
  94-14 Jamaica Ave - Woodhaven, NY           
Established in 1986, Deneille's Dance & Exercise Studio opened it's doors with the intension of teaching each and every single student on an individual basis; concentrating on a students particular strenghts and interests offering a complete and quality curriculum in all areas of dance. 23 years later while the world has changed in many ways our standard of excellence remains. Although we have adapted to the modern world, we still insist on teaching and training with a good old fashined touch; that includes knowing every one of our students by their first name and knowing something special about them. At Deneille's Dance & Exercise Studio we are NEVER short on happiness, and pride ourselves on providing superior training to all our students. I invite you to come into the studio and see for yourself the wonderful school that others say we are. When you come to our studio ask for me Ms. Deneille. I'll be happy to meet you, and even happier to have you join our dance family.
    Studio Macello Moragas, South America
  Rua Visconde de Inhaúma, 115 - 1º e 2º andar - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Professor de Dança de Salão formado pela Cia. Aérea de Dança, onde atuou como professor e dançarino até 1993, passou a dirigir espaço próprio, o Studio Marcello Moragas - Dança de Salão. Integra, também, a Cia. de Dança Carlinhos de Jesus onde desenvolve atividades como dançarino, ensaísta, coreógrafo e diretor artístico
    Chrystie Street Ballet Academy, North America
  55 Chrystie Street Suite 308 - New York, NY           
Melissa Marotto has been dancing for over 20 years, beginning her dance training at The Walnut Hill School for the Arts in Natick, Massachusetts. She earned her BFA in dance with a concentration in pedagogy from The Boston Conservatory, where she revived the historical work for Jose Limon with Jennifer Scanlon and worked with contemporary choreographers such as Donald Byrd and Sean Curran. With a strong background in ballet, Ms. Marotto has also studied Graham, Horton, Limon, and Simonson techniques with certified instructors from all over the country.
    Mary Anthony Dance Studio, North America
  736 Broadway - New York, NY           
Offering a variety of classes for all levels to help you get the true education of what dance is all about. Primary teacher Miss Mary Anthony, successful choreographer, professional dancer and owner of The Mary Anthony Dance Theatre founded in 1954. Every class Ms.Anthony teaches is highly structured with a form of discipline and a technique that is highly unique in many ways that focuses on every part of the body making her classes unforgettable.
Every one of the individuals that are here at The Mary Anthony Dance Studio & Theatre are honored to being a part of this one of a kind place where you are accepted no matter what.
    Arthur Murray Ballroom Dance Studios, North America
  5 Fifth Avenue & W. Main Street - Bayshore, NY            
"Our Ballroom and Latin Dance Studios specialize in private dancing lessons & classes for all the popular dances including Waltz, Fox Trot, Swing, Salsa, Hustle, Argentine Tango, Country Western, Ballroom Dancing, and more.
Nobody makes learning to dance easier than Arthur Murray®. Our trained professionals can make you feel at home in the friendly atmosphere of an Arthur Murray Dance Studio so you can feel comfortable on any dance floor and with any dance partner. Arthur Murray® offers convenient times and enrollments that allow you to take lessons in any of our franchised dance studios worldwide.
    Arthur Murray Ballroom Dance Studios, North America
  425 County Road 39A - Suite 1 - Southampton, NY            
"Our Ballroom and Latin Dance Studios specialize in private dancing lessons & classes for all the popular dances including Waltz, Fox Trot, Swing, Salsa, Hustle, Argentine Tango, Country Western, Ballroom Dancing, and more.
Nobody makes learning to dance easier than Arthur Murray®. Our trained professionals can make you feel at home in the friendly atmosphere of an Arthur Murray Dance Studio so you can feel comfortable on any dance floor and with any dance partner. Arthur Murray® offers convenient times and enrollments that allow you to take lessons in any of our franchised dance studios worldwide."
    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.
    Exotic Dance Central, North America
  12 E 32 Street 2nd Flr - New York, NY            
A female owned and operated dance company that was founded in 1999. Producing some the largest and most spectacular exotic pole dancing stage show performances and events in New York City. Every show incorporates an exciting theme that is stimulating as well as innovative. A variety of shows and events that run weekly, monthly and annually from exotic pole dancing revues, cabaret, competitions and much more. Exotic Dance shows and events are held in theatre, night clubs and private venues. We have an impeccable reputation for our beautiful and professional performers that have come from different parts of the world such as Brazil, Paris, London and Japan bringing with them a unique flair and seductive style. We also provide dancers to nightclubs, private parties, private events, music videos and much more.
    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.
    Vicky Simegiatos Dance Studio, North America
  7703 New Utrecht Avenue - Brooklyn - Brooklyn, NY             
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The Vicky Simegiatos Dance Company is a non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to provide cultural enrichment for the Brooklyn community. Our sponsors include BACA (Brooklyn Cultural Arts Association), New York State Council of the Arts, the New York Life Foundation, and Body Wrappers. We have established, through auditions, a Scholarship Program for talented young students who receive dance training free of charge, and participate in our professional productions.
    Academia Pé de Valsa, South America
  Av. Prudente de Morais, 901, s/lj - Cidade Jardim - Belo Horizonte, MG            
Em agosto de 1991, Leonardo Wenceslau e Elaine Reis fundaram a Academia de Dança e Arte Pé de Valsa, concretizando o sonho de ter uma escola com uma nova didática no ensino da dança de salão. Nestes 18 anos de funcionamento, mais de 5 mil alunos já passaram pela Academia, que, hoje, tem dois endereços em Belo Horizonte: nos bairros Cidade Jardim e Carlos Prates.
    Centro de Danças João Piccoli, South America
  Estrada do Gabinal, 313 ljs. 101 a 103 - Freguesia - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
O início das atividades do Professor de Danças João Piccoli, deu-se através de sua primeira mestra e tia Maria Antonieta.
João contribuiu junto a profissionais e alunos da respeitadíssima Escola de Danças de Carlinhos de Jesus a desenvolver a maior coreografia a dois já mostrado em carnaval com 25 casais dançando na ala de gafieira.
João, também, esteve presente com seus alunos em trabalhos realizados em teatros, programas de televisão e eventos institucionais.
    Frank Ohman School of Ballet, North America
  60 Calvert Avenue - Commack, NY           
The Frank Ohman School of Ballet was founded in 1979 by Frank Ohman, former soloist at New York City Ballet (NYCB) and is one of the few remaining direct links to the teaching of George Balanchine. Currently located in Commack, the school serves as a training ground for promising young dancers and offers aspiring students the opportunity to learn classical ballet in the tradition of George Balanchine. The Frank Ohman School of Ballet will guide your child from first steps to advanced technique, while instilling joy for this timeless art form. The school is a non-competition, non-recital school focusing on proper classical technique.
    Centro de Dança Laura Flores, South America
  Rua João de Deus Machado, 43 - Trindade - Florianópolis, SC           
É com muito orgulho, carinho, amor, dedicação, trabalho e perseverança, que apresento o Centro de Dança Laura Flores e tenho a satisfação de convidá-los para uma visita. Colocamos ao seu inteiro dispor uma variedade de opções por vários tipos de danças, passando pela musica,à dança,shows, eventos e apresentações. O objetivo principal de nosso Centro é a sua satisfação em ser bem atendido e desfrutar as atividades oportunizadas com prazer, como se estivesse em seu lar. Aproveito a ensejo para agradecer a Deus, a minha Família e toda minha equipe que tornaram possível a realização deste maravilhoso sonho, que parecia inicialmente inatingível.
    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.
    Starlight Ballroom Dance Studio, North America
  102 Jericho Tpke - New Hyde Park, NY           
Specializing in all forms of partner dance as well as specialty dance and fitness classes. Whether you have always wanted to take Ballroom or Latin dance lessons, or are getting ready for that special day. We have something for everyone, from Mommy & Me classes, to Sweet 15/16's / Quinceneras and Wedding Dances. Come visit us and see why over 3,000 students have come to call Starlight their home for dance lessons on Long Island over the past 17 years.
Learn to dance all styles of Ballroom and Latin Dance, Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba, Mambo, Bolero, Swing, Jive, Paso Doble, Foxt-Trot, Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Argentine Tango, Peabody, Quickstep and much more. We also offer specialty classes in Belly Dancing, Zumba Dance Fitness, Cuban Salsa.
Convenienty located on the border of Nassau and Queens in Long Island, the Starlight Ballroom Dance Studio continues to offer you the best dance instruction from the finest instructors on Long Island since 1991.
    One Step at a Time Dance Studio, North America
  11117 Lefferts Blvd - Jamaica - Jamaica, NY           
What if there was a school where not only you could learn to dance but you could learn about yourself, learn about others, meet new people and feel right at home? The faculty, headed by it's Director Mrs. Patricia Harry, decided to make that dream come true.
    Lyceu Escola de Dança, South America
  Rua das Palmeiras, 19 - Botafogo - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Inaugurado em 26 de novembro de 1998 por inspiração de Márcia Simone Olinto, o Lyceu Escola de Dança é um espaço voltado para arte e um centro de formação de nível profissionalizante.
O Lyceu destaca-se pela qualificação de seus professores, por sua metodologia de ensino e por promover espetáculos nos principais festivais de dança no país e no exterior.
No Lyceu todas as faixas etárias são beneficiadas: crianças, adolescentes, adultos e terceira idade. Há diversas atividades para todos. "As atividades do Lyceu não são privilégio apenas dos bailarinos. Elas são para todos que buscam saúde e prazer, em qualquer idade."
    BodiBalance - Dance Forum NY, North America
  20 East 17th Street, Second Floor - New York, NY           
BodiBalance™ is a system of dance training, body conditioning and kinesthetic awareness all in one. It was created especially for dancers by New York dancer/choreographer Carol Fonda. It gives you a clear physical understanding of how freely and spontaneously your body is designed to move, no matter what style you dance.
Every BodiBalance class contains aspects of the uniquely designed Floor WarmUp and the Movement Principles that make up the BodiBalance experience. Apply these tools to dance exercises and choreography and take your dancing to heights of free and energetic flow.
    Studio E School of Dance, North America
  187-16 Union Turnpike - Flushing - Flushing, NY           
All the teachers are qualified professionals and committed to their students and the art of dance. Each teacher has performed professionally and Studio E prides themselves on having a staff that's been with them for a long time too. That says alot about the wonderful atmosphere of StudioE.
    BBT School of Russian American Ballet, North America
  2001 Oriental Blvd, Building: T7, 2nd floor - Brooklyn, NY            
BBT is a dance school dedicated to providing the highest quality dance education for girls and boys ages 2-19, as well as adults. Through the discipline and dedication dance requires, BBT molds and develops healthy, passionate, responsible, and well-rounded individuals who have the potential to succeed in any field.
BBT draws on the rich traditions of Russian ballet. In addition to teaching all students in classical ballet using the Russian Method, we teach them folk & character dance, modern and popular dance, ballroom and Latin dance, staging for the students original and contemporary choreography. Our instructors have graduated from the world's finest ballet schools & colleges and have performed with the most prestigious ballet companies throughout the world.
    Centro de Artes Nós da Dança, South America
  Av. N.Sª de Copacabana, 1138 - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
A Cia Nós da Dança, sob direção da premiada Regina Sauer, está presente nos palcos brasileiros desde 1981. Com sua versatilidade e determinação é uma das poucas que conseguiu sobreviver por tão longo período, tornando-se uma das mais tradicionais da cidade e do país, mantendo até hoje a criatividade e o frescor inicial. Regina Sauer como uma vitrine da dança moderna carioca.
Em seus 25 anos de existência, a Cia Nós da Dança, enfrentando diversas dificuldades e sempre valorizando os artistas que estão ligados a ela, tenta manter-se em cena buscando revelar ao público leigo e especializado que a dança é um registro histórico, social e artístico que ajuda a construir a memória de uma nação.
Com aulas de Ballet Clássico, Jazz, Dança Moderna, Dança Espanhola, Dança do Ventre, Sapateado, Baby Class e uma concepção ampla de Arte e Educação, o CAND apresenta o seu Programa infanto-juvenil de Dança.
O programa além das aulas técnicas e teóricas – com avaliações semestrais – realiza as “Noites de Performances” em sua própria sede e encerra seus trabalhos anuais com um grande espetáculo, proporcionando à seus alunos uma experiência artística inesquecível.