Fred Astaire Dance Studio (multiple locations) believes “children who ballroom dance learn the qualities of respect, teamwork, confidence and a sense of joy and accomplishment.” Its children’s program teaches the fundamentals of Ballroom and Latin dancing for grades 3-6. New Jersey locations include Montville, Princeton, Morristown, Red Bank, Upper Montclair, Manasquan, and Westfield.

Starlight Dance Center (Nutley, NJ) offers typical dance classes on its weekly schedule, but also a Ballroom & Latin Dance class for children ages 8-11 and also ages 5-7. For current pricing, click here.

Dance A Lot (Fair Lawn, NJ) introduces their students to the wonderful and magical world of Ballroom Dancing by teaching the fundamentals of the six basic dances. The classes for children age 5 and up are 40 minutes long and the classes for toddlers up to 4 years old are 30 minutes. For current pricing and class schedules, please call (201) 663-4336.

Ballroom Dream Dance Studio (South River, NJ) offers weekly beginner classes starting at age three and up. Additionally, technique classes are offer for competitive dances to improve all aspects of dancing. All classes are 55 minutes long. For current pricing, click here.

Ambition Dance Academy (Washington Township, NJ) teaches popular social dances such as the Waltz and Foxtrot. Please call (201) 664-7022 for current pricing.

Ballroom Place (Morganville, NJ) develops a child’s interest in learning and their skills of self-expression and communication. Classes range from Little Learners (3 ½ to 6 years old) to Made4Kids (ages 7-17).
For pricing and class schedules, please call (732)617-1444.

Dance with Me (Glen Rock, NJ) instill the values and discipline of ballroom dancing in your children from a young age. The Kids Program allows children to come and learn to work with a partner and create something beautiful. Click here for current pricing.

Originally published 2014