Do I need a partner to take ballroom dance classes near Bird Key?

No. Many of our students start as singles. Your certified instructor dances 1-on-1 with you on every lesson.

Which studio location is best for Bird Key and Longboat Key residents?

Our Downtown Sarasota studio is right over the John Ringling Causeway, just minutes from Bird Key and Longboat Key. Select Downtown Sarasota on the form!

I have never danced before. Is it too late to start ballroom dancing?

It is not too late. Our adult lessons are built specifically for complete beginners, and your instructor sets the pace for you.

What happens at the first ballroom lesson?

You meet an instructor, learn basic steps in dances like Waltz and Foxtrot, and discuss your personal dance goals. The introductory lesson is $35.

What should I wear to ballroom dance lessons?

Wear comfortable clothes you can move in easily and smooth-soled shoes, such as leather-soled dress shoes or dance shoes.

Ballroom Dance Lessons & Classes Near You in Bird Key & Longboat Key, FL

Never danced a step? Perfect. Our ballroom lessons are built for beginners, with friendly instructors, no partner needed and no experience required. Learn Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, and Viennese Waltz just minutes across the Ringling Causeway—all for a $35 introductory lesson.

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Master Ballroom Dancing at Your Own Pace

Whether you are preparing for a gala, a private club event, or looking for an elegant hobby, ballroom dance lessons give you grace, confidence, and posture on any dance floor.

No Partner Needed

Come as a single or as a couple. Your certified instructor dances 1-on-1 with you.

Beginner Specialized

No experience or natural rhythm needed. We teach step-by-step from zero.

Minutes Across Causeway

Direct access from Bird Key and Longboat Key right into Downtown Sarasota.

$35 Intro Offer

Try it with zero pressure. Claim your $35 introductory ballroom pass above.

Ballroom Dances You Will Learn

Explore smooth, elegant partner dances guided by professional Arthur Murray instructors.

Waltz

Graceful, romantic movement in 3/4 time. The ultimate foundation for classic partner dancing.

Foxtrot

Smooth, effortless social dancing set to classic Frank Sinatra, jazz, and Big Band standards.

Tango

Dramatic, rhythmic, and sharp movement that develops superior balance, poise, and control.

Viennese Waltz

Fast, thrilling sweeping turns designed for formal galas, balls, and celebratory events.

Convenient to Bird Key & Longboat Key

Located right over the Ringling Causeway in Downtown Sarasota.

Arthur Murray Downtown Sarasota

Downtown Studio
Sarasota, FL 34236
(3 minutes across Ringling Causeway)

(941) 388-8600

Arthur Murray Sarasota (Main)

6228 S Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231

(941) 388-8600

Ballroom Dance Lessons: Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a partner?

No. Many of our Bird Key and Longboat Key students attend as singles. Your instructor will dance with you during your private lessons.

Which studio location should I select?

Our Downtown Sarasota studio is directly across the John Ringling Causeway from Bird Key and Longboat Key, making it the most convenient location!

What happens during my $35 intro lesson?

You meet your instructor, try basic steps in popular ballroom dances, and discuss your dance goals.

What shoes should I wear?

Wear leather-soled dress shoes or ballroom dance shoes that allow you to slide and turn smoothly on the floor.

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