Congratulations, you’ve signed up for dance lessons! (Or, at least you’re considering it!) Like many others who are trying out dance lessons for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions. One question we are often asked is: “Is it difficult to learn to dance?” If you’re wondering the same thing, sit tight,… Read More

Fred Astaire Dance Studios offer lessons on all types of partnership dances, from the Waltz to the Tango, the Cha-Cha to Swing, and everything in between. We aren’t just limited to the more traditional dances, though. For example, we frequently assist with wedding dance choreography so brides and grooms can show off their newfound dance… Read More

If you are reading this post, it’s probably because you are wondering the same thing many people ask about when they are considering learning to dance! Is it better to take a private lessons or go to a dance lesson practice sessions? Which one will be more comfortable? Where will I learn the dance steps… Read More

It’s only natural to be a little curious about the man behind the name. After all, he is a legend. So let’s get to it. Fred was born in 1899 to Fritz and Ann Austerlitz. The Austerlitz Family lived in Omaha, Nebraska and he had a sister, Adele, who was 18 months his senior. She… Read More