Best Dance Studios in Charlotte

Ballantyne Ballroom South Charlotte specializes in ballroom and Latin dance lessons for Charlotte-area students, from social to competitive dancers. Owners Lyudmila Borodulina and Vitaliy Vdovichenko have won several championship titles, dancing together since 1992. They opened Ballanytyne Ballroom in 2008. The studio offers lessons in many dance styles as well as a wedding dance program.

Dynamic Ballroom is a dance studio based in Lake Norman and serving students from throughout the greater Charlotte area with lessons, classes, and social events. The studio specializes in dynamic ballroom styles but also teaches Latin, night club, and more. The instructors schedule private lessons at any time, seven days a week.

First Dance Charlotte specializes in private wedding dance lessons, online wedding dance tutorials, and first dance choreography in the Charlotte Metro area. The studio has won The Knot’s Best of Weddings pick every year since 2016. Alex Zsoldos, the dance instructor and choreographer, has a diverse dance background and experience working with clients of all skill levels. She has prepared over 1000 couples to dance at their weddings.

Infinity Ballroom Charlotte is a ballroom and Latin dance studio serving students of all levels and ability in the Charlotte Metro area. The teachers have over 40 years of combined instruction experience and provide customized dance programs for beginners to competitive dancers. Students recommend Infinity Ballroom Charlotte for the large dance floor, comfortable atmosphere, and approachable instructors.

Midtown Ballroom provides private lessons, group classes, wedding dances, and children’s programs for the Charlotte Metro area. New students receive a complimentary lesson. Founder Erica Millarc competed nationally and internationally for 13 years, being ranked among the top 12 dancers in the nation. The 5,200-square-foot venue is also available for event rentals.

MoveStudio Charlotte teaches Pilates, dance, barre, yoga, and more, with classes for both adults and youth in Charlotte. The dance classes include ballet, hip-hop, and jazz. Other services available are private lessons, wedding preparation, choreography, and rental of the studio. Students of MoveStudio Charlotte recommend the studio for its enjoyable classes, personal attention, and custom movement programs.

Rumbao Latin Dance Company offers group classes, private lessons, corporate events, and private dance parties for the greater Charlotte area. Rumbao was founded by five Charlotte-based Latin dancers. They specialize in salsa and are also experienced in Cha-Cha, Merengue, Bachata, and Brazilian Samba.

Showcase Dance Centre specializes in dance classes for students 2.5-years-old to adults in the Charlotte and Mint Hill area. Classes include ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, acrobatics, and adult fitness. Owner Jennifer Schillo is an Acrobatic Arts Certified Instructor and CIZE Live Certified Instructor.

The Charlotte School of Ballet has specialized in classical ballet training for the Charlotte Metro area since 1968. The class curriculum follows The Cecchetti Council of America and The Royal Academy of Dance. In addition to ballet, students study modern, jazz, tap, and hip-hop. Many students have continued on to careers in New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, San Francisco Ballet, and other elite companies.

The Dance District features Charlotte’s first hip hop dance studio and performance company of adults. The company offers dance programs as well as industry training for both recreational and professional dancers. Services include group classes, private lessons, master classes, conventions, and rehearsal venue rental. Founder Ana Ogbueze is a professional dancer, choreographer, and creative director with extensive experience in performance dance.