Whether we do it alone when no one is watching or are at the center of every wedding dance floor, there’s something undeniably exhilarating about moving your body to the beat of the music. Here in Houston, we’re fortunate to have access to a number of instructional dance studios for everyone from beginners to semi-professionals. Let’s explore some of the places where you can cha-cha, waltz, and spin to your heart’s content.
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Houston Dance Factory
Voted one of Houston’s top dance studios, Houston Dance Factory offers a variety of dance classes and events that are a perfect introduction for new students as well as more established dancers.
Select the dance style that speaks to you, or try a few different classes until you find something you love. Hip-hop, salsa, merengue, ballet — they’re all available at the Houston Dance Factory, which offers instructions for toddlers to adults.
Creating a community spirit around dancing, Houston Dance Factory holds a monthly salsa dance social on the first Friday of the month. Pay the reasonable $10 cover charge, or gain free entry with a potluck dish to share with other dancers. This is a great way to work on your dance moves while meeting new friends.
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MET Dance
The Houston Metropolitan Dance Center, known as MET Dance, offers dance instructions by its professional teaching faculty to students of all ages and levels. A variety of dance forms are available, and guest choreographers visit regularly to expose students to an array of different dance styles and techniques.
Adult introductory classes are offered for those who have little or no formal dance training and wish to become more comfortable with different dance styles. Six-week class sessions are offered teaching ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and modern dance to adults seeking to feel more confident while learning something new.
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Salrica Dance Studio
Grab your partner or come on your own to Salrica Dance Studio. Learn from trained instructors who will guide beginning through experienced dancers through the finer points of salsa, bachata, and cha-cha steps.
Every third Saturday, Salrica hosts Salsa Rica Social, where dancers can put their best feet forward with new dancing friends and partners.
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Soreal Dance Studio
With over 20 years of experience offering classes in Houston, Soreal Dance Studio provides over 24 classes per week to students interested in beginner, intermediate, and advanced hip-hop dance. Soreal’s talented instructors have worked with artists such as Missy Elliot, Janet Jackson, Beyonce, and more. Classes are offered every day except Sunday and have a familial vibe amid the thumping beats and tight choreography.
Soreal is also home to a number of competitive dance teams that have received national recognition at a number of events. Team auditions are held on a regular basis for all age levels, and no formal dance experience is needed. If you love to dance, give it a try!
The Soreal dance studio is over 8,000 square feet and is available for rent for a variety of activities and private events.
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