In and around New York City, you can find many great dance studios run by top professionals offering group or private lessons, workshops, coaching and regular social dance parties.

Whether you are looking for a place to learn a wedding dance or take up ballroom dance as a new hobby or to train for competition, New York City's numerous dance studios have much to offer.

For the serious competitor, New York City is fortunate to have many current and former national and world champions taking up residence here and sharing their knowledge and expertise with aspiring DanceSport champions.

For a sampling of just some of the many wonderful studios in and around New York City, check out the links below.

For a more comprehensive listing of dance studios in the Tri-State area, visit NYC Dance Connection maintained by Rob Clark.

Caveat Emptor :
Most dance studios are run by reputable and experienced professionals with many years in the industry. As in any business, there are rotten apples out there. The Consumer Protection Bureau of the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, D.C., has published a brochure telling you what types of illegal and unfair sales practices to be wary of before you sign up for lessons. For more information, click the following link http://www.ftc.gov/opa/predawn/F89/dancebrochre.txt