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Learn Ballroom & Latin Dance in Scottsdale
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Scottsdale has been transforming beginners into confident dancers since our founding. Our proprietary teaching system, refined over decades, makes learning ballroom, Latin, and social dance styles accessible to everyone, regardless of experience level. With personalized instruction tailored to individual goals, we help singles discover new hobbies, couples strengthen relationships through dance, and wedding couples create unforgettable first dances.Our Scottsdale studio maintains the legacy of founder Arthur Murray by combining innovation with tradition, ensuring students master 30+ dance styles in a welcoming environment. Certified instructors guide students through progressive lessons that build skills rapidly while emphasizing enjoyment. From casual learners to competition enthusiasts, our structured programs deliver measurable results through a combination of private and group instruction formats.
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Latin Dance Instruction
Wedding Dance Preparation
Salsa Lessons
Swing Dance Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized dance programs for all skill levels
- Our instructors use a proprietary, proven teaching system
- We specialize in 30+ dance styles including wedding choreography
- Our Scottsdale studio serves Fountain Hills, McCormick Ranch, and Paradise Valley
- We provide both private and group lesson formats
What people say
Welcoming dance experience
Excellence and professionalism
Great staff
Friendly environment
Highly-trained instructors
Services
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Our ballroom dance instruction covers traditional styles like waltz and foxtrot. Certified instructors break down complex movements into learnable steps, focusing on posture, rhythm, and partner connection. Students progress through structured levels while enjoying social dance opportunities.
Wedding Dance Preparation
Custom choreography for wedding couples creates memorable first dances. Instructors design routines matching your music choice and comfort level, with options for private practice sessions. Packages include timing coordination with reception schedules and music editing assistance.
Salsa Lessons
Salsa classes teach authentic Latin rhythms and partner work. Group classes build social dancing confidence while private sessions refine technique. Curriculum includes basic steps, turns, and styling for both lead and follow roles in club and competition settings.
People
Arthur Murray
Founder
Visionary dance instructor who revolutionized dance education through mail-order footprints and franchised studios. His innovative teaching methods established a global network of dance schools that continue his legacy of accessible dance instruction.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in 30+ styles including ballroom, Latin, swing, salsa, tango, country, and wedding-specific choreography.
Do I need a dance partner?
No partner required. Our instructors partner with students during lessons, and group classes provide social dance opportunities with other students.
How long does it take to learn to dance?
Most students achieve basic proficiency in 3-6 months with regular lessons. Our progressive system builds skills incrementally while maintaining enjoyment.
Are trial lessons available?
Yes, we offer introductory packages that include a private lesson and program consultation to help new students experience our teaching approach.
Reviews (4)
Rhiannon Garza
Jul 01, 2018
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Everyone is amazing and I'm enjoying learning all the different dances!! Thanks for making my Fridays super fantasticly AWESOME
Nick Losole
Jun 14, 2017
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We have been attending classes with Jonny and Sarah for 8 months. We have had lessons from the other instructors as well. My wife and I cannot believe how much we've learned and how much fun we have dancing now. The instructors are friendly and teach you at your own pace.
Michael Mcfetters
May 08, 2017
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Fantastic dance studio! Everyone is very kind and professional. They also do a lot to help our community.
Jenn Harrar
Oct 25, 2016
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Thank you so much Arthur Murray and Donovan for our creative, fun first wedding dance!! Love all the staff here and felt like we were surrounded by friends every night we practiced. Everyone is so full of high energy and wonderful talent! We posted the wedding link to your page and hope you will be able to share it with future dancers in need of a wedding dance. Thank you so much for everything!
