Arthur Murray Dance Center

My wife had been asking if we could start dance lessons for years. I finally agreed and I’m glad I did! Its actually been a lot of fun the past several months. We started as a Groupon and have signed up for a package of lessons. I would not consider it to be inexpensive, but I do think its a good value for the money as you get 6 private lessons in a package but you also can go to any beginner group classes and practice parties that you can find time for. We have been going on average 2 times per week and have really seen improvement in our dancing. The only thing that holds us back from being able to go more is my work schedule. So far, we have learned about 5 different dances. The instructors are super friendly and very supportive. The studio is bright and clean. I would highly recommend it to anyone that wants to try something fun with your partner or just give it try for something different!

My husband and I have been dancing at Arthur Murray for a few months. We have truly enjoyed taking lessons with Nadia and the other instructors during
Group lessons. We are improving, our confidence in dancing has grown and we are having fun!

What an amazing place to learn to dance!
I have been coming to this studio for just under a year. Starting as a total beginner and now in Bronze 2, I cannot believe how much more confident I feel on the dance floor. To be fair, I don’t have anything to compare to, as this is the only dance school I have tried, but I have no desire to branch out. The studio is always clean and bright, the staff and the instructors are professional, welcoming, knowledgeable and simply amazing! The classes are plenty, with the variety of levels, from the novice to the very advanced. The program is structured so that you are always taking classes at your level, so that you are challenged but not overwhelmed. The dance parties are great for working on your technique, getting used to switching between styles and partners (which is not always easy, especially at the beginning), and socializing.
Last but not least, Arthur Murray has regular competitions (with several studios participating, local and not) where you could dance with your partner or your instructor and be judged and scored if that is your thing. I was told it is good for you as it makes you work on the details but I never tried so can’t add anything personal.
All and all, if (for whatever reason, be it your wedding dance or upcoming cruise or just because) you are looking for a dance lessons, definitely stop by. You won’t regret it.

Top notch studio. My fiancé and I really enjoy the instructors/​owners/​staff, instruction system, and convenient location!!!

It will be three years this August since my wife and I started taking lessons at Arthur Murray, Ashburn, VA. You will not find a better place to learn how to dance. We became fans of «Dancing with the Stars» and finally decided to take dance lessons. Neither of us had ever danced before unless you count jumping around in a club or swaying slowly together to a slow tune. The best thing about Arthur Murray is its organized approach to teaching dance. The syllabus is outstanding in that the step you learn in one dance can be slightly modified to fit another. In no time at all you feel confident to do the East Coast Swing, Cha-​Cha, Rumba, etc. in public. We became hooked on dancing as a hobby when after about six months of lessons we decided to do a few basic Rumba steps on an empty dance floor at a bar in Chantilly. The people in the bar applauded, and we were hooked. No more sitting around at Company parties or in bars with a dance floor. Dance is great recreation for any married couple. The facility and instructors are first class and if you are single, the place to be is the practice party on Thursdays in Ashburn. Lots of ladies that just want to dance. Plenty of parking with oodles of restaurants close by.

WOW! It’s been so much fun! We’ve been learning to dance for 4+years, made great friends, and now totally enjoy going to weddings, business events, and out dancing! Thanks, Arthur Murray!

My fiancée and I signed up for dance lessons because let’s face it, we both can’t dance AND we are getting married very soon. Our experience at Arthur Murray has been great. The price is a little more expensive than we originally wanted to spend, but we get one on one private lessons with an instructor. With our «package» we also get to attend group classes and dance with other partners. I think this is fun because it allows a woman to truly «follow» her lead versus always leading (I’m guilty of this) and experience with other levels of dancers.
The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because of scheduling. Our work schedules are crazy and sometimes getting to the fun group classes are hard to manage.
If you want to try something different, or just flat out learn to dance, hit them up! :)

I have been attending Arthur Murray Ashburn for about 4 months now. There are 3 main reasons I think people come in:
1. They want to be able to dance at a wedding or event ($)
2. They want to be able to dance well anywhere ($$)
3. They want to become an expert dancer and compete against others. ($$$)
I am in the second category, and I expect to take about a year’s worth of dances. This is not inexpensive. If you just want to come in for a few lessons (#1, above) you can get out without a whole lot of money. I do feel like I am getting my money’s worth, though. My private lesson is once per week (or more, if my instructor and I want to), but I can still come in every other night of the week for Group Lessons at no additional charge. Group classes really help and I encourage them (so do they).
With that out of the way, let me say that the studio is completely above-​board and great to deal with. My biggest concern was that I would «lose» a lesson. As in «I can’t make it Tuesday night.» «Oh, ok, well, that lesson still counts against you.» That has never happened, and I am convinced now it won’t. I have faith in management and I don’t at all feel like they are trying to play a game with me and my money. Quite the contrary, everyone there is great to work with.
By the way, I come in alone and dance with my instructor. They are fine with that. If you come in with your SO, you two can dance and the instructor will help out. No matter what, they will work with you.
The instructors are terrific, and I really like all of them. They know what they are doing, they are fun, and I would recommend any and all of them.
So this is a long review, but let me sum up by saying that I highly recommend this studio. If you stick around after the intro lessons for the Bronze 1 program, it won’t be cheap, but you will really come away with some serious dance skills.
Stop procrastinating and learn to Salsa! (or some other, lesser dance) :)

The dance teachers are great! I love the support, cheering and the dance classes! They make it easy to step into and gradually help you progress. Looking forward to more fun and dance this year!