Cltdance
“The dance lessons were great and it's a great way to meet new people.”
Best Dance Classes in Charlotte, NC
23 studios listed · all 23 in Charlotte · 16 open weekends · all 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Ballantyne Ballroom Dance Studio
“I feel completely at ease with my daughter during the training sessions – I know they are fun and not stressful (we have experience with gymnastics in two places, so we can compare).”
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Carolina Dance Capital
“My daughter is learning a lot—not just about dance but about life—and absolutely loves it.”
Piedmont School of Music & Dance
“The dance curriculum is organized and curated to your child's developmental stage, and spreading joy through movement is their passion!”
Midtown Ballroom
“The space is decked to the 9s, and I enjoy dancing with Jake and Trevor!”
Chateau Wo. “ A Pole Dance Boutique”
“Lovely place with a welcoming crew of artistic persons to boot!!!”
The 23 studios listed for Charlotte, NC teach dance. Which styles and age groups each one runs comes from what it publishes on its own site; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Charlotte, NC
All 23 studios we list here are in Charlotte itself. We have 36 studios in Charlotte on file; this page shows the highest-rated 23. The studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 853 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "atmosphere", "energy" and "patient". 16 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 32 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 23 of the studios on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Where do I find dance class schedules and age groups?
All 23 studios here have a website on file, and that is where the class grid, the age bands and the term dates live. Studios rarely list every style in their business name, so a place that looks like a ballet school often teaches four other things.
Open Door Studios
“We love it here and appreciate the incredible hardwork, time, love and dedication that goes into every class, show, and performance!”
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Kizomba Alegria Dance Company
“I look forward to class and all the festivities that comes with being part of a dance family!”
NC Dance District
“The instructors are nothing short of amazing & it's always filled with high energy!”
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Movestudio Charlotte
“Our kids have fun and it's low pressure and just want their ages need.”
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RW Latin Dance
“They have weekly dance socials with good DJ that are fun and opportunity to practice with your classmates and others.”
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B.B. Dance Productions
“My daughter has discovered a home away from home at BB Dance.”
Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center
“I love this space and all of the people I've encountered in it.”
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Carolina Dance Academy
“My daughter has grown into a beautiful dancer and has so much fun here!”
Steps N Motion Dance Studio
“They are constantly expanding their classes to teach new styles, the recital is top-notch, teachers are warm and loving, while still being technically sound and talented.”
Dance Fever Charlotte
“The teachers were so patient and kind and my daughter LOVED the combination class last year.”
Charlotte School of Ballet
“She has grown in her love and passion for dance because of this place.”
The Arts Center For All
“I feel that this place really cares for the student both during the course of the lesson and after everything is done.”
Upstage Center of Performing Arts
“The studio is excellent at finding talent and making their students shine.”
Charlotte Performing Arts Academy
“My daughter loved it so much she wants to take lessons there!”
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CT Dance Studio
“Not only do I love the dancing and the learning but it also gives my mind a complete break from day to day problems and a great workout.”
The Reid Academy
“There were several unexpected bonuses including very special friendships, confidence building, character development, & fabulous life lessons around every corner.”
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Jolie South Dance Academy
“Love this place with all my being.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Charlotte
- “These classes have helped me tremendously with developing stronger fundamentals, being able to adjust to dancing with different partners, having better styling, and most of all being more confident in the dance floor!” — from a review of Cltdance
- “Perfect place to come dance. Everyone is friendly and treats you like family.” — from a review of RW Latin Dance
- “I was not sure about taking a dance class before, but the environment with kizomba Alegria is very welcoming.” — from a review of Kizomba Alegria Dance Company
- “The teacher was professional and knowledgeable on dance and didn’t hesitate to correct us when we were off.” — from a review of Midtown Ballroom
- “Along with learning how to play and read music, she has gained tremendous confidence through recitals and performances.” — from a review of The Arts Center For All
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