Premier Dance Academy
“My daughters take dance lessons from here and seem to enjoy it.”
Best Dance Classes in Clearwater, FL
24 studios listed · 8 in Clearwater · 1 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Clearwater Dance Depot
“Corrine's extensive dance knowledge, expertise, fun and patience help all of her students both emotionally & physically!”
Steps School of Dance
“My daughters have been attending for the past 6 years and every year keeps getting better.”
Arthur Murray Dance Centers Clearwater
“We are so blessed to have had Megan, Misha, and Brandon coach us for 5 months through our choreographed wedding routine.”
MZ Dance Company
“My son, who is autistic and can be difficult, has done well and Miss Amanda is very patient with him.”
Tampa Bay Highland Dancers
“Not only is she learning dance, but she also gets the history behind it and I love that she is learning about her Scottish heritage.”
The 24 studios listed for Clearwater, FL 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: Clearwater, FL
8 of the 24 studios we list are based in Clearwater; the other 16 serve Clearwater from towns including Tampa (19 mi), St. Petersburg (14 mi) and Palm Harbor (7 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,270 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), quality (86%) and communication (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "confidence", "patient" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 17 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 36 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 19 list a public email and 7 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
How are the dance studios on this page rated?
All 24 studios on this page are rated 4.5 or higher. Dance reviews are worth reading rather than counting, because they tend to say a lot about communication, fees and how a studio treats a child who is struggling.
Hiptwist Dance Studio
“Awesome dance fitness class and very welcoming great variety of dance and music definitely going back”
Gulf Coast Dancenter
“My daughter still dances with them even after graduating from USF receiving a BA in dance.”
Dance Forever
“Cathy and her business partner Troy are both wonderful and patient instructors.”
Impulse Studios Pole Dance & Exotic Fitness
“The owner, Sarah, was our instructor and made us all feel comfortable, was encouraging, and really made sure our experience was fun… she was a delight.”
Dance Passion
“Our first time learning to dance and he helped us learn every step and did a beautiful choreography that worked for our song choice!”
Fusion Dance Company
“She comes home excited from dance and shows everyone her latest dance moves she has learned.”
Hip Expressions Belly Dance Studio
“I love the wide array of fun and challenging classes offered from belly dance to fitness to Nia, chair dancing and many, many more!”
Abasi Dance Lab
“My daughter and my son have learned so much over the years and continue to be empowered by the wonderful teachers and staff.”
The Hive Ballroom
“I give my utmost thanks and kudos to Timothy, Michele, Lina, and John, and Easidance for guiding through wonderful adventure.”
Bayou Dance Club
“I have 2 left feet and yet they helped me dance like Fred A.”
Dreamer's Dance Company
“Miss Rose is the best dance instructor I know - she is amazing at revealing the hidden talent these kids have, which builds their self confidence!”
Broadway Arts & Dance Academy
“April and her husband are warm, enthusiastic, and even incorporate a singing session into the class!”
VYB Dance Studio
“This place has helped my daughter grow so much, from the AMAZING owner's to the talented choreographers they always bring in.”
Feisty Fitness Co. Pole & Aerial
“She quickly responded to all of my emails and text messages and was so flexible when it came to scheduling open pole/aerial times.”
Centerstage Dance Academy
“Limbert is so great to work with!”
Tonos Latin Dance
“He is patient with you, If he sees you're doing a move incorrectly he won't ignore it instead he explains it to you until you have a better understanding.”
The Dance Company Trinity
“The classes are challenging and the teachers make it fun yet stay focused on growing each dancer's skills.”
The Real Ballroom Dance Studio
“We even got to perform our dance at one of their Friday dance events which was so good to do before your big day and get all the nerves out in front of people!”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Clearwater
- “What a delightful studio! As a returning dancer (it’s been about 30+ years), I was nervous but everyone - owner, instructors and fellow students - were so welcoming and accommodating.” — from a review of Gulf Coast Dancenter
- “Definitely worth a shot! They are very patient, very kind, and do not judge you for how you dance.” — from a review of Arthur Murray Dance Centers Clearwater
- “Lots of fun and laughter! You don’t have to be an experienced dancer to learn and have fun.” — from a review of Tampa Bay Highland Dancers
- “Corinne is a world class dancer and teacher and is endowed with the wisdom of experience.” — from a review of Clearwater Dance Depot
- “Anne has created such an amazing community of adult dancers, from beginner to post professional, that is beyond welcoming.” — from a review of Gulf Coast Dancenter
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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