Best Dance Classes near Hartford, CT

These studios serve Hartford from nearby bases in towns including West Hartford, Manchester and Glastonbury.

24 studios listed · 17 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Dance Express of Tolland

Dance Express of Tolland

(1)
“They graciously allowed my daughter to try the classes until she found what she had liked and with minimal time to spare has even gotten her into the recitals!”
In Business Since 1993
BBB Rating: A+
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Tolland, CT · 16 mi from Hartford
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Toriography Dance Company

Toriography Dance Company

(19)
  • Studio
  • Creative
  • Confidence
“One of the most appealing things about this studio is that it is completely age appropriate, you will not see inappropriate routines with scantily clad children...”
In Business Since 2006
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Vernon, CT · 12 mi from Hartford
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Alyce Carella Dance Centre

Alyce Carella Dance Centre

(5)
“My daughters have been dancing at ACDC since they could walk—it is their home away from home with great friends, gifted and talented teachers, and a community of wonderful, caring parents!”
In Business Since 1962
West Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Ballet Theatre Company

Ballet Theatre Company

(1)
“Since my daughter took dance lessons here at 6 years old in 2002, our family and friends have enjoyed the rich educational and artistic entertainment that Ballet Theatre Company has brought to the area.”
In Business Since 2004
West Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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Pheonix Academy of the Arts

Pheonix Academy of the Arts

In Business Since 2023
West Hartford, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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New England Dance

New England Dance

(17)
  • Studio
  • Yoga
  • Students
“As an educator with over 13 years teaching at the secondary and college level, I can say without a doubt, Adrianna leads by example, with dedication, expertise, care, humour, consideration, and, above all, HEART.”
In Business Since 2013
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
Cromwell, CT · 9 mi from Hartford
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The 24 studios listed for Hartford, CT 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: Hartford, CT

23 of the 24 studios on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 509 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (85%), quality (79%) and communication (70%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 17 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 76 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 22 list a public email and 4 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 24 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.

Garage Dance Studio & Gallery

Garage Dance Studio & Gallery

(47)
  • Bachata
  • Salsa
  • Milonga
“The floor is wonderful, the decor is delightful, the instructors are great, the live music events are classy, not to mention the grand piano, the coffee bar is terrific, and the food and drink at big dances are amazing.”
In Business Since 2015
Transparent Fees & Pricing
New Britain, CT · 8 mi from Hartford
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Glastonbury Dance Center

Glastonbury Dance Center

(50)
  • Community
  • Studio
  • Second Home
“She always looks forward to going especially after a stressful day at school because she says the dance studio is a place that allows her to relax and do what she loves to do.”
In Business Since 2012
Accepts Check
Glastonbury, CT · 9 mi from Hartford
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Silk City Gymnastics & Dance

Silk City Gymnastics & Dance

(46)
“The coaches provide the basic skills and continue to work together with the gymnasts to build up the core strengths and attitude to join the competitive team or just simply continue doing gymnastics as a sport, depending on the preference and skills ...”
In Business Since 1977
Accepts Check
Manchester, CT · 8 mi from Hartford
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New Steps Dance & Fitness Center

New Steps Dance & Fitness Center

(27)
  • Studio
  • Environment
  • Communication
“My child feels welcomed, safe, and encouraged to enjoy her dance experience and to support and encourage her peers, while learning the skills needed to grow as a dancer.”
In Business Since 1984
Glastonbury, CT · 9 mi from Hartford
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The Dance Connection

The Dance Connection

(13)
  • Skills
  • Studio
  • Life
“It was even more apparent to me this past competition weekend that the team is incredibly dedicated (these girls seem to outshine others in their skills and execution), loves to dance and more importantly loves one another - their confidence and frie...”
In Business Since 1999
BBB Rating: A+
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Unionville, CT · 10 mi from Hartford
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Dance City & the Arts

Dance City & the Arts

(4)
“The people are very nice and they have great dances and dancers”
In Business Since 1993
BBB Rating: A+
Southington, CT · 15 mi from Hartford
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D.a.n.c.e. by Kristin

D.a.n.c.e. by Kristin

(6)
  • Students
  • Skills
  • Strength Training
“They set a framework for me that I continue to utilize today in terms of character, mindset, interpersonal/intrapersonal relationships, and even how I fuel my body with food and water.”
In Business Since 2010
BBB Rating: A+
Collinsville, CT · 13 mi from Hartford
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The Code

The Code

(12)
  • Studio
  • Learning
  • Choreography
“As the tap director of the CODE I can confidently say that this studio is an incredible learning environment that will challenge and motivate your child to be the best dancer, performer, and person that they can possibly be.”
In Business Since 2019
Glastonbury, CT · 9 mi from Hartford
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Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

In Business Since 1950
Licensed
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Canton, CT · 11 mi from Hartford
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Northstar Dance Academy

Northstar Dance Academy

(13)
“Really grateful for the role that the staff here have played in my children's' upbringing and know that the the lessons they have learned here will help them throughout their lives.”
In Business Since 2004
Manchester, CT · 8 mi from Hartford
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Nutmeg PAC

Nutmeg PAC

(10)
  • Studio
“Best studio for your kids to grow”
In Business Since 2004
Accepts Check
Bristol, CT · 15 mi from Hartford
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Yoga

Yoga

(7)
  • Working Out
“I have worked out all of my adult life at various gyms, but after spending the last 6 months working out at YDF 2-3 times a week, my husband says that he see's the most positive change in my body that he's ever seen!”
In Business Since 2022
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Tariffville, CT · 11 mi from Hartford
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Creative Dance Center

Creative Dance Center

(10)
  • Environment
  • Studio
  • Ballet
“The performances are always lovely but most importantly, the dancers have fun 🤩 Dancers of all ages are supported and cared for here - I would recommend this studio to anyone with kids who like to dance or who would like to get started dancing.”
In Business Since 2015
East Hampton, CT · 16 mi from Hartford
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Connecticut Concert Ballet

Connecticut Concert Ballet

(6)
“IMO its a much preferred extra curricular activity than surfing on i Phone all afternoon and evening or forming unproductive social cliques gossiping or worse.”
In Business Since 1986
Manchester, CT · 8 mi from Hartford
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Apogee Dance Academy LLC

Apogee Dance Academy LLC

(2)
“The Apogee Big/Little mentorship program is probably my favorite part as my daughters had personal idols they got to perform with and learn from rather than idols they can only "follow" on social media.”
In Business Since 2014
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Southington, CT · 15 mi from Hartford
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Dance 10

Dance 10

(6)
  • Studio
“They are both in their 20s and continued to dance through college in addition they also started choreographing and teaching dance and love it.”
In Business Since 1989
Wethersfield, CT · 4 mi from Hartford
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SRL Irish Dance Academy

SRL Irish Dance Academy

(5)
“Watching him grow over this year has been amazing, from someone who cried at camp, to someone who would just lay on the floor after a long day at daycare, to someone who followed the teachers' directions and danced along with the class, to someone wh...”
In Business Since 2014
South Windsor, CT · 5 mi from Hartford
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Verve Dance

Verve Dance

(1)
“This studio is so warm and welcoming to people of all levels and backgrounds.”
In Business Since 2023
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Simsbury, CT · 10 mi from Hartford
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Dance Training Services in Hartford, CT Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$179
Maximum cost
$1069
National Average
$475
Avg Per Hour Rates
$84
$416
$831
Fair price range is based on 430 cost profiles
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Average Cost $475
Minimum cost $179
Maximum cost $1069
Avg Per Hour Rates $84

Fair range $416 to $831 is based on 430 cost profiles.

Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about studios near Hartford

  • “The teachers are knowledgeable, friendly and look forward to seeing the dancers.” — from a review of Toriography Dance Company
  • “I would highly recommend New Steps Dance to all girls and boys looking to build their confidence and enjoy themselves.” — from a review of New Steps Dance & Fitness Center
  • “They are always so welcoming and positive, making it a happy and fun place for our little ones to develop a love for dance.” — from a review of Glastonbury Dance Center
  • “The transformation that you will see from your dancer and the confidence they will gain once they start at The Code is awe-inspiring!” — from a review of The Code
  • “The instructor is very thorough and patient with new students new dances are broken down step by step and slowly built up starting at a slow speed and gradually working up to full speed.” — from a review of SRL Irish Dance Academy

Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.

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