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Just Dance Ballroom
- Space
- Floor
- Party
“A great place to host your epic dance party!”
Best Dance Classes in Oakland, CA
24 studios listed · 13 in Oakland · 2 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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In the Groove Studios
- Rented
- Adult
- Classes
“I remember I will always as a child will go and see this place and see all these good dancers and finally since I am grown I am one of those people that are dancing”
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Tingna Dance Studio
- New Year
- Team Work
- Hip Hop
“Tingna Dance Studio, under the skilled guidance of Tina, stands out not just for its impressive choreography but for its commitment to fostering teamwork and building confidence in its dancers.”
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Omni Dance Studios
- Thursday
- Brazilian Zouk
- Classes
“Working with Imaan was so easy: he was helpful, accommodating, generous, and thoughtful in his approach, and we could not be more grateful for that and his communication throughout the process.”
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Purdance
- Hip Hop
- Jazz
“Experienced teachers.”
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East Bay Dance Center
- Ballet
- Summer Camp
- Tap
“She loves learning all the styles, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and it's been a great way for her to discover that she has a talent for modern and ballet, which she never would have known without the East Bay Dance Center.”
The 24 studios listed for Oakland, CA 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: Oakland, CA
13 of the 24 studios we list are based in Oakland; the other 11 serve Oakland from San Francisco (13 mi), San Jose (39 mi) and Orinda (7 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 746 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (79%), quality (74%) and communication (72%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills" and "energy". 2 are open around the clock; 15 are open on Saturdays and 15 on Sundays. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 51 years. 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the studios on this page; 15 publish a contact page; 18 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.
Are all the dance studios on this page in Oakland?
13 of the 24 are, and the rest come from other towns within 40 mi. With a weekly class and a rehearsal season on top of it, the drive is worth weighing carefully before you commit to a year.
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Argentine Tango With Mira Barakat
- Studio
- Classes
“Not only is she an excellent instructor who will give you the best advice on how to improve your tango skills (whatever level you are at), she also shows up with a presence and energy that make her classes as fun as they are insightful.”
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Steps On Toes
- Learning
- Lindy Hop
- Lessons
“Laurie Ann has great sense in just looking or dancing the move with you where she can pinpoint exactly if your arm isn't giving your partner enough space or if your hand is sending a confusing signal by being placed just too far to the left etc.”
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Danspace
“Instruction focuses on correct technique and mechanics, not the most turn or or prettiest lines, which is perfect if you're just taking classes for a bit of movement and exercise.”
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Salsa With Juan
- Learning
- Class
“It was easy to follow along and they did a great job adjusting to a virtual instructing environment over video conferencing - it was a seamless way to still enjoy salsa dancing.”
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Atomic Allure
“The instructors are friendly and approachable, but since the class (especially the beginner/intro class) can get quite large, it might be difficult for them to give everyone one-on-one attention and help.”
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Niosha Dance Academy
“! We are at the east of US and Niosha Jan,is at the west and my daughter is one of her students, I can't believe my daughter can dance only after a few month”
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Interplay
“Brilliant ways of accessing what the body wants to teach me, how to interact with others through simple forms (like games) that inspire community, trust, and reengaging with our ability to play with incredible freedom.”
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Trilliant Studios LLC
“Fantastic!”
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Dimensions Dance Theater
“I especially like how the youth program helps develops pride and confidence in our youth.”
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Ellen Webb Studio
“After working on strength during the week, I always look forward to a stretch on Saturday.”
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Ricasalsa Dance Salsa by Ricardo
- Understand
- Information
- Classes
“I been studying with Ricardo, for awhile and I'm a lot better dancer and I work on lead and follow, I recommend taking classes with him, on Wednesday I'm there every week and try help others to learn to.”
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East Bay Salsa
- Party
“Best Music , Great Orquesta on Live , free Parking Para Gozar..”
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The Dance Loft
- Dream
- Father
- Lessons
“Val made us feel confident, helped us visualize what it would feel like to dance at our wedding, and was a huge part in ensuring our big moment was a success.”
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Bollywood Dance Central
- Wedding
- Choreographer
- Classes
“The choreography was amazing and she worked in advance to create suitable dance moves for our level of dance experience- I have grown so much as a dancer and taking classes from Sindhu.”
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The 9:20 Special
- Feel
- Thursday
- Learned
“I started just sitting on the side of the dance floor most of the night but as I met more people I started dancing more and now I never have a chance to sit down.”
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Vrv3 Studios
- Feel
- Tailor
- Energy
“I'm a fan of the mixed level classes; the instructors always introduce a progression for each move so you can focus on one level or challenge yourself by moving up in the progression.”
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Sisters in Motion
- Lights
- Erotic
- Life
“I've been a member for a year, I came curious about connecting with my feminity and sensuality and I'm staying for the community of amazing women and the personal growth I've seen in and out of the studio.”
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San Francisco Pole + Dance
- Heels
- Strength
- Students
“I had the chance to attend a student showcase tonight and wanted to thank Jenna who was working in the front desk for making the check in process so easy!”
Dance Training Services in Oakland, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$186
Maximum cost
$1114
National Average
$495
Avg Per Hour Rates
$87
$434
$867
Average price range is based on 346 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Oakland
- “Laurie Ann is wonderfully calm and kind person, a very skilled dancer (especially lindy hop!), and an even better teacher.” — from a review of Steps On Toes
- “I enjoy watching my daughter and her classmates dance, and the classes are very reasonably priced.” — from a review of In the Groove Studios
- “My daughter loves it and looks forward to going to dance class.” — from a review of East Bay Dance Center
- “I would highly recommend working with her, even if you have no background in dance and feel intimidated at the thought of attempting it.” — from a review of Argentine Tango With Mira Barakat
- “I don't think there's a dance that Laurie Ann doesn't know, and she is such a patient and skilled teacher.” — from a review of Steps On Toes
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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