Best Dance Classes in Portland, OR

Handpicked from 128 vetted & reviewed Dance Training studios in the Portland area, explore the top 5 leaders in their field among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Steps PDX

Steps PDX

(40)
  • Students
  • Space
  • Studio
“When visiting other schools for workshops or SI's our daughter has repeatedly seen students told to use their bodies improperly and the only reason she knows this at her young age is because the teachers at Steps explain and teach proper movement pat...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
1734 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR
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Vitalidad Movement Arts Center (Vmac)

Vitalidad Movement Arts Center (Vmac)

(45)
  • Classes
  • Salsa
  • Community
“The teachers, Chris and Deblin create safe conditions for learning by focusing on consent on and off the dance floor, safety in movement, and including everyone in the community, especially making sure that new people know that they are welcome.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
2648 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214
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Arthur Murray Dance Studio Portland

Arthur Murray Dance Studio Portland

(18)
“We started here a little more than a year ago after trying a couple of other places and really have made progress and really like the staff and other students.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2007
2526 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232
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The Aero Space

The Aero Space

(33)
  • Community
  • Classes
  • Studio
“They have all the equipment necessary to properly train for pole as well (elastic bands, blocks, foam cylinders, yoga mats, etc) AND they have a 24/7 members studio, which is my favorite!”
Emergency Services
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2013
Coupons & Offers
111 SE Madison St, Portland, OR
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Vega Dance Lab

Vega Dance Lab

(16)
Dance School, Dance Studio
“I walked in feeling nervous because I wasn't a seasoned dancer and my previous experiences trying to take dance classes in Portland had all resulted in finding myself in a room with professional dancers or 14-year-olds, in other words, total embarras...”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts Check
In Business Since 2008
Average Price Tag
1322 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
98 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
98.5 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Portland Dance Center

Portland Dance Center

(10)
  • Ballet
  • Hip Hop
  • Studio
“They went above and beyond in still working on an year-end performance and giving kids a chance to have a red carpet experience still, one kid at a time, in a totally socially distanced manner.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts Debit, Insurance
In Business Since 2011
Transparent Fees & Pricing
15320 NW Central Dr D-4, Portland, OR 97229
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Oregon Irish Dance Academy

Oregon Irish Dance Academy

(22)
  • High School
  • Skills
  • Learning
“This allows dancers to experience the responsibility of being part of a team while learning the technical skills of Irish dance, but all done in a safe and encouraging environment.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2017
1625 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR
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Pole Palace

Pole Palace

(20)
  • Studio
  • Classes
  • Workout
“The teachers are happy to work with all fitness levels, all body types and genders are represented, and I'm in much better shape since I started strutting my butt around with these awesome people three days a week.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2012
2015 N Kilpatrick St, Portland, OR
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Elite Dance Studio

Elite Dance Studio

(1)
“I'm part of elite dance studio team they teach you so good they are the best in beavorton totally recommend if you want YIYR son/daughter trying out!”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts Check
In Business Since 2005
Remote Consultations Available
4062 NW Saltzman Rd # 202, Portland, OR
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Hip Hop Soulsation Academy

Hip Hop Soulsation Academy

(16)
  • Hip Hop Dance
  • Classes
  • Learn
“Cykhyia not only taught them moves they couldn't learn anywhere else, she also brings the kind of structure and discipline that enhances the joy of creativity.”
In Business Since 2013
10233 NE Clackamas St, Portland, OR
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Elevate Dance Academy

Elevate Dance Academy

(14)
  • Students
  • Studio
“Brittany, Michel, and the rest of their staff care deeply about each and every one of their dancers, and have created an atmosphere that fosters inclusivity, acceptance, hard-work, and growth.”
In Business Since 2018
8785 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy, Portland, OR
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Center For Movement Arts

Center For Movement Arts

(4)
“This studio takes dance seriously, but is inclusive and positive for dancers of all ages and aspirations.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts Cash, Check
In Business Since 2003
1734 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR
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Experience Flamenco

Experience Flamenco

(19)
  • Learning
  • Cante Flamenco
  • Art
“Between Nov 1st and Nov 15th, we had 18 classes with 3 flamencas, 3+ rooftop reviews, 3 tours of different Jerez neighborhoods, a trip to Cadiz, a trip to a sherry bodega, 5 shopping trips, 2 theater flamenco events (hello”
In Business Since 2008
5516 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR
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Grande Finale Dance Studio

Grande Finale Dance Studio

(3)
  • Ballet
  • Learn
“It is cheap and has very kind instructors that teach to the best of their abilities.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1992
875 Portland Ave, Gladstone, OR 97027
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Rose City Studio

Rose City Studio

(8)
  • Floor
“Great dance floor, temp controlled environment & I know the owners are trying hard to support Portland's dance community beyond the many different dance lessons they offer here!!”
In Business Since 2017
1420 NW 17th Ave #88, Portland, OR
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The Portland Ballet

The Portland Ballet

(9)
  • Adults
  • Classes
“This is a non-profit school which means no hidden agenda; Never a push for expensive private lessons, just honest to goodness feedback.”
In Business Since 2007
6250 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR
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Yellow Rose Dance

Yellow Rose Dance

(4)
“Good I went there they are very nice you do some stretching witch might be sore the day after but they're really nice and I really recommend this place I used to be like I don't know about the space but when I got in it was good”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2000
8730 SW Terwilliger Blvd #102, Portland, OR
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The Everybody Dance Project

The Everybody Dance Project

(4)
  • Studio
“The dance instructors are extremely positive and keep my kid wanting to come back!!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2023
3132 SE 67th Ave, Portland, OR
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IMA Academy

IMA Academy

(7)
  • Learn
  • Creative
  • Play
“Miss Ella was attentive to each child and gave plenty of praise and encouragement that left them feeling confident and ready to learn more about ballet.”
In Business Since 2021
1420 NW 17th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
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Formation Studios

Formation Studios

(5)
“The beginner classes are welcoming and fun, and the intermediate classes are challenging and have made me a better dancer.”
In Business Since 2020
3703 SE Cesar Estrada Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR
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Studio One Dance Academy

Studio One Dance Academy

(14)
  • Ballet
  • Children
“Whatever magic is happening in the classes surely shows as my daughter could care less about being older in the class, about being taller, or about repeating classes.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1985
7915 SE Lake Rd, Portland, OR 97267
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NW Dance Project

NW Dance Project

(13)
  • Ballet
  • Studios
“Their new Creative Center is absolutely stunning - world-class dance facilities that are very central in the city.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
211 NE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97232
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Dance With Susan Molitor

Dance With Susan Molitor

(3)
“She will always challenge you to make you a better dancer with attention to all details, but at the same time not overwhelming you with too many things to think about at the same time”
In Business Since 1998
3300 SE Woodward St, Portland, OR 97202
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Center Space Studio

Center Space Studio

(1)
In Business Since 2004
Portland, OR
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Dance Training Services in Portland, OR Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$187
Maximum cost
$1119
National Average
$497
Avg Per Hour Rates
$87
$435
$870
Average price range is based on 443 cost profiles
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Average Cost $497
Minimum cost $187
Maximum cost $1119
Avg Per Hour Rates $87

Average range $435 to $870 is based on 443 cost profiles.

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