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The Dance Loft SF
“She helped us craft the perfect first dance for our wedding -- teaching us memorable new dance moves while staying true to our vision.”
Best Dance Classes near San Rafael, CA
2 of these studios are based in San Rafael; the others serve San Rafael from San Francisco (17 mi).
all 10 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
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Vrv3 Studios
“I have never been someone who is good at "working out", but I have found an activity that keeps me moving, is always challenging, and that is FUN!”
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Dance Arts Ballroom & Fitness Studio
“I love her Tuesday night classes and social dance afterward.”
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Rae Studios
“There's a wide variety of classes that you can take--whether you want to take a cardio dance class to something more technique or advanced choreography--there's something for everyone.”
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Bollywood Dance Central
“Bollywood Dance Central has provided me with an amazing experience so far and Sindhu has been very kind and helpful to ensure the kids have the most fun and engaging experiences here.”
San Francisco Ballet
“My daughter Giselle loved working with Tina LaBlanc, Patrick Armand, and Sofiane Sylve!”
The 10 studios listed for San Rafael, 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: San Rafael, CA
The 10 studios on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 625 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. 9 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. Domain records put 6 websites of the studios on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the studios on this page; 8 publish a contact page; all 10 list a public email and 4 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 San Rafael?
2 of the 10 are, and the rest come from other towns within 20 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.
The Belrose
“The Best Theater in The World”
Ms. Marian's Dance Garden
“The DG's classes and high quality instructors somehow strike the ideal balance--fun and engaging while still emphasizing technique, challenging without excessive pressure or competitiveness, and plenty of opportunities for our dancers to take on leadership roles.”
Songbird Dance
“The studio was very clean, instructor was professional and friendly, and the owner Crystal was there and went out of her way to ensure the class was tailored to the needs of all the students there that day.”
Genesis Dancesport Studio
“We loved our dance instructor and other dance teachers working at this ballroom studio.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios near San Rafael
- “The space itself is welcoming and thoughtfully designed including a cozy corner with teas, reading books, and small toys for family members who may rest while their kids dance.” — from a review of Ms. Marian's Dance Garden
- “Crystal, the owner, is also so passionate about dance, incredibly talented, and just a super friendly and inclusive person overall.” — from a review of Songbird Dance
- “We highly recommend the Dance Loft! Summer recorded our dances and we were also able to practice at home.” — from a review of The Dance Loft SF
- “Ms. Marian brings out the best in every child—teaching not just dance, but confidence, discipline, and creativity.” — from a review of Ms. Marian's Dance Garden
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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