1st Dance Chicago
Private dance lessons and wedding first dances in Chicago
1st Dance Chicago offers private and semi-private dance instruction tailored to your goals, whether you're preparing for a wedding, looking for a date night activity, or wanting to dance at social events.
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Before your first class
Semi-private 90-minute group classes are marketed as perfect for beginners, combining instruction with practice time.
Single private lesson $150; five lessons $600; ten lessons $1,000.
About this studio
1st Dance Chicago offers private and semi-private dance instruction tailored to your goals, whether you're preparing for a wedding, looking for a date night activity, or wanting to dance at social events. The studio teaches salsa, bachata, ballroom, and swing, and works with students of all experience levels.
Wedding first dance lessons are a core offering. The studio customizes choreography to match your style—subdued, silly, or dramatic—and packages include supplemental practice videos, detailed choreography notes graphed to your song, practice playlists with similar music, and free group classes for every private lesson taken. Single lessons cost $150; packages of five lessons are $600, or ten lessons for $1,000. Clients of affiliated partners receive discounts up to 50% off lesson packages.
Private lessons for fun are available to individuals or couples at $150 per session. All private lesson packages include detailed tracking of dances and skills learned, practice playlists organized by music style, and free group classes. There's no requirement to bring a partner for private lessons.
Semi-private small group classes run as 90-minute sessions combining 45 minutes of instruction with 45 minutes of practice time; these are marketed as ideal for beginners and booked for two people. Private dance parties are also available for groups up to 16 people, priced $200–$400, and can be customized for learning line dances, basics for special events, or a mix of both.
The studio is located at 4264 W Irving Park Rd in Chicago and operates by appointment. Text is the preferred contact method.
What to expect
Your first visit
Your first visit will be a private or semi-private lesson tailored to your needs and goals. If you book a wedding package, you'll receive a customized choreography, practice videos, and detailed notes. All private lesson packages include free group classes to complement your learning.
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What beginners can expect
Semi-private 90-minute group classes are marketed as perfect for beginners, combining instruction with practice time.
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
1st Dance Chicagohasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
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Frequently asked about 1st Dance Chicago
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does 1st Dance Chicago teach?
1st Dance Chicago teaches Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom, Swing. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is 1st Dance Chicago located?
1st Dance Chicago is located in Chicago, IL. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does 1st Dance Chicago offer private lessons?
Contact 1st Dance Chicago directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does 1st Dance Chicago teach kids and adults?
1st Dance Chicago welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at 1st Dance Chicago?
The fastest path is to visit 1st Dance Chicago via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.