Arthur Murray Dance Studio Calgary

Arthur Murray Dance Studio Calgary teaches ballroom, Latin, swing and 30+ other dance styles to beginners and experienced dancers. The studio is part of the Arthur Murray family of franchises, which has operated for over 70 years and spans more than 300 locations worldwide. Founded on the belief that everyone can learn to dance, the studio uses what it calls a 'fool-proof method' designed to get you dancing on your very first lesson.

The studio offers three main lesson tracks: singles lessons for those without a partner, couples lessons framed as date-night experiences, and wedding dance lessons. For weddings, the studio helps couples choose between choreography, lead-and-follow improvisation, or a combination of both. They also handle music editing as part of the wedding package. The studio teaches a wide repertoire for first dances, including waltzes, rumbas, and swing, and can create wedding mash-ups mixing multiple styles.

Specific dance styles mentioned include Waltz, Swing, Cha Cha, Salsa, Tango, Two-Step, Argentine Tango, and Country styles. Salsa encompasses LA Style Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha. The studio operates with certified instructors trained in all offerings.

Lessons are available for flexible timelines—the studio recommends starting wedding lessons several months in advance but notes it's never too late to begin. For weddings, they recommend dances last 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes. The studio emphasizes community and regularly hosts dance parties where students can practise what they've learned. Clients report competition experience, including one student who competed in Las Vegas.

The studio is located at 231B Forge Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2H 0S9, and serves the greater Calgary area including Airdrie, Chestermere, Cochrane, and Okotoks. Hours are Monday 5:30pm–10pm and Tuesday–Friday 12pm–10pm.

Your first lesson begins with questions about your goals and what you want from dancing. A highly-trained instructor will guide you through basics, and you'll start learning actual steps on that first day, leaving with a plan for your next few sessions.

The studio employs certified instructors described by clients as experienced, friendly, and enthusiastic. One client noted an instructor's ability to put couples at ease and keep momentum with energy and enthusiasm.

The studio specializes in teaching beginner dancers and uses a method designed to get you dancing on your first lesson, with no partner or experience required.