Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake
Ballroom, Latin, swing and country lessons for singles, couples
Arthur Murray Dance Studios is one of the world's largest and most recognized ballroom dance franchises, founded in 1912.
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Before your first class
The studio specializes in teaching beginner dancers and states most students start as total beginners; you'll be dancing on your first lesson.
For wedding dance lessons, wear comfortable shoes at first; as the wedding approaches, bring your actual wedding shoes to practice.
First wedding dance lesson $49
About this studio
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake teaches ballroom and Latin dance in the Davenport Village shopping center on North Capital of Texas Highway, serving Austin, Westlake, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Niederwald, Pflugerville, and Round Rock. The studio specializes in teaching beginner dancers through a method they call the "fool-proof method" designed to get you dancing on your very first lesson. With over 30 styles of dance to choose from, they teach Waltz, Swing, Cha Cha, Salsa, Tango, Two-Step, and more across three main lesson formats: singles lessons, couples lessons, and wedding dance lessons.
For singles, the studio emphasizes that you need no partner and no experience to start. The environment is described by students as warm and welcoming, with instructors trained to meet you where you are. One regular student reported dancing every week with their partner after six months and finding the instructors excellent at personalizing the experience.
Couples can use dance lessons as date night and wedding preparation. Wedding packages are flexible: you can choose full choreography, lead and follow (improvisational partnering), or a combination of both. The studio recommends wedding dances run 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes and suggests coming in several months before the big day, though they also work with couples on tighter timelines. One couple reported feeling fully prepared for their wedding first dance after just four sessions.
The Latin program includes LA Style Salsa (known for staying in a line while changing places), Bachata (a slower, sultry dance), Merengue (described as the easiest Latin dance), and Cha Cha. Swing styles include East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop (named after aviator Charles "Lucky Lindy" Lindbergh), and West Coast Swing, which originated in California in the 1940s and is called "Sophisticated Swing." The studio also teaches Argentine Tango and Country lessons.
Hours are Tuesday to Friday 1pm–10pm and Saturday 10am–4pm. The studio has maintained a 5.0 rating on Google with 88 reviews. They have been based in Westlake since 2017.
What to expect
Your first visit
On your first lesson, you'll answer questions about your goals and the look and feel you want, then be guided through basics by a highly-trained instructor. You'll start learning to dance immediately and leave with a plan for your next few sessions.
Instructors
Who teaches here
The studio employs certified instructors described as highly-trained professionals who excel at meeting students at their level and personalizing the learning experience.
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What beginners can expect
The studio specializes in teaching beginner dancers and states most students start as total beginners; you'll be dancing on your first lesson.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
What to bring
For wedding dance lessons, wear comfortable shoes at first; as the wedding approaches, bring your actual wedding shoes to practice.
Studio history
Arthur Murray, the founder, believed everyone can learn to dance. What began with mail-order footprints grew into a family of franchised studios with over 300 locations worldwide. The Westlake location has been operating since 2017.
Styles offered
15 dance styles taught here
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What dance styles does Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake teach?
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake teaches Ballroom, Latin, Smooth, Rhythm, Swing, Country Western and 9 more.
Where is Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake located?
Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake is located in Austin, TX. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Arthur Murray Dance Studio Westlake offer private lessons?
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