Dance Center Chicago
Salsa, ballroom, tango & swing in North Center.
Dance Center Chicago has been teaching ballroom, Latin, and social dance to Chicagoans since 2003.
Photo: Dance Center Chicago via Google
Before your first class
Complete beginners are explicitly welcome; group classes marked 'Open level' require no experience, and private lessons are designed to meet you at your starting point.
Street parking is available on Lincoln Ave; the studio is steps from the Western Brown Line stop.
About this studio
Dance Center Chicago has been teaching ballroom, Latin, and social dance to Chicagoans since 2003. The studio sits on the second floor of 3868 N. Lincoln Avenue in the North Center neighborhood, steps from the Western Brown Line stop, making it easy to reach from Lakeview, Lincoln Square, Roscoe Village, and Wrigleyville.
The studio offers group classes in six styles: Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom & Latin, West Coast Swing, Argentine Tango, and Zouk. Group classes run in 4-week monthly sessions starting the first week of each month, with levels ranging from complete beginner to advanced. No partner is required — most classes rotate partners throughout the session so you get to practice with different leads and follows. Salsa classes meet Monday and Thursday evenings. Bachata (sensual and modern styles) runs Wednesday evenings. West Coast Swing meets Thursday evenings. Argentine Tango is every Thursday evening. Ballroom covers waltz, foxtrot, cha-cha and more, and is offered for couples or solo dancers. Zouk is described as a fluid, expressive partner dance welcoming all levels. The studio also offers a Wedding Dance group prep class plus private packages.
Private lessons are tailored one-on-one instruction for any style or goal. Each lesson is 45 minutes. The studio's instructors include multiple champion-level dancers and World, US, Australian, and Russian Ballroom and Latin Finalists. The team brings decades of competitive and social dance experience. The studio also regularly hosts top ballroom coaches and judges to help students of all levels improve.
Beyond classes, Dance Center Chicago rents its studio space for independent dance instruction, theater rehearsals, fitness classes, and photography. The studio maintains a calendar of socials and special events. Group class pricing is $80 per person for a single 4-week session, $120 for two concurrent sessions, or $135 for unlimited monthly access. Private lesson pricing starts at $100 per single 45-minute lesson, with packages of 5 lessons at $95 each or 10 lessons at $90 each; packages expire one year from purchase. Wedding packages offer 4, 6, or 8 lessons to fit different timelines and budgets.
What to expect
Your first visit
Group classes rotate partners so solo students are always welcome. Classes are small enough to get personalized attention. The studio reviews previous material at the start of each class, and requires attendance for at least 3 of 4 weeks in a monthly session. Private lessons are 45 minutes, held at the studio, and fully tailored to your level and goal — the instructor dances as your partner if you come solo.
Instructors
Who teaches here
The studio is home to champion-level dancers and World, US, Australian, and Russian Ballroom and Latin Finalists. Named instructors appearing in reviews include Brad, Jess, Olivia, Rafa, and Jackie, described by students as talented, patient, and focused on technique and student progress.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Complete beginners are explicitly welcome; group classes marked 'Open level' require no experience, and private lessons are designed to meet you at your starting point.
Studio history
Dance Center Chicago has been teaching ballroom, Latin, and social dance to Chicagoans since 2003.
Styles offered
9 dance styles taught here
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
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Frequently asked about Dance Center Chicago
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Dance Center Chicago teach?
Dance Center Chicago teaches Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom & Latin, West Coast Swing and 3 more.
Where is Dance Center Chicago located?
Dance Center Chicago is located in Chicago, IL. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Dance Center Chicago offer private lessons?
Contact Dance Center Chicago directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Dance Center Chicago teach kids and adults?
Contact Dance Center Chicago directly to ask which classes suit your age and experience level.
How do I sign up for classes at Dance Center Chicago?
Sign up through Dance Center Chicago's website, or contact the studio directly.
Is there parking at Dance Center Chicago?
Street parking is available on Lincoln Ave; the studio is steps from the Western Brown Line stop.
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