Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Lake Oswego, OR, is dedicated to providing high-quality dance instruction in a welcoming and supportive environment at the studio. Offering a variety of dance styles, including ballroom and Latin dances, the studio caters to dancers of all skill levels.Call 971-255-1918 to know more.
I came to FADS for physical therapy after having amputations on both my feet. It turned out to be so much more. The FADS family in Lake Oswego and Beaverton are phenomenal. I misuse the word family because that is what we are. It starts with the owners, passed down through the instructors, and carried on with the students. There is such a community of respect, kindness, and simple silliness here. It is an environment of being in a safe place to learn to dance, flub it up, laugh at yourself, and enjoy others who will support you, encourage you, and triump you through your personal victories. OMGoodness, Chris, my instructor, has the patience of a saint. I came to him as a hot mess that led into something I call my happy hour. Trust their process. They know what they're doing. Not only are they certified instructors, but they also compete regularly. The level and knowledge of their expertise here is outstanding.
Lindsey
February 02, 2024
My boyfriend and I are having so much fun learning Salsa from our instructor Chris. Chris is super knowledgeable and professional while still keeping our lessons fun. He was able to get my boyfriend and I dancing together in sync in no time. We grow more confident dancing together every session. I will say the best way to get your bang for your buck is practice often outside of your private sessions and take advantage of their group classes and practice parties. Dance class has become our favorite part of the week and we look forward to many many more classes and private lessons to come.
Steve Gessling
October 28, 2023
Took some lessons here for our first dance for our wedding and it was an all around great experience!
We got help with everything from tips on specific moves to selecting the right mix of steps to fit our song.
Maile was really fun to work with and we absolutely rocked it on our wedding day!
Thanks again to Maile and Chris for helping us along the way.
Angele Mott Nickerson
June 30, 2023
I have been taking lessons here for a year now and enjoying every minute of the experience. My instructor has been the human embodiment of patience as ballroom dancing is all brand new to me. The studio is also more than just individual lessons with group classes every evening and dance parties on Fridays; so lots of chances to learn from all the excellent instructors and practice what I'm learning. The studio has built a great community of people, creating a fun place to learn to dance and just hang out with new friends.
Keira Leinbach
June 19, 2023
My time with the FADS has been very positive, educational, and supportive. The staff are always enthusiastic when working on new dance moves, as well as eager to answer questions or maybe give a different explanation when I get confused. Dancing has become a hobby of mine, and I am very happy with my experience at FADS. I highly recommend this studio to anyone wanting to learn how to dance!
Questions and Answers
Q:(Traduit par Google) Enseignez-vous la danse Western Swing dans le style Cowboy ?
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Do you teach Western Swing dancing Cowboy style
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(Traduit par Google) Salut Stu! Oui, nous enseignons de nombreux styles de swing, dont le Country Western.
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Hi Stu! Yes, we teach many styles of swing including Country Western.
AAlex Aillon
1 year ago
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(Traduit par Google) J'appelle pour voir si c'est mieux...
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Calling to see if best...
IIsaiah Ritchey
1 year ago
Q:(Traduit par Google) Tous vos instructeurs ont-ils une expérience préalable en salle de bal ? Pour les cours particuliers, j’aimerais quelqu’un qui n’a pas simplement commencé à apprendre la salle de bal. Les biographies sur votre site Web montrent que certains n'ont aucune expérience préalable ?
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Do all of your instructors have previous ballroom experience? For private lessons I’d like someone who didn’t just start learning ballroom. The bios on your website show some with no prior experience?
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(Traduit par Google) J'avais la même question ! La biographie des instructeurs Malina et Cassianna sur votre site Web ne donne pas l'impression qu'ils ont beaucoup d'expérience en salle de bal et ne sont peut-être pas au niveau d'instructeur à moins qu'ils ne le fassent depuis des années, mais leur biographie omet simplement cette information ?
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I had the same question! The bio of instructor Malina and Cassianna on your website dont sound like they have much ballroom experience and maybe aren't at instructor level unless they've been doing it for years but their bios just omit that information?
FFirstname Lastname
6 months ago
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(Traduit par Google) Salut. Merci pour votre intérêt et votre question ! Tous nos instructeurs suivent une formation rigoureuse pour être certifiés à l'échelle nationale dans des niveaux et des styles complets de danse de salon/latine. De plus, nos professeurs ont de l'expérience en compétition et en performance professionnelle, ils sont donc équipés pour vous guider quels que soient vos objectifs de danse !
S’il y a du verbiage sur notre site Web qui vous a donné une fausse impression des qualifications de chaque professionnel, veuillez nous le faire savoir !
Merci!
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Hi there. Thanks for your interest and question! All of our instructors undergo rigorous training to certify nationally in comprehensive levels and styles of ballroom/latin dance. Additionally, our teachers have experience competing and performing professionally so they are equipped to guide you no matter what your dancing goals may be!
If there is verbiage on our website that gave you a false impression of each Professional’s qualifications please do let us know!
Thank you!
AAlex Aillon
7 months ago
Q:(Traduit par Google) Dois-je avoir des chaussures de danse pour suivre mes cours ?
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Do I have to have dance shoes to take my lessons?
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(Traduit par Google) Finalement, vous trouverez des chaussures spécifiques à la danse qui rendront l'exécution de vos mouvements plus facile et plus confortable, mais vous n'avez pas besoin de chaussures de danse pour commencer ! De nombreux nouveaux étudiants suivent leurs cours avec des chaussures de sport ou des chaussures habillées. Assurez-vous simplement d'apporter des chaussures qui restent en place (pas de tongs, de claquettes amples) et qui vous mettent à l'aise.
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Eventually, you will find dance specific shoes make executing your moves easier and more comfortable, but you do not need to have dance shoes to get started! Many newer students take their lessons in athletic shoes or dress shoes. Just make sure to bring footwear that stays in place (no flip-flops, loose slides) and makes you feel comfortable.
AAlex Aillon
8 months ago
Q:(Traduit par Google) Dois-je venir avec un partenaire pour prendre des cours ?
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Do I need to bring a partner with me to take lessons?
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(Traduit par Google) Aucun partenaire nécessaire ! Pour vos cours particuliers, nous vous mettrons en contact avec l'un de nos instructeurs certifiés pour compléter la partie (diriger/suivre) que vous apprenez. Les cours de groupe et les soirées de danse sociale offrent l’occasion de danser avec de nombreux autres étudiants et instructeurs, vous ne serez donc jamais sans partenaire avec qui danser !
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No partner necessary! For your private lessons, we will pair you with one of our certified instructors to complement the part (lead/follow) you are learning. Group classes and social dance parties provide opportunities to dance with many other students and instructors, so you’ll never be without a partner to dance with!
AAlex Aillon
8 months ago
Q:(Traduit par Google) Serai-je totalement déplacé en tant que débutant complet ? Je n’ai jamais fait de danse auparavant.
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Will I be totally out of place as a complete beginner? I have never done any kind of dancing before.
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(Traduit par Google) Nous aimons les débutants ! Nos instructeurs sont certifiés pour travailler avec tous les niveaux de danseurs. Nous prenons grand soin d'adapter vos cours pour vous rencontrer là où vous êtes, en minimisant la pression et en maximisant votre joie dans le processus. Nous proposons également des cours de groupe spécialement conçus pour les danseurs débutants, axés sur les éléments fondamentaux qui vous aideront à comprendre le fonctionnement de la danse en couple. Et vous constaterez que la communauté de FADS Lake Oswego est chaleureuse et amicale. Tout le monde a été débutant un jour !
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We love beginners! Our instructors are certified to work with all levels of dancers. We take great care to tailor your lessons to meet you where you are, minimizing pressure and maximizing your joy in the process. We also have group classes that are specifically designed for Beginner dancers, focusing on fundamental building blocks that will help you understand how partner dancing works. And you will find the community at FADS Lake Oswego to be warm and friendly. Everyone was a beginner once!
AAlex Aillon
8 months ago
Q:Do I have to have dance shoes to take my lessons?
A:
Eventually, you will find dance specific shoes make executing your moves easier and more comfortable, but you do not need to have dance shoes to get started! Many newer students take their lessons in athletic shoes or dress shoes. Just make sure to bring footwear that stays in place (no flip-flops, loose slides) and makes you feel comfortable.
8 months ago
Q:Do I need to bring a partner with me to take lessons?
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No partner necessary! For your private lessons, we will pair you with one of our certified instructors to complement the part (lead/follow) you are learning. Group classes and social dance parties provide opportunities to dance with many other students and instructors, so you’ll never be without a partner to dance with!
8 months ago
Q:Do all of your instructors have previous ballroom experience? For private lessons I’d like someone who didn’t just start learning ballroom. The bios on your website show some with no prior experience?
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I had the same question! The bio of instructor Malina and Cassianna on your website dont sound like they have much ballroom experience and maybe aren't at instructor level unless they've been doing it for years but their bios just omit that information?
AAnna Sss
6 months ago
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Hi there. Thanks for your interest and question! All of our instructors undergo rigorous training to certify nationally in comprehensive levels and styles of ballroom/latin dance. Additionally, our teachers have experience competing and performing professionally so they are equipped to guide you no matter what your dancing goals may be!
If there is verbiage on our website that gave you a false impression of each Professional’s qualifications please do let us know!
Thank you!
7 months ago
Q:Do you teach Western Swing dancing Cowboy style
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Hi Stu! Yes, we teach many styles of swing including Country Western.
1 year ago
A:
Calling to see if best...
IIsaiah Ritchey
1 year ago
Q:Will I be totally out of place as a complete beginner? I have never done any kind of dancing before.
A:
We love beginners! Our instructors are certified to work with all levels of dancers. We take great care to tailor your lessons to meet you where you are, minimizing pressure and maximizing your joy in the process. We also have group classes that are specifically designed for Beginner dancers, focusing on fundamental building blocks that will help you understand how partner dancing works. And you will find the community at FADS Lake Oswego to be warm and friendly. Everyone was a beginner once!
Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Lake Oswego
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