Dance Instructor
Company: Fred Astaire Dance Studios
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are growing! Fred Astaire
Dance Studios® is excited to be adding to our team; we are
currently hiring for the position of Dance Instructor. Whether you
have years of dance and/or dance instructor experience or none at
all, you could have a successful future with us! If you love
interacting with people, having fun, helping others, staying very
active, and having control over your earnings, you will enjoy a
career with Fred Astaire Dance Studios®! As a high-energy,
customer-focused Dance Instructor, you will conduct Private and
Group Dance Classes throughout the week. Together with your Fred
Astaire team, you’ll guide students as they achieve their personal
dance goals – whether it’s a single event or a lifelong journey of
dance. Through meeting and working closely with people from all
demographics, you’ll experience the rare honor of enriching your
students’ lives – all while attaining your own personal growth in
the unique Fred Astaire environment. In addition to regular studio
hours throughout the week, we host fun events on weekday evenings
and/or weekends, which you would attend along with your students.
Who we are: Fred Astaire Dance Studios® is the leader in ballroom
dance instruction across the country and around the world. Founded
by Mr. Fred Astaire in 1947 with one studio on Park Avenue in
Manhattan, we have grown our franchise network to over 180 dance
studio locations serving over 25,000 students! Our Mission: We are
global family, proudly honoring the legacy of Mr. Fred Astaire,
committed to pursuing excellence of life through dance. We welcome
everyone who is starting a dance journey, and we believe that
learning to dance is easy and fun! Dancing is for everybody, and
every body can dance. The benefits of dance enrich every area of
life , and it transcends age, body size/shape, and all levels of
physical ability. Dance can aid in healing body and spirit; it can
build community, and communicate without words. Students stay with
Fred Astaire Dance Studios® because of our atmosphere of kindness,
warmth and caring at every location. Our students tell us they
notice it from the first time they step inside our studio – a
tangible energy and sense of “FADS Community” that is welcoming,
non-judgmental, and fun ! Fred Astaire Dance Studios® has something
for everyone! We offer Group and Private Lessons – no partner
required. There are opportunities to travel and perform in
beautiful venues, and we host local parties for dance practice and
social engagement. We host an average of 35 spectacular branded
National, Inter-Regional and Regional Dance Competitions annually,
giving our students and professionals opportunities to compete in a
variety of categories. For weddings, we prepare the happy couple,
mom and dad, and the wedding party for the big day, or we can
create a spectacular dance choreography for the whole wedding
party! Our Brand Promise: Enriching lives – physically, mentally,
emotionally & socially, through the positive, transforming power of
dance Requirements Successful Dance Instructors: Are
self-motivated, enthusiastic and 100% passionate about dance. Have
outstanding customer service skills. Understand what it takes to be
successful and are willing to commit to the work. Hold themselves
accountable. Are unselfish team players. Eagerly accept coaching
and feedback for improvement. Have a positive attitude and
optimistic outlook – cup is always half-full! Establish exceptional
physical fitness/endurance levels to perform this role
successfully. Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
work with students of all ages and levels of ability. Benefits As a
Fred Astaire Certified Dance instructor, you can expect us to
provide you: A high energy-fun filled work environment! A variety
of activities to participate in and offer students such as group
and private lessons, performances, parties and competitions. The
best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the
country. A robust and well-established dance curriculum and program
to teach the students. Access to top-level national dance coaches
to help further your dance skills. Expert training programs to
develop both your dance and business skills. Professional
advancement at all management levels including potential studio
ownership! Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles
and prize money in both Pro and Pro-Am categories. Beautiful venues
to perform with other professionals and with your students. Travel
opportunities. Our compensation plan includes multiple components:
Salary commensurate with experience Multiple opportunities to earn
bonuses. Competition winnings Benefits including: PTO/Vacation,
Continuing Education, Health and Wellness Benefits
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