Private Dance Lessons in Solana Beach: One Instructor. Your Pace.
Personal instruction built around your goals, music and experience. Learn solo or with a partner, at your own pace.
Start with one free private introductory lesson.
Limited-time fall offer for new students, individuals or couples. No introductory offer within the past 12 months. Cannot be combined with other offers. Wedding couples are excluded. No partner or experience needed.
5.0 on Google Solo or with a partner: your instructor adapts to you.
Ask about your free private intro lesson.
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Call (858) 209-8402“I had such a wonderful experience at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Solana Beach! The instructors are incredibly welcoming, patient, and professional, making every lesson both fun and comfortable.”
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- Since 1947
- The Fred Astaire method: structured lessons, certified instructors
- Private first lesson
- One instructor, one student or couple, personal guidance
- Studio hours
- Monday to Friday, 12pm to 9pm
See the skills you can work on
Step practice, partnering and a turn on the Solana Beach studio floor. Your private lesson starts with your goals and experience.
Video description and transcript
Silent video. The service label reads "PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS". "FRED ASTAIRE / SOLANA BEACH" appears throughout.
"YOUR PACE. YOUR GOALS." Two people rehearse footwork side by side; one demonstrates a movement.
"TRY THE STEPS. THEN PARTNER UP." The pair joins hands and works through a turn.
"BUILD THE CONNECTION." Two dancers practice in ballroom hold across the floor.
"MAKE YOUR FIRST MOVE." A different pair completes a turn and smiles.
The closing card reads "PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS", "YOUR NEXT STEP.", "Ask about private lessons", and "solanabeachdance.com".
Why students choose private lessons
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Personal guidance
Your instructor can focus on the steps, timing and technique you want to work on.
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Your own pace
Ask questions, repeat a step and build from where you are, with instruction tailored to you.
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Any style
Ballroom, Latin, swing, country, wedding prep: one format covers everything we teach.
What a private lesson includes
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A goals conversation (what you want, what music you love, any event coming).
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Tailored instruction at your pace: from absolute basics if that's where you are.
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A simple plan, with exact pricing explained once: no pressure, no surprise pitches.
What do private lessons cost?
Fair question, and we won't dodge it: programs are built around your goals, pace, and schedule, so pricing genuinely varies. Here's our promise instead: at your intro lesson we lay out exact program pricing once, clearly, with zero pressure. You'll never get a surprise pitch or a hard sell: that's not how this studio works.
Student reviews
What local dancers say
Five out of five stars. 5.0 average on Google
The atmosphere is welcoming, upbeat, and incredibly supportive… thoughtfully structured and tailored to the student's goals.
John is wonderful! Very patient and welcoming and makes it easy to relax and have fun even with my two left feet.
Love this dance studio. Jonathan is the best instructor, hands down!
Beautiful, clean, and such a positive energy. Every lesson feels encouraging.
Meet the Solana Beach team
John Swiger
Ballroom Dance Instructor
About John
John brings more than two decades of ballroom experience to every lesson, with a specialty in Latin and American Rhythm. He began teaching at 16 and has spent the past decade helping dancers across Southern California. His encouraging approach helps social and competitive dancers build strong foundations and greater confidence on the floor.
Ksenia Stavrica
Ballroom Dance Instructor
About Ksenia
Ksenia began dancing at five in Kazan, Russia, training and competing in Latin and Standard before expanding into American Rhythm in the United States. She enjoys helping everyone from complete beginners to experienced competitors, with a special passion for singles, couples, and wedding students.
Jasmine Petrasic
Owner and Pro-Am Ballroom Competitor
About Jasmine
Jasmine is the studio owner and an accomplished Pro-Am competitor in American Rhythm and Smooth. Before entering ballroom, she managed psychiatric programs and worked in business development, experience she brings to creating meaningful student progress and supporting the physical, emotional, and social benefits of dance.
“I've been taking private lessons with John and it's been such a great experience. He's incredibly patient and sweet, and I've learned so many helpful techniques.”
Visit the studio
Visit the Solana Beach studio
- Address
- 140 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Suite 100, Solana Beach, CA 92075
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 12:00-9:00 PM
- Phone
- (858) 209-8402
- Parking
- Free parking
Serving Solana Beach, Del Mar, Encinitas, Cardiff, and Rancho Santa Fe.
Questions
FAQ
Is private better than group classes for a beginner?
A private lesson gives you instruction tailored to your starting point and goals. You can also ask about group classes for practice and the social side.
Do I need a partner?
No. Your instructor is your partner. Couples are equally welcome: same lesson, both of you.
How fast will I see progress?
Progress depends on your goals, practice and starting point. Your instructor will help you choose manageable steps and a lesson plan.
What styles can I learn?
Everything we teach: waltz, foxtrot, tango, salsa, bachata, swing, country two step, wedding choreography, and more.
How does pricing work?
The qualifying introductory private lesson is free during the current fall offer. Future program pricing depends on your goals and schedule and is explained at your intro. Wedding couples have a separate planning consultation.