Thanks for checking out this post that is going to take a deep dive into the Columbus dance scene. Our opening section will be all about the best local dance schools and studios.
Some will offer lessons for kids, others will be for adults, and at others everyone is invited. You will probably be able to find classes for Samba, Salsa, Hip Hop, Ballet, Tango, The Waltz, K-Pop, or other styles and routines somewhere in your area and we will do our best to assist.
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Once the lessons have been covered in full we will move on to some of the best dance clubs and bars in Columbus before pivoting to stores where you can buy shoes, clothes, and other supplies. Up next we will get into aerobic dance routine workouts like Zumba, Jazzercise, Barre, Buti Yoga, or even Pole Dancing near you.
Then we will talk about dance and music festivals both here and around the region. There will even be a dance map towards the end so that you can figure out which of these are closest to your current location.
And if you are interested you can look through more of our posts on where to shake a leg in the Midwest right there.
Best Dance Studios & Classes In Columbus
Whether you are trying to find lessons for kids or adults the best dance classes and studios in Columbus are:
- K Studio at 1152 Kenny Centre Mall
- Pinnell Dance Center at 284 Agler Rd
- Arthur Murray Dance Studio at 5371 N High St
- Dance Elite Performance Academy at 5720 Westbourne Ave
- Dance Rhythms Studio at 24 S Grener Ave
- Fred Astaire Dance Studio at 1089 Bethel Rd
K Studio offers Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, and more dance classes in your area.
There are good Jazz, Tap, Combo/Pre-Combo, Ballet, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, Turn, and Leap classes for kids available at Pinnell Dance Center.
The Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Columbus has Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Tango, Swing, and Country Western classes.
Dance Elite Performance Academy provides Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, and more classes.
Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz, Tumbling, Technique, and Pointe classes can be taken at Dance Rhythms Studio.
Fred Astaire Dance Studio is a great place to take local Ballroom dance classes for beginners or advanced students.
Dance Clubs & Bars
These popular dance clubs and bars near you will keep you moving all night long:
- Bullwinkles at 1770 N High St
- Avalon Bar at 205 N 5th St
- Callahan’s at 520 Park St
- The Social Club Lounge at 4419 Crossroads Center
- The Go Go at 987 N 4th St
- Granero Lounge at 51 Vine St
- Skully’s Music-Diner at 1151 N High St
- Spain Night Club at 6136 Busch Blvd
- The Savoy Club at 1904 Lake Club Dr
Most dance clubs in your area will play house, techno, pop, and hip hop because they are some of the easiest to get down to.
Shoes, Clothes, & Supply Stores
When you need to buy dance shoes, clothes, or other supplies head to:
- Dancewear Too at 59 S State St
- Opening Night at 6371 Sawmill Rd
- Dancers Closet at 210 Northtowne Ct #21
You can expect each of the above local stores to sell shoes, clothes, and other apparel for dancing. But if you need anything specific take those links to make sure they have it before you head over.
Aerobic Dance Workouts
Get a sweat in at these aerobic dance workout studios:
- Jazzercise at 1145 Kenny Centre Mall
- Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex at 640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A
- Studio Glow Fitness at 2246 W Dublin Granville Rd
- Werk Dance Fitness at 358-A Hamilton Rd
- Victory Fitness Center at 4360 W Broad St
- Next Level Fitness & Training at 1729 Hill Rd N
- Crunch Fitness at 5929 E Main St
- Columbus Fit Life Corporate Fitness at 640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd #A
All of the above offer Zumba or a similar cardio dance class near you.
At Studio Glow Fitness they have Trampoline Cardio classes as well as some others.
You will be able to find your next Zumba, Jazzercise, Barre, or Pole Dancing class at one of those spots.
Music Festivals In Your Area
There are also local dance and music festivals like:
- Sonic Temple Festival in May
- Rock on the Range in May
- Bunbury Music Festival in May & June
- Alive Music Festival in July
- Nelsonville Music Festival in September
- Columbus Tango Festival in October
Some of you may also want to read about the:
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance At In Cleveland
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance At In Cincinnati
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance At In Dayton
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance At In Pittsburgh
Have Fun Dancing In Columbus
That is all we have to share with you today, but check back in as we will update this post frequently. We hope that you learned at least a little something about your local dance classes, studios, music festivals, aerobic workouts, clubs, bars, and stores near you to buy all kinds of supplies.
If you think we got anything wrong or if you want to share your own tips and tricks feel free to use the comments. Have fun dancing in Columbus!