Over the next few minutes we will be taking a dive deep into the dance scene in Scranton. We can’t think of a better way to get the ball rolling than by starting with the best Scranton dance schools and studios.
Some of you are probably searching for lessons for kids, others will be for adults, but either way you should be able to find one that suits your needs. It is likely that there will be 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 help you find them.
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After the lessons are out of the way it will be time to pivot to some of the best dance clubs and bars near you. There will be stores around where you can buy shoes, clothes, and other supplies that we will be mentioning.
Aerobic dance routine workouts like Zumba, Jazzercise, Barre, Buti Yoga, or even Pole Dancing are becoming more popular by the day so will need a shout out. Then we will get into local dance and music festivals both here and around the region.
Stick around for our map that will help you get a better lay of the land. And anyone that is interested can check out more of our posts on the region at that link.
Best Dance Studios & Classes In Scranton
The best Scranton dance classes and studios where you can find lessons for kids and/or adults are:
- Prima Elite Academy of Dance at 1434 N Main Ave
- Dave Ragnacci School of Dance at 1212 S Main Ave
- Step By Step Dance Studio & Ballroom at 916 Oak St
- Civic Ballet Company at 234 Mifflin Ave
Whether you are searching for Tap, Jazz, Salsa, Bachata, or any other lessons those are the best dance studios in your area and one should have the classes you desire.
Dance Clubs & Bars
These popular dance clubs and bars near you are a great place to show off your skills:
- The V Spot Bar at 906 Providence Rd
- Crotti’s on Ash at 1431 Ash St
- Twelve Penny Saloon at 3501 Birney Ave
Those probably will have a mix of house, techno, hip hop, and pop because they are often the easiest music genres to dance to.
Shoes, Clothes, & Supply Stores
When you need to buy dance shoes, clothes, or other supplies head to stores in your area like:
- Dance Steps at 1918 Boulevard Ave
- 8 Count Dancewear at 534 Lackawanna Ave
You can expect those to all sell shoes, clothes, and other apparel for dancing but if you need something specific follow the links to make sure they have exactly what you need before you visit them.
Aerobic Dance Workouts
Get a sweat in at these aerobic dance workout studios:
- Rhythm Fitness at 206 N Main Ave F3
- Crunch Fitness at the Marketplace at Steamtown, 300 Lackawanna Ave
- Pro Fitness Club at 3356 Birney Plaza
Rhythm Fitness provides Zumba classes near you every day. Crunch Fitness also has local Zumba classes every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday. Zumba classes are also available every Tuesday from 6:30pm to 7:30pm and 10am to 11am every Sunday at Pro Fitness Club.
Check out their links to find the right time for you to take your next Zumba, Jazzercise, Barre, or Pole Dancing class.
Music & Dance Festivals In Your Area
We bet many of you would enjoy these local dance and music festivals:
- Peach Music Festival in July
- Camp Bisco in July
- Scranton Jazz Festival in August
- Made in America Music Festival in September
The Peach Music Festival was started by the Allman Brothers Band and Live Nation entertainment that has been held annually since 2012 except for when world happenings made it take a bit of a break. Camp Bisco is an outdoor music festival held at the picturesque Montage Mountain, a world-class concert venue. It is a 3-day rain-or-shine event with camping.
The Scranton Jazz Festival has been going on for nearly two decades and simply wants to carry on its rich tradition while becoming a recognized contributor to the world of jazz, blues, and world beat music in its own right.
If you are interested we have also written about the:
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance In Philadelphia
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance In Pittsburgh
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance In New York City
- Best Bars & Clubs To Dance In Toronto
Have Fun Dancing In Scranton
For now that is all we’ve got, but visit us again as we plan to update this post frequently. Hopefully you learned at least a little something about your local dance classes, studios, music festivals, aerobic workouts, clubs, bars, and stores to buy all kinds of supplies near you.
If you think we got anything wrong or if you want to share your own tips and tricks for your area feel free to use the comments. Have fun dancing in Scranton!