Ballroom Dance Instructor

About the role

As a high energy, customer-focused instructor, you will conduct private and group dance classes throughout the week. You and your Fred Astaire team will help students reach their personal dance goals—from a single event to a lifelong journey of dance growth. You will enhance people's lives every day by meeting and working closely with individuals from all walks of life, offering a level of personal enrichment unique to this environment.

We maintain regular studio hours throughout the week, with additional events on some weekday evenings and weekends that you will attend with your students.

About us

Fred Astaire Dance Studios® enriches lives—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially—through the positive, transforming power of dance. Founded in 1947, we are the leader in ballroom dance instruction, with 180 franchise locations serving over 25,000 students worldwide. We honor the legacy of Mr. Fred Astaire and are committed to pursuing excellence of life through dance. Our welcoming, non-judgmental, and fun studio culture fosters a sense of community for everyone.

We offer group and private lessons, wedding dance choreography, performance opportunities, local dance parties, and an average of 35 branded national, inter-regional, and regional dance competitions annually. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to experience our studio culture.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and 100% passionate about dance
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Commitment to success and willingness to put in the work
• Accountability and unselfish teamwork
• Openness to coaching and feedback for improvement
• Positive outlook—cup is always half full
• Exceptional physical fitness and endurance
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students of all ages

Benefits

• A high-energy, fun-filled work environment
• Variety of activities, including group and private lessons, performances, parties, and competitions
• Best-in-class initial and ongoing professional dance training
• Access to a robust, well-established dance curriculum and program
• Opportunities to train with top-level national dance coaches
• Expert training programs to develop both dance and business skills
• Professional advancement at all management levels, including studio ownership
• Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles and prize money in Pro and Pro-Am categories
• Beautiful venues for performances with professionals and students
• Travel opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO) and vacation
• Continuing education support
• Health and wellness benefits

Pay

Our compensation plan includes multiple components:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Multiple opportunities to earn bonuses
• Competition winnings