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 daily by meeting and working closely with individuals from all walks of life, offering 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. As the leader in ballroom dance instruction, we operate 180 franchise locations worldwide, serving over 25,000 students. Founded in 1947, we honor the legacy of Mr. Fred Astaire and are committed to excellence in life through dance. Our welcoming, non-judgmental, and fun atmosphere 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.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and 100% passionate about dance
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Commitment to success and accountability
• Unselfish team player
• Eagerness to accept coaching and feedback for improvement
• Positive outlook—seeing the cup as always half full
• Exceptional physical fitness and endurance
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students of all ages

Benefits

• High-energy, fun-filled work environment
• Variety of activities, including group/private lessons, performances, parties, and competitions
• Best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the country
• Robust, well-established dance curriculum and program
• Access to top-level national dance coaches
• Expert training programs for dance and business skills
• Professional advancement opportunities, including studio ownership
• Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles and prize money in Pro and Pro-Am categories
• Beautiful performance venues with professionals and students
• Travel opportunities
• PTO/Vacation, continuing education, and health/wellness benefits

Pay

Our compensation plan includes multiple components:

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