Ballroom Dance Academy of St. Louis (BDASL)

BDASL is focused on sharing the joy of ballroom dancing. Our mission is to promote partner or ballroom style dancing, an important component of American culture and education. We hold steadfast to the promotion of BDASL’s unique inter-generational ballroom dance programs here in St Louis:  

 I.     Seniors. BDASL copyrighted Ballroom Dance Program
II.     Junior High School Students. Weekly Ballroom Dance Classes
III.    Graduate Students. Washington University Weekly Ballroom Dance Classes
IV.    Adult Ballroom and Argentine Tango dance classes and Children's Ballroom dance classes, held weekly
V.     Adult Ballroom Dance classes in conjunction with the St. Louis Public Library

Additionally, BDASL sponsors an annual week-long Dance Camp for adults, and holds and regular Dance Events for social dancing. To continue our outreach efforts, we rely on the generous support of you all. Please consider making either a one-time donation or monthly recurring donations (for recurring donations, please contact us via email at ballroomdancestl@gmail.com).

DONATE to the Ballroom Dance Academy of St. Louis

In case of cancellation of classes due to inclement weather or other conditions, BDASL will send a cancellation notice by 5pm
to the email address under which the dancer(s) registered.

Dance First, Think Later !  Enjoy dancing with BDASL this May! 

Dance with BDASL this May

   Singles and Couples are welcome in all classes; no partner needed.
Dress is casual, and we recommend bringing a water bottle.
All classes require a minimum of 6 registered students. In the event that a class can not be held due to insufficient enrollment, fees that have been paid will be repaid.
New dancers: All new dancers must fill out the online electronic Waiver Form (link) prior to class. 

Adult Dance


Tuesdays - with Andrea

4-week session: 5/05/2026 - 5/26/2026

6-7pm: Waltz and Rumba
(Beginner Bronze level; no experience needed)

7-8pm: Foxtrot and East Coast Swing
(Intermediate Bronze level; requires previous dance experience, e.g. 2 months of prior beginner class with BDASL and confidence in basic steps)

8-9pm: Wedding and Event Essentials: Foxy and Simple Social Swing*
(Beginner Bronze level; no experience needed)
*see Class Information page for detailed description.


Thursdays - with Tal

6-week sessions: 5/14/2026 - 6/18/2026

7-8pm: Argentine Tango 101
(Beginner level; no experience needed)

8-9pm: Argentine Tango 102
(requires some experience with Argentine Tango)

Special Argentine Tango Workshop - with Alex

April 21, 2026, 6:30-9:45pm
See flyer below (note different location)

Children Dance

Fun, fun, fun!  Learn the basic steps and keeping time to the rhythm with fun activities and interaction with class members

Currently we are not offering children dance classes. If you are interested and looking for a place for your child (8-13 years old) to dance, please reach out to us via email at ballroomdancestl@gmail.com.

more information on dance classes

For more information on the different classes and levels and information on refund, please see our dedicated Class Information & Schedule page. For online registration and payment, please go to the Class Registration & Payment page.

Classes are held in the Grand Hall on the 2nd floor of the Grandel Theater, 3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO, 63103. Please note that the Grandel is generally locked these days. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the scheduled class time (you might not be able to enter the building after the class has started as we are dancing on the 2nd floor and will likely not hear you knocking).

Refer a Friend and Earn Tuition Credits!

Share the Joy of Dance and Save

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our loyal customers for your gracious referrals. Your continued support is what makes BDASL thrive and grow!

  • Refer a friend to BDASL! When your friend enrolls and pays for their first and second month’s tuition, you’ll receive $10 off your own tuition!

  • When you share your love for dance, your friends get excited too. Bring them to class, let them experience the fun, and when they join because of you, we want to say THANK YOU!

  • For every friend you refer who joins, we’ll credit your account $10. There’s no limit to the number of referral credits you can earn! Just make sure your friend lists your name in the “Referred By:” section on their Waiver Form.

How Referral Credits Work:

  • Referral credits are applied after the new student completes their first and second month of class.

  • The new student must be brand new to the studio and have never been enrolled before.

  • Your name must be listed during their registration process (to be entered on their waiver form) to receive credit.

  • Credits are applied after the new student has registered and paid for at least two months.

  • There’s no limit – refer as many friends as you like and keep earning credits!

Start sharing your passion for dance today—refer a friend and everyone wins!

Next Dance Social:

Argentine Tango Milonga
April 24, 2026

7-8pm: Complimentary lesson with Alex Hartsell
8-11pm: General dancing with DJ Alex

Light refreshments will be served

Location: 3333 Washington Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103
(note: this event will not be held at the Grandel!)

$10 admission, cash or venmo

*please note: Social dance dates are subject to change

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