Best Beginner Dance Classes for Adults in Denver 2026 Guide
So you want to dance? It can be challenging to find beginner dance classes for adults in Denver. And even more challenging is sorting through the different studios, class options, and prices! We’re here to make things easier for you, and we continually update this guide!
In this guide, you will only find information for beginner dance classes for adults in Denver! These recommended studios all offer intermediate and advanced classes as well, but we only cover beginner options. This guide also only showcases studios in Denver, with 1 honorable mention outside of Denver for being exceptionally adult-friendly. We’ll also note the age of participants that classes allow. Sometimes a class is marketed as adult but also allows teens. Whatever your preferences may be, this guide features helpful infographics that allow you to easily compare prices and options between studios.
Non-Traditional Dance Classes for Adults in Denver
Comparison Infographic for Non-Traditional Denver Dance Classes
We start off the guide with a small collection of unique dance classes!
Aerial Cirque Over Denver
4605 Quebec St.,
Central Park Neighborhood, Denver
Perhaps the most unique of all the featured adult dance classes in Denver is Aerial Cirque Over Denver! They also have their Centennial branch. At the time of publication, ACOD offers at least five adult aerial dance basics (level 1) class options per week. Options include:
- Multi-apparatus classes including aerial silks, trapeze, hoop, and hammock. This gives you an exposure to everything to see what you enjoy!
- Mixed-apparatus classes including aerial silks/sling or hoop/trapeze. These are categorized as “vertical apparatuses” and “horizontal apparatuses”.
- Single apparatus specialty classes in aerial silks or hoop (also known as lyra).
Notably, they run their classes in 10-week session blocks to allow students to learn a progressive curriculum with a group of peers. Drop-in classes are not ideal as coaches are having to teach new people every week, which takes away from the experience of regular students looking to progress. They note that you do not need any prior experience or level of fitness to participate. Aerial is for everybody. The adult beginner classes are all 18+, so you won’t be subject to sharing with teens in these classes!
A single drop-in is $32, while the 10-week session is $305.
Studio 3sixT
2553 S Colorado Blvd, STE 109 (Lower Level), Denver
Another unique dance option, get your pole on at Studio 3sixT. Learn pole fundamentals in the Intro to Pole classes, including spins! You don’t need any prior experience or level of fitness to participate. There are multiple day/time options per week.
You can purchase single drop-ins for $25, or class packs ($84 for 4 classes or $156 for 8 classes). Classes are for ages 18+.
Bella Diva World Dance
4309 E Mississippi Ave, Glendale
Bella Diva World Dance is an international dance company. While technically “not Denver,” Glendale is within the greater Denver area. They offer a wide variety of classes, including Belly dance, Bollywood, Hula dance, Tahitian dance, Ginga Vibe (Afro-Caribbean inspired), Samba, and Persian dance – WOW! They market classes as ages 13+, but say most classes are for adults between 20s and 50s.
You can purchase a single drop-in for $20, a 4-week series for $60, or a monthly pass for $175 (some restrictions apply).
Traditional Dance Classes for Adults in Denver
Comparison Infographic for Traditional Denver Dance Classes
Calling all ballet lovers, this one’s for you! Our traditional dance classes category includes ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, modern, and hip-hop.
Dance2B
1917 Market St., Denver
Wow – a traditional dance studio JUST for adults! Out of all the dance schools mentioned in this section, Dance2B has the most comprehensive program based on variety and schedule. Their beginner dance classes are offered on all days the studio has group classes. Dance2B offers adult beginner classes in many different disciplines, including ballet, tap, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz pop, and heels!
Drop-in classes are usually around $35, and class packs are offered at varying rates depending on the term — historically around $100 for 4 classes and $190 for 8 classes, but subject to change.
Classes are for ages 18+.
Colorado Ballet Academy
1075 Santa Fe Dr, Denver
Colorado Ballet Academy is a Denver icon for ballet training. They offer absolute beginning ballet for those with no previous experience, and beginner ballet for those with minimal experience. These classes are for ages 16+.
You can purchase single drop-ins for $25 or class packs ($110 for 5 classes or $210 for 10 classes).
Tap Dance Denver (Classes held at Flamenco Denver)
1934 South Broadway, Denver
If you’re just interested in learning tap, Tap Dance Denver is your place! Learn and practice the basics of tap vocabulary like shuffles, flaps, digs, timesteps in simple rhythm combinations, and “across the floor” traveling steps. They only offer one beginner class per week — at the time of this writing, on Wednesday evening. This class is perfect for students new to tap or with some limited experience.
Classes are $25 for a drop-in or $190 for a 10-class pack. Classes are for ages 18+.
Denver Dance Center
2496 West 2nd Avenue Unit #3, Denver
Denver Dance Center is another space reserved entirely for adult dancers! It should be noted that they specialize in ballet training, but only have ballet classes for Intermediate+ level dancers. They do have some beginner classes in other disciplines though, including African Brazilian Samba, hip-hop, heels, and Flamenco. They note their dance classes are run by different instructors who charge differently.
Classes range in price, but all are $23 above.
Classes are for ages 18+.
EVQ Dance Studio
1591 W Alameda Ave, Denver
EVQ Dance Studio offers a variety of different adult dance classes, including hip-hop, contemporary, jazz, ballet, and jazz funk.
You can purchase single drop-ins for $20 or class packs (10 classes for $150). They also offer an unlimited class membership ($200 per month).
Classes are mixed with teens and adults.
Colorado Conservatory of Dance
3001 Industrial Lane, #12 Broomfield, Colorado
Although not located in Denver, Colorado Conservatory of Dance gets an honorable mention for their comprehensive adult program. They also offer classes for youth (ages 1 to 17), while all adult classes at CCD are 18+. We haven’t seen any other Colorado dance studios that offer adult pointe. They offer weekly classes in beginner ballet, jazz, modern, and tap.
Classes are priced by the time duration: $13 for 45 minutes, $16 for 60 minutes, and $24 for 90 minutes. They also offer an unlimited membership for $210 per month.
Social Dance Classes for Adults in Denver
Comparison Infographic for Social Dance Classes in Denver
In this section, we compare the best dance studios in Denver for social dancing, including Ballroom and Latin.
Strides Ballroom (held at Denver Turnverein)
1570 Clarkson St. Denver (Near Colfax & Clarkson)
Strides Ballroom teaches their program out of the Denver Turnverein. Their Level 1 class is for new dancers and offers a complete introduction to the fundamental patterns, dance holds, and timings used in the ballroom dance being taught. The dances taught rotate each month (with 2 dances per month). For example, at the time of this publication: Jan (Waltz & Rumba), Feb (Swing & Foxtrot), March (Tango & Cha Cha), April (Waltz & Rumba), May (Swing & Foxtrot), and June (Tango & Cha Cha).
Pricing is $15 if you pay at the door, or $10 per class if you purchase online.
Classes are open to teens, but they note it’s mainly adults.
Colorado Dancesport
6830 Broadway Unit D, Denver
Colorado Dancesport offers a variety of beginner social dance classes, including beginning ballroom, Level 1 west coast swing, heels, Level 1 salsa, and Level 1 country swing. It should be noted that they have a north (address listed above) and south (Littleton) locations, and the classes may vary in location. They offer a la carte options for group classes and private lessons as well as monthly memberships.
Here are their membership options: 5 group classes are $59 per month, 10 group classes are $99 per month, and unlimited classes are $169 per month.
Classes are open to teens, but they note it’s mainly adults.
Colorado New Style Dance Center
4860 Broadway St., Denver
Colorado New Style offers Latin dance classes for ages 13 and above. They offer salsa, bachata, reggaeton, and ballet.
You can purchase single drop-ins for $22, monthly packages starting at $59.99, beginner membership for $97, or unlimited membership for $159.99/month (3-month commitment required for memberships).
We hope this guide offers some helpful comparison information for the best beginner dance classes for adults in Denver!
If you end up participating in any of these awesome classes or find that the information needs to be updated, please let us know!
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