Dance Instructor
Company: Fred Astaire Dance Studios
Location: Mesa
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are growing! Fred Astaire
Dance Studios® is excited to be adding to our team of professional
dance instructors. We are currently hiring for Dance Instructor.
Whether you have years of dance and/or dance instructor experience
or none at all, you could have a successful future with us! If you
love interacting with people, having fun, helping others, staying
VERY active, and having control over what you earn, you will love a
career with Fred Astaire! 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 in many different ways –
from a single event to a lifelong journey of dance growth. You will
have a unique honor to enhance people’s lives every day. You will
meet and work closely with people from all walks of life, giving
you a level of personal enrichment you could never experience in
any other environment. We maintain regular studio hours throughout
the week; however, we host many events on some weekday evenings and
some weekends as well, which you will need and want to attend with
your students. Who we are: Enriching lives – physically, mentally,
emotionally & socially, through the positive, transforming power of
dance. Fred Astaire Dance Studios® is the leader in ballroom dance
instruction across the country and around the world. Founded in
1947 with one studio on Park Avenue in Manhattan, we have grown our
franchise network to 180 dance studio locations serving over 25,000
students! We are a global family, proudly honoring the legacy of
Mr. Fred Astaire, committed to pursuing excellence in life through
dance. We welcome everyone interested in starting their dance
journey because we believe that dance is for everybody and every
BODY! People ask, “Why do students stay with Fred Astaire Dance
Studios®?” It is because of the atmosphere of kindness, warmth, and
care given and received at every location. It’s what our students
tell us they notice from the first time they step inside our studio
– energy and sense of “FADS community” that is welcoming,
non-judgmental, and FUN! Fred Astaire Dance Studios® has something
for everyone. We offer group and private lessons, choreograph
wedding dances or prepare the happy couple and wedding party for
the big day, provide opportunities to perform in beautiful venues,
host local parties for dance practice and comradery. In addition,
we host an average of 35 spectacular branded National,
Inter-Regional, and Regional Dance Competitions annually, giving
our students and professionals opportunities to compete in various
categories. Requirements Successful Dance Instructors: Are
self-motivated, enthusiastic and 100% passionate about dance. Have
outstanding customer service skills. Understand what it takes to be
successful and are willing to commit to the work. Hold themselves
accountable. Are unselfish team players. Eagerly accept coaching
and feedback for improvement. Have a positive outlook – the cup is
always half full. Establish exceptional physical fitness/endurance
levels to perform this role successfully. Have strong interpersonal
skills and the ability to work with students of all ages. Benefits
As a Fred Astaire Certified Dance instructor, you can expect us to
provide you: A high energy-fun-filled work environment! A variety
of activities to participate in and offer students such as group
and private lessons, performances, parties and competitions. The
best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the
country. A robust and well-established dance curriculum and program
to teach the students. Access to top-level national dance coaches
to help further your dance skills. Expert training programs to
develop both your dance and business skills. Professional
advancement at all management levels including studio ownership!
Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles and prize
money in both Pro and Pro-Am categories. Beautiful venues to
perform with another professional and with your students. Travel
opportunities. Our compensation plan includes multiple components:
Salary commensurate with experience Multiple opportunities to earn
bonuses. Competition winnings Benefits including PTO/Vacation,
Continuing Education, Health and Wellness Benefits
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