Ballroom · Waltz, foxtrot, tango & more · Founded by world champions
Ballroom Dance Lessons in Toronto
Elegant technique, taught by champions, for complete beginners too.
Learn waltz, foxtrot, tango and quickstep the way champions teach them: elegant frame, real technique, a clear path from level to level, and a studio built for adults.
- Group classes with a 5, 10 or 20 class pass
- All five ballroom dances, social to competitive
- No partner needed. Partners rotate in class
You’re not alone
Sound familiar?
Ballroom is for anyone who wants to move beautifully. We will show you how.
Choose your level
Start where you are
Ballroom group classes are added to the schedule as groups fill. Book them with a class pass, or get them included in a membership.
Class pass
5 · 10 · 20 classes
- Beginner-friendly group classes
- Any group class, no membership required
- No partner needed
Foundational Path
$249 / month
- 10 group sessions a month
- Weekly socials included
- Member event pricing
Advanced & competitive
From $140 + tax / lesson
- Coaching from World and British finalists
- Competition preparation
- Development and Performance Paths
The dances
The five ballroom dances, taught properly
Ballroom (also called Standard or Smooth) travels around the floor in closed hold, with elegant frame and rise and fall. Prefer cha cha, rumba and samba? See Latin dance lessons.
Smooth & elegant
- WaltzRise and fall in 3/4 time. Elegant, and the classic first dance.
- Viennese WaltzThe fast, turning waltz. Sweeping and romantic.
- FoxtrotSmooth and travelling, made for big-band and Sinatra.
Dramatic & fast
- TangoSharp, dramatic and staccato, with no rise and fall.
- QuickstepLight, fast and joyful, with hops and runs.
- Next step: LatinCha cha, rumba, samba, jive and paso doble. Latin lessons →
The Beach Ballroom Method
From first class to the competition floor
Start in a class or with an evaluation
Brand new? Start with a class pass. Danced before? A $99 evaluation places you at the right level.
Build real foundations
Posture, frame, rise and fall, and lead and follow: the technique that makes every ballroom dance feel easy.
Keep growing
Practise at our weekly socials, add private lessons, or train for competition on a Performance Path.
Your coaches
Ballroom coaching from people who have won
Our ballroom team has competed at World, British and national level.
Richard & Laura
2× World Champion · British Champion
The founders. Ranked among the top twenty-four couples in the world.
Tony
World & British finalist
Still competing today, with a knack for memorable analogies.
Antoine
Former national champion (France)
Contagious enthusiasm and precise technique.
Slavik
Trained competitors in Ukraine & China
Meticulous, detail-first coaching.
Bradley
Studied contemporary dance at Concordia
From b-boy to Latin and ballroom, with a background in professional dance and gymnastics.
Reviews
What our students say
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5 stars isn’t enough! I’ve been attending group classes here for a couple of years. After seeing some recent false posts, I felt compelled to post this and share my own review. I take private lessons with an independent teacher and have only been paying for group c...
Jacqueline T8 months ago
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So far, I’ve only experienced Honky Tonk Fridays, but I’ve had such a fantastic time at Beaches Ballroom! The venue itself is a beautiful ballroom is impeccably maintained, welcoming, and such a lovely space to dance in. All of the staff are incredibly friendly, wa...
Janine Jackson4 months ago
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By far the best dance studio in Toronto. The owners, Laura and Richard, are incredibly kind and welcoming, and also world-class dancers (Blackpool and world champions) with an amazing depth of knowledge. Every instructor is highly educated, professional, and genuin...
Moon Azad8 months ago
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Such a lovely dance studio! Ive been attending the drop in classes for about a month now and have loved every second of it! I was nervous about attending classes by myself and as a total beginner. That fear was erased the second I walked in the door. The staff and...
Christine Scott6 months ago
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2025 July 4.5★ Located by the beaches, this building offers space for dancing and some exercise area. Though I'm sure it's targeted for dancing. Great sized facility. Just right and not too big that you feel left out. Friday $5 merengue special is worth checking ou...
K Wa year ago
Do I need a partner to learn ballroom?
No. Partners rotate in group classes, and in private lessons your coach dances with you.
What is the difference between ballroom and Latin?
Ballroom (Standard or Smooth) dances such as waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep and Viennese waltz travel around the floor in closed hold. Latin (Rhythm) dances such as cha cha, rumba, samba, jive and paso doble stay more in place, with hip action and open positions.
Which ballroom dance should I learn first?
Most adults start with waltz or foxtrot. They are slower and teach the frame, timing and lead and follow that every other ballroom dance builds on.
How much do ballroom dance lessons cost?
Group classes are booked with a 5, 10 or 20 class pass, or included in a membership. Private lessons start at $140 + tax ($169 + tax with a head coach), and a $99 evaluation with a senior coach is the best start for experienced or competitive dancers.
Is ballroom dancing good for complete beginners?
Yes. Beach Ballroom is an adults-only studio, and most of our students had never danced before their first class.
Can I train to compete in ballroom?
Yes. Competitive students train privately with coaches who have competed at World and British level, usually on a Development or Performance Path. Book a $99 evaluation to start.
Start ballroom dancing this week
Join a beginner class, or book a $99 evaluation if you have danced before.
