Dance Center Chicago — North Center, Chicago

Group Dance Classes in Chicago

Salsa Bachata Ballroom & Latin West Coast Swing Argentine Tango Zouk Wedding Prep

Monthly 4-week sessions for adults of all levels. No partner required. New sessions start the first week of every month.

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About Our Classes

Adult Group Dance Classes in Chicago's North Center

Dance Center Chicago has been offering group dance classes for adults since 2003, located at 3868 N. Lincoln Avenue, 2nd Floor, in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago. Our group classes run in 4-week monthly sessions starting the first week of each month, making it easy to join at any skill level. Classes are taught by professional instructors with decades of competitive and social dance experience. No partner required — most classes rotate partners throughout the session.

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4-week session — classes start the first week of the month — Dance Center Chicago, North Center

Open level No prerequisites required
Prereq required Prior level completion needed
Couples Designed for couples

Pricing

Group class pricing

A minimum of 4 students is required for a class to run. If a class is cancelled you will receive a full credit or refund.

Single session

$80

per person · 4 weeks

One 4-week session. Best for trying a new dance style or level for the first time.

Two classes

$120

two classes · 4 weeks

Two 4-week sessions at the same time. Great for combining two styles or levels.

Best value

Unlimited pass

$135

monthly unlimited

Register for any class at your level or below. Prerequisites still apply. Best for committed students.

Policies

Class Policies & Make-Up Rules

Make-Up Classes
We cannot refund or transfer individual missed classes. If you know you'll miss a class, you may jump into another class during the first or second week of the session. After this, all classes are closed to new students.
Attendance
Each class builds on the last. We require attendance for at least 3 of the 4 weeks. We always review the previous week before teaching new material, so missing one class is manageable.
Minimum Enrollment
A minimum of 4 students must be enrolled for a class to run. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will receive a full credit toward another class or a refund.
Transferring Sessions
If you register and realize you will miss most of the session, we can transfer your enrollment to the following month. Please contact us as early as possible to arrange a transfer.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a partner to take group dance classes?
No partner needed. Most of our group classes rotate partners throughout the session so everyone gets to practice with different leads and follows. Solo students are always welcome.
When do group class sessions start?
Group classes run in 4-week monthly sessions starting the first week of every month. Early registration is encouraged — it helps confirm the class will run and gets you the lower rate.
What happens if I miss a class?
We review the previous week's material at the start of every class, so missing one week is manageable. We do require that you attend at least 3 of the 4 weeks. We cannot refund or transfer individual missed class hours.
How do I know which level to take?
Each class listing shows the prerequisite. If you're brand new, start with any class marked "Open level" — no experience needed. If you're unsure, contact us and we'll help you find the right starting point.
Where are you located and is there parking?
Dance Center Chicago is at 3868 N. Lincoln Avenue, 2nd Floor, Chicago IL 60613, in the North Center neighborhood — steps from the Western Brown Line stop. Street parking is available on Lincoln Ave.
Can I join a class that already started?
You may join during the first or second week of the monthly session. After the second week, classes are closed to new students so as not to disrupt the flow of the class.

Google Reviews

What Our Students Are Saying

★★★★★ Rated on Google  ·  Leave us a review

★★★★★

"I've taken West Coast Swing, Bachata and Salsa here. The teachers are great, especially Brad and Jess. Brad really focuses on frame which has helped a ton! I love the way they break the steps down in a way that is helping to fix some of my bad habits and muscle memory. The classes are small enough too that you get just the right amount of attention, enough to fix what you do wrong but not too much to feel overwhelming. So grateful to have such an awesome place to learn and dance!"

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Denise A.

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★★★★★

"Taking salsa and bachata lessons here and loving it. Jess, Olivia, Brad, Rafa and Jackie are not only talented instructors but seem like genuinely good people who create a welcoming vibe. You might find a studio closer or more convenient, but I doubt many match how much you'll grow here — your progress really matches the effort you put in. Great people, attentive instructors, great energy, and a great place to learn."

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Steven S.

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★★★★★

"We love Jess! We have taken all of her swing classes and it was a no brainer that we wanted her to choreograph our wedding dance. We took private lessons before our wedding and she was so patient and encouraging. I felt like I had two left feet when I started but Jess gave me the confidence to feel great going into our first dance and have fun with it. It was one of my favorite parts of the evening and we got so many compliments. Definitely recommend!!!"

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New sessions start the first week of every month. No partner required.
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3868 N. Lincoln Ave., 2nd Floor, Chicago IL 60613  ·  773-880-5044