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).
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 Summer!
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
2x2-week session: 6/2 - 6/9/2026 & 6/16 - 6/23/2026
Please note: All Summer Shorts classes will be held at Scene Space, 3333 Washington Ave. Look for the colorful flags over the “Walls Off Washington” space; Scene Space is the next door to the east.
Class descriptions:
Samba & Rumba: Experience the vibrant world of Latin dancing in this dynamic combo class. Discover the energetic bounce of Brazilian Samba with its distinctive rhythm and joyful character, along with the smooth, controlled movements of Rumba. You will learn fundamental timing, basic patterns, and proper technique for both dances. This introduction will provide you with a perfect foundation for social Latin dancing.
**more info to come
Thursdays - with Tal
6-week sessions: 5/14/2026 - 6/18/2026
Note new times!
6:30-7:30pm: Argentine Tango 101
(Beginner level; no experience needed)
7:30-8:30pm: Argentine Tango 102
(requires some experience with Argentine Tango)
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 normally held in the Grand Hall on the 2nd floor of the Grandel Theater, 3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO, 63103, unless otherwise noted. 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
June 19, 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
