Arthur Murray Dance Studio

Bummed out. Contacted them via email and no response. Wanted to take classes to prep for our wedding. Oh well, we did fine without it.

The teachers from this studio are very pleasant to work with and knowledgable about their craft. They always look the part of a professional dancer and inspire the same. I would recommend anyone looking for professional ballroom lessons check them out.

So I’ve been around Unilocal for a while now, and usually try to give well structured, logical reviews of the establishments I visit. I’m writing a review of my dance studio, Arthur Murray in Hayward, and for the first time… maybe ever… I’m reviewing an establishment based primarily on my emotional responses.
First, let me address the result of having signed on at Arthur Murray, then I’ll try and give a few specifics of what you virtual patrons out there can expect from the Studio/​Staff.
I love to dance for many reasons. It helps me to discover and express what I’m feeling (sometimes without knowing it). It opens avenues to joy, helps me to recognize and discharge anger and anxiety, and, at times, to deeply experience my sadness. Dance grounds me and puts me in touch with my best («higher») self. It is a wonderful form of artistic expression, which is something I value highly for it’s own sake but It’s also a great way to relate to other people: direct, connective, playful, imaginative, cooperative, artistic and sometimes sensual and intimate. It creates a community feeling – when I enter the studio and see it filled with other dancers I feel as if I’m home, and it (my arrival) is always greeted with hugs, welcomes, and laughter.
I dance because it is the best, more enjoyable, most informative, most insightful and revealing thing I do (in public) with my body. It unites all of my interests: of having a contemplative physical practice, of getting good use out of this bodily form I have been blessed with, and of having an arena to «play well with others», as well as to play in my solo world in the company of others. Dance is the most wonderful 3D thing I can imagine doing. And dance has no boundaries. This practice has allowed me to fully understand that paradox that everything IS dance and everything is movement, and that brings joy to my life (in a way no other thing that even smelled the least bit like «exercise» or «Artistic Expression» has ever done).
I guess I was born a dancer, I think in reality we all are. We tap our feet, move to rhythm, sing and create music. The human body is a dancers instrument, and when you have an opportunity to learn how to play your instrument, it’s a «Heady» and addictive feeling… Dance takes me deeper into the essence of who I am, who you are, and will make you understand yourself, and how you relate to others in ways you’ve probably never imagined.
Now… How have I come to these realizations, and how have I achieved this new level of insight?
Evan Boyer!
My dance coach, and a really great new friend has played a pivotal role in helping me transition into this new lifestyle. The best way I can think of to describe Evans influence on my life, is to say he has put my soul in motion. Evan and the other dance coaches at Arthur Murray are absolute professionals, all with unique styles, experience and skill-​sets. Unique in their instruction style but consistent in their capabilities, passion, and amazing inspiration/​supportive engagement with the students. You will have fun, you will learn. But, a word of caution, you’ll also get only what you put into this experience. Don’t be shy, and be willing to mess up from time to time. This staff will take you from a dance floor jellyfish, into Travolta in, «Staying Alive» in no time. Keep your eye out for Karen, Rebekah, Sam, Evan H, hell… any of the instructors… Although I will say I am totally in love with Karen for being so relaxed and easy to work with. She’s doing wonders in helping me learn how to «Lead» a woman and find comfort and dispell awkwardness about being in such close proximity during some of our dances. She has been A-​MAZ-​ING at helping me with my smooth dances like Waltz and Foxtrot.
The studio itself is just the right size. Not too flashy, but not trashy. It looks like a place made for dancing and learning, not just «Flash» or first impressions. I’ve never felt anything but comfortable and welcomed when entering the studio. Close to freeways, and a few places to grab coffee, or snacks in the area.
Last note, the other students are so welcoming, non-​judgmental, and all around pleasant with class, and kindness. I CHALLENGE you to check out their discovery program, and if you don’t like it… email me and I’ll buy you coffee.

I love this school! we found them during a Hayward st fair and decided to go in for the free lesson. we had so much fun that we’re getting ready to signup for our long term third package. our teacher Christie is super funny and great instructor. Hubby and I are doing this for our weekly date night, we’re learning to dance, getting exercise, and enhancing our relationship.
the teachers are all super nice and the students are friendly. with our third package we will get one private lesson a wk and unlimited group lessons so more fun to come. some may say it’s expensive, yes it may feel expensive but they are «private lessons» so you learn quick. after doing much research the cost is pretty standard and after you reach a certain level the unlimited group classes makes it worth the money. great way to network and make new friends too.

What you think our cool dance moves were just pulled out of a hat? We were lucky my sister purchased a dance package as our wedding gift. Hubby and I chose a swing routine. Something different and fun. Our guests were floored! They said we looked like pros. Dance lessons at Arthur Murray was one of the few things that acted as a stress reliever during the crazy wedding planing process. They are extremely flexible with scheduling classes as we both worked odd days and hours. Communication with them is easy. Our instructor would call us to remind us of our up coming class or shoot us an email if I couldnt get to the phone. We have not used any of our party or group sessions but we definately plan to now that we have time. They teach a variety of things and it was really cool to see different styles of dancing each time we went in for class. Nothing negative to say about this studio other than they are very pricey and push extremely hard on their sales. Saying no is hard because everyone at Arthur Murray is so nice –so just beware of their sales pitch. I do recommend this place. They have open house night if you’re curious and just want to check out what they offer.

I’ve been coming to the studio for eight months now and still love walking in the door each and every time. The teachers here are wonderful; patient, friendly, funny and very likable. I’ve taken lessons elsewhere, but AM really has the best instruction style. You can check the website and come for a free group lesson when they have an open house. All I can say is you WILL become a better dancer and have a great time doing it.

My wife and I started going here to put together a not-​too-​stupid dance for our wedding, and we’ve been going ever since — and they helped prepare us for Argentine tango for our honeymoon to Buenos Aires. Everyone is very welcoming — it’s kind of like a cult, actually. All the counselors and regulars know us by name, and we have a great time there — we need to start going to more group lessons (free if you sign up for the somewhat-​pricy-​but-​worth-​it private lessons)!

It’s a great place to learn, the environment is friendly and inviting. Each member of the staff is ready and willing to twirl you on the dance floor at the parties and they always have an award winning smile.
They break down the steps to a T and make sure you have sufficiently demonstrated it before moving on.
Salsa and Cha Cha are super fun! The hustle makes you dizzy.
i went for a couple of months because it was just too expensive for me. $ 500 a month gets you 4 private lessons and all you can dance group classes. it’s been about a year and a half since i last went so the prices could have increased. well i didn’t pay $ 500 each month because something with my program i paid like $ 250 the first couple months but by the time i was supposed to pay $ 500 i quit.
i have many years dance experience, but no ballroom. I had to start from ground zero which was fine but I learn at a rapid speed so group classes were too slow for me. they have to go at a pace so that even a person with two left feet can catch on.
to be honest, the private lessons were the only thing that benefited me but at $ 500 for four private lessons for 45minutes… it wasn’t worth it. let’s just say i was performing advanced moves because i was just going with the flow of what my partner had me do but i had no idea of what it was called or anything like that. it was fun as HELL though!
the other students are awesome so friendly!!! I made friends easily even though I was 19 when i joined and the average age must have been 50. there are a lot of married couples but singles are also welcome. nobody sticks with their partner during group classes, partners change every 5 minutes or so. must be willing to socialize at this studio, people are highly friendly!

Very Nice Staff!
I am completely new to these kind of dances but we (me and husband) having very good time there. We tried private lesson, group classes, and the parties, and all are fun.
I can’t say more about this studio since I am new to Dance Classes and I can’t really compare.
–They have free private lesson for new comers.
–One star off because they are kindly pushy! I mean they are very friendly but kind of push you to buy their packages and it is a little uncomfortable feelings and embarrasment involved if we don’t want to buy what they offer!