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Updated Oct 14, 20249 Wedding Dance Lessons in San Diego for Choreographed Dances
A guide to Southern California's top studios.
San Diego, with its sunlit skies and breathtaking coastline, is the definition of a dreamy wedding destination. To make their reception extra special, many couples take wedding dance lessons in San Diego. Engaging in dance lessons together not only promises a magical first dance but also offers a much-needed escape from the stress of planning, allowing couples to connect and create lasting memories even before the wedding day. Learn more about how to find dance lessons for a San Diego wedding by filtering by location in The Knot Vendor Marketplace.
Certified Baddie Heels in San Diego, California
As they put it, this woman-owned studio isn't a regular dance studio—it's a cool one. And they're right: Certified Baddie Heels offers a unique twist to wedding dance preparations, focusing on confidence and empowerment through dance. Ideal for to-be weds and the wedding party, but also a top pick for couples, they offer private sessions and group classes, specializing in modern styles like hip-hop and pop. Their packages can be customized, ranging from single sessions to comprehensive bundles including multiple rehearsals. Your sessions are all private, so you can really turn on the heat—and ask your questions—to make sure your first dance is as steamy as your relationship.
- Years of Experience: 7+ years
- Dance Style: Jazz, ballet, aerial, burlesque, hip hop, belly dance, ballroom and more
- What Couples Love: Past clients said the classes were empowering and fun, making them feel fabulous on the dance floor.
Champion Ballroom Academy in San Diego, California
Champion Ballroom Academy offers expert wedding dance lessons in San Diego, specializing in group sessions and private lessons. Founded by Mary Murphy, a former athlete turned skilled dance instructor and competitor, you might know her from her role as a coach on So You Think You Can Dance. Lucky for you living in Southern California, she now helps couples create beautiful ballroom performances. Each experience begins with a consultation to discuss budget and dance preferences. Affordable wedding packages include up to nine lessons, with choreography tailored to the couple's favorite songs.
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- Years of Experience: 25+ years
- Dance Style: Ballroom, Latin and more
- What Couples Love: Couples love the professional and passionate instructors who make even beginners look great.
Dance With Liza in San Diego, California
Liza Marians, a dance instructor, choreographer and DJ in San Diego, has been teaching various dance styles, including wedding dances, for 23 years. Professionally trained at Mac Vitties Dance Studio and the daughter of an accomplished international folk dancer, she has a lifelong passion for dance. Recently, she has won awards in West Coast swing and country two-step. Dance with Liza offers custom wedding dance lessons and choreography, including father-daughter and mother-son dances, and she provides DJ services.
- Years of Experience: 23+ years
- Dance Style: Arabic, bluegrass, classical, country, dance, disco, EDM, folk, hip-hop, Indian, jazz, klezmer, Latin, Persian, polka, pop, R&B, rock and more
- What Couples Love: Couples say Liza's personalized approach made their dance unforgettable.
Dancing Together in San Diego, California
Dancing Together, a woman-owned studio, offers private dance lessons for San Deigo weddings in a friendly, relaxed environment. Their patient and experienced teachers customize lessons to suit each couple's pace and preferences, whether aiming for a simple dance or a unique choreographed performance. They provide a half-price first lesson and assistance in choosing a song and dance style, so you don't need to come with a plan before getting started. As a bonus, lessons cover partner dancing skills and can include family dances, too.
- Years of Experience: 15+ years
- Dance Style: African, Arabic, bluegrass, Bollywood, Caribbean, Celtic, classical, country, dance, disco, flamenco, folk, hip-hop, Indian, jazz, klezmer, Latin, mariachi, Persian, polka, pop, R&B and rock
- What Couples Love: The instructors are patient and past clients said their parent-child dance was a hit.
Fred Astaire Dance Studio in San Diego, California
This studio is part of the prestigious Fred Astaire Franchise, known for its high standards and exquisite dance instruction. They offer tailored dance packages that include everything from a simple few lessons to an extensive program leading up to the wedding day, specializing in ballroom and Latin dances, but offering many others. Fred Astaire Dance Studio has a wide variety of instructors, so you can choose which one is the best fit for your learning style and technique. Plus, they can put together the routine for you, giving you ease and confidence, making this part of wedding planning a fun break rather than a chore.
- Years of Experience: 20+ years
- Dance Style: Salsa, mambo, hustle, east coast swing, west coast swing, merengue, rumba, cha cha, samba, bolero, paso doble, jive, bachata, argentine tango, foxtrot, tango, waltz, Viennese waltz, quickstep, country western and two-step
- What Couples Love: Couples say the elegant and sophisticated routines wowed their guests.
thatBliss in Oceanside, California
Located a short drive from San Diego, thatBliss specializes in creating bespoke dance experiences for weddings, including ethnic and cultural dances like Bollywood and Celtic styles. Female-owned and operated by Tori, who brings more than 19 years of dance experience and 8+ years of choreographic experience, she helps couples come up with something unique and special. She offers both private and group sessions, allowing couples and their families to perfect their routines in a supportive setting. Her favorite way to describe her teaching technique is surprise—bringing an element of glamor and suspense to her routines and giving them the chance to really soak up the spotlight on their big day.
- Years of Experience: 8+ years
- Dance Style: Classical, country, dance, disco, hip-hop, jazz, Latin, pop, R&B and rock
- What Couples Love: Couples love the unique cultural dance lessons that honored their heritage.
Wedding Dance Creations in San Diego, California
This Asian-owned studio makes every couple's dance dream a reality, specializing in custom first dances that tell a personal story. Wedding Dance Creations are known for their ability to blend various dance styles into a seamless routine, catering to music preferences from classical to jazz. They are also renowned for their ability to take beginners who are afraid of the dance floor into superstars on their wedding day. They want your first dance to feel smooth and natural, not awkward and they do that by breaking down every step with careful instruction. As they put it, if you can walk next to your partner, sway with music, not look at your feet and do a little turn—you got it.
- Years of Experience: 7+ years
- Dance Style: Classical, dance, disco, jazz and Latin
- What Couples Love: Couples say they turned their love story into a beautiful dance.
Chasse & Sway Ballroom Dancing in San Diego, California
This female-owned studio is owned by Nicole Wooding, an award-winning dance instructor, who offers professional wedding dance lessons in San Diego for individuals, couples and groups. Certified in more than 15 dance styles, including ballroom, tango, swing and Latin, she is renowned for her wedding choreography and serves as the choreographer for the American History Theater in San Diego. Her passion and expertise help students quickly incorporate dancing into their lives, creating lasting wedding memories. At Chasse & Sway Ballroom Dancing choose from a three to nine-pack private lesson package, and they offer social dancing lessons that can be used at the reception and on your honeymoon.
- Years of Experience: 13+ years
- Dance Style: Ballroom, tango, swing, Latin and more.
- What Couples Love: Couples appreciate the personalized service and luxurious dance lessons.
Starlight Dance Studio in San Diego, California
This woman-owned studio is led by Larisa Tingle, who has more than a decade of experience in West Coast swing. She began working and teaching at Starlight Dance in 2013 under Michael Kiehm's guidance, falling in love with the studio and its history, and in 2018, Michael sold the studio to her, entrusting her to continue its legacy. Larisa aims to grow the community and provide a welcoming place for dancers of all styles, continuing Starlight's tradition of excellence. They offer private wedding dance lessons for couples, wedding parties and parent/child duos.
- Years of Experience: 35+ years
- Dance Style: Latin, polka and many others.
- What Couples Love: Couples like the energetic and fun atmosphere that's great for wedding party dances.
