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Kids Dance Classes in Monmouth County, NJ

63 programs · updated August 2026

Dance classes cover far more than ballet — local studios teach preschool combo classes, contemporary and lyrical, and cultural traditions like Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Irish dance, alongside all-styles programs where kids sample several genres before choosing a favorite. In Monmouth County, NJ, families can choose from 63 kids' dance programs across 35 towns.

  • 63 programs
  • 35 towns
  • updated August 2026

We track every kids' dance classes program in Monmouth County, NJ we can verify — last checked August 2026.

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Dance Classes activities in Monmouth County, NJ

  1. A Step in the Right Direction Dance School

    Shrewsbury
    Dance Classes

  2. Allegro Dance Academy

    Red Bank
    Dance Classes

  3. Anytime Dance Studios

    Eatontown
    Dance Classes

  4. Arthur Murray Dance Center of Red Bank

    Red Bank
    Dance Classes

  5. Asaye Dance Company

    Long Branch
    Dance Classes

  6. Asbury Park Technical Academy of Dance

    Asbury Park
    Dance Classes

  7. Barnett Kathryn School of Dance

    Red Bank
    Dance Classes

  8. Bayshore Academy Of Dance

    Holmdel
    Dance Classes

  9. Boogie Box Fitness with Nicole at Next Level Dance Academy

    Matawan
    Dance Classes

  10. Carol Elaine Dance Studio

    Leonardo
    Dance Classes

  11. Core Dance Company

    Millstone
    Dance Classes

  12. D'Arcy School of Irish Dance

    Belmar
    Dance Classes

  13. D's Latin & Ballroom Dance Studio

    Fair Haven
    Dance Classes

  14. Daly Irish Dance

    Middletown
    Dance Classes

  15. Daly Irish Dance School

    Atlantic Highlands
    Dance Classes

  16. Dance Academy

    Dance Classes

  17. Dancecraft Dance Studio

    Belmar
    Dance Classes

  18. East Coast Dance Company

    Sea Girt
    Dance Classes

  19. EIM Dance Center

    Middletown
    Dance Classes

  20. Elite Dance Academy Of Marlboro

    Marlboro
    Dance Classes

  21. Empire Dance Center

    Shrewsbury
    Dance Classes

  22. Essential Elements Dance Studio

    Hazlet
    Dance Classes

  23. Fred Astaire Dance Studio

    Tinton Falls
    Dance Classes

  24. Fred Astaire Dance Studio

    Manasquan
    Dance Classes

  25. Fred Astaire Dance Studios

    Englishtown
    Dance Classes

  26. Garden State Dance Academy

    Holmdel
    Dance Classes

  27. Gotta Dance Studio K

    Ocean Grove
    Dance Classes

  28. Howell Academy Of Dance

    Howell
    Dance Classes

  29. Hype Dance Studio

    Ocean
    Dance Classes

  30. Infinity Dance Studio

    Allentown
    Dance Classes

  31. Jersey Shore Dance Academy

    Shrewsbury
    Dance Classes

  32. Kick Dance Studio

    Rumson
    Dance Classes

  33. Marlboro Dance School

    Morganville
    Dance Classes

  34. Matawan Aberdeen Regional High School Dance Studio

    Matawan
    Dance Classes

  35. Middletown dance academy

    Middletown
    Dance Classes

  36. Monmouth Dance Academy

    Howell
    Dance Classes

  37. Movement Dance Academy

    Oceanport
    Dance Classes

  38. Movement Dance Academy

    Dance Classes

  39. Movement Dance Center

    Englishtown
    Dance Classes

  40. New Movement Dance Center

    Howell
    Dance Classes

  41. Next Level Dance Academy

    Port Monmouth
    Dance Classes

  42. Next Step Dance Academy

    Howell
    Dance Classes

  43. NJ Dance Center

    Tinton Falls
    Dance Classes

  44. NYOD Dance Studio

    North Middletown
    Dance Classes

  45. Ocean Side Dance Studio

    Long Branch
    Dance Classes

  46. Perna Dance Center

    Hazlet
    Dance Classes

  47. Platinum Dance Academy

    Freehold
    Dance Classes

  48. Quick Quick Slow Ballroom Dance Studio

    Englishtown
    Dance Classes

  49. Quick Quick Slow Ballroom Dance Studio

    Marlboro
    Dance Classes

  50. Rising Stars School of Dance & Performing Arts

    Manalapan
    Dance Classes

  51. Robin McGill School Of Dance

    Avon-by-the-Sea
    Dance Classes

  52. Shore Stars Dance Academy

    Wall
    Dance Classes

  53. Shoreline Dance Academy

    Neptune City
    Dance Classes

  54. Skip Ascari Ballroom Dance Classes

    Manasquan
    Dance Classes

  55. Spring Lake School Of Dance

    Spring Lake
    Dance Classes

  56. Step by Step Dance Studio

    Millstone
    Dance Classes

  57. Step by Step Dance Studio

    Millstone
    Dance Classes

  58. Taggart School of Irish Dance

    Matawan
    Dance Classes

  59. Takajum Dance School

    Marlboro
    Dance Classes

  60. The Academy of Dance Arts

    Tinton Falls
    Dance Classes

  61. The Academy Of Dance Arts

    Red Bank
    Dance Classes

  62. Voltage Dance Company

    Howell
    Dance Classes

  63. Wendi Sue Porter School of Dance

    Ramtown
    Dance Classes

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Frequently asked questions

What age can kids start dance classes?
Creative-movement classes start as young as 2–3, combo classes (a taste of ballet, tap, and jazz in one session) suit ages 4–6, and more technical, single-style training usually begins around 7–8. Studios group by age, so a first class is never a room full of experienced dancers.
General dance classes or a specific style like ballet or hip-hop?
If your child doesn't have a strong pull yet, start with a combo or all-styles class — it's designed for exactly that discovery. Once a preference shows, studios make it easy to move into dedicated ballet, hip-hop, or jazz and tap tracks, often at the same location.
What about classical Indian dance like Bharatanatyam or Kathak?
Local academies teach these as complete training traditions — technique, storytelling, music, and culture together. Kids typically start around 5–6, progress through graded levels over years, and many academies mark milestones with formal recitals. No prior background is needed to begin.
What should my child wear to a first class?
Ask the studio before buying anything — most have a simple dress code per style. Ballet-based classes usually want a leotard and tights, hip-hop and combo classes are fine with comfortable athletic wear, and style-specific shoes (ballet slippers, tap shoes, jazz shoes) can usually wait until after a trial class.
What do dance classes typically cost?
Studios usually charge monthly tuition per weekly class, with discounts for multiple classes or siblings. Budget separately for the annual recital — a costume and a recital fee are standard — and ask about registration fees up front so there are no surprises.
Do all studios have recitals?
Most hold one big annual recital, and some add a low-key winter showcase. They're a highlight for most kids, but if the production feels like too much too soon, plenty of studios treat recital participation as optional — ask how they handle it.
Is dance a good activity for boys?
Absolutely — dance builds strength, coordination, and rhythm that transfer directly to sports, and hip-hop classes in particular tend to draw lots of boys. Many studios run boys-specific classes or discount them to balance their programs.
How many classes a week does my child need?
One weekly class is the right start for a beginner. Kids who fall in love with it naturally add a second style or class, and competition teams — always optional — come with their own schedule once a dancer is ready for more.
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