Junior Ballroom Classes for Ages 8–12 in Chandler, AZ

A fun, structured ballroom program where young dancers build confidence, coordination, rhythm, teamwork, and real dance skills.

No experience or partner required.

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4:45–5:30 PM.

First group class is FREE.

Junior Ballroom students participating in a dance class at The Phoenix Ballroom Academy in Chandler, Arizona.

More Than Learning Dance Steps

Junior Ballroom gives children a fun, structured place to move, learn, and grow. Students develop real Ballroom and Latin dance skills while strengthening confidence, coordination, focus, musicality, and teamwork.

Classes are welcoming to complete beginners. Each dancer is encouraged to progress at an appropriate pace, build strong fundamentals, and feel proud of what they accomplish.

What Students Learn

Junior Ballroom introduces young dancers to real Ballroom and Latin skills through age-appropriate, structured instruction.

Ballroom & Latin Foundations

Students learn foundational steps and patterns from dances such as Waltz, Cha Cha, Tango, Foxtrot, Jive, Swing, and more.

Rhythm & Coordination

Classes help dancers develop timing, musicality, balance, posture, body awareness, and greater control of their movement.

Partnering & Teamwork

Students practice respectful partnering, lead-and-follow awareness, cooperation, classroom etiquette, and working confidently with others.

These foundations give students room to grow—from their first steps to stronger technique, choreography, performance, and future Youth Ballroom opportunities.

Junior ballroom dancers performing a choreographed routine at a youth dance event.

A Program That Grows With Them

Every dancer begins at their own level. New students start with approachable movement, rhythm, coordination, and strong fundamentals while receiving clear guidance and encouragement.

As their confidence and skills grow, dancers can progress toward stronger technique, more detailed patterns, choreography, performances, Solo Star opportunities, and eventually the Youth Ballroom program.

Students can enjoy the program recreationally or pursue greater challenges as they become ready. Performance and competition are opportunities—not requirements.

Junior Ballroom Program Details

Ages

Designed for dancers ages 8–12. Placement for 12-year-old students may depend on maturity, experience, and individual goals.

Class Schedule

Tuesdays & Thursdays

4:45-5:30 PM

Tuition

$110 per month

Drop-in class: $20

First group class is free.

No experience or partner is required. Your child can attend a free first group class, meet the instructors, and experience the program before enrolling.

More Ways to Shine with Solo Star

Some dancers enjoy the opportunity to build individual technique, learn choreography, and perform without needing a partner. The Solo Star program helps students develop confidence, musicality, personal expression, and stronger Ballroom and Latin skills through solo routines.

Solo Star can provide additional challenges and performance opportunities for interested students as they become ready. Participation is optional and based on each dancer’s interests, experience, and goals.

⭐ Discover Why Dancers Choose The Phoenix Ballroom Academy

Ready to Try Junior Ballroom?

Your child can experience the class, meet the instructors, and see whether the program feels like the right fit. The first group class is free.

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The Phoenix Ballroom Academy

3029 N Alma School Rd.

Suite 224

Chandler, AZ 85224

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