3rd Street Dance
About the studio
3rd Street Dance is an iconic Los Angeles dance studio founded in 1979 and located at 8558 W. 3rd St. between Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the Beverly Center. The studio offers one of the most comprehensive social and partner dance programs in LA, with regular ongoing classes in salsa (beginner through advanced, including LA-style on1 and Mambo/Salsa on2), bachata, kizomba, zouk, hip hop, swing, ballroom, Argentine tango, ballet, and more. Five custom-built studios with sprung hardwood floors, mirrors, sound systems and natural light host beginning-through-advanced levels in each major style. The studio is led by renowned dance educator Leslie Ferreira and a hand-picked team of professional instructors who also work in TV, film, and stage. 3rd Street Dance has been featured on Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, Dance Moms, and various MTV/VH1 music videos. Membership tiers (Unlimited, Ultimate, Premiere) include monthly Latin socials, dance bootcamps, and specialty workshops, and the studio partners with the LA Bachata Festival each February. New students can try a $99 two-week unlimited pass to get started.
Founded in 1979, 3rd Street Dance Studio has been a cornerstone of the Los Angeles social dance community for over 45 years. The historic studio has been featured on Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, Dance Moms, various TV series, commercials, and MTV/VH1 music videos. Today the studio is owned and led by renowned dance educator Leslie Ferreira.
Styles & levels
All levels
All levels
All levels
All levels
Weekly schedule 8 classes
Instructors
Renowned dance educator who currently owns and leads 3rd Street Dance Studio. Under her direction the historic studio (founded 1979) continues to be a creative home for dancers of all ages and levels.
What dancers say 4.8 on Google
"This place isn't just a BALLROOM dance studio, it also has ballet, hip-hop, jazz, dance fitness and they're all for ADULTS! No children or young teens in classes, so it's very age appropriate! The salsa and bachata social dance scene is on FIRE here too... make no mistake, this s"
"This place is so accommodating and the staff was very kind. A group of friends and I have used the studio multiple times and we will continue to. Fully outfitted with air, audio, and good lighting. Thanks again!"
"Ballroom Burn is a fun Class for breaking a sweat! The instructor Dmitry is very talented but all you have to do is follow along at your personal best. A good way to learn different kinds of ballroom basics as well."
The studio
