The Ballroom of Sarasota
The Ballroom of Sarasota is a ballroom and Latin dance studio in Sarasota, FL, offering private lessons, group classes, and social dance parties.
Ballroom and Latin dance studio in Sarasota offering private lessons, group classes, and monthly social dance parties.
Updated August 2026
- Location
- Sarasota, FL
- Categories
- Latin & Ballroom, Ballroom
The Ballroom of Sarasota is located at 5660 Swift Rd, Sarasota, FL. The studio has been in business for over 32 years and teaches ballroom and Latin styles including Cha Cha, Swing, Rumba, Hustle, Salsa, and Bachata. The Ballroom of Sarasota offers private lessons (50 minutes, one instructor with one student or a couple) and group lessons for beginners and intermediate dancers. Monday night includes a free beginners group class (7:00–7:45 pm) focusing on basic dance components, followed by a Bronze Social Class (7:45–8:30 pm, $20 per person). Tuesday night offers a Social Group Class (7:00–8:00 pm, $20 per person). Wednesday night features the International Latin Group Class (7:00–8:30 pm, $30 per person). The studio operates on a pay-as-you-go basis with no contracts. Monthly themed social dance parties are open to students and the public. Instructors include John Moldthan, John, Ryan, Isabel, and Dmytro. According to the studio, it uses the Three F's Teaching Method emphasizing fun, fast discovery, and fundamentals. Reviewers consistently praise the instructors and teaching approach. One reviewer noted learning to dance with John at the studio for 3 years. Wedding couples combine private lessons with group classes to prepare a first dance, then continue after the wedding. Reviewers describe the space and instructors as excellent.
What dancers say · Florida Dancers review summary
All 8 reviews rate the studio 5 stars. Reviewers praise the instructors—particularly John Moldthan, John, Ryan, Isabel, and Dmytro—as welcoming, personable, and top-notch teachers. Students highlight the exceptional teaching methodology, great space, and the balance of skill development with enjoyment. One reviewer has been taking lessons for 3 years.
Review highlights from Google
Michael Williams
My wife and I take private lessons from John and Ryan. Those guys are great and we love them. Start taking lessons from eather of them and before you know it you'll be great. As long as we take lessons, it will be from The Ballroom of Sarasota!
Mary Ann Williams
Teaching methodology used is exceptional allowing my husband and I to fully understand how the body is naturally designed to dance. We have found this studio and the teachers there to be the best in Sarasota!
Travis Belsito
Great space and teachers. Would recommend 100%. Wanted to learn to dance with my fiancé for our wedding and now we plan to keep coming back even after the wedding.
Wayne Talcott
Love to dance there. Isabel is an outstanding instructor
Christian Hartenstein
Always fun! The instructors are top notch!
Sourced from Google reviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What dance styles does The Ballroom of Sarasota teach?
The studio teaches ballroom and Latin styles including Cha Cha, Swing, Rumba, Hustle, Salsa, and Bachata.
Do you offer private and group lessons?
Yes. Private lessons are 50 minutes with one instructor, one-on-one or as a couple. Group lessons range from $20 to $30 per person and meet on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings.
Is there a free beginner class?
Yes. Monday night includes a free beginners group class from 7:00–7:45 pm covering basic dance components.
Do I need a contract?
No. The studio operates on a pay-as-you-go basis with no contracts required.
Does The Ballroom of Sarasota offer social dance events?
Yes. Monthly themed social dance parties are open to students and the public, offering a chance to practice dancing in a social setting.