The best dance studios in San Francisco

San Francisco’s dance scene pulses with energy, from Bollywood beats in the East Bay to ballet barre work in Oakland and free-form movement in Marin. Whether you are a seasoned performer or stepping onto the floor for the very first time, the Bay Area has a studio that will make you fall in love with dance. We combed through thousands of ClassPass member ratings and reviews to bring you the seven best dance studios in San Francisco and the surrounding metro area.

Studios were selected based on review volume, average rating, and consistency of positive feedback from the ClassPass community.

1. Blackbox Studios – Adult Pointe

Blackbox Studios in Oakland has earned a perfect 5.0 rating – and once you take a class, it is easy to see why. Specializing in ballet for adults of every level, Blackbox offers pointe, beginner ballet, and intermediate/advanced classes in a clean, intimate studio space. The teaching style is rigorous yet nurturing, meeting every student exactly where they are and pushing them to grow.

“Theresa’s incredibly nurturing and masterful teaching is literally changing my life. Within a week of starting ballet again after 35 years, I was dancing on pointe. I have never danced at this level before and I’m in my 50s.”

“Genius teacher with warmth and heart. An amazing class where I learn a lot as an intermediate-advanced dancer. I always feel amazing when I go dance here and love the community of ballerinas!”

Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)

2. Open Floor Dance (Sausalito) – Open Floor Weekend Dance

Open Floor Dance brings a completely different energy to the Bay Area dance landscape. There are no choreographed steps to memorize here. Instead, a teacher plays arrival music, offers awareness principles, and then lets you move freely to a long, uninterrupted set. It is part meditation, part dance party, and part community ritual.

“Ditch your inner Grace and twirl amongst your fellow Frankies. Had the vibes of a holistic daytime rave where you can twirl, stretch, and interact at your own pace.”

Rating: 4.98 (97 reviews)

3. Sun Bollywood – Bolly N Fit

If you want a high-energy cardio workout disguised as a dance party, Sun Bollywood is it. Bolly N Fit sessions blend Bollywood, hip-hop, K-pop, and Tollywood music into an exhilarating, sweat-drenching hour. The moves are broken down so beginners can follow along, but the intensity will challenge even seasoned dancers.

“Raunak just keeps the intensity high and steps easy to follow. I am completely drained out but smiling as the high of Bollywood songs gets us all going. I’ll come back, and bring a friend too!”

“Excellent class! Raunak brings a lot of energy and unending enthusiasm. Music is a mix of Bollywood, hip hop, Tollywood but is high intensity and lots of fun.”

Rating: 4.83 (75 reviews)

4. Jazzercise Redwood City – Cardio Sculpt

With 177 reviews and a rock-solid 4.81 rating, Jazzercise Redwood City is one of the most popular dance-fitness destinations in the San Francisco metro. Cardio Sculpt fuses dance cardio with strength training for a full-body workout that flies by. The class is accessible to all fitness levels – you control the intensity with your weight selection and effort.

Rating: 4.81 (177 reviews)

5. The Beat-Berkeley Performing Arts – Jazz Dance and World Rhythms

The Beat is a Berkeley institution offering an eclectic range of dance styles under one roof. From Jazz Dance and World Rhythms to Latin Dance and Jazz Blues, there is something for every taste. The studio fosters a warm, supportive community where technique and joy go hand in hand.

“Such a fun class. The music was great and everyone is so supportive!”

Rating: 4.79 (112 reviews)

6. Precision Dance Company – Zumba

Precision Dance Company has turned Zumba into something special. Classes go beyond a typical cardio workout and lean into real dance – pulling from Latin, Afro, and pop styles to create choreography that is exciting and accessible at the same time. The supportive community atmosphere keeps members coming back week after week.

“Victoria was a wonderful instructor and the environment was very supportive. The choreography was different than other Zumba classes I’ve taken – more on the dance side versus workout – but I found it really exciting and fun!”

Rating: 4.92 (329 reviews)

7. Ballet Bodies – Ballet Beginner

Ballet Bodies has become the go-to studio for adults who want to experience the beauty and discipline of ballet without years of training. Members consistently praise the ability to break down complex combinations, provide personal corrections, and create an atmosphere where everyone feels challenged and supported.

“Romi is incredible! Her classes are a great workout and she walks you through every combo. I love her mix of classic and contemporary music, it’s always a great atmosphere.”

Rating: 4.87 (142 reviews)

Find your next dance class in San Francisco

The San Francisco Bay Area is home to one of the most diverse dance communities in the country. From Bollywood cardio to adult ballet to free-form movement, these studios earned their spots through the voices of real ClassPass members who showed up, moved their bodies, and left inspired.

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Data sourced from CP_BI_DERIVED.DATAPIPELINE.TOPS_IN_CITY and CP_BI_DERIVED.DATAPIPELINE.SCORE_COMMENTS on 2026-02-18.