Let us try to remove some of the barriers that have been keeping you from learning how to dance. Listed below are a few of the questions that we hear most often from new students.

I have wanted to learn how to dance for a long time, how do I start?
This is the simplest of questions, just come in and let us show you how simple dancing really is. We have been teaching longer than anyone in the business. We have a program that will meet your needs and allow you to learn at your own pace. Our instructors have been specially trained to assist the new dancer. Our method of training is geared toward your needs and interests. By using a combination of group lessons, private lessons and practice parties, our teaching system has proven to be successful.

Once I begin, how long will it take to learn how to dance?
This is up to you, your rate of advancement is dependent on a number of factors. We can show you the basics in a number of dances or we can work on a specialized dance that you want to learn. It is up to you.

I am single and I do not have a partner, what do I do?
If you don't have a partner, don't let that stop you from dancing. Your private lessons are with an individual instructor, if you are a single male, we will provide you with a well trained lady instructor. If you are a single female, we will provide you with a well trained gentleman instructor. Group lessons are taken with other students at your level of dance knowledge and you dance with the students of the opposite sex. During the practice parties, all of the Arthur Murray students and instructors are encouraged to dance with all of the other students. This gives you experience dancing with other partners of many different skill levels. Dancing is a social activity, you should dance with many people and have a great time while you are doing so - we can help you achieve this goal.

How much will it cost?
This is a difficult question to answer. What is your personal goal? What do you want to be able to do with your dancing? How many dances do you want to learn? Do you want to be able to just go out to some of the clubs and join in or will you get serious about your dancing and begin to compete? Each of these factors will influence the cost. The studios generally have an introductory offer that will allow you to come in and test the water before you make a decision.

Why do I need to take lessons?
Dancing and specifically ballroom dancing, is a combination of rhythm, movement, lead, follow and choreography specific to each dance. You did not learn to ride a bike by watching a video tape or learn to drive a car by reading a book. If you participated in any organized sports activity you probably had a trained coach that provided you with encouragement, motivation, and assistance. Dancing is the same. The trained staff at our Arthur Murray Studios can help you learn so you can dance anywhere with anyone.

What dances can I learn?
What dances would you like to learn? Are you wanting to learn some Swing, Hustle, and Cha Cha so that you can go out to the clubs? We can help you. Do you want to learn a Waltz to dance with your new father in-law at your wedding? We can be of assistance. Do you want to do something that gets you out of the house, allows you to meet people, get some exercise and have fun? We have plenty of dances to meet your needs.

Why should you choose Arthur Murray Broad Ripple?

There are many reasons Arthur Murray Broad Ripple is the best place for you to learn to dance.

One reason is that while many studios teach dance steps, we at Arthur Murray teach you how to dance. Our students learn how to lead or follow so that they can go to any ballroom or nightclub and dance with any partner. As a part of our syllabus, you do learn dance patterns, but we also emphasize the techniques you'll need to confidently lead or follow. When the focus is solely on learning steps, then you rely on dancing with someone who has learned the same steps.

As you are comparing studios, you may see what looks like a lower price. But be sure you look at the services included in the price they quote. These studios often make you pay a la carte for private lessons, group lessons, and parties. Once you add the cost of the individual items, you will find that you are generally paying the same amount of money or more as you would at our studio, where you buy lesson units that include a private lesson, group lesson, and party. Also, Arthur Murray offers a money-back guarantee on the lesson package you purchase.

We are a school, which means that we offer levels of instruction that build upon each other to help you reach your dancing goals. As you progress through the levels, we check your progress to ensure that you are learning everything for the level you've signed up for. And you can rest assured that our instructors are throroughly trained and must pass certification tests for each level we offer.