09/02/2026
πβ¨ AROUND THE WORLD SHOWCASE! β¨π
Get ready to pack your dancing shoes and travel the world without ever leaving the studio! ππΊπ
Join us for an exciting night celebrating the music, rhythms, and dance styles from around the globe! From Latin-inspired beats to European elegance our dancers will take you on a journey through the world, one song and one dance at a time! ππΆ
π Around the World Showcase
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September 17th
β° 7:00 PM
π΅ $20 per adult | $12 for ages 12 & under
πFred Astaire Dance Studios- Lakewood Ranch
Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready to DANCE, EXPLORE & BE INSPIRED! βοΈππ
β¨ One night. One studio. A whole world of dance! β¨
ποΈ Call (941)405-4983, email, or even walk in to reserve your ticket today!
09/01/2026
β¨π SEPTEMBER IS HERE, AND WEβRE DANCING INTO A BIG MONTH! πΊβ¨
From themed practice parties and exciting group classes to Around the World Showcase, Casting Day, Dance Camp, and our F.A.C.T. Seminar. ππΆ
Plus, we have coaches coming in, special events, birthdays, and plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun on the dance floor! β€οΈ
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Save the calendar & mark your favorites!
π Bring your dancing shoes.
π Bring your energy.
π Letβs make September unforgettable!
Which September event are YOU most excited for? π
08/27/2026
β¨ YOUR NEXT DANCE EXPERIENCE IS WAITING! β¨
We have some incredible guest coaches coming to the studio! πΊπ
Whether youβre brand new to dancing or still finding your confidence on the floor, Coaching Day is the perfect opportunity to take your dancing to the next level. π
π₯ Learn something new
π₯ Get fresh perspective & expert tips
π₯ Challenge yourself
π₯ Experience coaching from adjudicators and champions who bring something NEW to your dancing
And if youβve never done a Coaching Day beforeβ¦ THIS IS YOUR SIGN! πβ¨
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September 14 β Yulia Rudenco
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October 2 β Loreta KrikΕ‘ΔiukaitΓ½tΔ
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October 22 β Tara Fanzo
Donβt just take lessons! Invest in your dancing and experience whatβs possible! π
π« Ask your instructor how you can sign up! π«
08/24/2026
CONGRATULATIONS TO
OUR AMATUER COMPETITORS:
VICKI ROSIER
&& TO OUR PROFESSIONALS:
DICZON GONZALEZ
DYLAN ERREGUIN
JUAN MARTINEZ
For making the leaderboard!!
08/21/2026
πβ¨ Around the World Showcase is coming to Lakewood Ranch! β¨π
Get ready to travel the world through dance at our Around the World Showcase on September 17th! From exciting international rhythms to beautiful performances, this is going to be a night full of energy, entertainment, and unforgettable dancing.
And weβre excited to feature Diczon Gonzalez Pantoja as part of this special show! ππΊ
π Want to be part of the show?
Student enrollment is happening NOW! Talk to your instructor about choosing your dance, music, and theme and join us on the floor for this incredible showcase experience.
Tickets are also on sale now!
Invite your friends and family and come cheer on our amazing students and professionals as we dance Around the World!
π Fred Astaire Dance Studios β Lakewood Ranch
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September 17th
Call us today 941-405-4983 πβοΈβ¨
08/17/2026
β¨π WHAT A WAY TO WRAP UP CENTRAL DANCE CHALLENGE! πβ¨
After an incredible weekend of dancing, competing, cheering, and making memories, we celebrated in style at the Central Dance Challenge Awards & Banquet Dinner! ππΊπ₯
And our Lakewood Ranch students had plenty to celebrate! π
π Patty β Top Silver Showcase
π Sally β Top Silver Novelty
π Vicki β Top Bronze Novelty
What an AMAZING accomplishment! We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, personality, and passion these ladies brought to the floor all weekend long! β€οΈ
A special shoutout to Sally for also jumping into the Mix & Match Charity Event! Thank you for participating, supporting a great cause, and representing our studio out on the dance floor! πβ¨
And, of course, the banquet wasnβt complete without plenty of social dancing! πΆπ Lillie and Tracy joined in on the celebration, hitting the dance floor alongside everyone and helping us dance the night away! Thereβs nothing better than getting our Lakewood Ranch dance family together for a night of great music, dancing, laughter, and FUN! π₯β¨
We even got to celebrate James & Hannahβs wedding anniversary, complete with a special song from the dueling pianos! π₯β€οΈ Happy Anniversary, James & Hannah!
We also want to congratulate our incredible Fred Astaire Lakewood Ranch professionals who took the stage in the Professional Show, choreographed by our very own Juan Martinez! π₯π We couldnβt be prouder of our team and the talent they brought to the floor!
From the first dance of the weekend to the final song at the banquet, Central Dance Challenge was one to remember! β¨
Congratulations to ALL of our students and professionals β and thank you for representing Fred Astaire Dance Studios β Lakewood Ranch with so much energy, class, and spirit! ππ
Until the next dance floorβ¦ πβ¨π
08/21/2026
08/17/2026