Fred Astaire Dance Studio Tampa, Clearwater

The instructors at Fred Astaire Dance Studios, which was cofounded by the legendary toe tapper himself, shepherds students of all ages and skill levels through dance lessons that span the style spectrum. Low-pressure private sessions allow teachers to fine-tune individual students' techniques and form. They teach students how to cavort through classic waltz romps or swivel through the modern steps of salsa or samba.

For dancers hoping to hoof it up in a social setting, the group practice parties provide a one-night extravaganza of instruction, demonstrations, and amateur firewalking.