Dance Underground

Dance Teacher

Established in 2003, the Dance Underground is a Seattle based dance studio, co-owned and operated by two partners: Ilana Rubin and Tony Fan. Ilana and Tony have established dancers in Seattle with diverse dance backgrounds and teaching experiences.

Dance Underground is the ideal dance studio in Seattle with a mission to promote a wide variety of dance styles. Our program offers a full range of classes, social dance parties, and special workshops featuring international renowned dance instructors and choreographer.

Our objective is to provide a warm, friendly atmosphere in an elegant setting that allows for optimum instruction and learning. We promote talented instructors who are recognized for their teaching excellence and their dedication to inspire their students to grow and express themselves creatively. We also promote friendly social dancing on weekend nights where people can have fun, get loose, and make new friends. Read more

4 recommendations

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    Jordan Gamble

    Shared on goo.gl

    Beginner night was fabulous! Funny and engaging dances with everyone. Love the lights and brick decoration. Will update with photo's next weeK!

    Original recommendation
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    Audrey Freudenberg

    Shared on goo.gl

    Dina and Barb made me feel immediately welcome as a rank beginner when my body was physically incapable of much of anything; I bumbled my way around amongst enthusiastic dancers whose joy was downright contagious. Two years later, I'm in great shape, kicking high and happily. It's a mandatory part of my week, and has made such a difference in my life!

    Original recommendation
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    Teri T.

    Shared on yelp.com

    Dance Underground is an unassuming underground space which boasts three dance studios that are rented out for various classes. I currently take Badi (a dance fitness style class) in this location and love the feel and vibe of the entire studio. With ample mirrors and twinkle lights for ambiance, the space feels sacred. Descending down the stairs upon entering by Sur 16, I become mentally and physically far away from the busy Seattle life overhead allowing me dance my troubles away and become lost in the music.

    The location is also off of 15th street in Capitol Holl, home to many wonderful shops and restaurants, giving you ample options for food with friends or a quick coffee break before or after your class.

    Original recommendation
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    Eric Mehl

    Shared on goo.gl

    I visited Seattle for work for three weeks and danced in the various venues around town. Dance Underground was the most welcoming and place I danced. There was a full range of dancers from the 20 year olds to 70 year olds and all the ages in between. It was democratic since folks just wanted to dance and enjoy themselves. I truly felt that Ilana and Tony set the tone for people coming there that it is an inviting and warm place. Need I dare mention the size and variety of food that was laid out. I don't think I've ever seen this in many of the milongas I've ever attended. What I have learned is that the hosts set the tone of who comes and dances in their place, and it was continually demonstrated to me each and every time I came.
    Hat's off to both of them. They really do this with a good heart and it show.
    Thanks again for making my busy trip in Seattle a success.

    Original recommendation