The Kansas City two-step is a cherished area dance tradition that takes practice to master. No matter whether you’re a beginner with two left feet or a seasoned vet looking to polish your skills, taking a two-step class is an opportunity to move your body and build community.
Classes and lessons are available all around KC, from community centers to dance studios to clubs, with a variety of options to suit your schedule and budget.
With experienced instructors and welcoming environments, you’ll be gliding across the dance floor in no time. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn this smooth, synchronized partner dance that’s been a cornerstone of Black KC culture for generations.
Linwood YMCA
3800 Linwood Blvd., KCMO
Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
Class $5 or free with membership
IDWD Productions
Private Lessons with De Barker
Contact debarkereps@gmail.com
$25 per hour lesson
Marlborough Community Center
8200 The Paseo, KCMO
Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Class $3 or free with membership
KC Friends of Alvin Ailey
1714 E. 18th St., KCMO
Six weeks October – November
Thursdays 6 to 7 p.m.
$15 a class or $72 for six weeks
Eisenhower Recreation Center
2901 N. 72nd St., KCK
Mondays 7 to 9 p.m.
$8 lessons
Sunday Two-Step Factory
4701 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO
Sundays 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
$8 lessons
F.L.O.S.S
1417 Norton, KCMO
Sundays noon to 2 p.m.
$5, classes return in the fall
Society
2050 Central St., KCMO
Thursdays 8 to 10 p.m.
Free lessons
Pete’s Place
12044 Blue Ridge, Grandview, MO
Thursdays 6 to 8 p.m.
$8 lessons
Check out our full Kansas City two-step series
Kansas City Two-Stepping, a Black Cultural Phenomenon