Dance with Joy Studios

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8051 SE 16th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

History

The owner of the studio, Rachel Lidskog-Lim, named her original business 2 Dance with Joy, because her dancing and teaching brought her and her students great joy! :) 29 years later, DANCE with JOY STUDIOS' mission is to be a positive force in your world by adding joyful moments to your day! Our programs are designed to support success for students of all levels, in an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere. Offering daily activities that enrich the mind, body and spirit, we provide a wide variety of educational, cultural and physical activities for students of all ages. We offer excellent instruction in a community of passionate students and professionals who make it their goal to experience greater health and well being, present moment connection and joy, sharing the art of movement and music, fun and friendship. We are a movement art and activity center dedicated to making the world better one smile at a time!

Specialties

DANCE with JOY STUDIOS has over 100 classes, events, and workshops every week made up of over 35 dance styles, fitness classes, and wellness activities. DANCE with JOY STUDIOS' mission is to be a positive force in your world by adding joyful moments to your day, enriching the mind, body and spirit, by providing educational, cultural and physical activity to individuals of all ages. Our programs are designed to support success in an inspiring atmosphere for students of all levels in their chosen areas of interest. We offer great instruction in a community of passionate students and professionals who make it their mission to enjoy life through dance and the arts. Dance classes and activities include Ballroom, Latin, West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop & EC Swing, Salsa, Bachata, Country, Hustle, Night Club, Argentine Tango, Hip Hop, Pilaties, Yoga, NIA, Zumba, Burlesque, Children's Ballroom & Theater Programs, Tap Dance, Singing, Knitting, Arts & Crafts and more! :)

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4.524 reviews
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Karen Maria C.
8/7/2025

At Dance With Joy, the instructors are top notch and everyone is friendly and welcoming!

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Tory F.
11/14/2023

Rachel opened up last minute day camps to support Portland parents amidst the teacher strike -- a true live saver for many families. Rachel and her team have created a safe, engaging cozy space...

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Ursina T.
3/17/2023

I have spent many happy hours in this studio and highly recommend it! I'm usually there for tango (with Rachel), but I also took some beginner classes in West Coast Swing with Phoenix, as well as...

Gus Z.
7/22/2023

Nice studio. A bit small. Instructors for the most part are good. My wife was disappointed with Phoenix. His persona was that of a superior attitude. He enjoyed flaunting his "queendom" and...

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Jaimee D.
4/22/2016

This review is long overdue. I have been going to Dances With Joy Studios for about a year now and I absolutely love it. I mainly attend Zumba and specifically, Heidi's Zumba and Zumba Step...

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