Dance Trance in Orlando, FL

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Telephone:	+1 407-630-9191
Website:	dancetranceorlando.com
Address:	1828 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL, 32804 Horizons West / West Orlando, College Park
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:	1.1 miFlorida Hospital Health Village 1.4 miA 1.4 miJ
Categories:	Dance Schools

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Today	9:00 am – 8:00 pm Open now
Local time (Orlando)	4:07 PM Tuesday, June 24, 2025

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Monday	9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday	9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday	9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday	9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday	9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday	5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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Dance Trance Fitness is a high-energy, dance intensive workout program that’s like nothing else! We keep it fresh with new music, challenging with creative choreography, and every hour is bound to burn between 700‑1000 calories! Dance Trance is the perfect fitness program for women who grew up dancing and miss having it in their lives. It’s also an incredible program to start dancing for the first time if you’ve always dreamed of having sweet moves and the confidence to get out on the floor. The studio is filled with a nightclub-like vibe and at the same time, camaraderie that connects a bunch of girls who love to dance on and off the dance floor. Studio Owner, Elisa DeFoe, and Lead Instructor, Renee Korte, have been together since 2010 and work incredibly hard to keep this program on the cutting edge of dance fitness options in Orlando. Don’t try to compare it to some of the other brands out there — Dance Trance is its own beast that’s taking the nation by storm! So check out our schedule and choose the class best for you — we offer Beginners, Break Down (Intermediate) and Dance Trance (Advance). Download the Dance Trance app today for your iPhone or Droid.

History

Established in 2009.

Jay Handline started the Dance Trance (DT) classes 16 years ago when he was tired of working out using the same steps, music & routines. He worked together with other well known choreographers across the nation trying to develop a successful program. His goal with Dance Trance was not to develop just a fitness class, but a movement that would resonate with students for the rest of their lives.

Meet the Business Owner

Elisa D.

Business Owner

Elisa DeFoe (featured right) has danced casually all her life before realizing you don’t have to be a perfect dancer to dance perfectly for your own satisfaction. She brought Dance Trance to Orlando when she realized how much she missed it after moving from Jacksonville, Florida where Dance Trance is based. Elisa was moved to to open the studio against all odds — being overweight and overstressed — and has never looked back. She puts her heart and soul in to running a full fitness schedule every week and finding the best, highest energy teachers to help fill up classes to the max. The studio runs off a few ideas — ‘There are no mistakes, only solos’ and ‘Dance, Laugh, Sweat. Be Yourself!’

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20 reviews of Dance Trance

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M W.

Place rating: 5
New City, NY

Dance Trance will give you the workout of your life and you will not even think you are working out because you are having so much fun. No gym will ever top Dance Trance. I love the people, the routines and they pick the best songs and moves. Give it a try and I bet you will get hooked just like I did. I highly recommend Dance Trance!

Shannon V.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

«I love everything about Dance Trance! I’ve been dancing here for 5 years now and i don’t’ think i’ll ever stop! Number one… the instructors are incredibly talented and so much fun to learn from. The friendships I’ve formed from coming to class each week, have made it worth every minute i’ve spent there. I get an amazing, huge calorie burning workout whenever I go. It’s a sweat-fest trust me! It’s challenging and different every time, so I NEVER get bored. The routines are creative and fun and anyone can learn them no matter what age. You’ve got to give it a try! It’s seriously addicting though, so watch out!!!

Renee N.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

Love the positive energy of the instructors & everyone who attends. I have so much fun dancing I forget I’m working out.

Leela S.

Place rating: 5
Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

Hi my name is Leela and I’m a dance trance addict. If you like shaking your booty and learning fun and challenging routines in a friendly environment this is the place for you. As we are frequently reminded «there are no mistakes here only solos»

Beth H.

Place rating: 5
Jacksonville, FL

Best thing that can ever happen to ya! You’ll never go to the gym again after hitting up this awesome class! Dance Trance brings so much excitement to your workout you’ll want to workout every single night.

Lisa H.

Place rating: 3
Orlando, FL

Let’s preface this: I have been DYING to go to Dance Trance for a while now. I love dancing, I do hip hop fitness classes, Zumba, swing dancing, anything! So when I saw Dance Trance on my Class Pass app, I jumped at the chance to sign up.
First, let’s say that the instructor, Lisa, was so welcoming. I didn’t realize I signed up for the advanced class, and she said «you’re welcome to stay and try it out, or you can come join us at a breakdown or beginners class!» I told her I’d like to stay and try, and I was assured this was a «judgement free zone» and just to have fun with it.
So the class starts, and I immediately tell everyone is a dance trance pro! So fun. I was able to pick up on the warm up after one verse/chorus, and was having a blast so far. Then the next song starts. The room is a bit crowded, but I didn’t feel like I was in anyone’s way (and I’m really conscious of that, ESPECIALLY if I am sucking haha). Then the girl to my right literally shoo’d me away with her hands and said «uh, maybe you should go stand over there…» Wait, what?! Hahaa. Did you really just shoo me away??? So now I’m feeling SUPER uncomfortable and 100% judged. I usually don’t care about this stuff, but also hate surrounding myself with negative people, so I just up and left.
Lisa– thank you for your warm welcome (all 3 stars are for you, plus the class looked fun), but I hope your regulars start to do the same. I want to come back and try, but I’m not sure I will.
Also, not sure what that awful smell was in the studio, but the AC vent above me looked super moldy/dirty, so maybe it was that. And just a tip — they don’t have any water fountains or coolers, so bring your own, or purchase a bottle from them for $ 1. :)

Laurie P.

Place rating: 5
Apopka, FL

I’ve tried it all and there is nothing like dance trance… I have been going for 3 years and it not only keeps me in good shape. It makes me mentally clear, confident and happy. The ladies are wonderful… it’s the best part of my day!
I can’t wait to get there…

Andrea H.

Place rating: 4
Windermere, FL

Unless I’m running or playing softball, I’m not one to exercise. Weights and yoga and pilates all bore me. So when a friend mentioned Dance Trance, I jumped at the chance.
Thankfully, the first class is free. Score!
I checked out the beginners class and was pleasantly surprised. The routines are broken down for you but are still slightly difficult (in a good way — this wasn’t an easy stereotypical gym dance class). I loved it! The instructors were great and answered everyone’s questions. There were a variety of levels in the class, so I didn’t feel like I stuck out like a sore thumb to do my inability to keep rhythm. There are also 2 other class, and intermediate class and the actual Dance Trance class (where the dances are just done the whole class and no break down is given).
I immediately signed up for a package! I can’t commit to every week, but you can bet that I’ll be there when my schedule’s open!

Beth H.

Place rating: 5
Ponte Vedra, FL

Another super awesome DT location. Elisa has made this place an energy storeroom and every single class is a mind blower. Go try it out, you’ll never hit up the gym again!

Benji And Whisker's M.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

Elisa DeFoe and Renee Korte are two talented, funky, friendly, dance gurus and College Park is so lucky to have Dance Trance! The popularity of the classes speak to Elisa and Renee’s teaching talent, great energy and enthusiasm.
I am in good shape thanks to the challenging mind/body workout cardio dancing offers. Dance Trance offers more involved, relevant choreography than Zumba classes and when a class has mastered a particular dance it’s like watching a music video on TV. It’s wonderful to see women of various ages and stages of life drop it like it’s hot.
It’s also awesome to see Elisa and Renee’s creativity in developing new dance routines each week and their ability to remember the vast catalogue of dances they’ve taught over the past few years.
It doesn’t matter your skill level with dance. If you like to dance to hip hop and Top 40 songs you will have fun and burn a ton of calories. Elisa and Renee are happy to share their tricks with making moves look cool and are happy to answer questions about how to perform a move safely and with style!
If you are just starting out consider a beginner class or breakdown class where the dances are taught with detailed explanation and demonstration. Some routines are easier and some offer more of a mental challenge which makes each class unique. At Dance Trance I’m always guaranteed a great workout in a supportive, non judgemental environment.

Elizabeth F.

Place rating: 4
Orlando, FL

I, like Ashley E., drive by Dance Trance ALL the time so I finally stopped in to try out the Dance Trance beginner class. It’s definitely a blast! In the beginner class you learn 2 dance routines and you surely get a workout. Don’t get overwhelmed if the Advanced class is working out while you’re waiting, (it’s super intimidating watching them) but you go at a much slower pace with the beginner class, so I would definitely recommend trying that first until you get the hang of it.
Also, Dance Trance holds Jazzercise classes if you’re looking for something a little less dance-like and more into weights and abs and cardio.
Definitely check out Dance Trance — there is a ton to offer everyone and most of all, it’s fun!

Maite Q.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

I’ve never been a fan of gyms mainly because I found it somewhat boring and too repetitive for my taste. I did, however, wanted to be fit so I decided to try out Dance Trance. I was hooked since day one. Now I’m addicted to this place! It’s a great work out, extremely fun, challenging and I’ve never been more fit. Everybody is super friendly and I absolutely love them!
So if you want to lose weight whilst having a blast and learning some cool moves… This is the place for you!

Emily M.

Place rating: 4
Winter Park, FL

Dance Trance is the first fitness I’ve been able to stick with long term; you trick your body into getting a great workout. You’re too busy having fun and thinking about the steps to realize an hour of mucho-sweaty has passed.
The staff are super friendly and helpful, as are the regular girls. Dance Trance is really like a family that’s always willing to accept new members with open arms.
Slight detriment is that there’s only one location, so if you’re on the other side of town (like me) it’s a bit of a haul to get there and back. Also, I wish there were more class times available (but who doesn’t? But if I really expected to have my workouts cater to my schedule i would join a big gym or something).
Dance Trance is fun and addictive– learning the routines is so fun. When I first started last December I «collected» them (Ok, I have 3 routines down, ok now I have 5…) Give it a shot! For first timers I’d probably recommend a beginner or breakdown class, the full-fledged classes are kind of rough on first timers (that was my first experience, I think i’m reasonably good at picking up choreography and it could have been discouraging that first time if not for how fun and encouraging everyone there is).

Katy K.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

I love dance trance!!! As a lifetime dancer I was looking for a way to stay in shape and continue dancing and have fun… dancetrance meets all if those qualifications and more! The routines are high energy and fun and you are guaranteed to leave drenched in sweat and getting every penny’s worth of what you came for! I recommend it to everyone I know!

Kendra P.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

Dance Trance Orlando makes working out fun. You feel totally bad ass when you are finished with each workout. Although you are completely drenched with sweat and worn out, you just don’t want it to end. It marries my love of fitness with my love of dance perfectly. Some people sing. Some people act on stage. Some people play sports. Thanks to Dance Trance Orlando, I dance! It’s my thing. Check. It. Out!

Nana Y.

Place rating: 4
Bothell, WA

This dance studio is very unique and makes you wanna come back again once you visit there. Even though you are working out, their classes don’t make you think so because classes are sooooo fun! There are mirrors all over the the places. When they do routines, they dim the light so you look like you are in a dance club. Oh yeah and the instructor is sooo loving. She is super positive and friendly.

Ashley E.

Place rating: 4
Orlando, FL

I drive by Dance Trance all the time, and have been intrigued for months. I finally did a little research and thought the idea of «dance fitness» sounded like a blast. I ended-up making the time to go last night (dragging some co-workers along with me) and had an absolutely great time! And boy did I get a workout in addition to having fun!
One thing I WILL mention to those who are thinking of going for the first time: the «learning» classes are Mondays, and Wednesdays – the night I chose to go – are the nights where the dance steps are actually carried out. It doesn’t matter what night you go, just be aware that if you go on a Wednesday you may be the only person who doesn’t know the moves (like me)!
I will definitely be going back to Dance Trance!

Lily W.

Place rating: 4
Winter Park, FL

Dance Trance kicked my butt… and I loved it! I tried it for the first time this week and the owner Elisa (I think that’s how you spell it) was amazing! I took the Breakdown class, which is for newbies so she shows you the routines step-by-step. But don’t think that because you’re learning the routines slowly that it’s not going to be a great workout because after you go thru each one once, you do it at least twice in regular time!
For someone that has two left feet, I found the class to actually be «followable» because she shows you what to do and the girls that have been attending the classes longer are also super helpful! If you’re afraid to go because you don’t wanna look like a fool, get over it and get your booty there! You’ll have a blast, make some new friends, and blast a billion calories too!
Elisa even let me stay for the real Dance Trance class after the Breakdown class for free and let’s just say I’m hooked! Hope to see you there ;-)

Helen R.

Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL

This is like Cardio Crack– once you start you can’t stop! I actually did this religiously in Jacksonville, and when I moved here three years ago, was surprised to find a city like Orlando had nothing comparable to offer. Imagine my delight when a studio opened right in my backyard! This class has helped me get back into shape and challenges me each time I come.
The program offers two types of classes, regular (which is nonstop dancing for a full hour– or hour and a half on Saturdays) and breakdown. The breakdown class is excellent for beginners who would feel more comfortable learning the routines before jumping in. In addition, the studio offers supplemental classes, such as boot camp and cardio kickboxing.
Pricing varies depending on the membership level you choose. It seems there are always specials offered, and the first class is free, so it is definitely worth checking out if you like to dance and burn calories.
This works for all fitness levels– you can always go lower or jump higher to get more out of the workout. Or, if you are trying to take it easy, you can adjust the intensity to accommodate. I was training for a half marathon a couple of months ago, so I switched to the breakdown classes, to give my shins a bit of a break.
One last thing bit of advice for Newbies.: if you come in and are overwhelmed, don’t be. The more you come the better you get. I really can’t say enough about this program, or the instructors, or even the fellow students. Everyone is there to have a good time and sweat!

Annette G.

Place rating: 4
Orlando, FL

I heard about this place from the massage therapist I went to last week, and decided to give it a shot.
Here’s the thing, I love dancing. Usually though, I’m pretty tipsy, in a dark club, with lots of smoke machines and other people crowding on the dance floor. Life, you know… keeps on rolling and I don’t get out to the clubs much anymore. So enter Dance Trance Fitness.
Each week you learn a new routine, they have ‘break down’ classes where they teach it, step by step, and full classes where you just do the routine itself. I went to a break down class because well… while I like to dance, I’m not actually very good at it.
Some of the routines were harder than others (how do you spin around so many times and not get dizzy? This I would like to know) but it all was alot of fun. I really enjoyed it, and was (eventually) able to just get over how I may have looked and just had fun.
The first class is free, after that it’s $ 12/class or $ 90 for unlimited for the month. There’s also a 10 class\6 month package but I don’t remember the exact pricing.
Either way, check it out at least once. It’s free, fun, and a great way to get some exercise in!

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