Shall We DanceOf New York
All Ages and Levels
Astoria's neighborhood dance studio · Welcoming all ages since day one
Welcome to SWD
Where movement meets meaning.
Shall We Dance Of New York is Astoria's home for dancers of every age and every aspiration. From the two-year-old taking her first plié to the adult finding rhythm again, our studio is a place where craft meets community.
Small class sizes. Deeply personal instruction. A faculty that knows every student by name. We believe dance is more than movement — it's how children build confidence, how friendships are made, and how a neighborhood comes alive.
All Ages, All Levels
From two-year-old Mini Movers to seasoned adult dancers, we meet every student where they are.
A Studio That Feels Like Home
Small class sizes, deeply personal instruction, and an Astoria-rooted community that grows together.
Beyond the Barre
Birthday parties, summer camps, and studio rentals bring the neighborhood through our doors year-round.
Federica Pezzino
Studio Director & Principal Instructor
"Dance has taught me confidence, commitment, and creativity."
Federica has been dancing since she was three years old. A graduate of Frank Sinatra School of the Arts, she has competed since age ten and trained intensively across multiple styles. Years of hard work, discipline, and performance experience have shaped her into a strong, versatile dancer with a deep love for the art of movement — and a commitment to sharing the confidence, creativity, and joy of dance with every student she teaches.
Meet the Full TeamWhat Dancers Say
“I took a Zumba class here on Monday night at 8 PM with the teacher Arleigh. It was so fun! The teacher does such a great job blending working out with dance, and she's just so joyful. This is a new studio space in Astoria with adult and children's dance classes, plus a little shop for children's dance clothing. Everything is brand new and the space is so clean, and the staff is so friendly too. I wish I took photos, but I was too busy dancing and having fun!”
Zumba Class Attendee
Monday Night Zumba with Arleigh
“Beautiful studio, kind instructor, and check in process was friendly and easy. Highly recommend taking a class here. :)”
Alexandra