| FYI...if I were unbiased and simply answering your question, I'd say it depends on WHICH dance you're interested in learning, and WHY you're wanting to learn. If you want the group classes for the "cheers" atmosphere where everyone know's your name...then a studio is fine. You'll probably over pay, but it's a place to congregate, socialize and feed your ego. (ie...not naming any names, but there is a very prominent studio in this area that charges $137 for 40 minutes of instruction. NOT ONE HOUR, but 40 minutes. And yes - thats one hundred and thirty seven dollars. But hey--they know you're name!!!
If you really want to learn to dance so you can get out and meet people, use it socially, as a hobby, a date night, for exercise, etc...if you actually want to be able to dance, then do your homework. Research the independent instructors in your area. Most of us specialize in one dance or another. Mine is West Coast Swing and Country. Anyway, good luck and happy dancing to all!!!!!! | 
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