Two-Step Lessons Near Me in Austin: Find a Class
The good news: you can probably get to a two-step lesson within 20 minutes of wherever you live in Austin. The better news: most of them are cheap or free. Here's where every Austin two-step lesson meets, organized by neighborhood, so you can pick the closest one and stop driving across town.
Two-step lessons in South Austin
Sagebrush (5500 S Congress Ave) - South Austin
Tuesday 6pm Beginner, 7pm Intermediate. Sunday 5pm Advanced, 6pm Intermediate. $10 cash. The biggest weekly two-step lesson schedule in Austin lives at Sagebrush. Easy parking, multiple stages, live music every night the lesson runs. Quick to reach from South Austin, Travis Heights, Bouldin, St. Edward's, Onion Creek, and Far South Austin.
Two-step lessons in West Austin
Donn's Depot (1600 W 5th St) - West Austin
Wednesday 7:30pm FREE Beginner. Followed by Frank Cavitt & The Honky-Tonk Doctors. Right off Lamar, easy from Clarksville, Tarrytown, Old West Austin, downtown, and the West Loop. Tip the instructors and grab a drink.
Two-step lessons in East Austin
No regular weekly two-step lesson in East Austin proper. Closest options: Donn's Depot (15-20 min west) or Sagebrush (15-20 min south). The White Horse on Comal Street is the East Austin honky-tonk for dancing AFTER you've learned. Every night.
Two-step lessons in North Austin
No regular weekly North Austin two-step lesson. Closest options: Little Longhorn Saloon on Burnet Rd has live music six nights a week and is a great practice venue. For lessons specifically, head to Donn's Depot (10-15 min south) or Sagebrush (20-25 min south).
Two-step lessons in Central Austin
Donn's Depot and Sagebrush are both reachable in 10-15 minutes from downtown, UT campus, the Capitol, Hyde Park, North Loop, and Mueller. Either is a good central option.
Two-step lessons in the Hill Country
Pure Hill Country dancers head to Luckenbach for Sunday afternoon dancing or Coupland Dance Hall for Friday and Saturday nights. Neither runs regular two-step lessons, but both are essential venues to dance at after you've learned. For lessons, the closest options are still in Austin proper at Sagebrush and Donn's Depot.
Online two-step lessons (anywhere)
If you're outside Austin, on a schedule that doesn't work for in-person, or want to brush up before a trip, the Honky-Tonk Dance School online course teaches the full beginner and intermediate curriculum on video. Use code SOCIAL for 20% off.
Private lessons (instructor comes to you)
Private lessons are the answer when location or scheduling rules out drop-in classes. Double or Nothing Two-Step teaches privates throughout Austin and the surrounding Hill Country. Wedding first dances, bachelorette parties, corporate events, family reunions, birthdays, and individual or couples lessons. Book a private lesson.
Frequently asked questions
What's the closest two-step lesson to downtown Austin?
Donn's Depot at 1600 W 5th St is closest - about 10 minutes from downtown. Wednesday at 7:30pm, free.
Are there any two-step lessons in North Austin or Round Rock?
No regular weekly classes north of UT. The closest is Donn's Depot in West Austin or Sagebrush in South Austin. For private lessons, instructors will travel within the Austin metro area.
What's the closest two-step lesson to South Austin?
Sagebrush at 5500 S Congress Ave. Tuesday 6pm Beginner and 7pm Intermediate, Sunday 5pm Advanced and 6pm Intermediate. $10 cash.
Is there a two-step lesson in East Austin?
Not currently. The closest options are Donn's Depot in West Austin (free Wednesday lesson) and Sagebrush in South Austin (Tuesday and Sunday). The White Horse in East Austin is great for practice but does not run a Double or Nothing lesson.
Can I take a private two-step lesson at my home or hotel?
Yes. Double or Nothing teaches private lessons at homes, hotels, Airbnbs, event venues, and corporate offices throughout Austin. Book directly through their site.