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title: "Join the Celebration: Fred Astaire Dance Studios Opens Its Doors in Bellaire"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/e779344b-7b65-4672-a9ad-b54c5a39b146
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20250130_join_the_celebration_fred_astaire_dance_studios_opens_its_doors_in_bellaire.html
category: "Fitness"
industry: "Fitness"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2025-01-30T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T18:17:18.569Z
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# Join the Celebration: Fred Astaire Dance Studios Opens Its Doors in Bellaire

**TL;DR:** Fred Astaire Dance Studios is opening a new location in Bellaire on February 8, owned by experienced dance professionals Peter and Ellen Ekkart. The Ekkarts also own the Fred Astaire Clear Lake location and aim to create a welcoming dance community in Bellaire.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2025-01-30. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20250130_join_the_celebration_fred_astaire_dance_studios_opens_its_doors_in_bellaire.html).*

## Story

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the owners and instructors, experience the joy of dance firsthand, and take advantage of exclusive grand opening specials. People of all ages are welcome, and no prior dance experience is necessary.

Fred Astaire Bellaire is owned by Peter and Ellen Ekkart, experienced dance professionals with multiple national and international titles. With more than 35 years of experience running the number one dance business in Belgium, they expanded their legacy to the U.S. six years ago with the acquisition of Fred Astaire Clear Lake.

“Our goal is to create a space where people can find joy through dance, build confidence, and connect with others,” said Peter Ekkart, co-owner of Fred Astaire Bellaire. “We have seen dance change lives at our Clear Lake location, and we are looking forward to bringing that same experience to the Bellaire community.”

Fred Astaire Clear Lake has been credited with helping students improve their social lives, strengthen relationships, and boost self-esteem. The Bellaire location aims to do the same by fostering a vibrant dance community and providing opportunities to participate in local and national dance events.

Fred Astaire Bellaire is dedicated to making dance accessible to individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds, fostering a welcoming environment where everyone can experience the joy and numerous health benefits of dance.

## Entities

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- grand opening (topic)
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- studio opening (topic)
- dance instruction (topic)
- Fred Astaire Dance Studios (company)
- Peter Ekkart (person)
- Ellen Ekkart (person)
- Fred Astaire Bellaire (company)
- Fred Astaire Clear Lake (company)
- Bellaire (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20250130_join_the_celebration_fred_astaire_dance_studios_opens_its_doors_in_bellaire.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/e779344b-7b65-4672-a9ad-b54c5a39b146).