Discovery & Approval
Begin by connecting with our CDO Tony Padulo to explore available markets, talk qualifications and answer your questions.
From your first day as an Arthur Murray franchisee, you’ll have the full backing of the leader in global dance that’s been supporting studio owners for more than a century. Our training, marketing and operational systems are designed to help you build a successful, growing business – and we’ll be your dance partner throughout.
Take the First Step
A Global Leader
Arthur Murray provides a comprehensive support system that guides franchisees from onboarding through day-to-day studio operations.
We have a simple goal: to help our franchisees build a profitable business that transforms lives through dance.
You’ll receive support in:
With you along the way
Begin by connecting with our CDO Tony Padulo to explore available markets, talk qualifications and answer your questions.
If approved to become a franchisee, we provide tailored, hands-on training and assist with operational and marketing support and provide Arthur Murray dance teaching systems.
You’ll receive guidance on site selection, studio layout and opening procedures to ensure your studio is optimized for success from day one.
We’ll help provide a playbook to build buzz pre-opening.
Once your studio doors open, our corporate team will continue to supply coaching, mentorship and insights to help your studio become the market dance leader.
Arthur Murray’s success over the decades is because of the people. We’ll help you find, train and retain the right team – attracting passionate dance instructors who embody the Arthur Murray teaching standard.
Our hiring and retaining support include:

Clients
Arthur Murray provides franchisees with the tools and systems to attract and retain dance students. Our marketing and student recruitment programming blends national brand awareness with proven grassroots strategies that turns interest to enrollment and first-time studio visits into Arthur Murray lifers.
Branded marketing materials and digital templates
National advertising and marketing support
Local lead-generation guidance and event planning
Event programming to drive studio engagement and word-of-mouth