Karabelle School of Dance

Based in Shiney Row, Houghton le Spring, the Karen Shiel School of Dance has been teaching since 1998 and welcomes dancers from age three upwards. Classes cover a wide range of styles, including ballet, tap, modern, lyrical, acro and contemporary, with sessions grouped by age at the school's large studio.

A dance school like this is a good place for children to build confidence, make friends and develop their technique in a supportive setting. Alongside the graded classes, there are options such as vocational, musical theatre, show and competition classes, plus private lessons for those who want to go further.

Established 1998

From age 3

Free trial class

Range of styles

Large studio

Extra classes

Karen Shiel School of Dance in Houghton le Spring offers dance classes for ages 3 upwards, from ballet to tap and acro.

Karen Shiel School of Dance

Lindy Jazz

Lumina dance company

Performing Arts Collective Limited is a dance and performing arts school serving young people across Milton Keynes and the wider Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire area. Classes cover a broad range of styles including ballet, tap, modern, contemporary, musical theatre, acro and stretch, and street dance and hip hop, with children and teens from ages 3 to 18 catered for. The school incorporates the Anne Gale School of Dance, NG Dance Collective and A-Stars Dance and Acrobatic Academy.

Dance schools like this one give children a chance to build coordination, confidence and creativity through structured classes. Alongside regular lessons, students may take part in workshops, dance parties and productions, with recognised syllabuses such as ISTD offering a route to qualifications.

Classes for ages 3 to 18

Free first trial

Wide range of styles

Recognised syllabuses

Workshops and shows

Multiple venues

Performing Arts Collective Limited is a dance and performing arts school for ages 3 to 18 in Milton Keynes.

Performing Arts Collective Limited

Pirrie Performing Arts

Powerhouse Dance Team

Based in Milton Keynes, Rebecca Marie Academy of Dance is a dance school that welcomes people of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to those with previous experience. Alongside regular classes, the academy takes part in graded exams, competitions and annual shows.

A wide range of styles is on offer, including ballet, tap, modern, street dance, jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, acro dance, pointe work and stretch classes, as well as private one-on-one lessons. Dance schools like this are a good way to build technique, confidence and coordination while being part of a friendly group.

All ages and levels

Graded exams

Competitions and shows

Private lessons

Pointe and stretch work

Rebecca Marie Academy of Dance is a dance school in Milton Keynes offering ballet, tap, modern, street and more for all ages.

Rebecca Marie Academy of Dance

Rhythm and Sole Dance

Rothwell Arts Dance Academy

Step Together School Of Dance

The Bakehouse Studios

The Stage Factory

Trull School Of Dancing

Tutu School Salisbury

XI Dance Studio

A dance studio in Leigh-on-Sea, Strictly Smartz offers lessons across a range of styles including ballroom, tango and salsa. Classes cater to both adults and children, with sessions suited to complete beginners as well as more experienced dancers. Styles taught span from ballet through to hip-hop, all led by the studio's team of instructors.

The venue also doubles as a spacious hall available for hire, hosting parties, celebrations and rehearsals. Dance schools like this are a good way to learn a new style, keep active and build confidence on the floor, whether you are starting out or looking to develop existing skills.

Range of dance styles

Adults and children

Beginner friendly

Instructor led

Venue hire

Strictly Smartz is a dance studio in Leigh-on-Sea offering ballroom, salsa and other classes for adults and children, plus venue hire.

Strictly Smartz

Turners Dance Studios

Bojangles Dance School

Jack's Theatre School

Keri Hill Dance

Northamptonshire School of Dance

Based in Southend-on-Sea, Tina Phelps Stage School offers dance and performance classes for a wide range of ages. Tuition covers Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre and Gymnastics, with classes available for children from the age of two and upwards.

Students can work towards ISTD examinations in Ballet, Modern and Tap, and the school is staffed by a mix of experienced teachers and performers. A stage school like this is a good fit for anyone wanting to build technique and confidence across several styles, whether just starting out or preparing for exams and performances.

All ages from 2+

ISTD examinations

Experienced teachers

Tina Phelps Stage School in Southend-on-Sea offers Ballet, Tap, Modern and more for all ages, with ISTD exams.

Tina Phelps Stage School

Wessex School of Dancing

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