Spin Dance Fitness Studio

Based on Oxford Street in Telford, this performing arts school welcomes students of all ages, from toddlers of around two and a half right through to adults into their seventies. With over 35 years behind it, the academy offers a broad mix of dance styles, from ballet to street dance, in a friendly and family-oriented setting. Classes run on a pay-as-you-go basis with no membership fees, and value-for-money payment schemes are available for those who want to save.

A dance school like this is a good place to build confidence, coordination and technique, whether you are starting out or returning after a break. ISTD-approved exams and dance competitions give students the chance to work towards recognised goals.

All ages welcome

Wide range of styles

Pay as you go

ISTD exams

Dance competitions

Long established

Telford Academy of Performing Arts is a family-friendly dance school in Telford offering pay-as-you-go classes for ages 2.5 to 70.

Telford Academy of Performing Arts

The Heights Ballet and Theatre School

Based at Milnsbridge Village Hall in Huddersfield, Tristan Dance Studios welcomes dancers of all ages and backgrounds. The studio runs a range of partner and solo dance classes, including salsa, ballroom, jive and tango, so you can join with a partner or on your own.

A dance studio like this is a good way to keep active, pick up a new hobby and meet people, whether you are stepping onto the floor for the first time or already have some experience. Sessions are designed to be informative and challenging while staying enjoyable.

All levels welcome

Range of dance styles

No partner needed

Qualified instructors

Wedding dance lessons

Milnsbridge venue

Tristan Dance Studios in Huddersfield runs salsa, ballroom, jive and tango classes for all ages, with or without a partner.

Tristan Dance Studios ltd

Want2Dance with Victoria

Based in Sherwood, Nottingham, Rhythm Nation Studios offers performing arts tuition for children and adults. Classes are grouped by age, from Minis (3 to 5 years) and Junior/Inters through to Seniors and adult sessions, with a focus on building confidence and ability. Class sizes are kept to a maximum of 16 to give a nurturing environment for younger dancers.

A dance studio like this can be a good starting point whether you want a new hobby, structured training or a route towards exams and performance. Students here have the option to take IDTA exams and take part in shows and events.

Small class sizes

Free taster class

IDTA exams

Shows and events

Sherwood location

Rhythm Nation Studios is a dance and performing arts studio in Sherwood, Nottingham, for children and adults.

Rhythm Nation Studios

Grace Dance

Set in Manchester, La Suerte Dance School offers Latin dance classes for beginners as well as more experienced dancers. The focus is on salsa, bachata and kizomba, with weekly classes, workshops and social events running throughout the week.

A dance school like this is a good way to pick up a new skill, get moving and meet people in a friendly setting. Beginners can generally expect to start with the basics and build up at their own pace, while regular socials and parties give dancers a chance to put what they have learned into practice.

Beginner friendly

Latin dance styles

Weekly classes

Saturday socials

Workshops and parties

La Suerte Dance School in Manchester runs salsa, bachata and kizomba classes for all levels, plus workshops and socials.

La Suerte Dance School

LETS DANCE with NICOLE

Based in Crosby, Liverpool, Love To Dance Studio offers dance classes for those looking to learn and progress. The main studio sits on Moor Lane, with a competition-focused academy in Kirkdale and a gym at the Crosby site.

With membership plans and coached classes on offer, the studio caters to dancers at different stages, from those starting out to those training to compete. Dance studios like this are a good way to build confidence, coordination and fitness while learning in a group setting.

Two studio locations

Competition training

On-site gym

Membership plans

Learn to dance

Love To Dance Studio is a dance studio in Crosby, Liverpool, offering classes, competition training and a gym.

Love To Dance Studio

Lucy Evans Academy Of Dance

Lucy Robins School of Dance

SASS Circus LTD

Based at The Old School in Newton Flotman near Norwich, Anglia Region Theatre School (ARTS) is a family-run dance and performing arts school for young people. Founded in 1986, it teaches dance alongside acting, singing and musical theatre, with a wide range of styles including ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, modern, lyrical, street and commercial.

A theatre school like this suits children who want to build confidence and make friends while learning to perform. Alongside regular classes there are opportunities to take part in shows, and one to one and pre-school sessions are also part of the mix.

Established 1986

Family run

Many dance styles

Performing arts too

First lesson free

Classes for all ages

Anglia Region Theatre School (ARTS), a family-run dance and performing arts school in Newton Flotman, Norwich.

Anglia Region Theatre School

Mind Body and Pole

Ceroc Bradford on Avon

Caroline Barlow School of Dance

Dance ARC

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Lordswood Dancentre

Based in Luton, Next Generation Youth Theatre (NGYT) is a youth performing arts organisation offering dance alongside drama and musical theatre. Sessions are grouped by age, spanning early years right through to young adults, so children and teenagers can take part in the discipline that suits them.

Alongside dance, NGYT runs drama, musical theatre and specialist expressive arts sessions, with company groups that stage performances and events through the year. A youth dance setting like this is a good place for young people to build confidence, learn technique and work towards showcases and productions with others of a similar age.

Dance for young people

Age grouped sessions

More than dance

SEN sessions

Early years classes

Performances and events

NGYT is a youth theatre in Luton offering dance, drama and musical theatre for ages 3 to 25.

NGYT

Rachel Harris School of Dance

Set in Luton, Rayners Deja vu Dance Studio is a dance studio built around a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Instructors aim to create a supportive space where you can learn at your own pace, meet new people and enjoy your time on the floor.

The studio is open to complete beginners and to those who already treat dance as a hobby. A good dance class generally helps you build confidence, coordination and rhythm while keeping things sociable and fun, so there is room for all levels to take part.

Friendly instructors

Based in Luton

Rayners Deja vu Dance Studio is a friendly dance studio in Luton, welcoming both beginners and returning dancers.

Rayners Deja vu Dance Studio

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