Based in Poulton-le-Fylde, Blackpool and Fylde Dance Academy (BAFDA) is a local dance school teaching across the Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde coast. It offers lessons in theatre dance for children from 18 months upwards, with classes grouped by age including pre-school, reception, Year 1 and acrobatic dance.

The academy focuses on building confidence and a sense of achievement alongside dance technique, and aims to create a supportive community among dancers and their families. A dance school like this is a good fit for young children starting out, with performance opportunities as they progress.

Classes from 18 months

Age grouped classes

Theatre dance

Acrobatic dance

Free trial class

Performance opportunities

Blackpool and Fylde Dance Academy (BAFDA) in Poulton-le-Fylde teaches theatre dance for children aged 18 months and up.

Blackpool And Fylde Dance Academy- B.A.F.D.A.

Class One Dance & Performing Arts Academy

Set in Moortown, North Leeds, Danceworks is a dance school that welcomes children of all ages into a fun environment where they can build their technique. Established by Laura Jakes in 1995, it has been sharing a passion for dance for over 30 years and offers classes in ballet, theatre, tap and contemporary for both boys and girls.

Alongside in-house sessions, the school delivers dance to the wider community, supporting local primary schools and charities including Leeds Rhinos Foundation and Sunshine and Smiles. A dance school like this is a good place for young people to learn technique, grow in confidence and take part in shows and performances.

For all ages

Range of styles

Established in 1995

Qualified teachers

Runs six days a week

Community work

Danceworks is a children's dance school in Moortown, Leeds, offering ballet, tap, theatre and contemporary classes.

Danceworks

Dansa - The Studio Belfast Limited

Get Fit and Fly - Pole Fit Perth

Hoylake School Of Dance

KliKs Dance Academy

Mareli School of Dance and Musical Theatre

Stagecoach Performing Arts Weston-super-Mare

SwingFit Dance

Set in Stoke-on-Trent, Urban Vibez Dance Studio is a dance and performing arts school welcoming students of all ages and abilities. The studio covers a wide spread of styles, from street dance through to ballet, and also serves as a performance and event venue. It was founded in 2012 and runs sessions across Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Alongside regular classes, members can take part in annual shows, exams and competitions held around the UK, as well as industry workshops. A dance school like this is a good place to build technique, confidence and a sense of community, whether you are just starting out or working towards performances.

Urban Vibez Dance Studio is a dance and performing arts school in Stoke-on-Trent offering classes for all ages and abilities.

Urban Vibez Dance Studio

Pink Kitten Dance School Ltd

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Based at the Hope Centre in Portsmouth, Aerial Dance Academy is a dance school specialising in aerial disciplines. It has been running since 2019, with classes arranged into junior, teen and adult groups so learners can train alongside others at a similar stage.

Aerial dance combines movement and strength work performed on suspended equipment, and sessions like these are a good way to build confidence, coordination and fitness while learning something new. Separate youth and adult bookings make it straightforward to find a class that fits your age and ability.

Classes for all ages

Aerial focus

Running since 2019

Portsmouth venue

Aerial Dance Academy is a Portsmouth dance school offering aerial classes for juniors, teens and adults since 2019.

Aerial Dance Academy

All Star Dance and Entertainment Studios

Ceroc Lincoln

LJ Dance - Dance & Gymnastics Club

Louise Middleton School of Dance

Northern Dance Academy

Based in Peterborough, Project Her is a dance studio built around movement, music and feminine expression. It runs beginner friendly Heels and Commercial classes alongside workshops, courses and day events for those wanting to explore dance in a supportive setting.

Dance classes like these are a good way to build confidence, learn choreography and stay active, whether you are completely new to it or looking to develop your skills. Sessions are structured so newcomers can join in and progress at their own pace.

Beginner friendly

Heels and Commercial

Workshops and events

Project Her is a dance studio in Peterborough offering beginner friendly Heels and Commercial classes, workshops and events.

Project Her

Queens in Kicks – Women’s Dance & Confidence Classes Stockport /Manchester

Ruth Stein School of Dance

Based at Derby University, Studio 86 Dance School is a dance school in Derby offering a wide spread of styles for those keen to get moving. Classes cover ballet, tap, modern, jazz, lyrical, street dance, commercial and cheerleading, along with acro and gymnastics.

A dance school like this is a good place to build technique, confidence and coordination, whether you are trying a style for the first time or developing skills you already have. With several disciplines under one roof, there is scope to focus on one area or explore a few.

Wide range of styles

Acro and gymnastics

University setting

Studio 86 Dance School in Derby offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, street dance, acro, gymnastics and more.

Dance clubs