These are the best dance classes for kids in Hampshire
We all know that dance is a great form of exercise and helps to promote coordination and balance. Dance is also a great way for kids to make friends outside of their normal social groups.
There is a wide selection of dance forms that your child can take. These are:
Ballet: Ballet is a great way for kids to learn dance technique and coordination. At a basic level, ballet reminds children about their posture, and uses so many muscles from head to toe. It also gives children the confidence to dance proudly in front of other people.
Tap: Made famous by shows such as The River Dance and Newies, Tap dancing is a full body workout that not only helps a child develop leg muscles but also teaches the importance of rhythm while having loads of fun!
Modern: Modern is a mix between jazz and ballet. It’s a great way to learn how to turn, leap and perform to an audience. Modern is fast paced and is a great way for kids to learn how to communicate which each other while they dance.
Jazz: Jazz is a very upbeat form of dance. You can learn anything from how to leap in the air, to floor work to facials. It offers a wide range of skills that every dancer needs.
Commercial: You’ll see many Commercial dances in music videos. It’s a great workout and helps dancers of all ages learn coordination and popular dance routines.
Acro: Acro dance is a mix between jazz and gymnastics. You can learn anything from how to do a one handed cartwheel to a backbend or aerial.
Lyrical: Made famous by Dance Moms, Lyrical is a ballet technique that takes in forms of modern and jazz. It’s normal slow and beautiful and really shows off a dancers technique.
Contemporary: A bit like ballet, Contemporary is full of technique and floor work that can help a dancer perform at their very best.
Ballroom: We’ve all seen Strictly Come Dancing. Ballroom is a great dance that you can do solo or with a partner that involves strength, technique and finesse.
Latin: Fast paced and fun, Latin dancing is a great way to get the heart pumping and the brain moving.
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Dance classes in Hampshire
This is the biggest list of dance classes in Hampshire. We have split them into location so you can find them quickly and easily depending on where you live.
Dance classes in North Hampshire
We have included dance schools in Basingstoke, Winchester and Whitchurch.
Basingstoke Academy of Dance
Basingstoke Academy of Dance offers toddler and children classes in:
- RAD Vocational Ballet
- RAD Ballet Grades
- ISTD Modern Grades
- ISTD Vocational Modern
- ISTD Tap Grades
- ISTD Tap Vocational
- Pre-School Ballet, Tap & Modern
- Contemporary Dance
- Musical Theatre
- Commercial Jazz
- Adult Classes
- Private Tuition
- Dance Squads
You can contact Basingstoke Academy of Dance at [email protected] or on 07768124062.
They offer classes at The Studios, Units 3-4 Joule Road, Basingstoke, RG21 6XH.
Kahli Lewis Dance Company
Kahli Lewis Dance Company offers children from age 3 to 18 classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Pointe
- Commercial
- Acrobatic Arts
- Conditioning
- Classical Ballet Technique
- Voice/Singing
- Youth Theatre
You can contact Kahli Lewis Dance Company at [email protected] or on 07714 687128.
They offer dance classes at their own studio at The Factory, Crondall Lane, Dippenhall, GU10 5DW.
Karen Blackburn Dance Academy
Karen Blackburn Dance Academy offers toddler and children’s classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Pointe
- ATAP Ballet
- Acrobatic Arts
- Musical Theatre
- Competition Team
You can contact Karen Blackburn Dance Academy at [email protected] or on 01730 300439.
They offer dance classes at:
- Elizabeth Hall, Raven Road, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9HH
- Hook Community Centre, Ravenscroft, Hook, RG27 9NN
- Newnham Hall, Newnham Rd, Newnham RG27 9AE
Lisa Jane School of Dance
Lisa Jane School of Dance offers children’s classes in:
- Street Jazz
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Modern & Tap
- Commercial Dance
- Contemporary Dance
- Performance and show opportunities
You can contact Lisa Jane School of Dance at [email protected] or on 01256 816821.
Lisa Jane School of Dance offers classes at:
- Old Basing Village Hall, The St, Old Basing, Basingstoke RG24 7DA
- Lychpit Hall, Great Binfields Rd, Lychpit, Basingstoke RG24 8TF
- Four Lanes School, Hanmore Rd, Chineham RG24 8PQ
Meraki Dance Studios
Meraki Dance Studios offer dance classes for age 3 to 18. They teach classes in:
- Ballet
- Tap
- Modern
- Acro
- Contemporary
- Commercial
- Musical Theatre
- Stretch
- PBT
- Conditioning
- Jazz
- Pointe Work
You can contact Meraki Dance Studios at [email protected] or on 07734 329778.
They offer dance classes at Westside Centre, Paddock Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG22 6QB.
Dance classes in South Hampshire
We have included dance schools in Eastleigh, Southampton, Chandlers Ford and Romsey.
Aucott School of Dance
Aucott School of Dance offers children and adult classes in:
- Ballet
- Modern
- Tap
- Jazz
- Contemporary
- Street Dance
- Musical Theatre
- Zumbini for 0-4 year olds
You can contact Aucott School of Dance at [email protected] or on 07739 312356.
They offer dance classes at:
- Centenary Hall, Eastleigh, SO50 5JH
- Cranbury Centre, Eastleigh, SO50 5HT
- Barton Peveril College, Chestnut Ave, SO50 5ZA
- Colden Common Community Centre, SO21 1UU
- Badger Farm Community Centre, Winchester, SO22 4QB
DM Studios
DM Studios offers dance classes for children aged 3 years to adults. They offer classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acro
- Musical Theatre
- Zumba
- Commercial
- Ballroom/Latin
You can contact DM Studios at [email protected] or on 02380 635801.
DM Studios has classes at 24 Millbank St, Southampton SO14 5QN.
Emjay Dance Academy
Emjay Dance Academy offers dance classes for age 3 upwards. They offer dance class in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acrobatic Arts
- Musical Theatre
- PBT
- Commercial
- Competition team
You can contact Emjay Dance Academy at [email protected] or on 07974 968340.
They offer dance classes at Tauntons College, Hill Lane, Southampton, SO15 5RL.
Roynon Dance
Roynon Dance offers dance classes from 2 years old right up to adults. They offer classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acrobatic Arts
- Musical Theatre
- PBT
- Competition team
You can contact Roynon Dance at [email protected] or on 07827 838321.
Roynon Dance has classes at 18 Obelisk Rd, Woolston, Southampton SO19 9BN.
SJ Academy of Dance
SJ Academy of Dance offers classes for children aged 3 – 18 years in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acrobatic Arts
- Musical Theatre
- Competition Team
You can contact SJ Academy of Dance at [email protected] or on 02380 255 415.
SJ Academy of Dance dance at:
- Chilworth Hall, Chilworth Rd, Chilworth, Southampton SO16 7LD
- The Dart Centre, The Wildern School, Wildern Ln, Hedge End SO30 4EJ
- St Boniface Church, Hursley Rd, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh SO53 2FT
Dance classes in East Hampshire
We have included dance schools in Fareham, Cosham, Gosport and Portsmouth.
Bessie Cursons Academy
Bessie Cursons Academy offers classes from 3 years old right to 18 years. They offer dance classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Street
- Limbering
- Conditioning
- Musical Theatre
You can contact Bessie Cursons Academy at [email protected] or on 0795 668 3109.
Bessie Cursons Academy dance at Mayfield School, Portsmouth.
Kelly Sheen School of Dance
Kelly Sheen School of Dance offers classes from 3 years up to 18 years. They offer classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acrobatic Arts
- Conditioning
- Musical Theatre
- Competition Team
You can contact Kelly Sheen School of Dance at [email protected] or on 07919 915 531.
Kelly Sheen School of Dance have classes at Drayton United Church, Station Road, Drayton.
Timestep Academy of Dance
Timestep Academy of Dance offer dance classes for children starting at age 3. They offer classes in:
- RAD Ballet
- ISTD Tap
- ISTD Modern
- Jazz
- Pointe
- Acrobatic Arts
- Conditioning
- Musical Theatre
- Competition Team
You can contact Timestep Academy of Dance at [email protected] or on 07523851208.
Timestep Academy of Dance dance at:
- Portchester Community Centre, Westlands Grove, Portchester, Fareham PO16 9AD
- Wymering Methodist Church, Sixth Ave, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3PD
Laura x
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