Toddler and Children's Ballet Classes near me

Tappy Toes is a dance and movement class for boys and girls aged 6 months to 5 years.

Our syllabus is designed specifically for this age group, following EYFS Guidelines, to encourage creativity, improve coordination, increase confidence and develop rhythm and musicality. We use a fun mix of pop songs, Disney tunes, nursery rhymes and music from their favourite TV shows. Dancing with props like pompoms, dance ribbons, bells and hoops. We sing songs with actions, and tell stories through dance and movement.

Classes are as follows:

Teeny Toes - for babies from 6 months and up. Using lots of different props, songs with actions and movement for baby and parent to do together.

Toddle Toes - Walking to 2.5 years. Moving up from our baby class, Toddle Toes introduces your little one to more dance specific movements and stretches in a fun and imaginative way.

Tots Toes - 2.5-4 years. For our older dancers we focus on all the basic dance movements. Skipping, twirling, galloping, pointing toes, jumping and lots more

Tip Toes - 3-5 years. This is our ballet specific class, teaching all the basic ballet movements including plies, spring pointes and twirls with the use of imagery to really get your little ones engaged.

Toddler dance classes in Billericay ~ Airdrie ~ Coatbridge ~ East Kilbride ~ Uddingston ~ Norwich ~ Plymouth ~ South West London ~ South East London ~ North West London ~ Marston Moretaine ~ Cranfield ~ Stewartby ~ Lidlington ~ Hornchurch ~ Upminster ~ Brentwood ~ Springfield ~ Great Baddow ~ Chelmer Village ~ Broomfield ~ Weeley ~ Colchester ~ Milton of Campsie ~ Glasgow ~ Milngavie ~ Bishopbriggs ~ Epping ~ Harlow ~ Farnborough ~ Elvetham Heath ~ Fleet ~ East Dulwich ~ Mount Florida ~ Hyndland ~ Giffnock ~ Hemel Hempstead ~ Chipperfield ~ Hertford ~ Ware ~ Hoddesdon ~ Stevenage ~ Hitchin ~ Stanstead Abbotts ~ Horsham ~ Southwater ~ Pease Pottage ~ Lichfield ~ Tamworth ~ Fradley ~ Four Oaks ~ Whittington ~ Snodland ~ Maidstone ~ Allington ~ Maidstone ~ Newcastle Upon Tyne ~ Nottingham ~ Rickmansworth ~ Chalfont St. Peter ~ Pinner ~ Ruislip ~ Warsash ~ Southampton ~ Titchfield ~ Fareham ~ Bushey ~ Bishop's Stortford ~ Watford ~ Colehill ~ Wimborne ~ Ferndown ~ Wimborne ~ Hatfield Peveral ~ Formby ~ Aughton ~ Maghull ~ Stretford ~ Trafford Park ~ Bowdon ~ Altricham ~ Sale ~ Urmston ~ Sprowston ~ Norwich ~ St Albans and Harpenden

New classes are opening all the time, so please let us know if you would like a class in your area.

We also organise parties tailored to suit your child, party guests and venue. Our Tappy Toes party organisers will get the party moving with a whole range of fabulous props that will help make it a party your little one will remember! Perhaps your child has a birthday coming up? Or you’d like some entertainment at Halloween, Easter, Christmas or for a Wedding? We can ensure your mini party guests are taken care of!

If you know of anyone who may be interested in running their own Tappy Toes classes please speak to our Franchise team on 01279 718216

With over 100 years of experience, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a world leader in dance education and training.

The global headquarters in Battersea, London, are also home to the RAD Dance School, which offers a variety of extra-curricular dance classes for young people and adults.

Whether for fun and fitness or to develop technique and skills, we provide a full timetable of classes offering something for everyone.

RISE Studios offers fantastic children's classes in ballet, tap, modern, street, hip-hop, contemporary, LAMDA and Musical Theatre in Watford, Rickmansworth and Chorleywood, Hertfordshire. We are passionate about our students mental health, and strive to make sure everyone leaves our classes feeling great!

We offer classes for all ages and abilities starting with our Tappy Toes classes from 6 months, up to adult dance classes. Our studios are well equipped with barres and mirrors. Students get the opportunity to take exams twice a year, and perform in our Summer Show at the Watford Palace Theatre.

We regularly have casting directors approach us for TV adverts, West End shows and more. Current students have featured on adverts for the Olympics, Moshi Monsters, music videos for The Wanted and have appeared in smash hit Oliver in the West End, as well as local pantomimes and more!

We offer two Summer Schools per year and a number of half term workshops and camps. Please see our website for up to date details.

Children's dance classes take place at Rickmansworth School, Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, WD3 3AQ, St Peter's Church, Berry Lane, Rickmansworth, WD3 7HQ and at West Herts Sports Centre, Park Avenue, Watford. WD18 7HP.

Call 01279 718216 for more information, or visit www.rise-studios.com to see photos, videos and more.

Here is what some of our dancers from previous years have said….

‘This has been the best week of my life, please do another workshop at Easter!!!’

‘The teachers have been amazing this week, I actually cannot pick a favourite one. I have loved them all!’

‘I have learnt so much this week, so many different styles of dance. I just wish the week was longer!!’

Classes for children 4-18 year olds in Modern Theatre, Tap, Classical Ballet and Street Dance in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.

Marsh Tompsett School of Dance is an environment where children of all ages and abilities can access high quality training. With an emphasis on originality and creativity, students are encouraged to reach their potential in a fun and friendly atmosphere where dance is taught with energy, enthusiasm and pace. Dance is a fabulous way for young people to stay fit, focus the mind, build confidence and make new friends. Pay us a visit and see for yourself!

Established since 1939 The Weston School prides itself on offering first class training in a happy, safe and professional environment.

Students are accepted from age 3 years to adult and classes are offered in Cecchetti Classical Ballet, ISTD Modern Theatre Dance & Tap, Commercial Dance/Jazz and Musical Theatre.

The first term of any subject is charged at half-price, with a free taster class to get started.

The School is an ISTD Approved Dance Centre and also offers training for vocational and teaching qualifications.

Dance and Drama classes for children in Central Chelmsford, Springfield, Chelmer Village and Great Dunmow

We offer fun activities to keep children active all year round! With our term time football and dance academies, as well as multisport, dance and football holiday camps; we have something for everyone!

Non Stop Camps run in the school holidays for all children aged 5-12 years old. Our Multi Sports, Football and Dance camps keep your children active, safe and having lots of fun. We have been operating for over 18 years and are run by staff who are dedicated to working with children both in schools and at our academies and all hold an enhanced DBS. Our OFSTED registration gives you all the reassurances that you need and is a great way to use your Tax Free childcare and child care vouchers (CCVs).

Our Football academy provides classes at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels for all children aged 3-15 years old at our Finchley and Mill Hill locations. Our structured, child centred football curriculum classes are led by experienced and FA qualified coaches and each term culminates with math days and trophy days.

Our Non Stop Dance Academies provide Classical Ballet, Modern Jazz, Street Dance, Contemporary and Acro-Gymnastics for all students aged 3-18 years in Finchley and Mill Hill. Our teachers are professionally trained in the specific styles we offer, and all take part in continuing professional development throughout the year to maintain high quality teaching. We are also proud that we continue to have a 100% pass rate for all our dancers in their examinations and extremely excited for our end of year show.

With a FREE trial available for any of our academy classes, you can’t go wrong!

For any more information please contact us at info@nonstopation.co.uk or visit us at www.nonstopaction.co.uk

Dance classes, football coaching and school holiday camps covering Barnet, Enfield, Harrow, Islington, Finchley, Mill Hill, Haringey, Camden, Brent, St.Albans, Totteridge and Whetstone, Hampstead Garden Suburb, Southgate & Arnos Grove

Fun, Friendly & Welcoming Children's Dance Lessons in East London

Adore Dance London "Inspires the Love of Dance" for adults & children in East London with fun & welcoming dance lessons for all abilities and ages, in all styles.

The school is led by principal, Connor Taylor, a world professional Ballet dancer turned multi-qualified IDTA Teacher & BBC/Metro/Independent/Evening Standard featured dance expert.

Email: info@adoredance.london

Children's dance classes covering Hackney Wick, Stratford, Hackney, Bow, Tower Hamlets & Newham

We are celebrating our silver anniversary this year! 25 years of training children, teenagers (and some adults too! ) in a wide range of performing arts subjects.

Children's classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Drama, Singing, Salsa, Street, Gymnastics and Piano in Central London. All teachers are qualified and DBS checked. We offer exams and are affiliated to the ISTD, LAMDA, ABRSM and BAGA for the relevant exams. We also put on shows in a central London Theatre and have dancers who represent England at International competitions.

The school also has an agency for those seeking and suitable for professional work.

We take pupils from 3 yrs of age and cater for the once a week child to the more ambitious student who wishes to train to Advanced level. We are a friendly school with a cohesive teaching team and keep our prices low so we are affordable for everyone who loves the arts! A subject of 10 lessons of 45 minutes is £50 per term, plus there is a subject discount scheme on core subjects.

Make your summer memorable with Citymoves Dance Camps!

A great way to keep your child active right up to the end of the holidays! Citymoves summer dance camps will consist of five days of dance and a showing at the end of the week. Camps will be led by a variety of professional tutors and will feature a broad range of dance classes. Early drop off and multi-child family discounts are available.

Timetable:
Inclusive workshop week (age 16+) July 15th-19th, £120
Children's camp (age 5-7) August 12th-16th, £90
Kids’ Camp (age 8-11) August 12th-16th, £125

Visit Citymoves website for more information and booking:

Dancing in the street has been serving dancers in Lincolnshire for the past 10 years. We pride ourselves on being able to offer all your dancewear essentials from the age of 2 onwards.

Our complete range accommodates demands for Ballet, Tap, Modern and Jazz, with an increasing selection or apparel and accessories for Dance Fitness, Cheerleaders, Majorettes and budding Gymnasts.

Packed full of Class, Show, Competition, Dance Clothing & Dance Shoes by major dancewear brands Capezio, Bloch, Dans-ez, Sansha, Katz and the Parent Company’s own brand Starlite Dancewear.

Please call in or for our Mail Order service we are just a phone call away or the click of a button for our new website to order on-line.

Address: Sleaford Enterprise Park, Pride Parkway, Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 8GL

The London School of Arts & Language have the best, highly qualified and experienced teachers to inspire students to achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. Children thrive in a friendly environment within the following:

• Summer School
• Dance classes
• Baby ballet classes
• Drama classes
• Music & Singing classes
• Art classes
• One to One music classes
• Tuition for English, Mathematics and Science at all levels

Your child can discover a new discipline with a FREE TRIAL LESSON

Children's dance, drama, arts and music classes in Enfield

Butterfly Ballet offer weekly ballet classes to boys and girls aged from 2½ to 11 years.

Children’s ballet classes in Barnes, Putney, Clapham Junction and Wimbledon

Children’s Ballet Classes, Jazz Dance, Street Dance, Hip Hop, Tap Dancing, Modern Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre Classes in Swansea

Children’s Ballroom & Latin, Tap, Ballet, Modern, Contemporary and Lyrical Dance Classes in Rochester

Children's ballet, modern theatre, tap and drama classes in Stratford Upon Avon

JG Dance offers ballet, modern jazz, tap, national dance and acrobatics to girls and boys between the ages of two and a half and eighteen years.We also offer Drama, Singing, and Street Jazz in some venues.

Children’s dance classes in Caversham, Woodley, Marlow, Bourne End, Tilehurst, Twyford, Henley, Basingstoke

Started by Karen Lowe, the school provides a fun but structured introduction to the joys of ballet for children aged 18 months - ten years. Mums are encouraged to participate where necessary and stay and watch the younger children. Children's ballet classes in Kensington, Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Notting Hill and Fulham

There is a strong emphasis on theatrical performance from our teachers who have all performed at professional level with ballet companies. They have been chosen for their gentle and encouraging manner with the children. The classes are conducted to a mixture of classical and children's music to stimulate imagination and musicality. Exercises and storytelling help the children learn the appropriate steps in a creative atmosphere.

The School’s priority is for the children to look forward to their classes as an outlet to self-expression through movement and dance whilst providing a disciplined backdrop to participate in a group environment with other children.

Lawrence Dance Academy offer children's dance classes in Highland, Scottish National, Ballet, Tap, Disco/Freestyle, Cheer, Theory and Choreography and Mini Movers for 2-3 year olds.

Children’s dance classes in Aberdeen, Peterhead, Newburgh, Kintore and Mintlaw

Children's Ballet, Cheerleading, Street Dance, Acting & Musical Theatre and Tap classes in Bexley, Bexleyheath, Blackfen, Sidcup and Welling

The Bedford Academy of Dance study the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for ballet and ISTD Tap. We offer dance classes for children in Bedford from ages 2½ to 18.

Contact us today to book your child a free taster session.

Dance classes for children in Peterborough from 2 years to student level

• Ballet
• Tap
• Modern
• Freestyle/Street

The Valle Academy teaches performing arts in acting, singing and dance classes to girls and boys aged from 18 months to adult.

Ballet ~ Street ~ Modern ~ Junior Lyrical ~ Fairy Footsteps ~ Weenie Boopers ~ Funky Feet ~ Musical Theatre Workshops ~ Tap ~ Youth Theatre Company ~ Speech & Drama ~ Junior Stretch & Jazz ~ Cheerleading ~ Group Singing

Drama and dance classes in term time and school holidays for children in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

Palms School of Dance offers classes in ballet and modern dance for girls and boys from 2 years and tap from 8 years in Cadishead, Orford and Glazebury.

We aim to offer everyone the chance to dance in fun, friendly and relaxed classes run by a fully qualified and experienced dance teacher. All children are invited to take an annual exam and perform in our annual show in the summer and at Christmas. We are also pleased to take part in various community days and fetes in the local areas.

Bertram School of Dance offer children's ballet classes in Brighton and Kingston Nr. Lewes, for boys, girls from 3 years, teenagers and adults.

Classes cater for children of all abilities. We offer examinations and competitions (optional).

Angelsey School of Dancing has been established for over 35 years offering dance classes to children from the age of 2½ up to and including adults. Our experienced and fully qualified teachers tutor in Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Modern Theatre following the ISTD exams. We also offer classes in Latin American, Ballroom and Freestyle Disco.

Pupils regularly perform in displays and shows. All our classes are small with a maximum of 12 pupils so each child receives the best tuition allowing them to realise their full potential.

Dance classes for children are held in venues all over Anglesey and main land Bangor. We offer late afternoon, evening and weekend classes. Please contact us for full details.

Email: angleseydancing@pbrackembury.freeserve.co.uk

Dance classes for children and adults in Brighton in an encouraging fun and friendly atmosphere.

Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Contemporary Dance classes for beginner to higher levels and professional/vocational

Opportunities for children and adults to take exams in British Ballet Syllabus from Primary and Grade 1 through to Advanced.

Established for over 40 years the school trains students from 3 -18yrs to acquire Poise, Confidence and a love of Dance in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Classical Greek and National. All classes are taught by fully qualified teachers.

Royal Academy of Dance Examinations are taken in Ballet from Primary to Advanced Level and ISTD exams in all other Genre to the same standard. Many pupils have gone on to perform and to train as teachers.

Weekly Jazz and Drama classes are held and the school participates in Festivals and produces a Bi Annual show.

Children's dance and drama classes are held in South Harrow / Eastcote.

Web: www.lornaclarkschoolofdance.co.uk

Children's Dance, Ballet, Jazz and Tap classes in St Albans and Harpenden for boys and girls from 18 months upwards.

Dansworks Dance Academy is a Dance School with a friendly and caring environment where every individual matters!

Small classes are run by experienced teaching professionals including DansTots, Street Dance, Musical Theatre, Irish Dance, Ballroom & Latin, Junior Freestyle/Disco, Tap and Ballet Their aim is for all ages and abilities to reach their full potential. We offer exams in RAD Ballet and grades and medal tests with the IDTA. We also hold an annual show for all children aged 2+ and performances at many local events and venues throughout the year.

Children's dance classes in Rossendale, Lancashire

La Sylvaine and Wendy Bell Ballet Schools have been established since 1975 offering girls and boys an introduction in Ballet and Dance in Kensington, Chelsea and Fulham. The schools operate in various locations, and also run Dance Clubs in a number of private and state schools throughout Central London.

• Ballet classes are offered in either English or French for children aged from 3-18 years. From Age 6 the Ballet School follows the RAD Syllabus
• Hip Hop and Street Dance for boys and girls from age 8
• We prepare older children for Vocational Schools, such as Arts Educational and Royal Ballet School (entry at 11 & 18)

Our classes are taken by fully qualified and experienced teachers who are passionate about encouraging your child to have fun and reach their potential in a friendly and positive atmosphere. RAD exams can be taken but are not compulsory. The school performs regular shows or end of year presentations. Every five years, a professional production is staged in a London West End theatre. We have a strong ethos and welcome everyone no matter what ability or circumstance, please visit our website or contact us for full details.

Children's ballet classes in Kensington, Chelsea and Fulham

Children's dance classes in Bristol and Bath

We offer children’s ballet, modern and tap dance classes in Camerton, Chew Magna, Timsbury, Midsomer Norton, Saltford, Keynsham,

We offer children’s Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Street Jazz, Drama, Singing, Musical Theatre, Acro-Gymnastics classes in Stockton, Yarm, Ingleby Barwcik, Thornaby.

Ballet classes for children in Burwell, Ely, Cambridge, Downham, Stretham and Wicken

Principal: Senta Renton

Renton Dance Studio has been established for 25 years, offering children's dance classes in Farnborough aged from toddlers to adults in a dedicated, air conditioned studio.

Classes are offered in RAD Ballet as well as ISTD Tap, Modern, National, Greek and Jazz to major level, taught by fully qualified, specialist staff. Examination results are of an exceptionally high standard. Private coaching is offered for exams, auditions and competitions.

Come to Renton Dance Studio where with dedicated staff and small classes your child can realise their full potential. Contact us for your FREE TRIAL.

We consider that we are the only vocational school in the area. Many of our children are selected as Junior, Mid and Senior Associates of The Royal Ballet School. We currently have two students at White Lodge. Most of our seniors audition for dance colleges and have been accepted with full funding at Elmhurst, Birds, Laines, Performers, Central, Rambert etc.

In addition we offer opportunities for children to take part in Festivals, bi-annual school shows, auditions for pantomimes and English Youth Ballet and London Children’s Ballet productions where one of our pupils has the lead in 'The Secret Garden' and 'Jane Eyre'.

Significant numbers of our senior students have been accepted, with full funding, at a variety of dance colleges and many are now appearing in West End shows like 'Mamma Mia' 'Lion King' 'Fame' and 'West Side Story'.

We also offer adult classes in Tap and Modern.

Mobile: (07973) 520151
Email: rentondance @btinternet.com

We offer tuition in all theatre subjects, including Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Theatrecraft, Freestyle, Gymnastic dance, from beginners to advanced levels. Pupils are taught in the International Dance Teacher's Association Syllabus and take examinations on a regular basis. We also offer tuition in festival work and perform several shows and pantomimes throughout the year, both amateur and professional. Children can begin from aged 3 years and it's never too late to start!!!

Classes take place at the Windmill Community Centre and Winyates Green Meeting Rooms, Redditch.

Ealing Dance Studio offers a wide variety of dance classes in Ealing for children from 9 months upwards.

We offer Action Kids for 9 months – 3 years, R.A.D Ballet for children from 3 years of age, I.S.T.D Tap and Modern for 5yrs + and Street Dance for 6yrs+.

All our teachers are qualified and each child is encouraged to reach his/her full potential. Our aim is to provide children of all ages with a grounding in both poise and dancing pleasure. They then progress with the opportunity to express themselves in more advanced work and take examinations.

Adjacent to the Studio is the Ealing Dance Centre where you can buy a wide range of dancewear and accessories, as well as Fashion/Bridal Wear, Hosiery, Hair Bits, Haberdashery, Gifts and Toys.

Principal: Amanda Letarte FSDTA, MBATD

Garrowhill School of Dance has been established for over 30 years offering children's Ballet, Tap, Modern, Highland, Majorettes, Acrobatic and Cheerleading classes in Glasgow for children from the age of 3 years.

Classes take place Mon-Fri afternoons/evenings and all day Saturday.

Introduce your child to classical ballet. For children wishing to discover the enjoyment of dance for fun or leading to a stage or teaching career.

Children accepted from 3 years to study Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. Grades and Majors. Registered teachers of the Royal Academy of Dance. Also ISTD Modern Major syllabus.

Principal: Jacqueline Clark RAD, ISTD

The Central Scotland Ballet School has been established for over 15 years offering a variety of dance classes to children aged from 2 ½ to adults. We teach children's RAD Ballet, ISTD Tap, Modern and Jazz in Falkirk Braes, Grangemouth, Linlithgow, South Queensferry. Our aim is to make dance classes fun whilst encouraging pupils to reach their full potential.

As well as an Annual Show and prize giving we also run our own choreography competition once a year.

All our classes are kept to a reasonable size and are run everyday throughout the week at different venues in Central Scotland. Please contact us on the above number for your nearest centre.

Principal: Jill Bridger RAD Teach Dip., AISTD, MNATD

Classes in Hardwick, Cambourne, Caldecote and Cambridge.

Founded in 1988, the Jill Bridger School of Dance offers tuition in classical ballet, modern threatre dance, tap and natural movement for children from the age of two. Jill is registered with and accredited by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), the Imperial Society (ISTD) and the National Association of Teachers of Dance (NATD).

The school timetable includes ‘Melody Movement©’ classes for children aged 2 to 4. This syllabus is carefully structured to develop creativity, musicality and co-ordination with an emphasis on expression and enjoyment through music and movement.

The school encourages all children to achieve their personal best, with options to participate in examinations, competitive dance festivals and school shows.

Dance classes for toddlers and children in Cambourne, Cambridge, Trumpington, Hardwick and St Ives.

Email: jill@danceschool.biz

Principal: Pamela Wingfield RAD Teaching Cert - registered with The Royal Academy of Dance.

Principal: Eleonora Economides AISTD, RAD RTS, RAD Teaching Dip., Dip LCDD

Children's ballet and tap classes in South Harrow and Pinner. R.A.D. ballet syllabus from 2½ years. Established over 25 years.

See full details on our website at www.eleonoradancestudios.co.uk or contact us on the numbers above

Principal: Mrs Edwina Norris L.I.S.T.D. (Dip), M.I.D.T.A. (TH), R.A.D. Registered Teacher.

The school was established in 1961 and has five branches within the Birmingham and Warwickshire areas offering Ballet classes for children in Alcester, Bournville and Moseley from the age of 3-18 years. Children work in classes towards R.A.D. grades and vocational exams.

We have a team of four highly qualified teachers who can recognise if a child shows particular promise. These children can enter our very successful student group.

For further information please call the above number or log onto our website at www.ballet.uk.com

Children's ballet classes in Birmingham

Principal: Mrs Jane Whitehead - registered with The Royal Academy of Dance.

Children's ballet classes in Islington