David Lloyd, Hampton
So much more than a gym.
Our 6 week "introductory course" is the perfect way to start dancing. Ideal for complete beginners, this course will have you dancing a different style of dance each week. From the classic Waltz and gracious Foxtrot, to the sexy Salsa and sultry Tango. The introductory course teaches pupils at a steady pace so that no-one will get left behind. Remember, even though you're learning a "partner" dance, you'll still need to learn how to dance yourself, therefore a partner is not required for any of our classes or courses but definitely bring friends - the more the merrier!
| Schedule | First Course | Second Course |
| Week One | Salsa | Argentine Tango |
| Week Two | Foxtrot | Quickstep |
| Week Three | Rumba | Cha Cha Cha |
| Week Four | Waltz | Merengue |
| Week Five | Jive | American Rumba |
| Week Six | Tango | Samba |
Our children's classes are run in association with one of the World's leading professional dance teaching organisations with classes in Ballroom, Latin and Freestyle for Rosettes (aged 4-8) and our Bronze class (aged 9-16). Children will learn to dance various Ballroom and Latin dances from professional teachers who will guide children through the grading system of Bronze, Silver and Gold medals in order to achieve their full potential.
Dances include the Waltz, Tango, Jive and Cha Cha Cha. This class will also include various disco and freestyle choreography which allows children to dance various routines to today's music.
Waltz: A ballroom dance made fashionable in Vienna in the 1780s. The Waltz is a flowing dance where the partners dance in a closed hold. The music has 3 beats to a bar.
Foxtrot: A smooth and elegant Ballroom dance, where the dancers travel effortlessly around the floor.
Ballroom Tango: Although its roots are from the original Argentine Tango, the Ballroom Tango has swayed away from its origins. It's characterised by sharp and staccato actions.
Quickstep: Like the Foxtrot, the Quickstep is very elegant and should be smooth and glamorous. The dancers appear to be very light on their feet as they travel briskly around the floor.
Viennese Waltz: The Viennese Waltz is a rotary dance where the dancers are constantly turning either in a clockwise (natural) or anti-clockwise (reverse) direction.
Argentine Tango: The dance originated in the slums and brothels of Buenos Aires, and is famous for its romantic and passionate qualify.
Cha cha cha: A cheeky, fun and flirtatious Latin American dance, which originates from Cuba. A Cha cha cha can be danced to authentic Latin American rhythms as well as contemporary pop and rock.
Samba: With its Brazilian origins, the Samba is a fun and lively carnival dance.
Rumba: A romantic and slow Latin American dance, which is famous for being the dance of love.
Paso Doble: A strong and dominant Spanish dance based on the Bull Fight, where the man plays the role of the Metador and the woman his cape.
Jive: A fun, fast and lively dance which originates from the Jitterbug and was brought over to England by the GIs in the 1940s.
Salsa: A fun and easy Latin American dance which originates from Cuba. The Salsa has evolved from its origins into a number of different styles due to its popularity all over the world.
Monday to Friday:
6:30am - 11:00pm
Off peak times: Until 4:00pm
Saturday to Sunday:
7:00am - 10:00pm
Off peak times: After 2:00pm