The 25 best dance schools in Bristol

Adult and children’s dance classes across Bristol include commercial, contemporary and ballet barre fitness. AE Dance + Fitness - Dance Classes welcomes beginners as well as experienced dancers, with progressive choreography and total beginner sessions for adults. The programme also includes baby and toddler sensory classes and post-natal fitness.

Individual classes, class passes and block bookings offer different ways to attend, while new joiners can try three classes for £15. Classes may be joined part way through a term when space remains, and performances provide opportunities to take part beyond weekly lessons. Total beginner sessions for adults offer a straightforward starting point for people returning to movement or trying dance for the first time.

Pole, aerial hoop and aerial silks classes at Pink Kitten Dance School Ltd welcome complete beginners through to advanced students in central Bristol. The school also runs burlesque, flexibility and aerial yoga sessions, alongside private lessons and parties.

Classes include warm-ups, conditioning, flexibility work and new skills, with hoop equipment set at different heights for varied abilities. Aerial silks measure between four and five metres in the central Bristol studio. Daytime, evening and weekend sessions are available, with more than 50 classes running each week.

Progressive bachata classes run at Bachatify for dancers who want structured learning from absolute beginner to advanced level. Four levels help students work at an appropriate stage, with teacher feedback, structured exercises and monthly practice sessions supporting progress beyond learning isolated moves.

The academy also runs workshops, parties and social opportunities, making it possible to practise after class and meet other dancers. Classes take place at Southbank Club in Bristol, while the wider programme includes salsa teaching and regular social events. Bachatify suits newcomers who want a clear starting point as well as experienced bachata dancers ready for a more challenging course.

Private dance lessons in central Bristol help beginners, couples and solo learners prepare for a wedding, build social confidence or learn dances for regular enjoyment. Easton Social Dancing teaches salsa, bachata and swing, adapting lessons to the learner’s ability and goals. No partner or previous experience is required.

Wedding couples can work towards a simple first dance or a choreographed routine, while small groups can book lessons together. Lessons take place in a private studio, giving learners flexible scheduling and privacy, with weekday mornings, afternoons and evenings available.

Weekly cross-body salsa classes run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays through Salsa Souls, with sessions for absolute beginners, improvers and intermediate dancers. Classes are pay-as-you-go, and dancers can attend alone because partners rotate during the lesson.

The school also offers private salsa and bachata lessons, wedding first-dance choreography, hen-party classes, workshops and Friday social parties. Beginners can start any week without booking, while the Tuesday class takes place at The Elmgrove Centre in Redland at 7.30pm. The school teaches adults of any age, from beginners to advanced dancers.

AE Dance + Fitness runs adult and children’s dance classes across Bristol, including ballet barre fitness, jazz and lyrical contemporary. Classes welcome beginners and experienced dancers, while the school also offers baby and toddler sensory classes, post-natal fitness and workshops.

Adult sessions combine movement, technique and enjoyment, with individual bookings, class passes and term block bookings available. New joiners can try three classes through a dedicated pass, while block bookings can help secure a place in a chosen class. The programme suits people who want to dance socially, build confidence or try different styles. The New Joiner Class Pass offers three classes for £15.

Pole fitness, aerial classes and burlesque make up the timetable at Spin City Bristol, alongside dance, HIIT and Pilates. Classes are split into levels so newcomers can progress at their own pace, with open practice also available.

Beginners start with spins and transition moves before moving towards intermediate work, while advanced sessions cover harder tricks and flow movements. The studio welcomes people regardless of dance experience, flexibility, athletic ability or fitness level. Pay per class suits people who need to attend when their schedule allows. Pole classes are available for adults of all ages, with no upper age limit. Classes progress through distinct levels from beginner to advanced.

Ballroom and Latin dance classes at Bristol Dance Experience welcome adults of all ages, from complete beginners to experienced dancers, with sessions taught in central Bristol. Classes cover waltz, tango and quickstep, with skills building week by week.

Lessons explain and demonstrate a short sequence, guide each partner through their steps, then bring the group together to practise to music. Students review previous work before adding new material, with no exams. Classes are pay as you go at £8.50 per person, and learners can switch between Monday, Wednesday and Thursday sessions using the same weekly lesson plan. Step-by-step partner teaching makes the class accessible to people starting from scratch.

Weekly bachata classes and social dancing give Bristol Bachata a clear route into Latin dance, whether someone is stepping onto the floor for the first time or refining established technique. Classes run on Mondays and Wednesdays at Totos By The River, with Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate and Advanced groups taught simultaneously. No partner is needed, and absolute beginners can attend their first class free.

A single class includes the social party afterwards, while full-night passes cover two classes and social practice. The programme also includes private one-to-one coaching, technical masterclasses, Friday and Saturday parties at Docklands, and special events such as hen parties and birthdays. Teaching covers Sensual, Moderna, Dominican and BachaZouk-influenced bachata. Split-level classes for all levels let dancers progress at an appropriate pace.

Adult and children’s dance classes run across Bristol through AE Dance + Fitness, with Ballet Barre Fitness, Commercial Latin and Jazz among the options. Classes are open to beginners as well as experienced dancers, and the programme also includes baby and toddler sensory sessions and post-natal fitness for new mums.

New joiners can try three classes for £15, while individual bookings, class passes and termly block bookings offer different ways to attend. Block bookings can be started part-way through a term where space remains, with payment covering the remaining sessions. Ballet Barre Fitness may require a yoga mat.

Children and young people can study ballet, tap and modern dance at Heidi-Marie Dance Academy in Keynsham, Bristol. Classes begin with Mini Movers for six to 18 months, continue through preschool groups and extend to students aged up to 18.

Lessons are planned around each student’s age and level, with syllabus examinations, performances and workshops available alongside opportunities such as trips to Disneyland Paris. Families can arrange a trial before committing to a term, subject to available spaces. Contemporary dance, hip hop and musical theatre are also part of the academy’s wider training offer. Quality training in Ballet, Tap, Modern sits at its core.

Commercial street dance, contemporary classes and competition teams are available at RedX Dance Studio for children, teens and dancers of all abilities. The family-run studio in Staple Hill supports learners from first steps through to performance and competition, with classes designed to develop movement, creativity and confidence.

RedX Dance also creates personalised dance parties for birthdays and special occasions, either at the studio or at the customer’s venue. A children’s party can include a dance lesson, arts and crafts or games, special guests and a mini-show performance, with up to 15 children included in the listed package. The studio’s contemporary classes include Luna, Glow and Eclipse, while its wider programme includes street dance and competition teams.

344 Dance School teaches ballet, modern and tap to children and adults, with further classes in jazz, commercial and other styles. Beginners can join classes across Bristol, alongside students pursuing more advanced or vocational training.

The main base at Dance Station in Fishponds has three equipped studios, a studio theatre and a dancewear shop. Lessons also run at rented premises across the Bristol area. Term-time classes are supplemented by workshops, summer schools and masterclasses, with performance and competition opportunities for different ages and abilities.

Adult and children’s dance classes run across Bristol through AE Dance + Fitness, with options including ballet, jazz and lyrical contemporary. Newcomers can join without previous experience, while baby and toddler sensory classes and post-natal fitness are also available.

Classes range from lively jazz routines to lyrical work combining contemporary, modern, ballet and jazz. Beginners can try three classes for £15, and block bookings cover a full term with payment for remaining sessions when joining part way through. No experience required makes the programme accessible to people returning to dance as well as first-timers. Individual, class-pass and block booking options are available.

Traditional Russian ballet training is available at Bristol Russian Ballet School for students from age four through to adulthood. Classes cover classical ballet, pointe work and character dance, with private lessons, masterclasses and intensive courses also offered.

Lessons are taught by former professional ballet dancers and follow the Russian Ballet Method. Students can take part in annual productions with professional dancers, scenery and costumes, while older aspiring dancers can apply for the Youth Ballet Company or Junior Company. The school offers performance, audition preparation and pre-vocational development, including training in a professional environment for young dancers seeking further progression.

RAD ballet, ISTD modern and tap, acro, contemporary dance and competition training are taught by Miss Daisy Dance Team. Classes cover children at different stages, with timetable options including pre-primary and primary ballet, primary tap and graded modern and ballet.

The school also creates performances and offers free trials for lessons, giving new dancers a way to try a class before booking. Its teaching approach supports both skill development and confidence, while the competition team provides a route for pupils who want additional performance opportunities. Lessons run through the September to July school year.

Dance classes for children aged three to 18 cover classical ballet, modern-jazz, tap and contemporary dance at Momentum Dance School. The timetable is designed for both new and experienced dancers, with small classes intended to allow more personal attention. Free trials are available across the classes, giving families a way to try a style before committing.

Momentum also creates performance opportunities through annual and end-of-year shows involving different ages, levels and styles. The school welcomes children with disabilities and presents dance as a route to physical development, coordination and confidence as well as performance. Fees vary by class length, from 30-minute sessions to one-hour classes, with multi-class discounts available. Classes for children aged 3 to 18 make the school relevant across early years, primary and teenage stages.

Fresh Dance & Arts Centre combines dance, fitness and yoga classes with a flexible studio for events and celebrations. Classes are available for adults and children at different levels, while the space can host children’s parties, hen parties and corporate workshops.

The main studio and therapy room can be hired separately, or the whole premises can be used for exclusive celebrations. Hire includes access to the lounge and garden, and the centre has two toilets, one adapted. The Greenbank venue also provides treatments and services in its Serenity therapy room, with packages for adult celebrations that can include massage, pampering, relaxation and music.

Bristol Ballet School provides dance training from age three, with a curriculum spanning ballet, contemporary and modern dance. It also teaches repertoire and choreography, with opportunities for examinations, performances and competition-team participation.

Its programme is built around artistic and professional dance training while supporting dancers as they develop technique, discipline and creative expression. The school offers Royal Academy of Dance ballet teaching and lists partnerships with the Royal Academy of Dance and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Families begin with an initial trial lesson before enrolling for the term.

Weekly urban dance training for children and young people forms the focus of Hype Dance Company, with classes running throughout the year apart from the six-week summer holiday. The programme is designed for ages five to young adult and uses dance and movement to support confidence, discipline, teamwork and creative expression.

Hype operates an open-door policy, so new dancers can join at any time rather than waiting for a new course. The company is based within Trinity Community Arts, where regular classes and wider community activities provide a setting for young people to develop skills and participate in performances or competitions.

D For DANCE, Dance Academy, Bristol teaches children’s dance from toddler age through older youth, with AcroDance, Modern Jazz and Lyrical or Contemporary classes. The academy also offers an adult mixed-style class.

Classes are designed for beginners and developing dancers, with children’s provision from age two and wider teaching extending to age 18. Ms Teresa supports students preparing for exams, competitions and performances. Adult classes welcome complete beginners and people returning after a break, while performances are optional. Trial classes are available from £5 per session, and private sessions, parties and school programmes are also offered.

Danceworks teaches Ballet Basics, Modern Jazz and Street Dance to children and adults, from beginners to advanced dancers. Ballet Bunnies introduces music, movement and imaginative play from 18 months, while older pupils develop technique, confidence and coordination through structured classes.

The family-run studio operates in Bradley Stoke, Filton and Patchway. Pupils can perform at local festivals, school fairs and the optional annual Medal Day. Danceworks also runs children’s parties, school workshops and private lessons, with trial bookings available before a full term commitment.