Dance Classes and Dancing Lessons in North Leeds, including Ballet, Stage, Jazz, Modern and Contemporary Dance classes for children in North Leeds. Covering Horsforth, Headingly, Adel, Chapel Allerton, Roundhay, Alwoodley, Roundhay, Wetherby, Seacroft, Scarcroft, West Park, Cookridge, Oakwood and Farsley.

Award-winning, fun and informal dance classes for boys and girls aged 18 months to 6 years.

With a real focus on learning through play, the babyballet® syllabus fits within the UK Government’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Our imaginative classes provide the opportunity for young children to learn and develop a number of key skills such as coordination, balance, counting and colour recognition as well as social skills such as sharing and turn-taking, all within a fun and positive environment! Using a range of props as well as our famous Teddy and Twinkle bears, our experienced teachers aim to instil confidence and a joy for dancing in all of our children!

Tinies (18 months – 3 years)

Movers (3-4 years)

Tappers (age 3+)

Groovers (4.5 – 6 years)

Mondays @ Peace Dance Academy, Yeadon

Tuesdays @ Alwoodley Community Association

Wednesdays@ Alwoodley Community Association

Fridays @Peace Dance Academy, Yeadon and St Barnabas, Alwoodley

Saturdays @Alwoodley Community Association and the Mercure Parkway Hotel (Bramhope) and at Trinity Church Rawdon

To view our detailed timetable or book a three week trial please visit our website: https://babyballet.co.uk/babyballet-school/leeds-north/ or email Miss Laura on: leedsnorth@babyballet.co.uk

We would love for you to come and join the fun!


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Flex dance is celebrating 15 years in March and we have lots of new classes opening up across Leeds , York and Hull. 

Our latest class to open in Leeds is our Wetherby Monday evening session 5-6.30 at St James church centre. 

To celebrate this month we are offering new students 2x free sessions to trial our new Wetherby class.

Sessions are split into 2x genres; musical theatre and commercial street dance. Flex is all about boosting confidence in children, teaching them new skills encouraging new friendships and having fun! See our full timetables here.

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At Noodle Performance Arts we offer fun, affordable Performing Arts classes! Book your FREE taster session now!

Noodle Tots

This is a great introduction to the performing arts for toddlers (walking to age 3). The 30-minute classes use singing, music, dance and drama to help little ones develop their social skills, build their confidence and have lots and lots of fun.

Performing Arts 

From the age of 3, our performing arts classes teach singing, dance and acting in a variety of affordable sessions. Children learn valuable theatre skills but in a less intense and formal environment than traditional stage schools.

We offer 2 separate performing arts classes – Age 3-6 and Age 5-9

Noodle teachers understand that no child is the same and our fun and friendly approach ensures we get the best out of all our students from the very shyest to the most boisterous. Our focus is on helping our students to flourish and gain confidence, as well as on passing on our love of the performing arts.


07984 461711
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Join us at North Leeds Dance Education, where dance is just the beginning.

Expert dance tuition from 22 months +

Royal Academy of Dance Ballet, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics & more!

NLDE is all about friendship, joy and the pure love of movement. We treat each dancer as their own person with no competition or comparison and encourage your dancer to simply be the best they can be. Our highly qualified Royal Academy of Dance teachers focus on building the strong foundations of classical ballet even with our tiniest of dancers, helping to mould confident, hard-working and passionate young people who know what success feels like.

Locations in Adel and Bramhope.


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Our theatre school is a friendly, fun and dynamic place to be, your child will be encouraged to play a major part in the creative process contributing ideas and making decisions about their work. Your child’s voice is important to us, including the shy and the confident alike, we will help you to build their confidence and character for whatever career the future holds. At Northern Arts Factory we are far removed from any notions of stardom or celebrity, your child’s happiness is at the heart of what we do.

Dance Classes consist of technique classes developing core physical skills, strength, stamina, flexibility and co-ordination. A range of dance styles will be explored including: contemporary, street, jazz and musical theatre.

Drama Classes consist of workshops to develop communication skills, co-operation, concentration and memory. A range of genres will be explored including: mime, improvisation, script, musical theatre and devising.

Mini Drama Classes take children on a weekly adventure to a magical land developing their imagination and nurturing creativity. Using puppetry, movement, music, mime and vocal exercises children develop their communication, listening and physical skills whilst being entertained and having lots of sensory fun! (Saturdays, Pre-School)

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AMK Dance Academy

AMK Dance Academy is an IDTA approved dance school based in Wetherby and Boston Spa offering classes for children 3+ in Ballet, Tap and Modern Jazz.

Tuesday and Wednesday, Wetherby Town Hall

Saturday, Jubilee Hall, Boston Spa

Tel: 07983 330610

Ballet & Boogie at Elevations Academy Leeds

Ballet & Boogie is the PERFECT class to introduce your pre-schooler to the wonderful world of dance.
Basic ballet technique coupled with ‘fun’ modern dance, this session is lively, but structured, developing those all-important physical skills as well as encourgaing creativity, expression and confidence.

Book and find out more on our website www.elevationsleeds.com

Breakin’ Through Leeds

Challenging, fun and engaging sessions based around not only learning great dance skills but also gaining confidence and keeping fit. Providing Breakin’ (breakdance) classes for all abilities from 5-16yrs

Classes run: Thursdays at All Hallows Church, 24 Regent Terrace, Ls6 1NP.

Tel: 07415 033610 (call before attending)

Dance Classes – Moortown Methodist Church

Street, Modern and Pop but all styles incorporated

Runs Tuesdays evenings; 4-4.45pm for 5-8 year olds. And 4.45-5.45pm for  8+ years.

Moortown Methodist Church. Call: 07809675274, email: mwca2019@gmail.com or message the Moortown West Community Association Events Facebook page.

Danceology

The school prides itself on professional standards and high quality teaching in a friendly and welcoming environment.  Offering a range of classes including: Ballet, Tap, Contemporary Modern, Acrobatic Arts, Freestyle, Street Dance for boys and Tiny Tots; an introductory class for pre school children from age 2.

IDTA examination sessions are held at least twice a year and an Annual Showcase is held every July.

Danceology Studios, 15 Erivan Park, Sandbeck Way, Wetherby, LS22 7DN. Tel: 01937 581198

Danceworks

Established by Laura Jakes in 1995, Danceworks, which is located in Moortown, Leeds, offers a wide range of classes for both boys and girls, which include Ballet (5-18), Theatre & Tap (6-18), Contemporary (12-18) and Dancebugs (3-5).

Classes run Monday to Saturday, during term time. Free trial classes available (must be booked in advance).

Firtree Lane, Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds LS17 3EU. Tel: 0113 295 0126

Deborah Coultish School of Dance

A friendly fun dance school offering expert tuition in ballet, tap, modern, advanced pointe and commercial dance.  Children taught from age 2 upwards.  Believe that all students, irrespective of initial ability, should be given the opportunity to grow and develop.

Classes run: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday at Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall.

Tel: 0113 217 6873

Deborah Hoskins Dance

Offering classes in Ballet, Pre-School Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre Dance, Jazz, Lyrical/Contemporary, and Acrobatic Dance. Following the ISTD syllabus. Students are offered the opportunity to take formal exams or just dance for fun!

Classes run Monday to Saturday.

The Workhouse Fitness Club, Springfield Commercial Centre, Pudsey LS28 5LY. Tel: 07772 284827

Ellis School of Dance

Offer classes for all abilities in Ballet, Modern Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Street Dance, Gymnastics, Singing, competiton work and shows.

Classes Monday – Saturday at Collingham Memorial Hall.

Tel: 07984797441

Flex Dance Inc

Join Flex dance musical theatre and street dance sessions for children across Leeds. Our mission is to get everyone involved in dance as a means to keeping fit & healthy, our ethos is making friendships, building confidence & most importantly having fun!

Aged 4-11 years.

Contact Steph to book your free trial 07500618613

Gibbons Academy of Irish Dance

Welcoming boys and girls aged 4+ to learn Irish Dance in a fun and friendly environment.
Develop skills in coordination, balance and rhythm and grow in confidence
Opportunities to perform, compete and take grade exams.
Fully qualified and DBS Checked Teachers, registered with An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha

Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm @ Stainbeck Community Hall, 162 Stainbeck Lane, Leeds 7

Contact gibbonsacademyid@gmail.com for more information and to register your child’s place

KOBY Studio – Street Dance

Youth street dance / hip hop class for 5-17 year olds.  All abilities welcome.

Our training programme is every Sunday; Koalas age 5-7 years: 11am-11.30am / Kidd Koby age 7-12 years: 11.30am-12.30pm / Kinetiks age 12-17 years: 12.30pm- 14.00pm

We are also looking for 17+ Dancers, College/University students to come join our Kulture Training Programme.

LS7. Tel: 07495 794116

Lunch Breaks at Left Bank Leeds

Everyone’s welcome at these fun-filled sessions, run by the Hello HipHop team. Drop in any time between 12pm and 3pm.

Listen to the sound of hip hop and breakbeats coming through the speakers as you sit and watch or get involved! There might be people dancing, rapping, creating art or beatboxing. Feeling competitive? You can play old-school games on our console. If you’re not quite ready to share your skills, info and activity sheets will help you start to express yourself.

Food and drink are available in our cafe area from 10am until 4pm. Kids can have a free meal before or after the session.

Runs every other month: June / August / October / December 2022

Free Event but booking is essential. Visit Left Bank Leeds for more information.

Northern Ballet Academy

Classes for children

These fun-filled classes accompanied by live music are the perfect introduction to the basics of dance. Children are encouraged to express themselves through dance and music and build on their natural ability. There is a clear progression route through our children’s classes to our classes for young people.

Mini Movers: Ages 18 months – 3 years* *With accompanying adult

Moving Minis: Ages 3 – 4

Creative Movement: Ages 4 – 6

Pre-Ballet: Ages 6 – 8

Classes for young people

Our classes for young people are accompanied by live music and develop each dancer’s technical ability whilst enhancing their presentation skills and musicality.

Ballet: Ages 8 – 16

Pointe Work

Find out more about our open classes, training programmes and how to register via the website link below, email academy@northernballet.com or call on 0113 220 8000.

Northern Ballet – Age 3 to 8 years

These fun-filled classes accompanied by live music are the perfect introduction to the basics of dance. Children are encouraged to express themselves through dance and music and build on their natural ability.

Northern Ballet, Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA. Contact 0113 220 8000 for details.

Northern Ballet Age 8 to 16 years

Our classes for young people are accompanied by live music and develop each dancer’s technical ability whilst enhancing their presentation skills and musicality. Registration for our 22-23 academic year is now open!

Northern Ballet, Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA. Contact 0113 220 8000 for details.

Razzamataz Leeds

Classes for children from 4 years old right up to 18, covering dance, drama and singing across a wide variety of genres. From Pop to Broadway, from Street to Musicals.

Classes run on Saturdays during term time.

Carr Manor Community School Carr Manor Road, LS17 5DJ    Tel: 07788 646029 or 07906 795689 or email: leeds@razzamataz.co.uk

Ruby Dance Studios

Upbeat and creative dance classes for boys and girls aged 18 months to 9 years. Private lessons also available for children and adults in a variety of styles.

  • Tuesday :Bramham Village Hall
  • ​Friday: Thorner Parish Centre & Bramham Village Hall
  • Saturday classes for 18 months- 9 years at Tadcaster Methodist Church.

Contact Ruth to book: ruth@rubydancestudios.co.uk or 07912678792

Sara Horner School of Dance

High quality ballet, tap and musical theatre classes for boys and girls from 4 years. Classes run on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Brackenwood Community Association, LS8 1RG

Tel: 07809 096408

Saturday School with Phoenix Dance Theatre

Our popular Saturday classes are the ideal way to start the weekend. Whether it is the first step for an aspiring young dancer or the first time engaging with contemporary dance, we accompany our young participants on their journey.

The Saturday School programme invites children to have fun, develop and learn dancing techniques and encourages participants to get creative all while being supported by our leading dance practitioners.

From 3 years – 18 years.

Phoenix Dance Theatre, St Cecilia Street, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7PA

+44 (0)113 236 8130

The Dance Lab, Leeds

The Dance Lab has a wealth of experience in teaching dance to children and adults and believe in inspiring confidence and creativity through dance. Dance is a great way to aid physical and mental well-being, which is something that is very important to us.

Commercial dance classes run on Wednesday’s at Walton Village Hall for ages 4-6 and 7-11.

All abilities welcome. To book your FREE session, email thedancelableeds@gmail.com, call on 07547507540.

The Dance Studio Leeds – Get down with the Kids!

This parent and child dance class is the perfect way for you and your child to spend some quality time together, whilst also getting fit and having fun!

The class will be open to children aged 5-11 years old.

Classes run: Sunday

Mill 6, First Floor, Mabgate Mills, Leeds,  LS9 7DZ Tel: 0113 242 1550 

Union of Dance

Promoting active dance experiences for children and young people from ages 4-11. Offering weekly classes with a mix of dance styles, after-school clubs, holiday camps and bespoke projects in the community and in education.

Classes run on Mondays at St Giles Church, Bramhope, LS16 9BA

Tel: 07814 012081

VIBE. Performing Arts Academy

Offering something for ages 4-18years. Training for professional performance, unlocking hidden talents, making friends, and developing valuable life skills such as interaction and confidence. We seek to inspire and nurture in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Performing Arts classes run on Wednesdays at Cookridge Methodist Hall.

Stage School classes run on Saturdays at Abbey Grange Academy.

Phone: 0770 103 3877

Willis Academy of Dance

Come join in with our fun and friendly dance school for ages 3-18yrs, taught by a fully qualified and experienced teacher of 20 years. Offering classes in Ballet/Tap/Modern, Acrobatic Arts & Street Jazz.

Classes run: Monday – Friday at Clifford Village Hall, Whetherby

Tel: 07943450743

Yorkshire Dance

Saturday Superstars are weekly low cost dance classes for young people aged 0-16 in Leeds City Centre. We offer a range of dance styles and the chance to learn from professional dance artists in a friendly, safe and fun environment.

Parents & Tots Ages 0-4 (9.15-10.15am): A fun movement session to build your little one’s confidence to crawl, move, toddle and dance in a safe environment. This session is for families with babies and young children aged 0-4 (older siblings and non-crawlers are very welcome). Playful movement activities using a variety of props, music and obstacles to stimulate the senses. Parents and Tots is a great place to meet other young families, share ideas, experiences and memories together.

Ballet Ages 2-4 (9.15-10.15am): Introduction to ballet and dancing in a playful and fun environment.

Ballet Ages 4-6 (10.30-11.30am): Achieve basic ballet skills in a creative fun environment – fall in love with dancing.

Rhythm &Tap Ages 4-7 (10.30-11.30am): A fun-filled session with rhythm, tapping and play for ages 4 to 7. This energetic and upbeat class builds musicality and co-ordination allowing kids to learn tap skills in a creative and lively environment.

Creative Pop Ages 5-7 (11.30-12.30noon): A creative class for ages 5 to 7 fusing Pop music to get your body moving! We use funky Street with a twist of other Dance styles such as Jazz.

Street Styles Ages 5-7 (11.30-12.30 noon): A fun and dynamic class combining breakdance and streetdance. Includes hip hop – old skool (popping, locking, waving) and nu skool (krump, house and more) – a high energy, positively focused way into the funkiest moves on the street.

Ballet Ages 6-9 (12.30-1.30pm): Build on technique without the pressure of exams in this creative session.

Street Styles Ages 8 – 11 (1.30-2.30pm): A fun and dynamic class combining breakdance and streetdance. Includes hip hop – old skool (popping, locking, waving) and nu skool (krump, house and more) – a high energy, positively focused way into the funkiest moves on the street.

TEMPO Street Crew Ages 12-16 (2.45-4.15pm): TEMPO are a performance group for ages 12-16 based at Yorkshire Dance, learning streetdance and breakdance skills to take onto the stages of Yorkshire.

During the term each class works on a dance to perform as part of an informal sharing for parents at the end of term.

All staff are DBS checked and experienced in supporting young people with a wide range of backgrounds and ability levels. Are you new to Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars? Not sure which class is right for your child? Contact isobelmoloney@yorkshiredance.com to find out more and book a free taster session.

Yorkshire Dance 3 St Peter’s Buildings St Peter’s Square Leeds LS9 8AH

0113 243 8765

 

Zumba Kids

Zumba® Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities, and cultural exploration elements into the class structure.

Classes incorporate key childhood development elements like leadership, respect, teamwork, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, coordination, and cultural awareness as well as making fitness fun.

Fridays (Term Time) 5-6pm

Meanwood Institute, 94 Green Road, Meanwood, LS6 4LD

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