Forever Dance UK is a dance school in Barnet, north London, based at a community centre in East Barnet. It teaches ballroom and Latin to couples and individuals in a patient, supportive way. It is particularly well suited to couples and to anyone rebuilding their confidence.
Reviewers repeatedly mention the patience of the teaching, with instructors helping partners dance well together even when they had progressed at different rates. Nervous beginners and couples preparing a first dance describe leaving feeling genuinely confident, which speaks to a caring, unhurried atmosphere.
Lessons cover ballroom dancing in Barnet along with the Latin dances, from complete beginners upwards, whether you come as a couple or on your own. As one of the friendlier options for dance classes in Barnet and dance lessons Barnet, the teaching adapts to your pace and pays close attention to how partners move together. Sessions build the basic steps carefully before shaping them into routines you can dance with ease.
First-timers can expect a patient, understanding welcome, especially if you are feeling nervous, with instructors used to putting people at ease. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can turn in smoothly, and come along ready to enjoy learning without pressure.
Classes are held in the East Barnet area, which is reachable using the local roads and transport around Barnet.
We have been dancing for over 5 years and tried many dance schools with little joy. I slowly lost my confidence as my husband progressed faster than me. Then we found FOREVER DANCE! We have been taught by Jeni who has patiently taught us to dance together as a couple and given us both great insight into new techniques as well as new steps. It has suddenly become far more enjoyable and we are improving as a couple! Their additional support since March 2020 has been incredible, constant zoom lessons with Richard, Jeni and now Jay. You feel part of a dance community! You won't find better— Jackie Turner
My partner and I took up dancing as a way to spend more time together; she has danced a fair amount previously, I haven’t and am your typical “two left feet” kind of guy. From uncertain beginnings (this was a valentines present that I knew she would like, but left me a little nervous) our weekly lessons have quickly become one of the highlights of our week. The instructors all go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and at ease. The all have a tremendous amount of patience and are very supportive in their teaching styles. Having started as a sceptic, six months on and I’m really pleased w— Kai Shayler
We had the most amazing experience with Cansu who was truly wonderful at teaching us our first dance. My husband was initially really nervous about it all, but Cansu was so patient and understanding. We both smashed our dance and felt so confident.
For any couples worried about their dance you should definitely go to Forever Dance, they work within your dance level too.
Thanks Cansu we’re so grateful!
Ayshah and Tom x— Ayshah Tull
Online dance classes with Alex and Tomek have been great. They've given me a chance to really focus on my technique more than anything else which is exactly what I want to work on. Alex and Tomek have also been incredibly flexible to suit my needs which I really appreciate. Having the lessons has really raised my spirits during lockdown and gives me something to look forward to each week. Thank you everyone at FD!— Beth Hallowell
The easiest first step is to join a beginners' lesson, where a teacher introduces posture, hold and a simple dance. You can start with or without a partner and no experience is expected.
The waltz is a popular first choice because its slow, even count makes the timing easy to feel, though your teacher can suggest one that fits you.
Yes, adults can learn ballet. As this school focuses on ballroom and Latin, for ballet it is best to seek out a dedicated adult ballet class.
It is never too late; ballet can be enjoyed at any age in a class designed for adult beginners.
Typical moves include the grapevine, walks forward and back, a touch, a kick and a turn, combined into a repeating sequence.
Simple, repetitive dances such as the Electric Slide are among the easiest to start with, since the same steps run through the whole song.