Margaret Greenwood teaches ballroom and Latin dance near Evesham, working with couples and individuals from a base at Cleeve Prior. The tuition covers social dancing as well as tailored routines, including wedding first dances. It suits anyone in the Evesham area wanting personal, experienced guidance on the floor.
Couples describe learning a polished routine in a surprisingly short time, with one wedding pair calling their dance one of the best parts of the day. With decades of teaching behind them, Margaret and Colin bring a calm, encouraging approach that puts anxious beginners at ease.
Tuition spans ballroom styles such as the waltz and foxtrot alongside Latin dances, plus bespoke choreography for special occasions. A typical lesson breaks a routine into manageable sections, focusing on posture, timing and the connection between partners before piecing it all together. Those searching for dance classes in Evesham will find both social learning and one-to-one coaching, and anyone curious about line dancing in Evesham should ask what group options are available. The pace is set to suit the dancer, so complete novices are well catered for.
For a first lesson, wear something comfortable to move in and shoes with a smooth sole that will glide and turn on the floor. Expect a friendly, patient start where the basics are broken right down, with no assumption that you have danced before.
The teaching base sits in a village setting near Evesham, easily reached from the town and surrounding countryside by car. Check timings and parking when you get in touch.
Margaret and Colin taught my husband and I a wonderful 1st dance routine. Our whole family were amazed at what we had learned in such a short space of time and we both said that one of the best parts of the whole wedding was learning our dance. We are so grateful to the greenwoods for their patience and expertise – I recommend this to any couple thinking of getting married or simply wanting something nice to do together. It was a really bonding experience, fun and funny and romantic. What more could you want?— Alex Wittering
Dancing Expertise of 30 years— margaret greenwood
Staples include the grapevine, kick-ball-change, pivot turn, shuffle and step-touch. Most beginner routines are simply these moves rearranged.
Dances built on a short, repeating pattern, such as the Electric Slide, are the friendliest to start with. Their simplicity means you can join in almost straight away.
Yes, you can learn a great deal solo, and teachers often rotate partners in class so nobody is left waiting. For couples' routines, though, working as a pair naturally helps.
Comfortable clothing and smooth-soled shoes that let you turn are all that is needed to begin. Specialist dance shoes can wait until you are sure of the style.
Fees differ between group classes and private lessons, and private tuition for something like a first dance is priced individually. Contact Margaret directly for current rates.
The waltz and rumba are gentle entry points for partner dancing thanks to their steady rhythm. If you prefer to dance without a partner, line dancing is an easy and sociable start.