Edinburgh Dance School

Edinburgh Dance School — Dance Classes In Edinburgh

Edinburgh Dance School teaches from the Inch Park Community Sports Club in the south of the city and has become a familiar name for couples preparing to dance. It suits engaged couples wanting a confident first dance, along with anyone drawn to ballroom and Latin as a hobby. Group classes and private lessons both feature. The approach is patient and tailored to people who have never danced before.

About Edinburgh Dance School

Reviewers repeatedly mention how quickly the teachers, Felicity and Max, put nervous couples at ease, turning something daunting into an enjoyable hour. Several describe arriving with no experience and leaving with a full routine and a lot more confidence. The atmosphere is friendly and down to earth rather than formal.

Classes & Dance Styles

The school is well known for wedding-focused sessions, but its broader dance classes in Edinburgh span ballroom and social styles for novices and improvers alike. You will find ballroom dancing in Edinburgh taught through group classes as well as one-to-one lessons where a bespoke routine can be choreographed to your chosen song. Adult dance classes in Edinburgh here lean towards partner work, and depending on the schedule other styles may appear too. If salsa, line dancing or ballet is your goal, it is best to ask what is running.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

A first visit is low pressure; you can come as a couple or on your own and the teachers will start from the very basics. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes with a smooth sole that lets you turn without gripping the floor. Bring a bit of curiosity and expect to be dancing something recognisable by the end of the hour.

Location & Contact

Classes take place in a community sports club setting in the south of Edinburgh, reachable by car or local bus. Parking and the usual local facilities are generally available nearby.

• Address: Inch Park Community Sports Club, Gilmerton Rd, Edinburgh EH16 5UD
• Phone: +44 7703 483809
• Website: http://www.edinburghdance.com/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-4 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-4 pm

What Dancers Say About Edinburgh Dance School

4.4/5 from 7 Google reviews.

I love the classes offered by Edinburgh dance school! I first approached Felicity at wedding show 7 years ago. Her friendly, professional and bubbly down to earth personality won us over straight away!

From then on we went to group ballroom classes for the more novice dancers and then booked private one to one dance classes to learn a personalised routine for our wedding dance.

I now have a girl that has just turned 2 1/2 years old and I have started her in twinkle stars ballet which she loves. The class is just the right length of time to hold her attention and the teachers are amazing a— Catriona Adamson

Myself and my dad went to a group class to learn how to dance for my wedding day, falicity and max were brilliant with us as myself and my dad had never danced before. We then went into take some private lessons on the run up to wedding, falicity and max made a dance up which was perfect for us. Me and my dad got to spend some lovely time together and everyone loved are dance at the wedding. Very reasonably priced andv would highly recommend.— Michaela Walker

We got Learn2Wedding Dance vouchers for our first dance with EDS. Felt very nervous and didnt know what to expect. Felicity was amazing and put us at ease right away. Not being dancers, we felt as though we may not do well but after 1 hour, we now know our first dance and have the confidence to practice at home before our next lesson. Highly recommend Felicity and so glad we had this arranged for our first dance!!— Laura Gonoude

Really enjoy adult beginners class on Thursday evenings. So much fun, Max and Felicity are really welcoming— Michelle Scott

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

Book into a beginners' class or an introductory private lesson where the frame, timing and first steps are broken down gently. No partner or experience is required to start, and the school can advise which option fits you best.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a popular first choice for its simple, flowing rhythm, though many wedding couples begin with whichever style suits their song. A teacher will help you choose something achievable.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa's basic step is straightforward once you settle into the timing, and most people manage the fundamentals in a few sessions. It becomes easier the more you practise the rhythm.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Absolutely; salsa is built for social dancers of every background and beginners are the norm in entry-level classes. Just start with a class labelled for newcomers.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adults can take up ballet and enjoy real progress at a comfortable pace. Ballet is not the school's main focus, so contact them to see whether it is available or ask for a recommendation.

What age is too late to start ballet?

It is never too late; ballet can be adapted to suit older beginners and different fitness levels. Look for a class aimed at adult starters rather than experienced dancers.

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