Danceworld is a well-established dance school in Basildon offering tuition across a broad spread of styles for children and adults. It is known locally for its varied timetable and its polished shows, and it welcomes everyone from first-timers to keen competitors. Families in particular find plenty to get involved with.
Parents speak warmly of how well the teachers know each child and the confidence the classes build, with several highlighting a professional, ambitious ethos and impressive stage productions. With disciplines spanning ballet, tap, modern, street and musical theatre, plus adult tap, it suits both children keen to perform and grown-ups wanting a fun class of their own.
As a hub for dance classes in Basildon, the school teaches a genuinely wide programme, and children ready to compete can take private lessons to prepare solos and duets. Adult dance classes in Basildon include options like adult tap, while sociable styles such as ballroom dancing in Basildon, salsa classes in Basildon and line dancing in Basildon give grown-ups an enjoyable, rhythmic way to learn. Whatever your starting point, lessons are structured so beginners can build skills before moving up.
Newcomers can expect a friendly welcome and a teacher who takes time to explain the basics before you join in. Wear comfortable clothing suited to the style and bring appropriate shoes, though it is fine to start in whatever you have and ask for advice.
The school operates from a base in Basildon, reachable by the usual local routes. Do check the venue and class times before your first visit.
My 7yo has attended for a few years now and thoroughly enjoys her dance lessons. The teachers know the children very well and give them opportunities to complete exams when they are ready. The best part was the show at the Towngate last summer – such a professional production and the children got so many new experiences from it. Highly recommend this dance school.— H Stapleton
Great dance school. My daughter does ballet, tap, modern, street and musical theatre, and I go along for adult tap. Recently put on a fantastic show and really care about doing the best for the children. Highly recommended!— Ellie Matthewman
Great Dance school with classes in all dance disciplines and musical theatre. Kids who are interested in entering competions can also have private lessons to learn solos/duets.— Gill Swann
Lovely dance school, loads of different classes for everyone. Both my girls love coming to dancing every week— demi- leanne Ruff
Start with a beginners' class where the teacher introduces hold, timing and a few basic steps. No partner or experience is needed to begin.
The waltz is a common first choice because its slow rhythm is easy to follow. A livelier Latin style is another good starting point, and staff can advise.
Salsa is very approachable at beginner level once you get used to the basic timing, and most people are dancing simple moves within a few classes. Like any style, fluency comes with regular practice.
Absolutely. Salsa classes are designed for complete beginners, and you certainly do not need a dance background to start enjoying it.
Typical basics include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. These combine into full routines.
Routines built mainly on grapevines and step-touches are the gentlest to start with. The teacher adds turns once the basics feel comfortable.