Dance 2 Dawn Strictly Ballroom and Latin is a London dance school teaching ballroom and Latin styles, based in the SE9 area. It welcomes all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to couples polishing a routine. The school also takes on wedding first-dance couples looking for something personal. It suits people who like the elegance of ballroom paired with the energy of Latin.
Dancers describe Dawn and Debbie as patient, encouraging teachers, with a regular crowd that is friendly and supportive. The atmosphere comes across as fun and inclusive, with all ages and abilities made to feel part of things. It suits those who want a sociable, good-natured class rather than a high-pressure environment.
Among dance classes in London, this school covers the ballroom and Latin repertoire, from waltz and quickstep to cha cha and jive, taught step by step. The dance lessons London couples enjoy here include private wedding first-dance choreography, praised for looking romantic rather than over-rehearsed. It is not primarily a home for salsa classes London or ballet classes London dancers seek, but adult dance classes London-wide in ballroom and Latin are its clear strength. Beginners are eased in gently and helped to build confidence.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can turn in easily, and bring water for the more energetic Latin numbers. You do not necessarily need a partner, as classes are used to welcoming individuals and pairs alike. Expect a warm reception and a patient walk-through of the basics.
The school is based in the SE9 part of south-east London, within reach of the surrounding areas. Contact Dance 2 Dawn for exact class times and directions before you attend.
Friendly, welcoming and fun dance classes. Dawn and Debbie are excellent teachers with huge amounts of patience and encouragement. The regulars are a lovely group of people who are also friendly, supportive and welcoming. All ages and abilities are catered for. Highly recommended.— Sarah
Had a private class for wedding first dance with Debbie and she was amazing!!! She was able to listen to the song and create a perfect relaxed first dance that looks romantic but not awkwardly choreographed. Could not rate her highly enough!!!— Holly C
Salsa's basic step is quick to grasp, with timing and flow developing over time. This school specialises in ballroom and Latin, so it is worth asking which Latin styles feature in a given class.
Yes, complete beginners learn Latin dancing from scratch all the time. No experience is assumed when you start.
Adults can certainly take up ballet through beginner classes. Dance 2 Dawn focuses on ballroom and Latin, so a specialist ballet school would suit that particular goal.
There is no age too late for recreational ballet, and people begin at all stages of life. Only professional training is genuinely age-limited.
Grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle are common line-dance basics. This school's focus is ballroom and Latin, so line dancing would be a separate pursuit.
Simple, repeating dances like the Electric Slide are usually easiest to begin with. A dedicated line-dance class is the best place to learn one.