Mountway School of Dancing

Mountway School of Dancing — Dance Classes In Taunton

Mountway School of Dancing works from the Market House in central Taunton, teaching both children and adults across its timetable. Reviews highlight experienced, enthusiastic teaching and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. The school stages a large production every couple of years that involves dancers of all ages. It is a solid choice for anyone looking into dance classes in Taunton.

About Mountway School of Dancing

Mountway carries a wealth of teaching experience and puts it to use across a spread of ages and abilities. The friendly, encouraging feel that regulars mention makes it approachable for nervous newcomers.

Classes & Dance Styles

For those after dance lessons in Taunton, the school covers a range of styles and includes adult dance classes in Taunton as well as children's groups. Ballet classes in Taunton are taught with care for technique, while ballroom dancing suits couples and social dancers who enjoy learning together. Sessions progress at a sensible pace so you build up steadily.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Wear comfortable clothing you can move in, along with soft shoes appropriate to the style you are trying. Arriving early helps you settle and meet the teacher before the class starts. Ask which group suits your experience when you get in touch.

Location & Contact

The Market House sits right in the middle of Taunton, easy to reach for people coming in from the town and surrounding countryside.

• Address: The Market House, Fore St, Taunton TA1 1JD
• Phone: +44 7783 136965
• Website: http://www.mountwaydancing.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 3-9:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 3-9:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 3-9:30 pm
  • Thursday: 3-9:30 pm
  • Friday: 10 am-9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am-6 pm

What Dancers Say About Mountway School of Dancing

5/5 from 14 Google reviews.

Verity and her team of teachers are professional, kind, caring and enthusiastic.
Giving the children and adults they teach the benefit of their wealth of experience.
The shows they put on every two years are is spectacular from the youngest to the oldest adult.
It is an welcoming and inclusive environment to learn in where students have freedom to express creativity.
They have many different dance classes to choose from, my daughter loves everyone of her classes— Vanessa Cook

I have danced here for 10 years and I’ve loved every second of it. The teachers bring a welcoming environment to learn and make friends. The shows that we do every two years have amazing feedback and I look forward to the next one when the last on finishes. The profit that we make from the shows goes to local charities and back into the school. Thank you to all the teachers— Megan Cook

Mountway school of dancing is a wonderful dance school. My step daughter absolutely loves her classes and her teachers. The teachers are always so welcoming and friendly and I’d highly recommend this dance school to anyone looking for dance lessons, you won’t be disappointed.— Caroline Wharton

I would highly recommend Mountway- it’s the best. They offer a wide range of dance techniques and the teachers are great, it has a great balance of fun and professionalism at the same time.— Flora Criddle

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

Begin by joining a beginners' class to learn the basic hold, posture and a few foundational steps. You add more figures as you go, so there is nothing to prepare in advance.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is often taught first because its slow, even rhythm gives you time to think about your movement. A faster dance such as the quickstep usually follows once the basics are comfortable.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adults can take up ballet and progress well with regular practice. Adult classes focus on technique, posture and strength at a realistic pace.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no upper limit for enjoying ballet as a hobby. Working within your own range of movement, you can start at any age.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

The grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle are among the most common. Beginner routines mostly rearrange these familiar moves.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

A short four-wall dance with a few repeating steps is usually the easiest starting point. It lets you join in without a long routine to memorise.

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