118 Dance Studio

118 Dance Studio — Dance Classes In Leicester

118 Dance Studio sits on Charles Street in central Leicester and has earned a warm reputation among both children and adults. Reviewers describe knowledgeable teachers, a happy environment and a welcoming feel that keeps people coming back. It is a strong candidate for anyone searching for dance classes in Leicester right in the city centre. A range of styles is taught for different ages and abilities.

About 118 Dance Studio

Based in the heart of Leicester, the studio is praised for its friendly atmosphere and skilled teaching. Classes cater for children and adults, with newcomers helped to settle in and progress at their own pace.

Classes & Dance Styles

Ballroom dancing in Leicester is taught with the traditional partner dances built up gradually, while salsa classes in Leicester bring livelier rhythms for those who want more energy. Line dancing in Leicester offers a partner-free option that is easy to join on your own, and adult dance classes in Leicester welcome hobby dancers and improvers alike. Dance lessons in Leicester here can focus on technique or simply on enjoying the movement, with steps repeated until they feel secure. Beginners are guided through the basics before moving on.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in and shoes suited to your chosen style, with a smooth sole for ballroom and Latin. No partner or previous experience is needed, and arriving ready to have a go makes all the difference.

Location & Contact

Charles Street runs through central Leicester, making the studio easy to reach for people across the city and beyond.

• Address: 118 Charles St, Leicester LE1 1LB
• Phone: +44 116 251 7073
• Website: http://www.118dancestudio.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 5:30-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 5:30-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 6-10:30 pm
  • Thursday: 6-10:30 pm
  • Friday: 5:30-9:45 pm
  • Saturday: 9:15 am-3 pm

What Dancers Say About 118 Dance Studio

4.5/5 from 8 Google reviews.

Fab dance school. Teachers very knowledgeable and very welcoming, would highly recommend, great for children and for adults!!— Claire Pacey

Great dance studio, happy environment with happy children.— Helen Lilleyman

Najlepsze studio w Leicester— Lucyna Sadowska

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

A beginner class is the usual way in, teaching the hold, posture and basic footwork before whole dances are built up. Most people progress one or two dances at a time.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a common first dance thanks to its steady rhythm and simple box step. It provides a base that makes quicker dances easier to learn afterwards.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

The basic step is easy to grasp, though timing and turns take longer to feel natural. Regular practice and social dancing help it click.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes. Beginner classes are made for people with no experience, introducing the essentials gradually.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

The grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle are frequent staples. Most routines combine these in varied sequences.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

A short four-wall beginner dance with a repeating pattern is the simplest to pick up. Because it repeats, the whole floor soon moves in time.

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