Hardy Alexandra Dance Company Derby

Hardy Alexandra Dance Company Derby — Dance Classes In Derby

Hardy Alexandra Dance Company is a substantial Derby dance school with well-appointed facilities and a serious competitive pedigree. Reviewers describe five studios with sprung flooring, a large social area, dedicated changing rooms, a cafe and free parking. The school follows recognised syllabuses and has fielded a successful competition team, with at least one former pupil going on to dance professionally. It holds a strong 4.7 rating and clearly caters to committed dancers as well as beginners.

About Hardy Alexandra Dance Company Derby

The company combines proper studio facilities with a qualified teaching faculty working to established dance syllabuses. Reviewers highlight the professional set-up, from the sprung floors to the sociable communal spaces, and the achievements of its competition dancers. It is a school with both breadth and a clear pathway for those who want to push further.

Classes & Dance Styles

The timetable follows structured syllabuses, so ballet classes in Derby here come with a clear route through grades and, for the keenest, competition work. A wide programme means dance classes in Derby for different ages and abilities sit under one roof, from first steps to advanced training. Adult dance classes in Derby are part of the mix, giving grown-ups a professional environment to learn in. Whatever your ambition, each dance lesson in Derby is delivered by fully qualified teachers in well-equipped studios.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Wear comfortable dancewear appropriate to your class, with the right footwear for the style. The spacious reception and social area make it easy to get your bearings before a first session.

Location & Contact

Derby has several established dance schools, but few offer this scale of facilities under one roof. Free parking and generous communal space make it convenient for families spending time between classes.

• Address: unit 7, MCP House, Parcel Terrace, Derby DE1 1LY
• Phone: +44 7584 433542
• Website: https://www.hadancecompany.com/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-9 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-5 pm

What Dancers Say About Hardy Alexandra Dance Company Derby

4.7/5 from 13 Google reviews.

Question- What comes true?

Well here's a thing that is true, My youngest daughter actually did attend HA in more than one capacity-,as a student, and as a qualified teacher, and right now she is on board the MS Azura cruise ship working as a professional dancer and heading to her second 8 month cruise of the Caribbean

So I dont know too much about dance, but what I do know is this. first, HA is a truly wonderful place, and second, HA will become one of the top Performing Arts Schools of its kind in this country.
Yes, it has great facility, large dance studios with fabulous sprung floors, co— nick watson

Five beautiful studios with LeMark sprung flooring. A huge reception/social area, dedicated changing rooms, cafe and free car parking. Follows the RAD and ISTD syllabus. Excellent fully qualified teaching faculty. An amazing competition team who are All England Gold Medallists and part of Team England for the Dance World Cup in Rome 2020. Professional but friendly atmosphere. Great student vocations at professional level.— Fiona Watson

What an excellent show I've just seen at Derby theatre. Non stop ,different dance styles and excellent costumes.Well done ! You all work hard.— Sandy Clarke

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is one of the easier partner dances to begin, as the basic step follows a repeating count most people grasp in a single session. Real fluency and styling take longer, but the basics come fast.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes. Salsa is routinely taught from scratch, and complete beginners make up much of any starter class. Steady practice matters more than natural talent.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Certainly. Adult ballet is designed for later starters, building posture, strength and technique gradually. The goals differ from a child's exam work, but progress is very achievable.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no upper age limit for recreational ballet. Professional careers begin in childhood, but adult classes welcome all ages and adapt to different fitness levels.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Common building blocks include the grapevine, the step-touch, the kick-ball-change, the pivot turn and the shuffle. Line dances combine these familiar moves in different orders.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short, repeating routines such as the Cupid Shuffle or the Electric Slide are popular first choices, because a brief sequence repeats throughout the song.

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