Simply Social School of Dance in Middlesbrough is aimed squarely at grown-up dancers who want a proper night out alongside their lessons. Reviews describe a spacious, attractively decorated venue with a good floor and bar facilities, plus mini socials after classes finish. Seasoned dancers and complete beginners are both made welcome by qualified teachers. The social side is clearly as much a part of the appeal as the dancing itself.
The school combines qualified tuition with a relaxed, sociable setting designed for adults. People praise the venue for its space and atmosphere, and for the small social gatherings that follow lessons. It is a place to learn to dance and enjoy an evening out in equal measure.
The timetable centres on partner and social styles, so those searching for ballroom dancing Middlesbrough or salsa classes Middlesbrough will find a natural fit. For anyone typing dance classes in Middlesbrough or dance lessons Middlesbrough into a search, the adult focus makes this an easy place to begin. Those looking at adult dance classes Middlesbrough or line dancing Middlesbrough are well catered for by the sociable format. Mini socials give dancers a chance to practise in a relaxed setting.
Wear comfortable clothes and smooth-soled shoes that let you turn easily on the floor. You do not need to bring a partner, as classes generally rotate. Arriving a little early lets you settle before the lesson begins.
The venue is a well-appointed spot in Middlesbrough with its own floor and bar, easy to reach for dancers across the town.
Completely covid19 safe environment to have a dance lesson with qualified teachers with all necessary PPE available
A lovely building with decor reflecting a great social place to relax and dance in the mini socials organised after the lessons are finished for the day. We're going next week too— alison mccrae
Friendly, professional and a fantastic night out whether you're a seasoned dancer or a beginner. Definitely recommended.— Davey Kelsey
Beautiful spacious venue with a fabulous floor and bar facilities. Very impressed.— Linda Sales
Great as always. Friendly people, good tuition and now with IDTA instruction.— Dave Farrant
The usual starting point is a beginner class introducing hold, posture and a few foundational steps at a gentle pace. No partner or prior experience is required, just comfortable shoes.
Many beginners start with the waltz, whose slow, flowing rhythm makes the timing easier to grasp. Others enjoy beginning with a livelier dance, so it is a matter of taste.
Salsa is very approachable for beginners thanks to its simple repeating rhythm and small set of core steps. Most people find the basic timing quickly, with fluency coming through practice.
Yes, plenty of salsa dancers started with no experience whatsoever. Beginner classes assume nothing and build the moves gradually so newcomers can follow along.
The grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle recur throughout line dancing. Learning them gives you a foundation for a great many routines.
Short four-wall dances built from a repeating pattern are the easiest to pick up. You follow the group and learn the sequence as you go rather than memorising it first.