Dance For All

Dance For All — Dance Classes In Edinburgh

Dance For All is a dance school in Edinburgh, based on St Stephen Street in the Stockbridge area, with classes for children, young people and adults. It has a refreshingly down-to-earth attitude to dance that comes through clearly in its reviews. It suits anyone after a friendly, unpretentious place to learn in the city.

About Dance For All

Feedback praises a broad selection of classes and an approach free of the snobbery or drama some people have met elsewhere, with a sensible understanding that a three-year-old's ballet is meant to be fun. That grounded, inclusive outlook is a real draw for families and adults alike.

Classes & Dance Styles

As one of the options for dance classes in Edinburgh, Dance For All spans a good range of ages and styles. People also look here for adult dance classes in Edinburgh, salsa classes, line dancing, ballet classes and ballroom dancing, so it is worth checking the current timetable for what is on. Classes are pitched to be enjoyable and encouraging while still building real skill.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Newcomers can expect a relaxed, friendly welcome and no pressure to be perfect from day one. Comfortable clothing to move in and soft shoes are enough to start, and arriving early lets you settle in.

Location & Contact

The school is on St Stephen Street in the Stockbridge area, within easy reach of central Edinburgh.

• Address: 106 St Stephen St, Edinburgh EH3 5AQ
• Phone: +44 131 226 5533
• Website: http://www.danceforall.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 8:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Friday: 8:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-6 pm

What Dancers Say About Dance For All

4.8/5 from 4 Google reviews.

Dance for All have a great selection of dance classes for children, young people and adults. They have a brilliant attitude towards dance for children, none of the snobbiness or melodrama that I had encountered at other dance classes. They know that ballet for a 3 year old isn't a serious affair! The teachers are friendly and knowledgeable, and the place has the feel of a lovely old dance school from a Noel Streatfield novel.— Lindsay Law

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

A beginners' class is the simplest way in, covering the basic hold and a first dance or two at an easy pace. No partner or experience is needed to begin.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz or a simple social foxtrot often works well first because the rhythm is steady. Your teacher can recommend the best starting dance for you.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa's basic step comes quickly, so most people are dancing to the beat in their first lesson. Timing and turns improve with regular practice.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, salsa classes are made for complete beginners. The steps are broken down so anyone can follow.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

It is, and adult ballet is rewarding for the strength and posture it builds. Beginner adult classes assume no previous experience.

What age is too late to start ballet?

For recreational ballet there is no upper age limit, and people begin well into adulthood. Only professional training generally needs an early start.

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