Beach Ballroom

Beach Ballroom — Dance Classes In Aberdeen

The Beach Ballroom is a landmark events venue on Aberdeen's seafront, best known for hosting weddings, functions and social occasions in its grand hall. Rather than a teaching school, it is a spacious setting whose large floor and character make it a popular home for dances and gatherings. Its long-standing reputation is built on the quality of its events and the warmth of its staff. It is worth knowing as a venue if you are looking for somewhere to dance socially in the city.

About Beach Ballroom

Visitors consistently praise the venue for well-run occasions, attentive staff and a striking, well-kept hall. The atmosphere is that of a much-loved civic building used for everything from weddings to afternoon tea. It suits people who want an elegant, roomy space for a celebration or a social dance evening rather than a course of lessons.

Classes & Dance Styles

The Beach Ballroom is primarily a venue rather than a tuition provider, so it is best thought of as a place to dance rather than a school with a class timetable. That said, its sprung-feeling grand floor has long made it a natural host for social dances and ballroom events in the city. If your interest is in dance classes in Aberdeen, it is worth checking which organisers and teachers run sessions at the venue, as line dancing and ballroom evenings often use spaces like this. Contact the venue directly to find out what dancing events are currently in the diary.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

For a social dance or event here, comfortable clothes and shoes suited to the floor are the main things to bring. Since it is a venue rather than a class, check with the organiser of the specific event about what to expect and whether beginners are welcome. The staff have a strong reputation for looking after guests, so you should feel well hosted.

Location & Contact

The venue sits on Aberdeen's beachfront promenade, a well-known part of the city that is easy to reach by local transport and car. Its seafront setting makes it a distinctive spot for an occasion.

• Address: Beach Promenade, Aberdeen AB24 5NR
• Phone: +44 1224 647647
• Website: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/beach-ballroom
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 9 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-5 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-5 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-5 pm

What Dancers Say About Beach Ballroom

4.5/5 from 550 Google reviews.

Had the pleasure of having our full wedding 9/9/23 .from start to the actual day Paul rennie has been so incredible nothing was ever an issue. Venue decorated to a high standard, wedding meal was fantastic,along with table service.evening buffet outstanding also, all staff are incredible my mum took very unwell during the evening reception .I can't thank Lisa Hutchinson enough who stayed right with us until the ambulance arrived. On Sunday even though Paul and Lisa where off duty they took the time to contact myself to check how mum was .really can't thank all staff enough. Highly recomme— Kareen Farquhar

Hosting our wedding on the 11th March 2023, we had high expectations which this venu easily met. We had our whole wedding under one roof. Our service and meal to a select group of family and friends followed by an evening party with buffet and disco catering for 80 guests. The staff went out of their way to ensure everything was perfect on the day. The Ballroom is run by Aberdeen City Council and as a result, the prices are extremely competitive and great value for wedding packeges. We cannot thank Paul Rennie and his team enough for ensuring our special day was as special and memorable a— Brian Cameron

Had a wedding here recently and the staff were so helpful and made the day go without a hitch and could not do enough to help out and look after the young and old alike.
The place looked amazing and the food and service was first class.
We have been for afternoon tea as well and it takes you back to the hay days of silver service and its is an experience not to be missed with the waiters and waitresses all in the black and white uniforms and the live piano music in the back ground.
If you get the opportunity to have a tour you will get to see all the different function areas and bars and you w— Colin Cane

I would just like to say that my son's and i were at the swing sensation tea dance today. We enjoyed this event very much. The band and singers were fantastic. It's not often you see a live band playing big band music like this. Every one I spoke to all said the same absolutely fantastic. Could we not have them up here more often as people all loved a dance and also the beach ballroom did aberxeen proud with the vintage background on stage and also the beautiful professional dancers well done to everyone and lets have this more often. Karen— Karen Stewart

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

The usual route is to join a beginners' group class where the basic dances and holds are taught step by step. The Beach Ballroom itself is a venue, so look for a teacher running ballroom sessions in the city to get started.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a common first dance thanks to its steady rhythm and simple box step, and the social foxtrot is another gentle starting point. From there many people add the quickstep and a Latin dance or two.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adult ballet classes are widely available and suit people taking it up for the first time. You would need a dedicated ballet school rather than an events venue for that.

What age is too late to start ballet?

It is never too late to dance ballet for enjoyment, fitness and posture. Recreational adult classes welcome all ages.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Line dancing staples include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. These simple moves repeat across most beginner routines.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short four-wall dances with repeating steps are the easiest to pick up. If line dancing evenings are held at the venue, the organiser can point you to a beginner-friendly one.

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