Bradley Dance Freelance holds Latin and ballroom classes in Glenfield, on the north-western side of Leicester, drawing a friendly mix of ages and abilities. Regulars talk warmly about looking forward to the sessions each week for the fun, the fitness and the company. It is a genuinely sociable way to take up dance classes in Leicester. The classes welcome newcomers and returning dancers alike.
Based at the Glenfield venue, these classes have built a loyal following of people who value both the dancing and the group around it. Bradley is described as a patient teacher who helps everyone become a better dancer at their own pace.
Latin and ballroom dancing in Leicester form the heart of the timetable, from smooth partner dances to livelier numbers with a stronger beat. Adult dance classes in Leicester here are as much about enjoyment and blowing off steam as about technique, though the steps are taught properly and revisited until they settle. Salsa classes in Leicester and other styles may feature depending on the session, keeping dance lessons in Leicester varied. Attendees mention the exercise, the laughs and the supportive atmosphere in equal measure.
Bring comfortable clothing and shoes with a smooth sole that turn easily on the floor. There is no need for a partner or prior experience, and coming with a friend, as some regulars do, can make it even more fun.
Glenfield lies on the north-western edge of Leicester, keeping the classes handy for people across that side of the city.
I cannot express enough the joy that I get from going to Bradley’s Latin and Ballroom Classes. Being there has helped my Mental Health so much. I look forward to Tuesday nights so much. Lovely group of people of different ages and abilities attend. We have fun, get fit and learn some beautiful dance moves. So far I have done Rumba, Waltz, Viennese Waltz and we just started Cha Cha. I have thoroughly loved them all.
Also attended the Salsa night with social Cocktails on a Monday night which was equally as wonderful.
Bradley is a caring and considerate teacher who is a joy to be around and be — Jodie Holyoak
The classes at glenfield are always great fun and enjoyable, Bradley is a patient teacher and helps me become a better dancer— Marta Barbieri
Absolutely love dancing with Bradley. I go with a friend and it's such a fun way to blow off some steam and exercise too.— Victoria Sumner
A beginner class is the usual starting point, introducing the hold, posture and basic steps before you build up individual dances. Progress comes from tackling one or two dances at a time.
The waltz suits many beginners because of its clear rhythm and simple box step. It lays a foundation that makes the faster dances easier to approach later.
The basic step comes quickly, but timing and turns take a bit more practice to master. Dancing socially helps it all fall into place.
Yes, no dance background is needed. Beginner sessions build the essentials step by step so anyone can take part.
Staples include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. Routines combine these in varied sequences.
A short four-wall beginner dance with a repeating pattern is the simplest. The repeating sequence means the whole floor soon moves in time.