Carlisle Dance Academy

Carlisle Dance Academy — Dance Classes In Carlisle

Carlisle Dance Academy is a dance school on Lorne Crescent in Carlisle, offering tuition across several styles for children and adults. It has a strong following, with families returning over the years and particular praise for its teaching. The breadth of classes makes it a reasonable choice whether you are enrolling a child or taking up dance yourself. Beginners are welcome across the timetable.

About Carlisle Dance Academy

Reviewers rate the teaching highly, singling out tap in particular, and describe a friendly environment that children enjoy. A couple of notes mention that it can feel busy and that joining mid-term moves quickly, so it helps to time your start well. Overall it suits families and learners who want good tuition in a lively, popular school.

Classes & Dance Styles

The programme spans ballroom dancing in Carlisle, salsa classes, line dancing and more, and adult dance classes in Carlisle sit alongside the children's grades. Dance lessons in Carlisle are generally arranged by level, so beginners are not thrown in with advanced dancers. A class typically works from the basics through a few figures to short routines you can practise. Where possible it is worth starting near the beginning of a term so you can build from the ground up.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

As a newcomer you can expect to learn the format quickly, so do introduce yourself and ask questions as you settle in. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and shoes appropriate to the style, with a smooth sole for turning. For partnered and solo styles alike, you can usually come along on your own.

Location & Contact

The academy is within Carlisle, easy to reach from around the city; check your route and parking before your first visit.

• Address: 5xw, 35 Lorne Cres, Carlisle CA2 5XW
• Phone: +44 7773 135593
• Website: http://www.carlisledanceacademy.co.uk/

What Dancers Say About Carlisle Dance Academy

4.7/5 from 15 Google reviews.

It didn't look very good, a bit rusty, but otherwise the teaching is great, especially tap-dance. It does seem that they teach a little bit fast when you join halfway through term, but otherwise it's awesome!! Not particularly welcoming when you first come in as people ignore you but you get used to it.— K Nave

It's great for the kids but there is not enough seating, I either have to stand or sit on the floor for 45 minutes, not ideal.— Dazz

Girls love going here. Great classes in a friendly environment.— Allan Lytollis

Great facility, reasonably priced and well managed.— M C

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

Start with a beginners' group class teaching hold, timing and a few basic figures step by step. You build from there and can add private lessons for detail.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a common first dance because its slow count is easy to feel. A social foxtrot is another gentle option to begin with.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

The basic salsa step comes quickly, though timing and partner work take a little practice. Most people are dancing simple patterns within a few sessions.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, salsa classes assume no experience and start from the very first step. You learn the footwork before adding turns.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Typical moves include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. Line dances are built from short patterns like these.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

A short, repetitive dance with a low step count is the easiest to pick up. Ask which one the class is currently learning so you can join in.

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