ElliTe Studios | Dance School | Wakefield, West Yorkshire

ElliTe Studios | Dance School | Wakefield, West Yorkshire — Dance Classes In Wakefield

ElliTe Studios is a well-established dance school on the Penny Appeal Campus in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, holding a strong rating across dozens of reviews. Families describe children thriving there over many years, taking multiple classes, competing and appearing in an annual show and summer school. One parent notes their daughter earning a scholarship place at a London performing-arts college and selection for an international competition. The studio space is described as roomy and well suited to the school's needs.

About ElliTe Studios | Dance School | Wakefield, West Yorkshire

The school runs a broad programme that stretches from recreational classes to competitive and performance work, with choreographed pieces for dancers who compete. It also caters to adults, and reviewers single out the adult instructor's technique and friendly manner. The spacious campus premises give the school room for its varied timetable.

Classes & Dance Styles

Dance classes in Wakefield here span children through to grown-ups, with dedicated adult dance classes in Wakefield praised in the feedback. The wider dance lessons in Wakefield cover technique, choreography and performance, and there may be ballet classes in Wakefield for those building classical foundations. For social styles such as ballroom dancing in Wakefield or line dancing in Wakefield, it is worth confirming with the school which of these feature in the current term, as the emphasis leans towards performance and competitive work.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Wear clothing you can move freely in and footwear suited to the class you are attending. Arriving early lets you find your way around the campus and meet the teacher before the warm-up. The size of the reviews and the range of classes mean it is worth asking in advance which session best fits your age and level.

Location & Contact

The Penny Appeal Campus is within Wakefield and reachable from across the district by road, with parking on site. The school attracts dancers from the city and surrounding towns.

• Address: Penny Appeal Campus, Wakefield WF2 8QZ
• Phone: +44 7908 808696
• Website: http://www.ellitestudios.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 10 am-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am-9 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am-9 pm
  • Friday: 10 am-9 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am-5 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am-5 pm

What Dancers Say About ElliTe Studios | Dance School | Wakefield, West Yorkshire

4.8/5 from 46 Google reviews.

My daughter loves this school she has been here for many years now, she does many of the classes and competes so has specially choreographed pieces designed for her by the teachers, she also loves taking part in the yearly show and summer school. The principal, studio manager and teachers are so welcoming and all go above and beyond to help the pupils to be the best they possibly can be. I can’t speak highly enough of the school and the support and services it offers the dancers.— Kirsty Johnson

Love this place, my daughter has thrived since joining this dance school, the teaching is so good she has now been offered a place at a top performing arts college in London with a scholarship as well as being selected to represent England at the Dance World Cup this year. For first class training in a school that cares about its students this is definitely the place to go.— vic cumming

Caroline the adult dance instructor is incredible, fun friendly and very knowledgeable. Flawless in her technique and choreography. We are so lucky to have met her. Highly highly recommended.
Dance studio premises is spacious and adequate for our needs building could do with little TLC, but that's just nit picking, ultimately fit for purpose.— Andrew Stenson

An outstanding dance school. Lots of classes to choose from. Brilliant teachers for syllabus work and choreographers for shows and competitions. My daughter has been going for 10 years and is about to move on to a top performing arts college in London, all thanks to this amazing place.— Susan McDaid

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

The usual way in is a beginners' class where you learn the basic frame, posture and a couple of straightforward dances such as the waltz or quickstep. You do not need a partner, as classes generally rotate dancers around the room.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

Many people begin with the waltz because its slow, steady rhythm makes the timing easy to feel. The social foxtrot or quickstep are also common starting points depending on what the class is teaching.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Yes, adults take up ballet regularly, and classes for grown-up beginners focus on posture, strength and control. Progress is gradual but very achievable at a pace that suits you.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no upper limit for recreational ballet. A professional path needs an early start, but adults of any age can dance for fitness, poise and enjoyment.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Common steps include the grapevine, the kick-ball-change, the pivot turn, the shuffle and the coaster step. Line dances combine these into fixed sequences, so learning them helps across many routines.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Simple four-wall dances with short, repeated sequences, such as the Cupid Shuffle, are good first choices. They use a handful of steps and are quick to pick up.

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