Firth School Of Dancing

Firth School Of Dancing — Dance Classes In Leicester

Firth School of Dancing runs weekly ballroom and Latin classes at the Blaby and District Social Centre near Leicester, led by an experienced teacher named Sheila. Pupils describe a friendly, patient group where beginners are made to feel at ease and regulars keep refining their dances. The mood is sociable, with plenty of laughter alongside the learning. For anyone after ballroom dancing in Leicester with a warm atmosphere, it is a well-regarded choice.

About Firth School Of Dancing

The school is guided by Sheila, whose experience and knack for getting nervous beginners moving is often praised. Classes are held at the Blaby and District Social Centre, also known as Blaby Village Hall, giving them a relaxed community feel. The teaching balances patient technique work with an enjoyable group spirit.

Classes & Dance Styles

Weekly ballroom and Latin sessions form the core, so those seeking ballroom dancing in Leicester and adult dance classes in Leicester will feel at home. Newcomers looking for dance lessons in Leicester are eased in gently, while regulars work on perfecting the dances they already know. If salsa classes in Leicester or line dancing in Leicester interest you, it is worth asking what fits the current timetable. Whatever the style, classes suit both first-timers and those wanting to sharpen up.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Come in comfortable clothing that lets you move, with shoes that slide smoothly on a hall floor. Arriving a few minutes early gives you time to settle into the friendly group. Sheila is known for getting complete beginners going, so nerves soon fade.

Location & Contact

Blaby lies just south of Leicester, easily reached from the city and the villages around it.

• Address: Strictly Fun at Blaby & District Social Centre, Leicester Rd, Blaby LE8 4GQ
• Phone: +44 116 277 1909
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 7:30-8:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 7:30-8:30 pm
  • Friday: 7-8 pm

What Dancers Say About Firth School Of Dancing

5/5 from 2 Google reviews.

Excellent dance teaching. We go to one of their evening ballroom/ Latin dance classes each week. The teachers are very helpful and patient with us. The group is friendly and welcoming. The classes are held at Blaby & District Social Centre/ Blaby Village Hall and we have attended on Tuesdays and Fridays, though they also hold a class on Monday as well. We are complete beginners but there are people at all different levels in the classes. The teachers are very attentive to the various needs of their students and everyone progresses at their own pace. They also hold a Saturday Dance once a month— Angua Von Uberwald

We love our dancing lessons every week, we have a laugh and we always learn something new and work on perfecting the dances we know. Sheila is a very experienced teacher and great at getting you going even if you have never danced before.— Laraine Tucker

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

Join a beginners class, where the hold and a few basic steps are taught step by step. Regular weekly attendance usually has you dancing a simple routine within a few weeks.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz is a common first dance thanks to its clear three-beat rhythm. Many people also start with a social foxtrot, whose walking action transfers to other dances.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is fairly quick to grasp once the rhythm settles, though timing rewards a little practice. The basic step is simple, and turns follow before long.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, beginner salsa is designed for those who have never danced. Steps are built up from the start, so no experience is needed.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

The grapevine, the shuffle, the pivot turn, the kick-ball-change and the coaster step are among the staples. Most dances combine a few of these and repeat them through the routine.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

A short four-wall dance repeating one simple sequence is the easiest starting point. Built from a few basic steps, it is quick to remember and enjoyable to dance.

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