Heather’s Dance Company

Heather's Dance Company — Dance Classes In Canterbury

Heather's Dance Company is a dance school at Goodnestone, near Canterbury, teaching a wide spread of styles to children and young dancers. It is a school built around exams, competitions and an ambitious annual show. Families speak highly of it, describing children who have passed dance exams, competed around the country and made lasting friends.

About Heather's Dance Company

The atmosphere is nurturing and achievement-minded, with parents crediting the teaching for keeping their children fit, happy and thriving. Reviewers highlight the range of styles for all ages, success at ISTD exams and competitions, and an end-of-year show described as amazing. It suits children keen to progress and take on exams and performance.

Classes & Dance Styles

The school covers a broad range of styles for dancers of different ages, giving children plenty of ground to explore. Students can work towards recognised ISTD exams and enter competitions, so there is a clear path for those who want to push on. Alongside the technical side, the annual show gives dancers a chance to perform and shine. For families searching for dance classes in Canterbury, ballroom dancing in Canterbury, salsa classes in Canterbury or line dancing in Canterbury, it is worth noting the school's focus sits mainly with children's dance disciplines, so it is best to check which styles run.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Newcomers can expect a warm, encouraging welcome and teaching matched to a child's age and stage. Comfortable dancewear and the appropriate soft shoes are ideal, with specifics depending on the style, and it helps to bring water. Arriving a little early lets a child settle before class.

Location & Contact

The school is based at Goodnestone, near Canterbury, reachable for families across the surrounding area. Given the village setting, parking is generally the practical way to arrive.

• Address: Avenue Lodge, The St, Goodnestone, Canterbury CT3 1PQ
• Phone: +44 7508 259255
• Website: https://www.heathersdancecompany.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 3-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 3-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 3-9 pm
  • Thursday: 3-9 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-3 pm

What Dancers Say About Heather's Dance Company

5/5 from 2 Google reviews.

Heather's Dance Company is a fantastic dance school. My daughter has gained so much from dancing here, she has passed many dance exams, competed successfully at competitions around the Country and made friends for life not only that but it keeps her fit and healthy too. The teachers are all very professional and loved by all of the children and Heather herself continues to make positive improvements to the dance school and provide as many opportunities to the children as possible.— Micha West

Great Dance School – all three of our daughters have been dancing with Heather. She offers a huge range of dance styles for all ages. My middle daughter enters lots of competitions and is also doing her ISTD exams. And to top it off Miss Heather puts on the most amazing end of year Showcase show at The Gulbenkian. A brilliant dance school would highly recommend— Tim Stephen

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you start ballroom dancing?

The usual way in is a beginners' class teaching basic hold, posture and steps from scratch. Since this school focuses mainly on children's styles, it is worth checking what ballroom options run.

What ballroom dance to learn first?

The waltz or a simple social dance is a common starting point for timing and frame. A teacher can advise on the best first style for you.

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is learnable once you get the timing, which most beginners manage within a few sessions. It is worth asking the school whether salsa features on the timetable.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, beginner salsa is designed for people with no experience at all. You start from the fundamentals and build up.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Line dancing commonly includes the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and heel dig. These combine into the routines you would learn.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short, repetitive dances are the friendliest to begin with, letting you settle into the rhythm first. Ask the school about beginner-friendly routines.

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