Janet Clark School of Dancing

Janet Clark School of Dancing — Dance Classes In London

The Janet Clark School of Dancing is an established dance school in the Walthamstow area of east London. It offers tuition for local students looking for a settled, familiar place to learn. The school provides a route into dance for a range of ages and abilities in this part of the capital. Newcomers can join without any prior experience.

About Janet Clark School of Dancing

The school has the feel of a long-standing local institution, the kind of place where students return year after year. It suits people who prefer a steady neighbourhood school over a large commercial studio.

Classes & Dance Styles

The dance classes in London here span several styles, with the potential for ballet classes in London to provide a technical grounding. Dance lessons in London at this school are taught at a pace that lets beginners find their feet, and adult dance classes in London give grown-ups their own space. Sociable styles such as salsa and line dancing add variety for those who want it. Classes are arranged by ability so every student works at a suitable level.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

A first class is relaxed and welcoming, with no expectation that you already know the steps. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and suitable soft shoes, and the teacher will ease you in gently.

Location & Contact

The school is based in the Walthamstow area of east London, a residential district well served by local transport and easy to reach on foot from surrounding streets.

• Address: 23 The Avenue, London E17 9NG
• Phone: +44 20 8801 3815

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is easy to begin because the basic step is a simple repeating pattern set to the music. Most beginners are dancing along within their first lesson, with finer points coming later.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, salsa is well suited to beginners, and most people start with no experience. Classes assume nothing and build from the basics.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Adults can take up ballet and gain real benefits in posture and control. Adult beginner work is taught without assuming any earlier training.

What age is too late to start ballet?

There is no age that is too late to learn ballet for enjoyment and fitness. Adult classes welcome beginners of every age.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Common basics include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. These combine to form full line-dance routines.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short four-wall dances with repeating steps are the easiest to start with. The school can point you towards a suitable beginner routine.

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