The Marilyn Jones Dance Centre is a well-regarded dance school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, offering a wide spread of styles for children of all ages. Families praise both the variety of classes and the quality of the teaching team. It suits young dancers keen to try different styles and take part in regular shows.
Parents describe a genuine family feel, with teachers who build confidence and self-belief as much as dance skill. Pupils make quick progress and are made to feel welcome by staff and fellow dancers alike, with singing classes complementing the dancing.
The centre teaches an impressively varied timetable, so families seeking dance classes in Newcastle and dance classes in Newcastle upon Tyne will find styles to suit different tastes and ages. Adults and older beginners interested in adult dance classes in Newcastle, adult dance classes in Newcastle upon Tyne, salsa classes in Newcastle or line dancing in Newcastle should ask what runs alongside the children's programme. Classes are grouped by level, and regular shows give pupils a real goal. The breadth of styles means dancers can explore and find what they love.
A first class is warm and welcoming, with teachers who help newcomers settle quickly. Wear comfortable, movement-friendly clothing and suitable soft shoes for the style, and bring water.
The centre is based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, convenient for families across the town and nearby parts of the area.
My 7 year old daughter and 3 year old son are both part of the Marilyn Jones Dance Centre family and they absolutely love it! They participate in a wide variety of dancing styles and singing classes. There are fantastic opportunities to take part in regular shows as well as working on technique and progressing through official exam grades. The teaching staff are all highly skilled, wonderful with the children and help to create a supportive and nurturing environment for the pupils to shine. It’s lovely as a parent to see their confidence and self-esteem develop and to watch their friendships g— Joni Wilkinson
My daughter has danced at this amazing dance school for a number of years. Both the facilities and variety of classes on offer caters for all dancing tastes. More importantly the quality of the instruction provided by Maria, Marilyn and the whole team is amazing. My daughter has progressed amazingly as a consequence. In addition she absolutely loves the environment provided which caters for all ability levels. Would definitely recommend to any parents who are looking for a dance studio for their child .— Dan Cart
My daughter started to take classes here a few months ago and the progress she has made in that time is amazing. Not only that, she has been made to feel so welcome by the teachers and students alike. Miss Maria has spent a lot of time building my daughter's confidence and self belief and it is clear to see that there is a strong supportive ethos amongst the students and staff at MJDC ❤.— SUM MER
The best Dancing school ever!!!!
Absolutely so professional and perfect in EVERYWAY!!!! If you want the best then go with the best to this school and sing and dance your heart out and if you want a career in the industry of entertainments then you'll be at the right place to make your dreams come true 🙂— Radio Gaga
The basic salsa step is quick to pick up, and most beginners have it within a lesson or two. Timing and partner work grow steadily with practice.
Yes, beginner salsa assumes no experience at all. From the basic step, non-dancers are soon moving to the music.
Common basics include the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. Most beginner dances reuse these same moves.
Short four-wall routines with repeating patterns are the easiest starting point. Ask the centre which beginner dances they teach first.
Yes, many styles are danced solo or in a group where no fixed partner is needed. Even partner dances can be practised individually in class.
Comfortable clothing you can move freely in is ideal, with the right soft shoes for the style you are trying. Bring water and dress in layers you can adjust.