Urban Play

Urban Play — Dance Classes In London

Urban Play is a dance and movement school in south-west London, offering classes for adults both in person and online. It blends dance with fitness, stretch and conditioning in an inclusive, supportive way. The school suits people who want to move, build strength and improve flexibility without gym-style pressure. Beginners are made to feel at home from the first session.

About Urban Play

Reviewers highlight patient, motivating teaching that makes even the gym-averse look forward to turning up. The instructor is praised for supporting people through injuries while still gently pushing their limits. It comes across as encouraging, personal and genuinely enjoyable.

Classes & Dance Styles

Dance classes in London here run alongside stretch, conditioning and fitness sessions, giving a rounded approach to movement. A typical conditioning class opens with a short cardio warm-up, moves through targeted work for legs, arms, back and core, and closes with flexibility. Dance lessons in London welcome complete beginners, with each step taught clearly and patiently. In-person and online options make the classes easy to fit around daily life.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

A first session is relaxed and inclusive, with the teacher used to guiding total beginners through the basics. Comfortable activewear you can stretch and move in, plus supportive flat shoes or bare feet where appropriate, is all you need. Booking is described as easy and accommodating.

Location & Contact

The classes are based in south-west London, convenient for those nearby, with online sessions widening access further. Local access is typical for the area, and the remote option removes travel altogether.

• Address: London SW11 5LJ
• Phone: +44 7914 113942
• Website: http://www.urbanplaydance.com/

What Dancers Say About Urban Play

5/5 from 6 Google reviews.

I have been taking Stretch and Conditioning classes for adults for a couple of months and I highly recommend them. Classes start with a short cardio warm up, followed by 20m conditioning (legs, arms, back and abs exercises) and they end with a flexibility section that covers all major gymnastics stretches (front splits, side splits, pancake, pike and bridges). Conditioning changes every week so classes are never repetitive. Lana, the teacher, is extremely professional and energetic and ready to adapt exercises to take into account injuries. If you are looking for a way to keep fit and increase— Rossella Melchiotti

I have been doing the fitness class for most of the year and it has been amazing. As someone who hates going to the gym I love that I feel motivated during the class and Lana is great at supporting me when my injuries hold me back while at the same time gently pushing my limits. I couldn't ask for a better and more support teacher!!— Matthew Whitfield

Dance classes with Lana (In person and over Zoom) are amazing. For a complete beginner like myself, I instantly felt included and Lana is very patient in teaching each of the steps. Very accommodating and easy booking process. Lana is punctual, organised and very friendly. I can not recommend her highly enough.— E S

Amazing, upbeat, experienced teaching! You will be left buzzing after a class with Lana!!! She is a hidden gem. Genuine and humble but incredibly talented! I especially love the stretching and conditioning class which has hugely improved my flexibility which, as a women in her 40s, I am delighted with!!— Lisa Boardman

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is beginner-friendly once the basic step and timing click. It takes practice to flow, but simple patterns come together fairly quickly.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, people with no dance experience learn salsa all the time. Beginner classes build it up gradually so newcomers keep pace.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Adults can absolutely start ballet, with beginner classes suited to later learners. Regular practice develops strength, posture and flexibility over time.

What age is too late to start ballet?

It is never too late to take up ballet for fitness and enjoyment. Only professional performance careers depend on an early start.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

Typical basics are the grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle. Line dances repeat and combine these into full routines.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Simple four-wall dances using grapevines and basic steps are the easiest to learn. Ask about current class options directly.

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