WhizzDance

WhizzDance — Dance Classes In London

WhizzDance is a London dance school best known for its children's classes in tap, ballet and jazz, based at a centre in the SW16 area. Families return year after year, and the school also runs holiday activity camps for younger pupils. It suits parents looking for structured, exam-friendly dance training in a supportive setting. The focus is firmly on nurturing young dancers as they grow in skill and confidence.

About WhizzDance

Parents describe an inclusive, encouraging place where children flourish and even late starters are helped to catch up. Teaching is praised as professional and warm, with instructors who clearly enjoy working with children. It suits families who want their child to feel supported while working towards exams and performances.

Classes & Dance Styles

Sitting among dance classes in London for young people, WhizzDance covers tap, ballet and jazz with clear progression through levels and graded exams. The dance lessons London parents look for here come with performance opportunities that give pupils a goal to work towards. While the school's strength is ballet classes London families trust for children, adult dance classes London-wide would need a different, adult-focused provider. Newcomers are eased in even when joining a group that has been dancing together for years.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

A child's first class usually means comfortable dancewear, hair tied back and the right soft shoes, though the school can advise on specifics. Expect a settling-in period as your child learns the routines the rest of the group already knows. Staff are used to welcoming new starters and helping them find their feet.

Location & Contact

The school operates from a centre in the SW16 part of south London, within easy reach of the surrounding neighbourhoods. Contact WhizzDance for exact class times and the best way to arrive.

• Address: Wellfield Centre, Wellfield Rd, London SW16 2BP
• Phone: +44 7931 019573
• Website: http://www.whizzdance.com/
• Opening hours:
  • Tuesday: 4-8 pm
  • Wednesday: 4-7 pm
  • Thursday: 4-7:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-12:30 pm

What Dancers Say About WhizzDance

5/5 from 4 Google reviews.

My daughter has been at WhizzDance for over 6 years doing tap, ballet and jazz as well as going to their school holiday camps when she was younger. WhizzDance is an inclusive, positive and encouraging place and she has flourished there. They have given her the opportunity to explore many types of dance, prepare for exams and be on stage for their fabulous shows. The teachers have taken the time to really get to know her, what’s she’s capable of and to push her to be the best she can be as a dancer. This means she not only loves her dance lessons now but it’s given her a lifelong love of dancin— Ally Watson

My daughter joined WhizzDance relatively late aged nine, coming into a class the other pupils her age had been doing for years. Maria was convinced my daughter would be able catch up and encouraged her from day one – and she has gone on to take two exams and perform in the WhizzDance show. This is a truly wonderful dance school that wants everyone to discover the joy of dancing and the self-confidence it brings. Can’t recommend it highly enough!— Elaine Robb

My daughter has been attending Miss Rachel's ballet classes at WhizzDance for 2 years. She has absolutely loved her classes. The level of teaching and professionalism has been great. The teacher is wonderful with the children.— Jennifer Hadley

My daughter attended Ballet and Musical Theatre with Whizz Dance and loved it. Great teachers, well organised, lovely performing arts school.— Hannah Mccormack

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is it to learn salsa?

Salsa is manageable for most beginners once the basic step clicks, with timing improving through practice. WhizzDance centres on children's tap, ballet and jazz, so salsa would mean looking elsewhere.

Can a non-dancer learn salsa?

Yes, salsa is routinely taught to people with no dance background. Any complete beginner can start from the basics at a class that offers it.

Is it possible to learn ballet as an adult?

Adults can absolutely learn ballet, and many schools run beginner classes for them. WhizzDance focuses on younger dancers, so an adult ballet programme would suit better.

What age is too late to start ballet?

For enjoyment and fitness there is no cut-off, and beginners start at every age. Age only limits professional performance careers, not recreational study.

What are 5 basic steps in line dancing?

The grapevine, step-touch, kick-ball-change, pivot turn and shuffle are common foundations. Line dancing is separate from the styles taught here, so a dedicated class would cover them.

What is the easiest line dance to learn for beginners?

Short, repetitive dances such as the Electric Slide are among the friendliest to start with. A specialist line-dance session is the best place to learn one properly.

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