Dance Schools in London

Carbonero Academy

Central School of Ballet is a world‑class centre for professional dance training in London’s South Bank. Established in 1982 by Ann Stannard and Christopher Gable, it offers vocational degree courses validated by the University of Kent alongside a Junior School for ages 3–18, an Associate Programme and adult classes. The school’s Countess of Wessex Studios provide state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and its in‑house syllabus across 11 levels emphasises rhythm, posture and artistry. Junior School classes take place after school on Tuesday to Thursday evenings, with boys’ classes on Wednesdays and trial lessons available; fees are paid termly with discounts and bursaries available.

City Academy

Classical Ballet Studios

Club Azucar - Latin Dance

Conservatoire for Dance & Drama

A Knightsbridge-based academy providing ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, street and acro/gymnastics for children aged 3–16. Classes nurture confidence, technique and creativity across multiple styles in a friendly, professional environment. Performances, RAD exams and holiday workshops give students extra opportunities to shine.

Dance Amore Studio is a ballroom and Latin dance academy founded by professional dancer Simone Arena. The studio welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities and notes that no partner is required. It offers private lessons, group classes, wedding dance tuition and corporate entertainment across styles such as tango, cha cha, salsa, waltz and jive. New students can start with an introductory consultation, and tuition pages outline private lesson rates and packages.

Dance Art London is a Paddington dance studio founded by former international ballroom and Latin champions Vlad and Lena Shalnev. For over twenty years they have shared their passion for dance with people of all ages and abilities, offering private lessons, group classes and kids programmes in ballroom and Latin American dance alongside Latin Fusion, Salsa, Argentine Tango, Ballet and Pilates. The studio hosts supervised practice sessions, social dance nights and wedding or corporate dance packages in a luxury environment. Classes are taught by champion teachers who are fellows of the International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA) and UK Alliance.

Dance Attic Rehearsal Studios

Dance College

Dance Gallery

Dance4Water London is a Cuban salsa collective that raises funds for WaterAid. It hosts Cuban Salsa, Rueda de Casino and Afro-Cuban folklore classes every Monday evening at a Paddington venue. The group aims to build community while donating profits to provide clean water. Classes use partner rotation formats and list budget-friendly pricing for single classes and passes.

DanceCrazy Studios is a North London dance school offering an extensive range of classes for girls and boys from age 3 upwards. Professional, highly qualified teachers provide training in ballet, tap, modern, jazz, acro, contemporary, lyrical, commercial and hip hop as well as drama, musical theatre and strength & flexibility. Saturday classes follow the RAD, ISTD and Acrobatic Arts syllabi, while weekday classes offer additional training and competition teams.

DanceWest Studio - DanceWest is West London's Community Dance Organisation.

Dancebuzz Dance Classes

Danceworks is a central London dance studio established in 1982 that provides a friendly and inclusive environment for dance and fitness. It operates nine professional studios with changing facilities and offers an extensive programme of open classes, workshops, masterclasses and short courses for all abilities from beginners to professionals. Classes cover styles such as ballet, contemporary, jazz, street/commercial, tap, musical theatre, world dance and fitness, and the studios are available for hire or private events. Danceworks is accredited for its short courses by the British Accreditation Council.

Dani Grant School of Dance offers ballet and tap classes for children and adults in Islington, Wallington and Carshalton. Experienced teachers nurture talent in a supportive environment, inspiring a love of dance and providing personalised attention. The school follows the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, offers adult ballet and tap classes, and organises performances and opportunities to progress. Prospective students can register for a trial class, and the school has a safeguarding policy with a designated safeguarding lead and clear procedures to protect students.

The Dilek Taptik School of Dance (DT Dance) is a ballet school in London specialising in classical ballet. The programme offers Baby Ballet (ages 3.5–5), graded Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus classes and vocational training leading to exams, as well as adult ballet classes. Term fees range from £130 for Pre-Primary to £185 for advanced levels, with paid trial classes costing £8 for children and £10 for adults. A paid trial is required before enrolment, and staff members are DBS-checked (as stated on the site).

Discover Dance UK

Dream of Dance in London offers structured Ballroom and Latin lessons designed to help students build confidence and style. The school encourages everyone to unleash their inner dancer and provides warm‑up, partner‑change and social dancing elements in a friendly environment. Lessons follow the ISTD syllabus and cater to all levels, emphasising fitness and enjoyment.

East London Dance (ELD) is a not-for-profit organisation supporting east London’s dance scene. It delivers adult dance classes and provides free Hip-Hop and Street Dance programmes for young people, alongside community projects and development opportunities. The organisation emphasises inclusivity and collects participant details for safeguarding and emergency contact purposes.

Elite Dancers Academy - Chiswick Dance Classes at ArtsEd

English National Ballet School