If you've been daydreaming about stepping into a dance studio and unleashing your inner dancer, now is the perfect time to make it a reality! Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, meet new people, or simply have a great time, dancing has something special to offer. Get ready to discover the joy and freedom of moving to the beat.
There are so many Sydney dance classes for first timers to try, from beginners courses to more intermediate and advanced level classes. There are even fun dance classes for kids. So, if you’re just starting out, it’s only going to get more exciting and fun from here!
If you're a little unsure about dipping your toes into the world of dance or haven't yet discovered which dance style speaks to you, we've got your back! In this guide, we will walk you through all the different types of dance classes that you can sign up for this year. From ballet to salsa, hip-hop to contemporary, there's something for everyone. We want you to explore your options and find the class that truly ignites your passion.
Check out some of these courses:
• Beginner’s Dance Class with Rhiannon Blanche
This one hour class will teach you the basics of Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical or Contemporary Dance, but don’t be intimidated. Rhiannon has a gift for making dance fun for all ages. The class can accommodate up to 18 students, and it’s recommended that you wear tight, flexible clothes and appropriate footwear (socks, ballet shoes, or Jazz shoes).
The class is in Curl Curl, but Rhiannon can also travel up fo 30km to meet you where you’re most comfortable!
If you’re looking for something more akin to an extreme workout class, head on over to Alexandria for a fun Rumba class. Rumba is a style of Colombian dance that pulls from Champeta, Reggaeton, Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, Africano, and Samba, and if you don’t know what any of those are, don’t worry about it. Just know that it’s upbeat, fast-paced, and lots and lots of fun. The class will start out with slowed-down instruction and then you’ll get a chance to show your stuff and work up a sweat.
This one-hour class is available upon request or when classes are posted.
• Bollywood Dance Class with Garima Rawat
If you’ve every watched a Bollywood film, you probably thought about how cool it would be to learn the dance moves. And now, in just one hour, you can! Garima will show you the steps and have you dancing along to Bollywood music in no time!
Head on over to Dulwich Hill to start enjoying Bollywood films in a new way!
• Kpop Private Dance Class with Mitchel Yee
Kpop is taking over the world with its captivating music and great dance moves. This one-on-one hour-long class is amazing for anyone from beginners to the more advanced who want to learn how to join the kpop craze. All that you need to do is show up with a water bottle, towel, and comfortable clothes because it will definitely be a workout.
Mitchel generally holds his classes in Campsie but is willing to travel. Don’t miss out on this great workshop!
• Open Hiphop Dance Lessons with Jeffery Hu
Hiphop may feel like one of those things that you’re either good at or not, but Jeffery is an expert at proving that idea wrong. His engaging and pressure-free hour-long workshops allow students to find their own movement through the traditional steps of hiphop. No prior experience required.
This class takes place in Campsie or within 7km.
• Beginner Ballet, Tap and Contemporary Dance Workshop with Issy Wright
Issy is all about helping you learn the foundations of dance in a wonderful, engaging class. From tap, lyrical, ballet or contemporary, you’ll learn the modern techniques of dance so that your dancing is always improving.
This one and a half hour class takes place in North Sydney.
• Basic Steps for Latin Rhythms Dance Class with Fanny Moreno
Head on over to Epping to spend an hour and a half learning how to dance to Latin music with Fanny. It’s a great, friendly atmosphere where you’ll learn the basic steps to a variety of Latin-based dance styles. Classes are generally small, with no more than 5 students.
• Salsa Dance Class with Connection Studios
Last but not least, you’ll definitely want to check out this high-energy dance class with Connection Studios in Surry Hills. This class can get quite large, with up to 30 people, and that’s because it is two hours of pure fun.
With all of these wonderful dance options available, there’s no better time to find your inner rhythm. You’ll have fun, you’ll get a good workout, and you’ll meet great people.
Enjoy!