New Beginners
Latin & Ballroom Weekly Classes
on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Starting
5th, 6th & 8th
January 2026

What You Need to Know

  • NO NEED TO BOOK OR PRE-REGISTER
  • Just come along on the night
  • Classes are pay-as-you-go
  • Cash/cheque only, no card/phone payments
  • Only pay for the classes you attend
  • No up-front course fees
  • Switch nights to suit your schedule
  • No experience needed or expected
  • Come on your own or with a partner
  • Casual dress, normal shoes are fine
  • Dancing for COMPLETE beginners
  • Term runs until near Easter

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Ballroom and Latin Classes in Bristol

We teach Ballroom and Latin dancing to adults of all ages. Our beginners classes are aimed at people with no dancing experience. You have probably seen most of these styles danced on Strictly Come Dancing.

We teach Waltz, Quickstep, Rhythm Foxtrot, Cha Cha Cha, Samba and Jive at our weekly beginners classes. As you progress, we introduce Rumba, Tango, Slow Foxtrot and Viennese Waltz in our higher level classes.

We look forward to teaching you to dance!

Students in a dance lesson
Admin Swim4Sure
Admin Swim4Sure
2 weeks ago

My wife and I absolutely love this dance class! Thursday night is certainly a highlight of our week now! What a laugh we have trying to learn the different dances. The tuition is put across in such a wonderful easy step by step way that you’ll find yourself dancing without even realising it! Eric & Gail are so very patient and excellent at what they do, putting everyone at ease and helping them to find their feet and rhythm! Highly recommend! Give it a try and find out for yourself!

Key Facts

Anyone Can Dance

These are relaxed adult beginners dance classes that are for anybody over the age of 18 who is able to move freely and easily.

Casual Dress and Any Kind of Shoes

Wear whatever is comfortable for moving in, normal shoes are fine.

No Need To Book

Just turn up at the venue! We use large halls and there will always be room for you. Ideally it’s best to start in the first few weeks of term.

No Previous Experience Necessary

Dancing for complete beginners. We make the assumption that you have never danced a single step before!

Come as a Couple or on Your Own

The dance classes are for both couples and individuals. Please see the FAQ for details.

Pay As You Go (Cash/Cheque Only)

Only pay for the classes you attend. Pay at the door when you arrive before each class. Cash/Cheque only.

Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to come with a partner

All of our classes welcome both couples and single dancers. If you are attending with a partner and wish to remain dancing with them for the duration of the class that's absolutely fine.

We can't guarantee a partner for everyone who comes along without one, as it depends on the numbers and the balance of attendees. But don't let that stop you! Come along, see who's there, and decide if you'd like to join in. If you'd rather not dance, we'll give you a full refund, no problem.

I’m sorry but we cannot arrange/find partners for you. Of course, if you prefer to dance solo throughout the class, that's perfectly okay too.

Can I switch nights?

You can switch between Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights. We follow the same lesson plan for all three classes within the same week and you are welcome to switch nights should any unexpected work or family commitments arise.

How much does it cost?

All classes are £8.50 per person per class. Classes are pay-as-you-go. We can only accept cash or cheque payment at the classes. We cannot accept contactless payments. You pay at the start of each class and there is no need to book, just show up. You only ever pay for the classes you attend.

How should I dress for class?

The classes are relaxed and casual so anything you feel comfortable in is fine. Just wear comfortable clothes that you can move freely in. You can wear normal shoes, preferably ones that allow your foot to swivel on the floor. Please don’t buy dance shoes especially for class before you have tried it.

Can I start this week?

If it is not the first few weeks of term you really need to wait until the beginning of the next term. We build up the dances week on week and after about three weeks, it will be difficult to catch up. Please join the emailing list to get new term notifications. If you have previous Ballroom and Latin experience, contact us for an appropriate level class.

I have two left feet, is it worth me coming?

Most people can dance, they just don’t know it yet. Some people will pick things up more quickly than others. We do not expect you to know anything about dancing. Everyone will be too busy with their own feet to notice what you are doing and you may even surprise yourself.

What happens in class, are there tests?

We explain and demonstrate a short group of steps, we then walk the ladies through their steps, then the men walk through their steps. Then everyone tries it with a partner. We repeat the process ironing out problems or refining the steps and then we practice to music. Each week we review what we have done before, then we add more so that the dances build up. There are no exams, and students can progress to the higher level classes the following term if they feel confident to do so.

How long are terms?

We try to run our terms to coincide approximately with school terms so usually a term lasts twelve to fourteen weeks. We have three terms a year starting in January, April/May and September.

Do I need to book ahead?

You do not need to book ahead. Just come to class in the first few weeks of term and pay for each lesson as you arrive. You don’t pay for lessons you miss and there is no up front cost or commitment for a whole term.

What dance styles do you teach in class?

We teach ballroom and Latin dances. Each lesson looks at two different styles and we spend a few weeks on them before moving onto other styles. We start beginners with the waltz and cha cha cha, and will cover foxtrot, jive, samba and quickstep in the first term. In later terms we add rumba, tango and Viennese waltz.

I have danced ballet/salsa/LeRoc/etc before do I still need to go to beginners?

Yes, although you will probably pick up the steps at a faster rate, it is best to do the beginners to understand the fundamental ideas and principles involved. If you want to supplement the beginners by attending the improvers class as well, then that will help you progress faster, with your Latin and Ballroom dancing.

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