So you want to learn to ballroom dance? Perhaps you've been watching Strictly Come Dancing and fancy giving it a go?
Whether it's for fun, fitness or even your wedding first dance you can find something here to cater for your needs. Let's say you want to learn to dance a sexy Salsa, or how about a passionate Tango? There's always a classic Waltz or a jumping Jive.
Dancing is a low impact, highly aerobic exercise form and is definitely more fun that going to the gym (unless you like that sort of thing!)
You are never too old (or too young!!!) to start learning and anyone can learn to dance - there really is no such things as two left feet! We have helped people of all ages find a love for dancing. From our under 10's and under 18's to adult classes we even have classes available for just the over 50's.
Learn To Dance is a Ballroom and Latin American dance school based in Eton Wick in Berkshire. We also provide classes in Eton, Burnham and Maidenhead. Meet our teachers on our About Us page.
You can see our class timetable by clicking the 'classes' link above or here. Our latest news can be viewed in the left-hand column or by visiting our news page where you can also download useful documents such as our class timetables, dates for your diary and schedule of when we're covering particular dances. You can also sign up to our email newsletter list here too.
Prices for classes and private lessons can be found on the prices page and don't forget to check out our social events page for nights out and dance holidays.
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Dances taught include:
Waltz - Classic; timeless; a smooth roller coaster of undulating rise and fall with just the right amount of sway thrown in; the Waltz is a beautiful dance to spectate as well as participate.
Quickstep - Quickstep developed from the slow Foxtrot, where some of the steps were felt to make the dance too fast and not in keeping with the style of the dance. These evolved into the fast-paced floor-coverer we know and love from 'Strictly', with couple's now able to leap across the floor in perfect harmony.
Foxtrot - Smooth, sophisticated, elegant.all words to describe Antony, but also his favourite dance the Foxtrot. Classic Sinatra and Bobby Darin are best but Paul Anka's 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' is a great twist on a modern classic.
Tango - Buenos Aires, a Goucho returns from working in the fields all day. Hot, sweaty and with chilli breath he might not be the most appetising of men, but he's certainly got a big wallet. Enter Roxanne, the quintessential 'lady of the night' looking to make sure our Goucho spends his money on her and no other lady in the room.
Viennese Waltz - Vienna, home of the famous New Year Ball with couples from all around the world turning endlessly in perfect synchronisation.well eventually anyway! Best to start off getting used to the speed in a straight line before throwing in any spins!
Cha Cha - A cheeky and slightly fast dance, featured in Dirty Dancing, the Cha Cha Cha got it's name from the sound a dancer's feet make whilst chasseing across the floor (so definitely not "Char Char Char" as some 'judges' would have you believe!)
Rumba - 'The dance of love' it may be known as, but it is more the dance of restrained passion. Both dancers enticing the other with yearning looks and sensual hips, the trick to Rumba is all about the promise of what could be, without actually getting 'down and dirty'.
Samba - The dance of the Brazilian carnivals this is a fun and 'bouncy' dance straight from the streets of Rio de Janeiro. Definitely not for the shy at heart there should be lots of hip wiggling and colourful outfits.
Salsa - A modern favourite of clubs around the world, Salsa (like the sauce) is an amalgamation of various components. Featuring steps from Mambo, Rumba, Cha Cha Cha and Merengue (to name but a few); Salsa is a versatile dance that can be simple to learn, but difficult to master.
Paso Doble - The epitome of the Spanish bullfight this is actually a French dance. A surprisingly good representation of a real bullfight with very distinctive music. Although modern music can be used it works best with traditional tracks.
Jive - The classic 'Rock and Roll' dance that's high energy and great fun (just like Emma-Lou!) Brought to the UK by the American GI's during WWII it originated from the Jitterbug and can be danced to anything from Elvis to Michael Jackson!
Beginner classes are operating three times a week, along with improver, intermediate and technique classes; and private lessons are available upon request. We also teach at local schools and clubs and provide corporate and private events.
- Looking to buy for a friend or loved one? Why not purchase a voucher for either a block of classes, or a private lesson. Please see the shop for more details.
- Already know how to dance? How about checking out our improvers, intermediate or advance classes, or just attend one of our social events.
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To see the calendar for our classes, any events we are attending/hosting, and private lesson availability please visit the calendar page or see the mini-calendar for events on the right-hand side of the page.