If you're thinking about dance classes for your child in Dorchester, you might be wondering what that first class is actually like. Will they be shy? Do they need special shoes? What if they've never danced before?
Honestly, most of our dancers started exactly there. I remember how members of our Performance Crew used to dance with their Mums, some even hiding behind their legs. All children learn and develop differently. Some watch for weeks but do all the moves at home, while others join in the first time and never look back.
Which class should they try?
We teach children from age 2 upwards, so there's something for every age:
Little ones (2 to 4): Melody Bear, full of music, props and imagination
Primary age: Ballet, Tap, Modern and Musical Theatre, Street and Hip Hop.
Older children: Contemporary, Acro, Leaps Kicks and Turns and more
Not sure? That's fine. Our trial lets them try different styles to see what they love.
What happens in a first class?
A friendly hello at the door and help finding the right studio
A warm-up that's more fun than it sounds
Simple steps, lots of encouragement, and plenty of laughing
We try to buddy up new children so they never feel alone and dance friends are for life.
What should they wear?
Comfy clothes they can move in and their hair tied back. No need to buy anything special before the trial. We have most sizes of tap shoes so no-one has to buy a pair until their feet stop growing, and there is a box of ballet shoes although not all identical pairs!
Do they have to do exams?
No. Exams are there if your child wants them, but they're never the main focus. We care much more about confidence, friendships and having fun.
How to start
A trial is £15 and includes two weeks of classes, so your child can try a few styles and see what they enjoy most.
Find your class and book a trial
We'd love to welcome you to the Just Dance family. Dance. Laugh. Belong.