SCHOOL DIRECTORIES
Directory of Schools which have participated recently in Chance to Dance Exeter
The Directory is for all interested in Dance.
Chance to Dance Exeter does not endorse or promote any of the schools listed in the directory, they are purely listed through their participation
The public are advised to check qualifications and legitimacy when choosing dance activities to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Devon Schools
Dance Styles taught: I.S.T.D Ballet, Modern and Tap, Street Dance, Disney Pop, Baby Ballet and Musical Theatre, Acro & Performing Arts Academy.
Brief description of classes:
Dance Act provide almost 70 classes each week run from beautiful purpose-built dance studios in Hextable, Kent, run by qualified instructors with years of experience. We pride ourselves in the creation of supportive, fun and enjoyable environments where our students can enjoy learning to the best of their ability. Whether just for fun or as a foundation to a professional career in the Performing Arts, Dance Act offers enjoyable classes at an excellently high standard for students aged from 3 to 20.
Location: Weekday and Saturday locations: Hextable, Swanley, Kent. After School classes held at St. Michaels Prep School, Otford, Sevenoaks
Contact name Vikki Aldridge
Email: info@danceact.co.uk
Tel no:. 07811373247
Website: www.danceact.co.uk/classes
Dance styles taught: RAD Ballet, ISTD Tap & Modern, commercial Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Progressing Ballet Technique & Technique and Conditioning Classes
Established East Devon school, RAD and ISTD syllabus registered. Classes from 2 and a half to adults.
Location: Sidmouth, Honiton, West Hill, Seaton, Colyton & Fenton.
Contact name: Lynne Thorne
Tel No: 01395 577088
Website: www.eastdevondanceacademy.co.uk
Dance styles taught: Dance styles taught: Ballet, Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Street, Contemporary, Cheer and Acro, Musical theatre.
Classes for children aged 2-18 in a variety of dance styles. Opportunities for exams, festivals and shows.
Location: Exeter Studios, St Thomas Methodist Church, Exminster Westbank Centre
Contact name: Suzie Amiet
Email: office@exeteracademyofdance.co.uk
Website: www.exeteracademyofdance.co.uk
Dance styles taught: Jazz/Street, Commercial, Lyrical Ballet, Acrobatic Arts.
Brief description of classes: Footlights Dance Academy is a non-exam based dance school which offers a variety of performances for children to take part in and to feel a part of community, as well as working alongside professionals in the dance industry. Footlights Dance Academy is proud to inspire children of all ages and to give them a passion for dance whilst gaining confidence and social skills. At Footlights Dance Academy we dance with a difference.
Location: Dawlish & Teignmouth
Contact Name: Ellie Riley
Email: info@footlightsdanceacademy.co.uk
Tel No: 07837145058
Website: www.footlightsdanceacademy.co.uk
Dance styles taught: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Commercial, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre
Brief description of classes:
Classes available from 2-adults, held in our permanent studios in Bridgwater, Somerset with branches in Bradninch and Broadclyst, Devon. ISTD examinations, with regular performance and competition opportunities. Classes taught by professional and fully qualified teachers.
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset TA6, Bradninch & Broadclyst Devon
Contact name Tamzynn Williamson
Email: foxkingdanceacademy@yahoo.com
Tel no:. 07788 752491 / 01278 434623
Website: http://www.foxkingdanceacademy.com
Dance tyles taught: Beginners Ballet; Funky Ballet; Musical Theatre; Lyrical contemporary; Beginners Tap; Singing Brief description of classes: IJW (which stands for It’s Just Walking) is an adult amateur dance company formed in January 2025. We meet each week for our extremely fun classes and prepare for our yearly show which runs in February – just for friends and family. Location: The Cygnet Theatre, Friars Gate, Exeter Contact name: Helena Email: ijwdanceco@gmail.com
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At S&G Dance Academy, we believe dance is far more than an art form—it’s a powerful way for children and young adults to express themselves, build confidence, and develop discipline. We offer a structured and professional approach to dance education by following recognised syllabi, such as the RAD ballet syllabus, IDTA and Acrobatic Arts programme, alongside non-syllabi classes in a wide range of dance genres, open to everyone from age 2½ to 18, with additional Adult Ballet and Jazz & Tap classes. Students have plenty of opportunities to perform, including dance festivals/competitions across the South West, Chance to Dance Exeter and our annual school show.
Dance styles taught:
Ballet, AcroDance, Tap, Contemporary Modern, Street Jazz, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop & Commercial, Strength & Flexibility, Adult classes (ballet, jazz & tap)
Location:
Based in Crediton – lessons held at Moose Hall, Westward Barbell, Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, Methodist Church Hall, Crediton Old Town Hall
Contact name:
Sophie Green & Gemma Richardson (principals)
Email:
info@sgdanceacademy.co.uk
Website:
www.sgdanceacademy.co.uk
Dance tyles taught:
Ballet, Tap, Modern, Contemporary, Acro, PBT
Brief description of classes:
Classes range from 18 months to 18 yrs. We follow the ISTD syllabus and Acrobatic Arts. We perform shows every two years and have recently performed at Disneyland Paris
Location:
Portishead, North Somerset
Contact name:
Stephanie Duncan
Email:
info@steppingstonesschoolofdance.co.uk
Website:
www.steppingstonesschoolofdance.co.uk
Tel. No.: 07933907728
Dance tyles taught:
Commercial, musical theatre, lyrical, contemporary, ballet, modern, acro, aerial hoop, tap, performance
Brief description of classes:
Step 2 Starz offers weekly dance classes in a variety of different styles from ages 18 months all the way up to adults, promoting a safe and enthusiastic environment for all our students to progress and thrive in. We pride ourselves on being able to offer our students high quality teaching from experienced teachers and offer students the opportunity to take recognised exams, compete in festivals and perform in various dance showcases. Our acro classes have seen over 200 dancers take exams in various different levels with students previously being used as demonstrators for various Acrobatic Arts Courses. We are also lucky enough to have had a handful of our students be Dance models for IDS (International Dance Supplies).
Location:
Dawlish, Devon
Shaldon, Devon
Contact name:
Mrs Shona Barton (principal)
Email:
shona@step2starz.co.uk
Tel. No.: 07944397065
Website:
www.step2starz.co.uk
Ballet, modern, tap, Musical Theatre,Jazz, street dance, Contemporary, classical greek, body conditioning, pas de deux
Brief description of classes:
Totnes School of Dance has built up a fantastic reputation over 20yrs. We have 2 large studios with sprung floors based in our own premises on the KEVICC site and we offer classes from 18 months up to Advanced 2! We offer many opportunities to perform both in our school shows, Chance to Dance & local festivals. Most recently we have represented England in The Dance World Cup and won bronze medals! We teach RAD, ISTD, IDTA & non-syllabus classes. We have a good track record of students gaining places at Vocational schools, and a fantastic team of teachers, including an ISTD examiner! 25yrs!! Dance world cup gold medals!!
Location: Totnes & South brent & Torquay
Contact name: Louise Knapman
Email: louisetotdance@blueyonder.co.uk
Tel: 07737221776
Website: www.totnesschoolofdance.com