Tap
Tap classes develop rhythm, timing, and musicality. Dancers create exciting sounds with their feet while improving coordination and control in a fun, upbeat setting.
Classes in Ripley Dance classes in Ripley
JL Dance Academy
Dance classes in Ripley
for every stage
From Pre-School to post-16, our classes help dancers build confidence, skill and performance experience in a fun, friendly and structured setting.
Main classes
Choose a class style
School-age dancers can explore a wide range of styles, with options for beginners, experienced students and dancers preparing for exams, shows or competitions.
Classical Ballet
Our ballet classes follow the ISTD syllabus and focus on grace, strength, posture, and technique. A beautiful foundation for all dance styles.
Modern Jazz
We follow the ISTD Modern Theatre syllabus but refer to it as Modern Jazz. This dynamic style blends lyrical, jazz, and contemporary movement for strong, expressive dancers.
Lyrical
Lyrical blends Ballet, Modern and Contemporary influences for expressive, musical dancers who enjoy storytelling through movement.
Commercial Street Dance
Street-style dance inspired by music videos and pop culture. A high-energy class full of attitude, performance, and fun choreography.
Musical Theatre
A triple-threat class combining singing, dancing, and acting. Perfect for students who love to perform and shine on stage.
Contemporary
Contemporary dance encourages freedom of movement, floor work, and storytelling. Great for creative expression and emotional connection to music.
Acrobatics
Our Acro classes follow elements of Acrotrix, Acrobatic Arts, and Alixa Flexibility. Classes include strength, balance, flexibility, and safe tumbling techniques from beginner to advanced levels.
Vocal
Our Vocal classes focus on singing technique, harmonies, musical listening, and building confidence through group performance.
Early years
Pre-School Dance, Pre-School Acro and babyballet®
Younger children have their own page with parent-and-toddler babyballet® information, independent Pre-School Dance and Pre-School Acro details, times and next steps.
Not sure where to start?
We can help you choose the right class.
Tell us your child's age, interests and confidence level, and we will point you towards a sensible first trial. You do not need to know the perfect genre before getting started.
Browse by style Use the class pages above to compare what each genre develops.
Book a single trial Try a class first. There is no need to commit before you know it feels right.
Ask us for guidance If two or three classes look suitable, message us and we will narrow it down.