Our Dance Classes

From tiny tots to college students, we offer classes for every age and ability. Whether you're taking your first steps or returning to dance, we have the perfect class for you.

Early Years Classes

Specially designed for our youngest dancers, with age-appropriate activities and a nurturing environment.

babyballet® Derby North and East

Parent and Toddler

For younger dancers attending with a grown-up, our babyballet® Derby North and East classes are the best place to start. These sessions introduce basic movement, rhythm, confidence, and bonding through dance.

Classes nearby

Ripley, South Normanton, Riddings, Little Eaton and other local locations.

These are parent-and-child classes, so grown-ups join in and support their little dancer throughout the session. Read more about babyballet® classes here.

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Ages 2½ to school age

Pre-School Dance & Acro

A Saturday morning class pair for children aged 2½ to school age. Pre-School Dance introduces music, movement, coordination, and simple routines, followed by Pre-School Acro with safe balance, rolling, flexibility, and confidence-building skills.

Pre-School Dance

Saturday 9:00-9:30

Pre-School Acro

Saturday 9:30-10:00

Many children do both sessions together, but you can book the option that suits your child best. These are independent dance classes, with parents welcome to stay close by while children enjoy class in the studio. Read our FAQs.

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Main Classes

Our main classes are available for school-age children and above, with options for all abilities and interests.

Tap dance training at JL Dance Academy in Ripley

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.

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Acrobatics and acro dance class at JL Dance Academy in Ripley

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.

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Drama and performance class for children at JL Dance Academy in Ripley

Drama

Drama classes build acting skills, improvisation, voice work, and character development through games and performance exercises.

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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'll point you towards a sensible first trial. You don't 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'll narrow it down.

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