A Weekend of Viennese Waltz

Join us on our Glastonbury Dance Break from 7th-9th March 2025, with the focus on the Viennese Waltz.

Dates: March 7th – 9th 2025
Location: The Wessex Hotel, Street

Get ready to step into a world of grace and glamour at our Viennese Waltz Glastonbury Dance Weekend! Hosted at The Wessex Hotel, this unforgettable event promises a perfect blend of dance and socialising, from Friday 7th to 9th March 2025.

Dance the Night Away with the Viennese Waltz

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Viennese Waltz during our themed weekend. Our highlight event is the Saturday night ‘Viennese Ball,’ where you can showcase your waltzing prowess in a beautiful ballroom.

What’s Included?

Your ticket to this magical weekend includes:

• Accommodation: Enjoy a comfortable stay at The Wessex Hotel with a choice of 15 double rooms, 15 twin rooms, and 10 solo rooms.
• Meals: Delight in delicious dining with dinner, bed, and breakfast included.
• Welcome Drinks: Start your weekend with a warm welcome and a refreshing drink.
• Tea and Coffee: Stay refreshed during our engaging workshops with complimentary tea and coffee.
• Dance Workshops: Participate in expert-led dance workshops designed to elevate your skills and confidence on the dance floor.
• Evening Dancing: Each evening we have a social dance featuring a variety of Ballroom and Latin American dancing, along with some sequence by request.

Enhance Your Technique

For those eager to refine their skills, we offer an exclusive ‘Improve Your Technique’ workshop on Saturday afternoon at 4:45 pm. This optional workshop is available for a £9 supplement and is a perfect opportunity to polish your technique before the grand ball.

Pricing and Availability

The entire weekend is priced at £225 per person (based on two sharing a room). We currently have:

• 7 Double Rooms Remaining
• 10 Twin Rooms Remaining
• Solo Rooms SOLD OUT

To ensure you secure your spot, book and pay in full before November 30th and enjoy a £15 per person discount. Alternatively you can pay a non-refundable £50 deposit to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due by January 31 2025. For bookings made after November 30th, full payment is required at the time of booking.

Don’t miss out on this elegant escape. Book your place now and join us for a weekend of dance, delight, and sophistication!

How to Book our Viennese Waltz Dance Break

To reserve your room you can use the booking options below (to reserve a place for a partner visit our full booking system). For more information, contact us.

Embrace the magic of the Viennese Waltz and create memories to cherish forever at the Glastonbury Dance Weekend!

Make sure to secure your room and enjoy a £15 per person discount by booking before November 30th. We look forward to dancing with you!

The post A Weekend of Viennese Waltz at our 2025 Glastonbury Dance Break! appeared first on Learn To Dance.

Your Vienna Dance Break 2025 Journey Begins

Depart from London Heathrow, with possible regional flights available upon request, and dive into the comforts of a well-planned trip including flights, transfers, and a luxurious 3-night stay at the 4-star Hotel Kaiserhof Wien. Known for its splendid decor and prime location, the hotel promises a comfortable and stylish base from which to explore the grandeur of Vienna.

A Night of Glamour at the Johann Strauss Ball

The highlight of your stay will be the prestigious Johann Strauss Ball at the Kursalon Wien on Saturday, 15th February. Dressed in your finest, you’ll enjoy a Gold Package ticket, starting your evening with a sumptuous gala dinner. As the night unfolds, the ballroom doors open to a spectacle of beauty and tradition, led by debutantes from a local dance school.

Dance the Night Away on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

Immerse yourself in the sounds of a live orchestra playing iconic Viennese waltzes and polkas, along with a mix of waltz and tango music. Every half hour, the mood shifts as a band takes over, offering a variety of ballroom and Latin American dances. Throughout the evening, enjoy varied entertainment including live singers and dance performances. Don’t miss the mass Quadrille at midnight—a playful yet chaotic dance that is sure to be a highlight of the night. The ball extends until the early hours of 4am, but feel free to retire whenever you wish. Upon departure, ladies will receive a charming gift, a testament to a night well spent. Our Vienna Dance Break 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience!

Explore at Your Leisure

With no fixed excursions planned, you have the freedom to discover Vienna’s rich history and culture at your own pace. Optionally, join a group dance lesson if there’s enough interest, or book other excursions through our travel agent to enrich your experience.

Tailored for Solo Dancers

Solo followers need not worry about finding a dance partner for the evening. It’s common for solo followers to share the cost of hiring a dance leader, making the experience accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Booking and Costs

The total package is priced at £1,300 per person, covering flights and accommodation, with an expected additional cost of around £200 per person for the ball ticket. A 25% deposit is required upon booking, with the balance due 90 days before the break. Please note, ball ticket prices will be confirmed by June/July 2024 and must be paid in full at that time. A single person supplement of £265 applies.

Reserve Your Spot on our Vienna Dance Break 2025

Don’t miss this chance to experience one of Vienna’s most celebrated events. To book your Vienna dance break, contact our travel agent Mark Pollard at 01628 675111 or via email at mark@wherewouldyouratherbe.co.uk. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 0930 – 1700.

Prepare yourself for a weekend filled with dance, culture, and unforgettable memories. We look forward to welcoming you to Vienna in 2025!

Please let us know if you have any questions about the break, or contact the travel agent for specific booking enquiries.

The post Vienna Dance Break 2025 – Experience Viennese Ball Elegance appeared first on Learn To Dance.

Join us in Bournemouth: A Dance Weekend Break of Quickstep & Jive to Remember

Are you ready to whisk your partner away and glide across the dance floor to the lively beats of Quickstep and Jive? This October, we’re inviting dance enthusiasts of all skill levels to join us for an unforgettable weekend break of dance, relaxation, and fun at the Queen’s Hotel & Spa in Bournemouth. From the 4th to the 6th of October 2024, immerse yourself in a world where the glamour of “Guys & Molls” comes alive, and the rhythm of dance fills the air.

A Weekend Designed for Dance Lovers

Nestled in the heart of Bournemouth, the Queen’s Hotel & Spa offers the perfect setting for our Quickstep & Jive dance break weekend. Whether you’re looking to polish your dance skills or simply enjoy a weekend away filled with music and movement, our program is tailored to provide an exhilarating experience for everyone.

Step into the Spotlight

Our focus for the Bournemouth weekend break will be on two dynamic dances: the Quickstep and Jive. These sessions are designed to cater to dancers of all levels, ensuring that everyone can join in the fun and learn something new. Our experienced instructors will guide you through each step, from the basics to more advanced techniques, in a friendly and supportive environment.

To get the most out of this weekend though, we do recommend that attendees have experience of the dances being taught.

A Night to Remember: “Guys & Molls” Theme Party

Saturday night promises to be the highlight of the weekend, with our themed “Guys & Molls” dance party. Dress to impress in your finest 20s and 30s attire and get ready to dance the night away in style. It’s the perfect opportunity to showcase your new moves and mingle with fellow dance enthusiasts.

An All-Inclusive Experience on our Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break

Your ticket to the Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break includes not only the dance workshops! Also included are a range of amenities to make your stay truly special:

• Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast:
  • Enjoy delicious meals prepared by the hotel’s chefs, ensuring you have the energy to keep dancing all weekend long.
• Welcome Drinks:
  • Start the weekend off right with welcome drinks, allowing you to unwind and get to know your fellow dancers.
• Tea and Coffee During Workshops:
  • Stay refreshed and ready to learn with complimentary tea and coffee available in the workshop breaks.
• Access to Leisure Facilities:
  • Take advantage of the hotel’s leisure facilities, including the swimming pool, to relax and rejuvenate after a day of dancing.
• Discounted Spa Treatments:
  • Treat yourself to a spa treatment at a discounted rate, the perfect way to soothe those dancing muscles.

Exclusive Offers and Limited Availability

The Dance Weekend is priced at £315pp (based on two sharing a room), offering exceptional value for a packed weekend. Room upgrades are available for those seeking an extra touch of luxury. Supreme Double upgrades are £20 per person and Junior Suite upgrades are £40 per person. Solo travelers are also welcome, with a £70 single person supplement for solo rooms.

Only 1 Supreme Double upgrade remains, all other room options (including solo) are fully booked. Book your spot now to ensure you don’t miss out on this incredible weekend. We are liaising with the hotel as to whether there is further availability, however we would likely only request 2 more rooms due to the numbers currently booked.

Early Booking Discount

Book and pay in full by 30th April to receive a £15 per person discount. Alternatively, secure your booking with a £50 deposit, with the balance payable by 30th June. Please note that any bookings made after 30th June will require payment in full at the time of booking.

To book a space for another person please visit our Full Booking System. Alternatively you can book using the below option.

Don’t Miss Out on our Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break

The Bournemouth Dance Break is already 30% booked, so don’t wait to secure your spot for this unforgettable dance experience. Join us for a weekend filled with dance, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. We can’t wait to see you there!

The post Bournemouth Quickstep & Jive Dance Break 4th-6th October 2024 appeared first on Learn To Dance.

Provisionally we are looking at returning to the Johann Strauss Ball. We anticipate the ball taking place on Saturday 15th February 2025. The break would potentially take place from Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th February staying at a 4* or equivalent hotel.

The ball tickets include a Gala Dinner & Drinks, along with entertainment through the evening.

This is a very popular break and we are excited to be able to finally reintroduce it to our schedule.

Full details will be released as soon as available (flights can’t be booked more than 11 months before a trip). However we hope to be able to have a ballpark figure in the next few weeks. Just for now maybe pencil it in your diaries!

Feel free to drop us an email, or use the comment form below, to express your interest in attending.

Previous Vienna Ball Dance Weekend Pictures

The post Vienna Ball Dance Break February 2025 appeared first on Learn To Dance.

Are you ready to sway, spin, and cha-cha your way into a weekend of dance, laughter, and incredible memories? We invite you to join us at The Wessex Hotel in the charming town of Street, near Glastonbury, for a spectacular dance weekend from Friday 8th March to Sunday 10th March 2024. Prepare to be enchanted by the rhythm of the Cha Cha Cha, with a touch of timeless Ballroom and Latin American dancing in the evenings.

Discover the Joy of Dance

Our dance weekend is designed for enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners eager to take their first steps on the dance floor to seasoned dancers looking to refine their skills. At the heart of our event is a unique 2-hour workshop, where participants will embark on a dance journey starting from a simple sequence that gradually challenges their abilities. The best part? You can pause and practice whenever you wish, ensuring that every dancer can learn at their own pace.

What’s Included on our Cha Cha Dance Weekend?

Price: £215 per person (based on 2 sharing a room, but we have a limited number of solo rooms available)

Included:

• Accommodation: Comfortable stay for 2 nights, allowing you to unwind after a day of dancing.
• Meals: Indulge in a 2-course dinner each evening, ensuring your evenings are as delightful as your days. Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday will fuel you for the day’s adventures.
• Workshops: Engage in invigorating dance workshops on Saturday and Sunday morning, led by expert instructors passionate about helping you improve your dance skills.
• Special Technique Class: Enhance your Cha Cha Cha prowess with our ‘Improve Your Cha Cha’ technique class on Saturday afternoon (available at a supplementary cost of £9pp).
• Themed Evening: Get ready for a night of glitz and glamour with our ‘Bollywood’ themed dance extravaganza on Saturday night.

Past Bollywood Theme

Wondered what people have worn in the past? Here’s some pics from our last Bollywood theme from our 2014 Bournemouth Dance Weekend.

Booking Details

To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of £50 per person is required by 30th November. Act fast to enjoy an additional £15 off per person by booking and paying in full by 30th November. The balance will be due on 31st January 2024. Booking deadline is Friday 2nd February 2024.

Single Room Bookers: If you prefer your own space, we have 10 7 4 3 all single rooms available without a supplement are now booked. Please note that single room availability is limited, so be sure to choose this option during booking. If you cannot see the single room option please contact us before booking to confirm availability.

We only have 1 double room remaining, the rest are twins. All double rooms are currently fully booked (though we have requested more). We do have twin rooms still available. We have managed to secure additional double rooms!

Join Us for a Weekend of Dance and Delight

This dance weekend promises more than just dance steps; it’s an experience that will leave you with cherished memories and new friendships. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Cha Cha Cha, surrounded by passionate dancers and expert guidance.

Don’t miss this chance to enrich your dance skills, and dance the night away in a vibrant, themed atmosphere. Secure your spot now, and let the rhythm of the Cha Cha guide you to a weekend filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable moments.

Book our Cha Cha Dance Weekend

Book your Cha Cha Cha Dance Weekend experience at The Wessex Hotel today and let the magic of dance transform your weekend into an extraordinary adventure!

If you wish to reserve a space for another person, please use our full booking system.

The post Cha Cha Dance Weekend at The Wessex Hotel, March 2024 appeared first on Learn To Dance.

The Hotel

In 2019 we moved our dance break to a new home, the Marsham Court Hotel, after we fell in love with the Plantation Suite:

What we loved about the Plantation Suite was the ability to have our entire weekend in our own private room. From breakfast in the morning through all our workshops, evening dinner and social dances, the suite is ours exclusively.

Marsham Court is also perfectly placed near the seafront with easy access to the beach and promenade.

What’s the plan for our 2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend?

All our dance breaks are dinner, bed and breakfast and include two nights of social dancing and two mornings of workshops. This year’s workshops will be looking at Waltz and Salsa.

A rough breakdown of the weekend is as follows:

• Friday
  • 7pm – Welcome drinks reception
  • 7.30pm – Dinner
  • 9pm – Music for Dancing
• Saturday
  • 10.30am – Waltz Workshop
  • 11.30am – Salsa Workshop
  • 4.15pm – Fun Afternoon Workshop (£8.50 supplement)
  • 6.30pm – Dinner
  • 8.30pm – Music for Dancing
• Sunday
  • 10.30am – Recap workshop

Our dance breaks always feature a theme to the Saturday night, and this year the theme is ‘Masquerade Ball‘. Whilst it’s not compulsory to dress up for the occasion it’s always more fun if you do. Our themes can be interpretated in whatever way you like.

The very first Waltz & Salsa Bournemouth Dance Weekend we ran back in 2011 had a masquerade ball theme, and we actually managed to find a couple of photos!

2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend Booking Details

The Waltz & Salsa break starts from £250 per person. We have a small number of single rooms without supplement, as well as upgrades for balcony and sea view rooms.

Options:

• Singles
  • £250 first 4 bookings no supplement (fully booked!)
  • £280 including supplements
• Sharing
  • £250 per person standard room
  • £270 per person balcony room
  • £275 per person sea view and balcony room

You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full before 30th April 2023. If you wish to pay in installments then a £50pp non-refundable deposit is required by 30th June, with the balance payable by 31st August.

The below booking search will allow you to book for just yourself if you are paying in full. If you want to reserve a space for someone else, or pay in installments, you’ll need to use the Full Booking System or contact us.

About Learn To Dance

Learn To Dance is a Ballroom and Latin American Dance School based in Burnham, Buckinghamshire.

As well as our regular dance classes, private lessons and workshops we also host a variety of dance events and holidays each year.

You can check out our website, or follow us online, at:

Website: learndance.co.uk
Youtube: youtube.com/learndance
Facebook: facebook.com/learndance
Instagram: instagram.com/learndance
Twitter: twitter.com/learndance

We look forward to welcoming you all on our Waltz & Salsa 2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend.

The post 2023 Bournemouth Dance Weekend appeared first on Learn To Dance.

Our Quickstep dance weekend break will take place at The Wessex Hotel near Glastonbury from 10th-12th March 2023. 

On this popular annual dance weekend we focus on a single dance in our workshops, including an optional technique class.

There will be a 2 hour Quickstep workshop on the Saturday morning of the dance weekend that starts with a simple sequence. We then build up so it gets progressively harder and students can stop if they feel they have reached their limit, and just practice what they’ve learnt up to that point.

On the Sunday morning we have a recap workshop to help solidify what you have learnt. Sometimes we may even throw in some bonus moves too!

Both nights of the break will feature a mixture of Ballroom and Latin American dancing, along with select sequence dances.

The Quickstep dance weekend (2 nights) costs £185 per person and this includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

All prices are based on 2 sharing a room. There is a £50 single room supplement (although we have 3 rooms without supplement available) but we have extremely limited solo spaces.

The Quickstep dance weekend will include:

• check in from 3pm on the Friday
• 3 course meal each evening
• breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
• Quickstep dance workshop on the Saturday and Sunday mornings
• ‘Improve your Quickstep’ technique class Saturday afternoon (£5 supplement)
• ‘Charleston’ theme on the Saturday night

See previous Quickstep/Charleston themed outfits

On our Bournemouth dance weekend back in October 2013 we had a ‘Guys and Molls’ themed evening and you can see the outfits students wore below.

Book the Quickstep dance weekend break

The dance break costs £185 per person with a £50 per person non-refundable deposit required by 30^th November.  You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full by 30^th November, balance payable 31^st January 2023.

Payments can be made via cash, cheque, or BACS to 30-97-73 23264368, or via the events section of our website.

If you want to book a place for more than one person on the Quickstep dance weekend you will need to use the Full Booking System.

Alternatively you can reserve a space for yourself using the booking option below:

The post Quickstep Dance Weekend – Glastonbury appeared first on Learn To Dance.

We will again be visiting The Wessex Hotel in Street and look forward to dancing in their wonderful ballroom. It’s definitely the highlight of the Glastonbury dance weekend (though some would argue the Clark’s Shopping Village on the doorstep is a close second).

Next year’s Glastonbury dance break weekend will concentrate on Jive.  We run a single 2 hour workshop that starts with a simple sequence that gets progressively harder and students can stop if they feel they have reached their limit and just practice what they’ve learnt up to that point.

The weekend (2 nights) costs £175 per person and this includes dinner, bed and breakfast.

All prices are based on 2 sharing a room. £40 single room supplement (ALL OUR INITIAL ALLOCATION OF SINGLE ROOMS ARE FULLY BOOKED. PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU’RE INTERESTED AND WE CAN ENQUIRE ABOUT FURTHER AVAILABILITY WITH THE HOTEL).

What happens on the dance break?

The Jive dance weekend will include:

• check in from 3pm
• 3 course meal each evening followed by Ballroom & Latin American dancing.
• breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
• Jive dance workshop on the Saturday and Sunday mornings
• ‘Improve your Jive’ technique class Saturday afternoon (£5 supplement)
• ‘Rock & Roll’ theme on the Saturday night

We did have a Rock & Roll theme on one of our recent Bournemouth dance weekends and you can see the sort of outfits people went for below:

Book our Glastonbury Jive Dance Weekend Break

The Jive dance weekend break costs £175 per person with a £50 per person non-refundable deposit required by 30^th November.  You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full by 30^th November, balance payable 31^st January 2022.

Payments can be made via cash, cheque, or BACS to 30-97-73 23264368. Alternatively you can use the booking option below (NOTE: to reserve a space for someone else please click here):

Places are selling fast so if you want to join us for our Jive dance weekend don’t delay, book today!

See detail of our other social events and dance holidays on our events page.

Check out some of our past Glastonbury Dance Breaks

The post Jive Dance Weekend Break in Glastonbury March 2022 appeared first on Learn To Dance.

UPDATE: WE HAVE MANAGED TO AGREE AN EXTENSION UNTIL 31st AUGUST FOR BOOKINGS!

Our dance breaks are often the highlights of the year for our students so we hope by October normality has sufficiently resumed!

The Hotel

In 2019 we moved our dance break to a new home, the Marsham Court Hotel, after we fell in love with the Plantation Suite:

What we loved about the Plantation Suite was the ability to have our entire weekend in our own private room. From breakfast in the morning through all our workshops, evening dinner and social dances, the suite is ours exclusively.

Marsham Court is also perfectly placed near the seafront with easy access to the beach and promenade.

What’s the plan for our 2021 Bournemouth Dance Weekend?

All our dance breaks are dinner, bed and breakfast and include two nights of social dancing and two mornings of workshops.

A rough breakdown of the weekend is as follows:

• Friday
  • 7pm – Welcome drinks reception
  • 7.30pm – Dinner
  • 9pm – Music for Dancing
• Saturday
  • 10.30am – Foxtrot Workshop
  • 11.30am – Samba Workshop
  • 4.15pm – Special One-Off Afternoon Workshop (supplement)
  • 6.30pm – Dinner
  • 8.30pm – Music for Dancing
• Sunday
  • 10.30am – Recap workshop

Our dance breaks always feature a theme to the Saturday night, and this year the theme is ‘Brazil‘. Whilst it’s not compulsory to dress up for the occasion it’s always more fun if you do. Our themes can be interpretated in whatever way you like.

2021 Bournemouth Dance Weekend Booking Details

The break starts from £215 per person. We have a small number of single rooms without supplement, as well as upgrades for balcony and sea view rooms.

Options:

• Singles
  • £215 first 4 bookings no supplement (1 room remaining!)
  • £245 including supplements
• Sharing
  • £215 per person standard room
  • £230 per person balcony room
  • £235 per person sea view and balcony room

You can save £15 per person if you book and pay in full before the end of April 2021. If you wish to pay in installments then a £50pp deposit is required by 30th June, with the balance payable by 31st August.

The below booking search will allow you to book for just yourself if you are paying in full. If you want to reserve a space for someone else, or pay in installments, you’ll need to use the Full Booking System or contact us.

We look forward to welcoming you on our 2021 Bournemouth Dance Weekend. There is obviously a massive ‘Covid’ shaped question mark over the break. Should the break need to be cancelled you will be offered the option to transfer to next year, or receive a refund.

About Learn To Dance

Learn To Dance is a Ballroom and Latin American Dance School based in Burnham, Buckinghamshire.

As well as our regular dance classes, private lessons and workshops we also host a variety of dance events and holidays each year. We missed our 2020 Bournemouth, and 2021 Glastonbury dance weekends so we hope the vaccination programme allows our events to resume.

You can check out our website, or follow us online, at:

Website: learndance.co.uk
Youtube: youtube.com/learndance
Facebook: facebook.com/learndance
Instagram: instagram.com/learndance
Twitter: twitter.com/learndance

The post 2021 Bournemouth Dance Weekend Break – Foxtrot & Samba appeared first on Learn To Dance.

I’m sure by now everyone has seen the draft plan released by the UK Government and announced on Monday 22nd February.

The roadmap out of lockdown is going to run on a minimum 5 week cycle between restrictions being lifted. This will allow the results of each lockdown easing stage to be reviewed, before deciding if the next step can be safely implemented.

There will be 4 tests evaluated by the government at each stage of the lockdown easing:

• the vaccine deployment programme continues successfully
• evidence shows vaccines are sufficiently effective in reducing hospitalisations and deaths in those vaccinated
• infection rates do not risk a surge in hospitalisations which would put unsustainable pressure on the NHS
• assessment of the risks is not fundamentally changed by new Variants of Concern

Assuming these tests can all be passed satisfactorily, in the 4 weeks following a change in step, then a week’s notice is given to confirm the next stage being implemented.

Read on to find out a summary of each stage, but especially how the lockdown easing affects the Learn To Dance school.

Step 1 (8th & 29th March)

8th March

Schools are reopening for all children and Higher Education students doing practical courses also return.

Whilst this doesn’t change anything for Learn To Dance it does mean that Creative Academy are able to hire studio space from us again. This will provide us with a bit more stability financially and so will be most welcome.

You will also be able to meet with one person, for recreation or exercise, who is not in your household or support bubble.

29th March

From 29th March we should then be able to meet up with another household, or as the ‘Rule of 6’, outdoors (including gardens).

Outdoor sports, including football at the Cherry Orchard, are permitted to resume from 29th March.

The ‘Stay at Home’ rule will cease to be in law but they still recommend staying local and working from home where possible.

At this stage holidays abroad will still not be allowed.

Therefore Step 1 unfortunately does not result in any lockdown easing for the dance school. However we will continue to provide our online streamed lessons and dance classes.

Step 2 (12th April) – Start of dance school lockdown easing

In Step 2 is when we start to see some of the lockdown easing measures for the dance school. The earliest this will take place is from 12th April and its implementation will be confirmed a week before.

Boris has confirmed that the plan for step 2 is to allow the opening of a variety of businesses:

• non-essential retail
• personal care such as hairdressers and nail salons
• libraries and community centres
• indoor gyms and leisure facilities (but only for individuals or same household)
• outdoor attractions
• campsites and holiday lets (without shared facilities)

Pubs and restaurants will be able to serve outdoors with table service. Weddings and similar can take place with up to 15 people.

Whilst we haven’t received any detailed guidance at present the signs point to us being able to offer private lessons again in Step 2. These will continue to be for individuals or same-household and will be non-contact with our instructors.

We are taking provisional private lesson bookings at this stage, but flexibility will be maintained as the situation develops.

Step 3 (17th May) – more Lockdown Easing for Dance Schools

Should things go well than by 17th May (at the earliest) the country will enter Step 3 of the lockdown easing roadmap.

At this stage there is hope that limits on socialising with friends and family can start to be relaxed. Although gatherings outdoors in excess of 30 people will still be illegal.

Indoors the limits will be rule of 6 or 2 households at this stage. We anticipate this will be in line with the previous rule of 6.

Further business openings will be permitted at this point, including:

• Indoor pubs and restaurants
• Cinemas and children’s play areas
• The rest of accommodation
• indoor adult group sports and exercise classes
• indoor performances and sporting events (subject to capacity limits)

Weddings and other social events will be able to host up to 30 people.

At this point the government will begin looking into social distancing and other Covid guidance that could be reduced in Step 4.

Therefore in Step 3 we expect to be able to reopen for group classes. It is likely that this will still be with the capacity limits in place from last year.

Step 4 (21st June) – return to life as we know it???

By Step 4, which will happen no earlier than 21st June, lockdown easing for the dance school could see all social contact limits removed.

Subject to the rules at the time this may mean that we can resume contact lessons and solo dancer rotating. However this would be reliant on all of our teachers having had both their jabs!

At the moment we hope that by the autumn things will start to feel a bit more normal. In fact hopefully our Bournemouth Dance Break will be able to go ahead as scheduled.

All the dates quoted by the government do come with the caveat that these are the earliest they could happen. Any failure of the tests at a particular stage could see a slowdown of the lockdown easing. There will always be at least 5 weeks between Steps.

As much as we are hoping that lockdown easing will allow us to open up the dance school, sooner rather than later, we will always take into consideration the health and safety of our staff and students.

Therefore we may elect to keep certain sessions virtual until such time as we deem it possible to welcome students back safely.

Whilst Coronavirus is likely to be always with us let us hope that this is the start of the end of restrictions. With lockdown now easing we hope to open the doors of the dance school to you all again.

Stay safe and well and we look forward to welcoming you all back again soon!

The post Dance School Lockdown Easing appeared first on Learn To Dance.