News and Notices

Instagram…protracted practice

What happens when you’re trying to teach a Quickstep class and everyone keeps aligning themselves with the corner rather than at 45°? That’s right, Antony gets out his massive protractor (not a euphemism!)

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Parking Reminder

A final reminder to please always enter your number plate when you arrive. We have had a number of students receiving tickets this week. Whilst we should be able to cancel any issued tickets we cannot always guarantee this. There is now only 30 minutes free parking if you don’t!

Beginner Bachata Course

There will be a beginner Bachata course starting from Sunday 13th October at 6pm.

The four week course costs £35pp and is available to book now.

To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

Halloween Social

Our annual Halloween Social takes place on Friday 25th October. Dressing in fancy dress is not a requirement but always appreciated.

We’re already 20% booked for this event.

To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

Erin Boag Workshop Day

Join us on Sunday 10th November for an afternoon of Ballroom Dance workshops as we welcome back Strictly legend Erin Boag.

Four workshops

• 2pm Waltz
• 3pm Foxtrot
• 4pm Tango
• 5pm Viennese

Each workshop costs £25pp but you can get a block booking discount of all four for £70, £57.50 for any three workshops, or £42.50 for any two.

Read more…

Winter Dinner & Dance

Our Winter Dinner & Dance takes place on Friday 8th November. Doors open 7pm with a welcome drink and dinner served from around 7.45pm

You can choose from Beef Wellington, Fillet of Seabass, or a Pumpkin and Sage Risotto. Dietary requirements and allergies are also catered for.

Tickets cost £40pp and we are already 45% booked!

Book below, or to reserve a space for another person click here.

Glastonbury Dance Break

Next year’s Glastonbury Dance Break will take place from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025.

This break will focus on Viennese Waltz, and the theme of the Saturday night will be ‘Viennese Ball’.

The break costs £225pp but you can save £15pp if you book and pay in full by 30th November 2024.

All solo rooms are now fully booked and we’re 45% booked in total! There are only 8 double rooms remaining.

To reserve a space for another person please use the Full Booking System.

Read more…

Like What We Do?

A reminder that we are still aiming to get to 100 reviews on Google Maps. Please visit https://bit.ly/DanceReviews and tell the world what you like about us!

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Sunday 13th October – Start of Beginner Bachata course

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance
• Friday 4th October – Bournemouth Dance Weekend
• Friday 25th October – Halloween Social
• Friday 8th November – Winter Dinner & Dance
• Friday 6th December – Christmas Social
• Sunday 15th December – Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Friday 31st January 2025 – Ceilidh Night
• Thursday 13th February 2025 – Viennese Ball Weekend in Austria
• Friday 7th March 2025 – Glastonbury Dance Break

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 24/08/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 20/09/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 22/08/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 22/08/2024

Latest Videos

Missed this week’s videos? Check them out below:

Our Over 50s Working Hard on Viennese Waltz

Beginner Argentine Tango Group

Last Minute Wedding Dance Lessons?

We hope you enjoy these little peeks into lessons and classes, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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• What are we doing this week?
  • Adult Group: Waltz & Rumba
    • Beginner – Sun 7pm, Mon 8pm, Wed 12.30pm
    • Improver – Sun 8pm, Mon 9pm, Wed 1.30pm
    • Improver 2 – Wed 9pm
    • Intermediate – Thu 7pm (Int 1) Thu 8pm (Int 2)
    • Advanced – Thu 9pm
    • ‘Over 50s’ – Tue 1pm
  • Weekly Tea Dances – Mon & Fri 1.30pm-3.30pm
  • FitSteps Dance Fitness – Wed 10.30am
  • Workshops:
    • no new workshops this week
      
• News
  • Instagram…first love
  • Parking Tickets Possible – The system went live early!!!
  • Beginner Bachata Course – just added
  • Halloween Social – 15% booked
  • Erin Boag Workshop Day – over 25% booked
  • Winter Dinner & Dance – already 45% booked
  • Ceilidh Night – SOLD OUT!
  • Glastonbury Dance Break – 45% booked, all Solo rooms SOLD OUT
  • Like What We Do? – leave a review!
• Looking Further Ahead (within the next month)
  • Dance Workshops
  • Social Events
• Download latest print-outs
• Latest Videos

News and Notices

Instagram…first love

Just over a year ago a young couple came to us with a handful of Strictly and Dancing With The Stars clips, and a dream to perform a similarly styled routine for their wedding first dance.

We started them off with learning the basic Waltz (and in fact Antony came up with a new way of teaching Waltz & Viennese Waltz to our beginners off the back of it!). As time went on we started putting together their wedding dance, and a number of highlight moments were introduced. You can enjoy one of them below:

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Parking Tickets Possible

It has come to our attention that the new parking restrictions came into force early by mistake. We have seen reports that dog walkers have been receiving tickets from the week of 26th August.

Hopefully all our students entered their number plates in the tablet, however if you do find yourself with a ticket you will need to contact Burnham Parish Council to have it cancelled.

Please forward any tickets received, for the period 26/8-31/8, to assistantclerk@burnhamparish.gov.uk and they will get them cancelled.

A reminder to ALWAYS enter your number plate in the parking tablet as we cannot guarantee that we will be able to cancel an issued ticket, though we will always do our best.

Beginner Bachata Course

There will be a beginner Bachata course starting from Sunday 13th October at 6pm.

The four week course costs £35pp and is available to book now.

To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

Halloween Social

Our annual Halloween Social takes place on Friday 25th October. Dressing in fancy dress is not a requirement but always appreciated.

We’re already 15% booked for this event.

To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

Erin Boag Workshop Day

Join us on Sunday 10th November for an afternoon of Ballroom Dance workshops as we welcome back Strictly legend Erin Boag.

Four workshops

• 2pm Waltz
• 3pm Foxtrot
• 4pm Tango
• 5pm Viennese

Each workshop costs £25pp but you can get a block booking discount of all four for £70, £57.50 for any three workshops, or £42.50 for any two.

Read more…

Winter Dinner & Dance

Our Winter Dinner & Dance takes place on Friday 8th November. Doors open 7pm with a welcome drink and dinner served from around 7.45pm

You can choose from Beef Wellington, Fillet of Seabass, or a Pumpkin and Sage Risotto. Dietary requirements and allergies are also catered for.

Tickets cost £40pp and we are already 45% booked!

Book below, or to reserve a space for another person click here.

Ceilidh Night

Our Ceilidh night is now SOLD OUT. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list should any tickets become available please let us know.

Glastonbury Dance Break

Next year’s Glastonbury Dance Break will take place from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025.

This break will focus on Viennese Waltz, and the theme of the Saturday night will be ‘Viennese Ball’.

The break costs £225pp but you can save £15pp if you book and pay in full by 30th November 2024.

All solo rooms are now fully booked and we’re 45% booked in total! There are only 8 double rooms remaining.

To reserve a space for another person please use the Full Booking System.

Read more…

Like What We Do?

Thank you to those that have been able to leave a review this week, we’re almost a quarter of the way to our target of 100 reviews!

Being highly ranked on Google Maps really helps us be found when people are searching for dance classes online, so we’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave one.

We’d really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to click this link, visit our Google page, and leave us a review (5* not compulsory but appreciated )

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Sunday 13th October – Start of Beginner Bachata course

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance
• Friday 4th October – Bournemouth Dance Weekend
• Friday 25th October – Halloween Social
• Friday 8th November – Winter Dinner & Dance
• Friday 6th December – Christmas Social
• Sunday 15th December – Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Friday 31st January 2025 – Ceilidh Night
• Thursday 13th February 2025 – Viennese Ball Weekend in Austria
• Friday 7th March 2025 – Glastonbury Dance Break

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 24/08/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 02/08/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 22/08/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 22/08/2024

Latest Videos

Missed this week’s videos? Check them out below:

Stay in shape & have fun

My Love

Take a little peek into our salsa course

We hope you enjoy these little peeks into lessons and classes, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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News and Notices

Instagram…weekly words

In case you missed it, Antony was in last week’s My Weekly providing some insight on the Strictly training scandal.

Don’t worry if you missed it, we got a few copies!

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No Daytime Sessions

For reasons we are not publicly allowed to discuss the studio will be unavailable during the day on Monday, Wednesday and Friday this coming week.

This means there will be no tea dances on Monday or Friday, and no FitSteps or daytime classes on Wednesday.

No other classes are affected.

It is likely, though not confirmed, that Monday sessions could be affected for a number of weeks and we are awaiting confirmation.

Parking Update

A reminder that from Sunday 1st September new parking regulations are in force at the Cherry Orchard.

All students will need to enter their number plates in the tablet to validate their parking when they arrive, as there is only 30 minutes of free parking otherwise.

Parking will still be free for all Learn To Dance students as long as you register your plate.

Beginner Jive Course

There will be a beginner Jive course (triple-step not Rock and Roll) starting from Sunday 8th September at 6pm.

The four week course costs £35pp and is available to book now.

To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

Quickstep Course

We will have a 6-week Quickstep course starting from Monday 9th September.

The course will start with a focus on the basics, and improving your technique, before moving on to a variety of figures for navigating the floor.

The course costs £50pp and is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

BRAND NEW Improver Level 3

We’re increasing the level of our Wednesday night classes and introducing a BRAND NEW improver level 3 class from Wednesday 11th September.

The 8pm class will increase to Improver Level 2, and the original 9pm Level 2 will increase to a new Level 3. All still cover Bronze level steps.

Read more…

Foxtrot American Smooth Course

We will be continuing with the theme of American Smooth in September, this time focusing on the Foxtrot.

With this course we will show you a number of moves and figures that you can introduce into your regular Foxtrot (or entirely in place of) to get around the floor with some added pizazz!

The 6-week course costs £50pp and is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please visit the Full Booking System.

You do not need to have attended the previous American Smooth courses.

Erin Boag Workshop Day

Join us on Sunday 10th November for an afternoon of Ballroom Dance workshops as we welcome back Strictly legend Erin Boag.

Four workshops

• 2pm Waltz
• 3pm Foxtrot
• 4pm Tango
• 5pm Viennese

Each workshop costs £25pp but you can get a block booking discount of all four for £70, £57.50 for any three workshops, or £42.50 for any two.

Read more…

Ceilidh Night

We can’t wait to host our first ever Ceilidh night on Friday 31st January 2025…and it appears you can’t wait for it either – we only have 16 tickets left!!!

Tickets cost £35pp and you can book below, or visit our Full Booking System to reserve a space for another student.

Glastonbury Dance Break

Next year’s Glastonbury Dance Break will take place from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th March 2025.

This break will focus on Viennese Waltz, and the theme of the Saturday night will be ‘Viennese Ball’.

The break costs £225pp but you can save £15pp if you book and pay in full by 30th November 2024.

All solo rooms are now fully booked and we’re almost 45% booked for all places!

To reserve a space for another person please use the Full Booking System.

Read more…

Like What We Do?

Thank you to those that have been able to leave a review this week, we’re almost a quarter of the way to our target of 100 reviews!

Being highly ranked on Google Maps really helps us be found when people are searching for dance classes online, so we’d appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave one.

We’d really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to click this link, visit our Google page, and leave us a review (5* not compulsory but appreciated )

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Sunday 8th September – Start of Beginner Jive course
• Monday 9th September – Start of Quickstep course
• Wednesday 11th September – Start of Foxtrot American Smooth course

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance
• Friday 4th October – Bournemouth Dance Weekend
• Friday 25th October – Halloween Social
• Friday 8th November – Winter Dinner & Dance
• Friday 6th December – Christmas Social
• Sunday 15th December – Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Friday 31st January 2025 – Ceilidh Night
• Thursday 13th February 2025 – Viennese Ball Weekend in Austria
• Friday 7th March 2025 – Glastonbury Dance Break

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 24/08/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 02/08/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 22/08/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 22/08/2024

Latest Videos

Missed this week’s videos? Check them out below:

Learn to Dance Social Foxtrot

Rumba Class in Full Action

A Bit of Chuck Berry

We hope you enjoy these little peeks into lessons and classes, and look forward to seeing you soon.

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Get ready to step onto the dance floor with one of the most beloved stars of “Strictly Come Dancing”! We are thrilled to announce that Erin Boag will be returning to the Learn To Dance studio for an exclusive day of ballroom dance workshops. If you’ve ever dreamt of perfecting your Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, or Viennese Waltz, this is your chance to learn from the best in the business.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday 10th November 2024
• Location: Learn To Dance Studio, Cherry Orchard Pavilion, Britwell Road, Burnham, SL1 8DL
• Workshop Schedule:
  • 2:00 PM: Waltz
  • 3:00 PM: Foxtrot
  • 4:00 PM: Tango
  • 5:00 PM: Viennese Waltz
• Workshop Duration: Each session is approximately 45 minutes long, with a break/practice time between each session.

Why You Should Attend:

Erin’s workshops are tailored to help you improve your technique, build confidence, and have fun on the dance floor. Last year’s event was a resounding success, and we’re excited to welcome Erin back for another unforgettable day of dance!

Pricing:

• Single Workshop: £25 per person
• Block Booking Discounts:
  • All Four Workshops: £70 (Save £30!)
  • Three Workshops: £57.50 (Save £17.50!)
  • Two Workshops: £42.50 (Save £7.50!)

Why Learn with Erin Boag?

Erin’s expertise in ballroom dancing is unmatched, and her warm, approachable teaching style makes learning a joy. With her guidance, you’ll gain not only the skills but also the confidence to shine on the dance floor.

How to Book:

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early! To book your place use the booking options below. Alternatively to book for another person visit our Full Booking System or contact us. Whether you’re joining us for one workshop or all four, we promise a day full of laughter, learning, and lots of dancing.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from a true dance legend. Grab your dance shoes, invite your friends, and join us for a day that promises to be both fun and educational.

We can’t wait to see you there!

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News and Notices

Instagram…almost gone!

That’s right, we’re down to our last 2 tickets before next Friday’s live band event with Simply Swing is sold out!

If you want to join us for our first ever live band event don’t delay!

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New Marketing Launching

You will notice over the next few weeks that we will be videoing/photographing at various points during classes and lessons. This is to accompany a new marketing campaign that we are launching.

You’ll also begin to see more regular video content released on our social media channels as a result.

There are also posters up around the studio with a QR code that you can scan to leave us a review on Google. We’d really appreciate it if you would give us a quick review as we’re aiming to get from 17 reviews up to 100!

Social Foxtrot Course

Always wanted to know how to dance the Social Foxtrot?

Or maybe you’ve been dancing with us for years and have forgotten this useful social dance for when space is tight?

This course is primarily aimed at beginners looking to focus on the Social Foxtrot and master the basics but we expect to end up covering the entire Social Foxtrot and is a good choice even for experienced dancers.

The course will run for 4 weeks and cost £35 per person.

Viennese Waltz American Smooth Course

Our American Smooth course will extend on Wednesday 3rd July.

We will be moving away from American Smooth Waltz and looking instead at Viennese Waltz smooth steps

The course costs £50pp and is open for new joiners as we move into the new dance style.

Simply Swing Live Band Event

We are down to our LAST TWO TICKETS for next Friday’s live band event with Simply Swing.

If you want to join us please book asap – we actually run out of chairs at this point so there is no more space for anyone else to attend!

Bournemouth Dance Weekend

Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

We have had a double/twin room become available. All other rooms are now fully booked.

Summer Dinner & Dance

Our summer dinner & dance takes place on Friday 9th August. Doors open at 7pm with food ready around 7.30pm/7.45pm.

The menu includes a selection of meats, halloumi kebabs, five side dishes and a summer dessert.

The evening costs £40pp and includes a welcome drink. We are already 20% booked!

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Sunday 23rd June – Social Foxtrot Course starts
• Wednesday 3rd July – American Smooth Course starts

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance
• Friday 28th June – Simply Swing Live Band Event
• Friday 9th August – Summer Dinner & Dance
• Friday 4th October – Bournemouth Dance Weekend
• Friday 25th October – Halloween Social
• Friday 8th November – Winter Dinner & Dance
• Friday 6th December – Christmas Social
• Sunday 15th December – Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Friday 31st January 2025 – Ceilidh Night (details TBC)
• Thursday 13th February 2025 – Viennese Ball Weekend in Austria

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 21/06/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 21/06/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 21/04/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 26/04/2024

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News and Notices

Instagram…flipping marvelous

Non-dance related, but we thought you might appreciate Antony’s pancake flipping technique!

As always, likes and comments really help us on social media so please feel free to click those buttons!

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New Marketing Launching

You will notice over the next few weeks that we will be videoing/photographing at various points during classes and lessons. This is to accompany a new marketing campaign that we are launching.

You’ll also begin to see more regular video content released on our social media channels as a result.

There are also posters up around the studio with a QR code that you can scan to leave us a review on Google. We’d really appreciate it if you would give us a quick review as we’re aiming to get from 17 reviews up to 100!

Bachata Course

Our Bachata course starts from Monday 17th June at 7pm. It will be an initial 6 week course and will be extended if enough students wish to continue.

The course costs £50pp and will aim to start with the basics of the dance.

We still have a few spaces left if you’re interested in joining us.

Social Foxtrot Course

Always wanted to know how to dance the Social Foxtrot?

Or maybe you’ve been dancing with us for years and have forgotten this useful social dance for when space is tight?

This course is primarily aimed at beginners looking to focus on the Social Foxtrot and master the basics but we expect to end up covering the entire Social Foxtrot and is a good choice even for experienced dancers.

The course will run for 4 weeks and cost £35 per person.

Simply Swing Live Band Event

For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

We only have 4 tickets remaining!!! More Details…

Bournemouth Dance Weekend

Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

We only have 1 Solo room remaining. All other rooms are now fully booked.

Summer Dinner & Dance

Our summer dinner & dance takes place on Friday 9th August. Doors open at 7pm with food ready around 7.30pm/7.45pm.

The menu includes a selection of meats, halloumi kebabs, five side dishes and a summer dessert.

The evening costs £40pp and includes a welcome drink. We are already 20% booked!

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Monday 17th June – Bachata Course starts
• Sunday 23rd June – Social Foxtrot Course starts

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance
• Friday 28th June – Simply Swing Live Band Event
• Friday 9th August – Summer Dinner & Dance
• Friday 4th October – Bournemouth Dance Weekend
• Friday 25th October – Halloween Social
• Friday 8th November – Winter Dinner & Dance
• Friday 6th December – Christmas Social
• Sunday 15th December – Christmas Afternoon Tea
• Friday 31st January 2025 – Ceilidh Night (details TBC)
• Thursday 13th February 2025 – Viennese Ball Weekend in Austria

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 23/05/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 23/05/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 21/04/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 26/04/2024

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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.

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On a brisk November afternoon, we had the pleasure of hosting extraordinary dance workshops led by none other than the Strictly legend herself, Erin Boag. The event, held on the 12th of November 2023, transformed our usual space into a vibrant dance floor, where amateurs and seasoned dancers alike could explore the world of ballroom dancing under Erin’s expert guidance.

The Setting

As the participants arrived, the air buzzed with excitement and the soft murmur of anticipation. Erin Boag, with her ever-radiant smile and undeniable charm, made everyone feel instantly welcome and eager to start.

The Workshop

Erin began the workshop with a warm-up, easing everyone into the mood with basic steps that gradually built up in complexity. Her teaching style was both inspiring and accessible, making it easy for each participant to follow along regardless of their skill level.

As the afternoon progressed, Erin introduced more intricate sequences and techniques. Participants not only learned the steps but also received tips on posture, presentation, and how to convey emotion through dance.

The Energy

The energy in the room was palpable. Laughter and music filled the air, creating a joyful and supportive atmosphere. It was a sight to behold as everyone moved in sync, their faces lit up with the joy of dance. Erin’s enthusiasm was contagious; she moved through the crowd, offering encouragement and sharing laughs with the attendees.

The Gallery

Below is a gallery of images captured during the workshop. These photos encapsulate the spirit of the day—vibrant, educational, and full of life.

Reflections

As the workshop concluded, participants expressed their gratitude and shared their personal highlights. Many noted how the workshop had boosted their confidence and deepened their appreciation for dance. Erin spent time chatting with the attendees and answering questions, plus posing for selfies!

Looking Forward

The success of this workshop has inspired us to plan more events like this in the future. It was not only an opportunity to learn from one of the best but also a chance to connect with others who share a passion for dance.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Erin Boag for leading an unforgettable afternoon and to all the participants who brought their energy and enthusiasm. Stay tuned for more events, and keep dancing!

This day was a beautiful reminder of how dance can bring people together and create lasting memories. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced dancer, there’s always something magical about moving to the rhythm of the music, especially when guided by a true professional like Erin.

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Are you ready to sway to the rhythm, feel the beat, and let loose in an evening filled with music, dance, and lively entertainment? Join us for an unforgettable Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social featuring the sensational live band, Simply Swing. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a beginner eager to dip your toes into the world of dance, this event promises a night of excitement, elegance, and a whole lot of fun!

Simply Swing Live Band Event Details:
Date: Friday 28th June 2024
Time: 7.30pm – 10.30pm (doors open 7pm)
Location: Learn To Dance, Cherry Orchard Pavilion, Britwell Road, Burnham, SL1 8DL
Ticket Price: £50pp – Book Now

The Magic of Live Music

Experience the allure of live music with Simply Swing, a renowned band known for their electrifying performances that perfectly capture the spirit of both Ballroom and Latin dance genres. From the sultry sounds of a slow tango to the upbeat tempo of a cha-cha, Simply Swing’s dynamic range promises to keep you on your feet all night long. Their professional musicianship will create an authentic backdrop for dancing and an immersive atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else!

Dance the Night Away

Our Simply Swing Live Band dance social is designed for everyone—from those who have mastered their dance steps to those who have never danced before but are eager to learn. The floor will be open for everyone to practice, perform, and enjoy themselves. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends, learn a new skill, and create lasting memories.

Dress to Impress

Put on your dancing shoes and dress to impress! The evening calls for semi-formal to formal attire, so dust off your best outfit and get ready to shine. Whether it’s a flowing gown or a sharp suit, dressing up is part of the fun and adds an extra touch of class to our dance social.

Capture the Moment

Don’t forget to capture the memories! We will have a designated photo area where you can take pictures to remember the night. Plus, our roaming photographer will be snapping photos of all the fun moments throughout the event.

Join Us and the Simply Swing Live Band!

Don’t miss out on this spectacular evening of dancing, music, and merriment. Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure yours early! Whether you’re looking to indulge in your passion for dance, try something new, or simply enjoy a night out with a difference, our Ballroom and Latin American Dance Social is the perfect occasion. We look forward to seeing you there and watching you dazzle on the dance floor!

For more information please contact us. To book you can use the booking option below, or to reserve a space for another person visit our full booking system.

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Come for the music, stay for the dance. Let’s make it a night to remember with the Simply Swing Live Band!

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News and Notices

Instagram…some bunny to dance

We had a great Good Friday Afternoon Tea on Friday, including receiving these wonderful statues as a gift from a student.

A brief dilemma as to where we were going to site them, but we think we’ve found a nice place to display.

Hope you’ve all had a great Easter weekend.

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YouTube…dance lessons are coming back

It’s been a long two year hiatus from our regular YouTube lessons, whilst we worked on rebuilding the dance school following Covid.

However we’re now ready to start releasing new video lessons, with our initial plan being some companion videos to our upcoming Beginner Waltz Course. The first video will be released on Sunday 7th April to coincide with the start of the course.

You can enjoy our relaunch teaser below (oh and we’ve included our usual outtakes selection for your enjoyment too!)

Feel free to check out our YouTube channel for more videos. The more you watch and like our videos it really helps us to be recommended to other viewers so we’d appreciate that too.

Beginner Waltz Course

We are going to trial reintroducing courses for complete beginners, so they can focus on a single dance over a few weeks.

The courses will take place on Sundays at 6pm, starting with Waltz from Sunday 7th April. This first course will be 5 weeks and costs £42pp. Read more…

Tango Course Extension

Our Monday night Tango Course will be extending for another 6 weeks from Monday 8th April.

We have just started touching on Silver level figures but some of this course will be focused on consolidating moves learnt in the first 12 weeks.

Experienced dancers are welcome to join the course at this point.

The course extension costs £50pp for the 6 week extension.

American Smooth Course

Starting on Wednesday 10th April will be an American Smooth course.

This course will focus on some of the more ‘Fred & Ginger’ style steps that you can incorporate into your existing Ballroom dances.

There will be NO LIFTS on this course!

The course costs £50pp for the 6 weeks and will be extended as long as there is demand. Read more

Anniversary Party

We will be hosting our Anniversary Party on Friday 26th April from 7pm-11pm.

The ticket price of £10 includes a welcome drink.

Dancing starts from around 8.30pm.

We are already 25% booked for this event.

Kristina Rihanoff Workshop Day

Due to a scheduling conflict Kristina has asked if we can switch these workshops to Saturday 18th May. Alternatively we may look at engaging a different ex-Strictly pro for these workshops.

We are currently in contact with existing bookings to confirm how many would be able to make the switch to the Saturday.

Confirmation of any changes are expected this week and we will let you know as soon as possible.

Simply Swing Live Band Event

For our June social we have invited a wonderful Ballroom and Latin American band, Simply Swing, to come to the studio.

The evening will feature 3 x 40minute live sets, with recorded music provided during the breaks.

Tickets cost £50pp and the event is available to book now. To reserve a space for another person please click here.

Bournemouth Dance Weekend

Our Bournemouth Dance Weekend will take place at The Queens Hotel & Spa this year from Friday 4th-Sunday 6th October.

As well as DB&B our students will also have access to their indoor pool and jacuzzi, as well as discounted spa treatments.

This year’s break will be Quickstep & Jive with a ‘Guys & Molls’ theme to the Saturday night.

The cost will be £315pp, with a £70 single person supplement. You can save £15pp if you book and pay in full before 30th April.

There are also upgrades available (based on 2 sharing) of £20pp to a Supreme Double or £40pp to a Junior Suite.

We only have 1 Solo Rooms, 3 Supreme Doubles and 1 Junior Suite remaining.

Photos of the Queen’s Hotel & Spa

Upcoming

Dance Workshops

• Sunday 7th April – Beginner Waltz Course
• Monday 8th April – Tango Course Extension
• Wednesday 10th April – American Course Extension

Social Events

• Every Monday & Friday – Weekly Tea Dance

Downloads

Download our most recent schedules

• Dates for your Diary – updated 16/03/2024
• Schedule of Dances – updated 20/03/2024
• Class Timetable (Landscape) – updated 08/01/2024
• Class Timetable (list) – updated 08/01/2024

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