About Us
We are BALADS! Our classes cater for all abilities - whether you are already a master of Ballroom and Latin or a self-confessed owner of two left feet, our dancers and teachers are here to help you improve in a friendly atmosphere. We provide Beginner, Novice and Intermediate/Advanced private and group classes in Ballroom and Latin, as well as Rock & Roll, social classes, beginner, novice, and open practises, and frequent socials such as sports night, pub quizes, and an annual ball! You do not need to bring a partner so come along and have a go!
You can take your dancing as far as you like with our club - we have professional coaches who are tireless in their dedication to our members. We encourage anyone to compete in competitions within weeks of joining, and all levels of dancers will find friendly competition in their category on the Inter Varsity Dancesport circuit, which culminates in our annual championship in Blackpool, home of the finest ballrooms on the world.
Please get in touch if you have any questions!
Our Schedule - posted online weekly
MONDAY
- 6 - 7 pm : Social Class - open to all abilities, come along and learn some fun dance steps, taught by experienced society members.
- 7 - 8 pm : Rock 'n' Roll - taught by our professional coach, Craig, this is a fun and lively dance, accessible for all levels of experience.
TUESDAY - taught by our professional coach, Jackie
- 11 am - 6 pm : Private Lessons - available during the day to book a private lesson with our professional coach.
- 6 - 7:30 pm : Novice Ballroom and Latin - for everyone who has a bit of experience with Ballroom and Latin.
- 7:30 - 9 pm : Inter/Advanced Ballroom and Latin - for experienced Ballroom and Latin dancers in search of a challenge.
THURSDAY
- 7 - 8 pm : Beginners - taught by committee for for those of you who are new to this sport! We go from the absolute beginning so do not worry if you have no dance experience at all!
- 8 - 9 pm : Novice practice - for those attending the novice classes, with Committee on hand to help.
FRIDAY
At the weekend it's practice time! Come along to practise what you've learned on your own or to go through routines with a partner. Drop in for as long as you want and ask us any questions you have! We alternate starting ballroom and latin first each week.
- 6 - 7 pm : Beginners' Practice - an hour of practice just for those of you who are in our beginner's classes! With Committee on hand to help.
- 7 - 10 pm : Open Practice - open to all members.
SATURDAY
If we aren't at a competition, Saturday is also practice day and is an excellent hangover cure!
- 12 - 1 pm : Beginners' Practice - an hour of practice just for those of you who are in our beginner's class! With Committee on hand to help.
- 1 - 4 pm : Open Practice - open to all our members.