Dance, Workshops within 5 miles of Edinburgh

Young people (aged 16–25) can get a little taster in circus skills, urban dance, and performance with a tryout workshop with Bright Night International. From this, there is the chance to be a part of a 12-week training programme and the opportunity to perform at Edinburgh Mela.

Come and enjoy traditional, vibrant West African dance combined in a creative way. The live drumming and energetic movements will leave you uplifted and buzzing for the rest of the weekend! African drums played live by Andy Cook. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. Booking is essential.

We know Nicki Minaj, Beyonc� and Shakira can shake it, but now it''s our turn to take over! In this fast-paced, fun class, we will cover styles from music video to reggaeton to pure pop; make sure you bring all your diva attitude.

Burlesque Improvers is designed for those already initiated in the world of old-fashioned burlesque and concentrates on the ‘3 Cs’ of burlesque – concept, character and choreography – as well as advanced peeling, posing and teasing techniques! This class will challenge the individual performer as well as offer fun-filled…

A chance to learn those traditional Scottish partner dances and join in the ceilidh. A great way to have fun, meet new people and experience an integral part of Scottish culture. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.

Ceilidh dancing is possibly the most social of all dances. Dance with your partner, dance with others in a group and join in the party! The pace of this class will be led by the dancers with live accordion accompaniment. Prepare for a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable…

Beginning with a warm-up in the latter half of the beginners class. For those already familiar with the traditional dances and who are ready to try out the less well-known ones. Prepare for a reel mix, all in an authentic ceilidh style. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.

Think Dita von Teese, Gypsy Rose Lee and Bettie Page - slip on your seamed stockings and opera gloves as you are led through the glamorous world of retro burlesque-striptease. Teaching technique and incorporating it into dance routines, this class is guaranteed to make you feel confident and sassy! Age 18+ For…

These classes are a great introduction to Street Dance, with funky warm-ups and basic moves followed by street routines to hip sounds old and new. No experience needed so come and join the fun! Wear comfortable, loose clothing and indoor trainers. Booking is essential.

This brand new class will take you on a whirlwind journey across the African continent, exploring dance, movement and music that celebrate important chapters throughout human life: weddings, births, the all-important harvest, arrival of the rains and more. Come with comfortable clothing, lots of enthusiasm and get ready…

Learn to dance authentic Afro-Cuban dances such as Gag�, Vod� and Palo with Yamil Ferrera from Santiago de Cuba. In these general level classes you will learn how to dance to a number of key Afro-Cuban rhythms and Yamil will work on overall body movements and technique. No previous experience or partner required, just…

A class suitable for those with a sound knowledge of ballroom and Latin with experience in all rhythms who would like the challenge of higher grade figure work and choreography with the same attention to style and technique as our other classes. Booking is essential.

Come and learn the basic steps, style and history of BBoying (more commonly known as breakdance). From top rock to drops and from footwork to freezes, as well as timing and musicality, this class will give you the foundations you need to take your skills to the next level. Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor…

Learn more of classical ballet’s dance vocabulary: align your arabesques - multiply your pirouettes - engage with your entrechats - soar through the air with your grands jet�s - strengthen your core and develop your poise, style, grace, musicality, presentation and communication skills. And improve your French!

Contemporary Capoeira fuses traditional and modern capoeira techniques, with an emphasis on fluidity, flow and interaction. The class aims to increase balance, strength and flexibility through diverse and dynamic movements. No experience of dance is required; the techniques are accessible to everyone and the class will…

This class is suited to those with some previous experience contemporary or jazz movement. It will begin with a set warm-up fusing contemporary and jazz technique. Each week you will learn a different short sequence that will challenge you physically and emotionally and allow you to work on your musicality and…

This class emphasises placement, breath and musicality. A thorough technique warm-up is followed by travelling sequences and jumps that explore a dynamic use of the space, to the rhythms of wonderful live music. We recommend loose comfortable clothing and bare feet for all classes.

We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working together as a group and in pairs with parents builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, whilst developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose…

Have fun using your creativity and imagination in order to make your own dances. Participants will develop co-ordination, balance and flexibility, while learning contemporary dance movement sequences which will give them the building blocks needed for expressing themselves through dance. We will work together as a team in…

Let''s crank it up a notch! Have the basics down? Want to push your boundaries further? Here''s one for you. This class not only gives you an explosive new routine each week but also improves your footwork skills and hip hop style. Get your baggies on and bring plenty of water! Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor…

If you like trying a bit of everything within the hip hop genre, then this is the class for you! From funk styles lockin’ and poppin’ to New York’s hip hop and house… each week will be a lucky dip. There will be something for everyone. Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor trainers.

As its name suggests, LeRoc evolved in France after American GIs at the end of WWII brought the Jitterbug, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Lindy Hop and the Charleston. Like any other partner dance, LeRoc is taught as a footwork syllabus, but should not be confused with “Modern Jive”. It’s a fun and quick way…

For those who have never tapped before. This class introduces basic tap steps along with technique for rhythm and style, as well as building a fun routine each week. This is a relaxed class with time to practice and chat. Wear comfortable clothing and tap shoes or strong hard-soled shoes. Booking is essential.