Dance Classes for Children & Teens
Ballet, tap, modern, street dance, acro, and musical theatre for children from Reception age right through to teenagers. IDTA-accredited classes with a 100% exam pass rate, taught by named, qualified teachers who know every student by name.
- Ballet, tap, modern, street, acro & musical theatre
- IDTA-examined grades: 100% pass rate every year
- Annual shows and competition troupes
- Classes from Reception upward at 4 locations
- 2-week trial for new students
100% IDTA
Exam pass rate
What Classes Are Available?
Six disciplines across all our locations. Find the style that fits your child.
Ballet
Reception upward
Classical ballet following the IDTA syllabus, from introductory grades right through to senior examinations. Develops technique, posture, musicality, and discipline.
Tap
Reception upward
Rhythmic tap dance from beginner to advanced. IDTA-examined grades build footwork, timing, and performance confidence in a fun, musical environment.
Modern & Commercial
Reception upward
Contemporary and commercial styles explored through IDTA-graded modern dance. High energy, expressive, and endlessly varied.
Street Dance
Reception upward
From breaking and popping to commercial hip-hop and freestyle. Street dance classes build confidence, creativity, and an authentic sense of rhythm.
Acro
Primary upward
The dance-gymnastics hybrid that children absolutely love. Cartwheels, walkovers, aerials, and acrobatic floorwork woven into dynamic choreography.
Musical Theatre
Reception upward
Singing, acting, and dancing combined, just like the West End. Mini Musical Theatre classes bring stories to life and build stage presence from an early age.
Structured Learning & Real Achievement
Zest Dance is IDTA-accredited: every class follows a professional curriculum.
100% IDTA Pass Rate
Every Zest Dance student who sits an IDTA examination passes. Every year. Every session. We're proud of that record and work hard to maintain it.
Graded Examinations
Children progress through recognised IDTA grades in ballet, tap, and modern dance. Certificates and medals mark each milestone, tangible proof of their achievement.
Performance Opportunities
Annual shows with 185+ students on stage, plus competition troupes. Our Kenilworth and Stratford teams have won first place at national competitions.
Named Teachers
Every class is taught by a qualified, named teacher. We keep class sizes small so every child gets attention and progresses at the right pace.
185+ students on stage every year
Annual shows, competitions, and performance teams
100% IDTA Exam Pass Rate, Every Year
Every Zest Dance student who sits an IDTA examination passes. We've maintained a 100% pass rate across every session since the school opened in 2018. Certificates, medals, and a very proud teacher.
- Ballet, tap & modern examined grades
- Certificates and medals presented at each session
- Proper technique and preparation, not just fun
- Students progress at their own pace through the grades
What to expect in your first class
A warm, friendly welcome. No experience needed, no judgment, just dancing.
- 1
Arrive in comfy kit
Leggings or shorts and a t-shirt are perfect to start. Uniform can come later.
- 2
Meet the teacher
Our staff introduce your child to the group and make sure they feel at ease.
- 3
Warm-up & technique
Every class opens with a warm-up, then works through technique, steps, and choreography.
- 4
Small, kind groups
Classes are small enough that every child gets attention, and bigger kids make new friends.
- 5
Two weeks to decide
Your paid 2-week trial gives them space to find their feet before committing to the term.
“Dance really helped bring my little one out of her shell. She's gone from barely talking to performing on stage in front of hundreds of people.”
Naomi, Zest Dance parent
Find a Class Near You
Children's classes run at all four of our locations.
Dance Lessons for Children in Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham & New Milton
Zest Dance offers IDTA-accredited dance classes for children from Reception age through to teenagers across Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Evesham, and New Milton. Whether your child is a complete beginner or already dancing elsewhere, we have a class that will challenge and inspire them.
Our children's classes cover six disciplines: ballet, tap, modern, street dance, acro, and musical theatre. All examined classes follow the IDTA curriculum, and we have achieved a 100% exam pass rate every single year since the school was founded in 2018.
Beyond the classroom, Zest Dance students perform in annual shows with 185+ students on stage, and our competition troupes have won first place at national dance competitions. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to shine, whether on the exam floor or centre stage.
Come and try a class
Their first class could be the start of something big.
- Two full weeks of classes from £14–£20
- No long-term commitment
- Friendly teachers who help nervous beginners settle in
