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Dance for Everyone

From first pliés to centre stage, we nurture dancers of every age to grow in confidence, develop their skills and find their joy in dance.

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Proudly Teaching Dance for Over 25 Years

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Dance is for Everyone

From our youngest Little Ones taking their first dance steps to aspiring dancers preparing for a future on the stage, we welcome children of all ages and abilities. We also have a range of adult classes for those looking to keep fit, discover a new hobby, or return to dance and rediscover their passion after years away. With classes in ISTD Classical Ballet, ISTD Classical Greek, Contemporary, ISTD Tap, ISTD Modern, Body Conditioning, Jazz and Musical Theatre, we give every student the opportunity to discover a love of dance that can last a lifetime.

Fun, Creativity and Confidence

We believe dance should be fun, inspiring and inclusive. Our classes give children the chance to step away from screens, explore their creativity and express themselves through movement and music. Along the way, they develop confidence, coordination, strength, flexibility, posture and valuable social skills — all within a warm and encouraging environment.

Everyone has a chance to Shine

Our biennial showcase is a wonderful opportunity for every student to experience the excitement of performing on stage. Every dancer has a part to play, giving them the chance to build confidence, celebrate their progress and enjoy their own moment to shine. Because dance is for everyone.

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Where Talent and Confidence Grow

Talent takes Centre Stage

Our biennial show is a wonderful opportunity for our students to take the skills and confidence they have developed in their classes and bring them to the big stage. It gives them the chance to perform alongside their friends, experience the excitement of dancing in front of a live audience, and share their hard work with their families. For many students, stepping onto the stage is a huge confidence boost and a very special experience that they will remember for years to come.

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From Training to Success

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"Amazing Dance School Amazing Teachers. Everyone is friendly, helpful and looks out for each other, highly recommend" - Natalie (Dance Mum)

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Future Performers

At Clays Dance Academy, we are committed to helping our students develop their skills and prepare for future careers in dance and the performing arts. Our students have the opportunity to represent CDA at local Hampshire festivals and competitions across a range of disciplines, with some progressing to compete at the AED All England Dance Finals. We also offer guidance and support for students preparing for auditions for further training in dance professionally as well as those applying for company Associate Schemes.

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