Can my child try a class before we commit?

Yes. Book a paid taster class (or a few, if your child would like to try different styles). Afterwards we'll send full enrolment details. There's no obligation to join.

Does my child need any dance experience?

Not at all. Our classes welcome children of all abilities, and we'll place your child in the right group for their age and experience.

How does payment work?

You pay for the taster class first. If you decide to enrol, the remainder of the term is paid in advance by direct debit, split into three payments. We'll send full fee details with your enrolment information.

What should my child wear?

Nothing special for the taster. We lend uniform and shoes for one taster class. If you enrol, we'll send details of the right uniform from our online supplier, or our secondhand group.

Do parents need to stay on site?

For weekday Preschool, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 classes, a parent needs to stay on site, and all 3-year-olds must have a parent on site. On Saturdays our team escorts children between classes and to the toilet. If you use the café area, please make a small purchase.

Can I watch my child's class?

To help children settle and focus, parents don't come into taster classes. Some studios have a window you can peek through, and we hold watching weeks most terms.

Are there exams and shows?

We mostly follow the ISTD syllabus, with optional exams in Ballet and Tap where appropriate, but exams are never the main focus. Dancers also perform in our shows, including at Worthing's Pavilion Theatre, and in our spring showcase.

Where are classes held?

Most classes take place at Heene Community Centre in Worthing, which has an onsite café. Contemporary classes for older students run on Mondays at Durrington High School.

The Joy of Dance · Ages 3–18

Children's dance classes in Worthing

Ballet, Tap, Modern and imaginative Movers classes where children build confidence, make friends and fall in love with dance, taught by positive, professional, ISTD-registered teachers.

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Classes by age

Find the right class for your child

From first steps at three to pointe preparation as a teenager, every class is planned for its age group and welcomes complete beginners.

Ages 3–4 · Preschool Movers

Preschool

Seasonal stories, music and imaginative play that quietly build school-ready skills.

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Young dancers in lilac leotards practising arm positions in the studio

Ages 4–7 · Movers & Tap

Reception to Year 2

Structured Movers classes built on ballet foundations, with an optional Saturday Tap class.

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Smiling junior dancers at the barre during a Grace Dance ballet class

Ages 7–11 · Ballet · Tap · Modern

Year 3 to Year 6

Separate Ballet, Tap and Modern classes that build real technique, with optional ISTD exams.

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Teacher guiding a senior student's arm position in ballet class

Ages 11–18 · Ballet · Tap · Modern · Contemporary

Year 7+

Stronger technique, pre-pointe preparation, exam pathways and expressive Contemporary.

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Preschool dancers in blue dresses skipping across the studio with their teacher

Our approach

Imagination first, technique always

We use storytelling, music and expression to spark a lifelong love of dance. Classes support children's development, balance body and mind, and treat every dancer with respect.

Every class is age-appropriate and parent-friendly, and there are optional ISTD exams and shows for dancers who want them.

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Why Grace Dance?

Positive. Professional. Joyful.

Positive

Every child is welcomed, encouraged and cared for. Wellbeing comes first in every class.

Professional

Qualified, experienced teachers deliver well-planned classes with clear progression.

Joyful

Classes are fun, friendly and sociable: the best way to build confidence that lasts.

What parents say

Loved by Worthing families

Rated 4.9/5 from 71 Google reviews

“The teachers are great and are able to balance having fun in class with actually learning dance technique. I would highly recommend these classes to anyone.”

ClareGrade 1 Ballet & Grade 3 Modern parent

“I've been extremely impressed by how professional, proactive & well organised you have been, from day-to-day operations and communications, to the wonderful shows at the Pavilion Theatre. Grace Dance is a real asset for Worthing.”

BeckyParent

“My daughter can be very shy but she's settled in so well. It's such a lovely and welcoming dance school. We are really pleased with her progress and the opportunities offered.”

JodieParent

“Thank you for providing a fun and nurturing environment for the children to learn in. They are clearly thriving!”

SarahParent

“Choosing your school for my girls was one of the best decisions I ever made.”

AmyParent

“Grace Dance is A-MAZ-ING. Miss Fiona and the teachers have created such a supportive, nurturing, happy environment. Seeing them with the children is like watching magic at work.”

EmilyYear 2 Movers parent

How it works

From first enquiry to first plié

Trying Grace Dance is simple, and there's no commitment until you've seen how your child gets on.

Step 1: Send an enquiry

Tell us your child's age and the days that suit you. It takes about a minute.

Step 2: We find the right class

We'll get back to you to confirm the best class, day and time for your child.

Step 3: Come to a taster

Your child tries a paid taster class with the teacher they'll have going forward. We lend uniform and shoes.

Step 4: Enrol for the term

Loved it? We'll send enrolment details. The rest of the term is paid by direct debit in three instalments.

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Timetable

Weekly classes at a glance

Times for older dancers vary by grade. Send an enquiry and we'll help you find the right day and style.

Preschool

Movers: Mondays 9.15–9.45am
Movers: Thursdays 3.45–4.15pm
Movers: Saturdays 8.55–9.25, 9.00–9.30 or 9.30–10.00am

Class details

Reception

Movers: Thursdays 4.15–4.45pm
Movers: Saturdays 10.00–10.30 or 10.30–11.00am
Tap: Saturdays 9.30–10.00 or 10.00–10.30am

Class details

Year 1

Movers: Mondays 4.00–4.30pm
Movers: Thursdays 4.45–5.15pm
Movers: Saturdays 11.00–11.30am
Tap: Saturdays 10.30–11.00am

Class details

Year 2

Movers: Mondays 4.30–5.00pm (ballet with a little modern)
Movers: Saturdays 11.35am–12.20pm
Tap: Saturdays 11.05–11.35am

Class details

Year 3 to Year 6

Ballet: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Tap: Wednesdays & Saturdays
Modern: Thursdays

Class details

Year 7+

Ballet: Wednesdays & Fridays
Tap: Wednesdays
Modern: Thursdays
Contemporary: Mondays at Durrington High School (mostly Year 9+, or Year 7/8 with experience)

Class details

Meet our principal

Fiona Ramasami LISTD

Director & Principal Teacher

Fiona trained at the world-renowned Laine Theatre Arts and made her West End debut aged 11, going on to perform in the UK tour of Evita and a music video with Annie Lennox. With 22 years of teaching experience, she has helped past pupils win places at Laban, The Place and London Studio Centre, and she trains other teachers to deliver high-quality preschool dance.

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Where we dance

Dance classes in the heart of Worthing

Easily reached from Goring-by-Sea, Lancing, Littlehampton and Shoreham-by-Sea. Grab a drink at the onsite café while your child dances (subject to opening times).

Get directions

Main studio

Heene Community Centre,
Worthing

Onsite café for waiting parents
Weekday and Saturday classes
Contemporary (Year 7+) at Durrington High School

FAQs

Questions parents often ask

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