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Dance School in Walderslade, Chatham

We are a professional, caring, friendly dance school in Walderslade, Chatham. Pupils can learn to dance with us whether this be purely as a hobby or seeking strong technical training should they wish to pursue a professional career in the industry.

Our tuition assists students in building their self-confidence and self-esteem whilst teaching key techniques and performance skills. These are valuable attributes that pupils can transfer to enhance many other aspects of their lives.

Our classes are for all ages and held at The 41st Scout Hall, Mafeking Road, Walderslade, Chatham, Kent.

Dance School in Walderslade, Chatham

We are a professional, caring, friendly dance school in Walderslade, Chatham. Pupils can learn to dance with us whether this be purely as a hobby or seeking strong technical training should they wish to pursue a professional career in the industry.

Our tuition assists students in building their self-confidence and self-esteem whilst teaching key techniques and performance skills. These are valuable attributes that pupils can transfer to enhance many other aspects of their lives.

Our classes are for all ages and held at The 41st Scout Hall, Mafeking Road, Walderslade, Chatham, Kent.

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Our classes

We offer classes in I.S.T.D Ballet, Modern and Tap, Teensy Toes Ballet (pre-school class), Little Boppers, Junior, Inter and Senior Street, Lyrical Contemporary and Adult Classes.

Our classes

We offer classes in I.S.T.D Ballet, Modern and Tap, Teensy Toes Ballet (pre-school class), Little Boppers, Junior, Inter and Senior Street, Lyrical Contemporary and Adult Classes.

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ISTD Ballet

Ballet is the foundation of all dance genres. It’s an excellent way of developing strength, co-ordination, control and improving posture.

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ISTD Tap

Students have so much fun creating different rhythms with their feet and it is one of the most enjoyable and rhythmic art forms.

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ISTD Modern

Our Modern Theatre classes enable children to learn skills such as leaps, kicks, turns and various travelling steps.

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Street

A fashionable, enjoyable and energetic dance style accompanied by the most contemporary music today.

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Lyrical Contemporary

Combining Lyrical Ballet, Modern and Acrobatics, students gain an acute sense of artistic expression through fluid dance movements and unrestricted lines.

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Adult Classes

Our Dancercise and Tap lessons give adults the chance to keep fit and active in a friendly and pressure-free environment.

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ISTD Ballet

Ballet is the foundation of all dance genres. It’s an excellent way of developing strength, co-ordination, control and improving posture.

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ISTD Tap

Students have so much fun creating different rhythms with their feet and it is one of the most enjoyable and rhythmic art forms.

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ISTD Modern

Our Modern Theatre classes enable children to learn skills such as leaps, kicks, turns and various travelling steps.

street

Street

A fashionable, enjoyable and energetic dance style accompanied by the most contemporary music today.

lyrical

Lyrical Contemporary

Combining Lyrical Ballet, Modern and Acrobatics, students gain an acute sense of artistic expression through fluid dance movements and unrestricted lines.

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Adult Classes

Our Dancercise and Tap lessons give adults the chance to keep fit and active in a friendly and pressure-free environment.

What they say

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Fab Dance School. My daughters have been going to HI Dance Academy for 4 years now and still love it. It’s friendly, welcoming and the teachers are always encouraging of the students and their different talents/abilities. The confidence it gives my girls is amazing, especially when they get to showcase their work at the school fetes and shows. Would definitely recommend this dance school.

 

Emma

Parent

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My daughter does Ballet, Tap, Modern and Street. She absolutely loves her dance classes, she has made lovely friends. Her confidence has soared and she adores her teachers who are fun, friendly and so committed to the children’s achievements. The shows they put on are amazing and gives the children such a wonderful opportunity to dance on stage. The school is like a little family and the older girls even help with the smaller ones. Highly recommend!

 

Rebecca

Parent

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Brilliant Dance School. HI Dance Academy is such a lovely dance school. My daughters have been here since they were babies and their confidence has grown not only in dance but in themselves and this is reflected in their day to day life, at school and at home. The teachers are exceptionally kind, professional, experienced and encouraging and make everyone feel included. The children have the opportunity to take exams and perform in shows, which they thoroughly enjoy. It is a small, friendly school and everyone is made to feel welcome and my daughters have made wonderful friendships here. I would highly recommend this dance school, whatever your age.

 

Jenny

Parent

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Hannah and all the teachers at this dance school are amazing – friendly, enthusiastic and engaging with all the children that go there. Even during this tough year Hannah’s love for the school and her pupils shines through – she’s creative and innovative and manages to have some fun in all the activities she sets for the children whilst teaching the technical aspects of dance. Great dance school!

 

Natalie

Parent

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I do the Adult Dancercise and Tap classes. I’ve met some lovely people and was made to feel very welcome when I first joined. I look forward to Wednesdays.

 

Mandy

Adult Classes

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I’ve done Street Dance at HI Dance Academy for 4 years now & Modern, Tap and Ballet for 3 years. Dance is my favourite thing to do and I have learnt so much in the time I have been there. Miss Hannah and Miss Sophie are always encouraging me to do my best and I hope to be as good as them one day! I’ve made lots of friends there to and I always look forward to my lessons.

 

Lucy

Student

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Hannah worked with our school during our Healthy Living Weeks and she was amazing with our children – they had so much fun and practiced lots of different skills. One of the younger boys told me he didn’t usually like dance, but loved that session! Thank you so much!

 

Riyaad

Swingate Primary School

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I have been a member of HI Dance Academy from a very young age. It is a fun, friendly dance family! Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. Great opportunities in taking exams, show performances and building technique. It’s the place to be to learn something new, build on confidence, meet new people or just to have fun! I would fully recommend!

 

Sophie

Student

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My eldest daughter has been at the school for 3 years and my youngest has just recently started at baby ballet. They both love attending the school, they have fun, they learn and make great friends. The teachers are dedicated and have a genuine care for the children. I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.

 

Hannah

Parent

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I attend the adult dancercise and tap class every Wednesday evening. These are fun enjoyable classes with a very relaxed atmosphere and great company.

 

Christine

Adult Classes

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I absolutely adore attending HI Dance Academy. I have found my love for dance again and I’ve come on leaps and bounds in my technical ability. Hannah and the team are just incredible and so caring. They nurture every student and no question is ever too silly! We not only have a good laugh, but also work hard and improve. If you want to dance, you HAVE to go to HI Dance Academy

 

Charlotte

Student

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My daughter and son love coming to HI Dance Academy. The teachers are brilliant with the children and very professional! Highly recommend to anyone wanting to join. The classes are fun and relaxed, but still to a high standard and family friendly.

 

Gemma

Parent

What they say

stars

 

Fab Dance School. My daughters have been going to HI Dance Academy for 4 years now and still love it. It’s friendly, welcoming and the teachers are always encouraging of the students and their different talents/abilities. The confidence it gives my girls is amazing, especially when they get to showcase their work at the school fetes and shows. Would definitely recommend this dance school.

 

Emma

Parent

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My daughter does Ballet, Tap, Modern and Street. She absolutely loves her dance classes, she has made lovely friends. Her confidence has soared and she adores her teachers who are fun, friendly and so committed to the children’s achievements. The shows they put on are amazing and gives the children such a wonderful opportunity to dance on stage. The school is like a little family and the older girls even help with the smaller ones. Highly recommend!

 

Rebecca

Parent

stars

 

Brilliant Dance School. HI Dance Academy is such a lovely dance school. My daughters have been here since they were babies and their confidence has grown not only in dance but in themselves and this is reflected in their day to day life, at school and at home. The teachers are exceptionally kind, professional, experienced and encouraging and make everyone feel included. The children have the opportunity to take exams and perform in shows, which they thoroughly enjoy. It is a small, friendly school and everyone is made to feel welcome and my daughters have made wonderful friendships here. I would highly recommend this dance school, whatever your age.

 

Jenny

Parent

stars

 

Hannah and all the teachers at this dance school are amazing – friendly, enthusiastic and engaging with all the children that go there. Even during this tough year Hannah’s love for the school and her pupils shines through – she’s creative and innovative and manages to have some fun in all the activities she sets for the children whilst teaching the technical aspects of dance. Great dance school!

 

Natalie

Parent

stars

 

I do the Adult Dancercise and Tap classes. I’ve met some lovely people and was made to feel very welcome when I first joined. I look forward to Wednesdays.

 

Mandy

Adult Classes

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I’ve done Street Dance at HI Dance Academy for 4 years now & Modern, Tap and Ballet for 3 years. Dance is my favourite thing to do and I have learnt so much in the time I have been there. Miss Hannah and Miss Sophie are always encouraging me to do my best and I hope to be as good as them one day! I’ve made lots of friends there to and I always look forward to my lessons.

 

Lucy

Student

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Hannah worked with our school during our Healthy Living Weeks and she was amazing with our children – they had so much fun and practiced lots of different skills. One of the younger boys told me he didn’t usually like dance, but loved that session! Thank you so much!

 

Riyaad

Swingate Primary School

stars

 

I have been a member of HI Dance Academy from a very young age. It is a fun, friendly dance family! Everyone is so welcoming and supportive. Great opportunities in taking exams, show performances and building technique. It’s the place to be to learn something new, build on confidence, meet new people or just to have fun! I would fully recommend!

 

Sophie

Student

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My eldest daughter has been at the school for 3 years and my youngest has just recently started at baby ballet. They both love attending the school, they have fun, they learn and make great friends. The teachers are dedicated and have a genuine care for the children. I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough.

 

Hannah

Parent

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I attend the adult dancercise and tap class every Wednesday evening. These are fun enjoyable classes with a very relaxed atmosphere and great company.

 

Christine

Adult Classes

stars

 

I absolutely adore attending HI Dance Academy. I have found my love for dance again and I’ve come on leaps and bounds in my technical ability. Hannah and the team are just incredible and so caring. They nurture every student and no question is ever too silly! We not only have a good laugh, but also work hard and improve. If you want to dance, you HAVE to go to HI Dance Academy

 

Charlotte

Student

stars

 

My daughter and son love coming to HI Dance Academy. The teachers are brilliant with the children and very professional! Highly recommend to anyone wanting to join. The classes are fun and relaxed, but still to a high standard and family friendly.

 

Gemma

Parent

A friendly & caring Dance school in Walderslade, Chatham

A friendly & caring Dance school in Walderslade, Chatham

Contact us

If you would like to join our dance school, we would love to hear from you! You can use our contact form below or contact us directly by email or phone.

    Contact us

    If you would like to join our dance school, we would love to hear from you! You can use our contact form below or contact us directly by email or phone.

      +44 (0)7877 167 174

      info@hidanceacademy.co.uk

      The 41st Scout Group, Mafeking Rd,
      Walderslade ME5 9HG

      +44 (0)7877 167 174

      info@hidanceacademy.co.uk

      The 41st Scout Group, Mafeking Rd,
      Walderslade ME5 9HG

      MISS SOPHIE

      TEACHER

      Miss Sophie started dancing at the age of 3. Her journey began with Modern Theatre dance lessons which then progressed to Tap, Ballet and Jazz classes.

      Sophie has successfully completed a number of ISTD examinations and also performed in numerous shows. By taking the subject of GSCE Dance at school, she quickly discovered her love for performing and teaching. She furthered her education by training at MidKent College which created many opportunities for her including performing and choreographing as well as gaining further knowledge and experience. She not only choreographed but took part in a performance for the Royal Opera House Conference in aid of maintaining the Arts as a core subject within education.

      Having assisted teachers at a number of local dance schools she is now pursuing her dream of concluding her ISTD teaching qualifications at Rye Dance Centre and continues to take further vocational examinations.

      Sophie simply loves watching our students developing their talents. She is immensely proud that they achieve so much from the hard work they devote to their lessons. Being part of a students dance journey, watching them flourish and sharing in their success whilst creating a strong rapport are just some of the many reasons Sophie adores teaching. For her, it’s not just a job but a passion.

      MISS HANNAH

      Principal | ISTD (DDE)

      Miss Hannahs dance journey began at the age of 2.5 years old. After years of training and completing numerous examinations in ISTD Ballet, Tap and Modern Theatre her love and passion for dance lead to several successful auditions at well known colleges across the country.

      Upon acceptance at the Deborah Capon Performing Arts College she was trained by some world known teachers/examiners where she furthered her studies and gained all of her ISTD FDI (Foundation in Dance Instruction) and CDE (Certificate in Dance Education) teaching examinations in Ballet, Tap , Modern Theatre, Health and Safety, Child Development and Lifespan. Hannah also completed her final vocational exams in Advanced 1 and 2 Modern, Advanced 1 Ballet and Advanced 1 and 2 Tap. She also performed in the annual college shows and choreographic competitions where she won several awards.

      Hannah has been teaching for over 15 years now. Her years have seen her successfully train and enter many different students for examinations with a 100% pass rate. She has also choreographed for shows & fete performances as well as being a guest teacher at a local primary school providing lessons for Healthy Living Weeks.

      Having a dance school has always been one of Hannah’s ultimate dreams and goals. Becoming Principal of HI Dance Academy in Walderslade, Kent, has seen her build not just a dance school, but a very welcoming and friendly dance family whose main focus is to build children’s self esteem and confidence whilst providing professional, sound and technical training. Her mission is to ensure that ALL children feel welcome and enjoy the classes they do, whether it be as a hobby or more of a serious nature.

      Dance has and always will be her passion and by teaching children she only hopes that she can share this with them, inspire them, encourage them and be a good role model. The most rewarding aspect of her job is not only watching the magic of dance give students the opportunity to grow into happy, confident, talented people but also giving them skills that can be transferred into all walks of life.

      One of Hannah’s favourite quotes is, “I call my students ‘my kids’ because in our years together they aren’t just kids on my register. They become a part of my heart”. This quote really does represent what HI Dance Academy is all about.

      Adult Classes

      Our Dancercise and Tap lessons give adults the chance to keep fit and active in a friendly and pressure-free environment. Dancercise classes are structured to include a cardio warmup, a variety of exercises that focus on legs, arms and core with the use of props such as light weights and occasionally, therabands, culminating in a fun, exercise-based dance routine which concludes with a stretch and cool down.

      Our adults have enjoyed learning a number of routines set to songs such as Footloose, Jump Around, Jai Ho and Hey Mickey! where they get an opportunity to experience different dance styles in a basic but beneficial way.

      Similarly, our Adult Tap classes aim to build upon different steps and combinations every week which are usually incorporated into themed dance tuition, followed by a cool down at the end.

      LYRICAL CONTEMPORARY

      Tuition that focuses on expressing emotion and creativity. Combining Lyrical Ballet, Modern and Acrobatics, students gain an acute sense of artistic expression through fluid dance movements and unrestricted lines.

      Our classes enhance skills such as balance, control and gracefulness. Each week students receive training which develops strength and flexibility and increases performance skills. They are taught different routines which quite often narrate a story or clearly display a range of different emotions.

      Street

      A fashionable, enjoyable and energetic dance style accompanied by the most contemporary music today.

      Our Street classes provide students with the opportunity to learn different moves and choreography. Classes typically consist of a warm up followed by tuition in various basic hip hop techniques, which are subsequently incorporated into routines that build on a week by week basis. Street is highly popular at our school and is an excellent form of self expression. We have four Street classes for different ages and abilities- Little Boppers, Junior Street, Inter Street and Senior Street.

      We teach different styles, including: Bashment, Hip Hop, Breaking, Popping and Locking, House, Krumping, Tutting & Waacking.

      ISTD Modern

      Our Modern Theatre classes enable children to learn skills such as leaps, kicks, turns and various travelling steps. This develops childrens’ flexibility, rhythm and strength in a fun and energetic way.

      Modern dance is known for its theatrical qualities and is therefore commonly seen being performed on stage.

      We offer classes from Primary to Advanced Levels and students can take examinations if they so wish.

      ISTD Tap

      Students have so much fun creating different rhythms with their feet and it is one of the most enjoyable and rhythmic art forms. Tap dancing improves balance, core control and co-ordination.

      Children can start with us from 5 years old and continue through to Adult Tap. Our adults thoroughly enjoy their tap lessons; it is a great form of exercise and boosts brain power.

      We follow the ISTD syllabus and students have the choice of taking examinations from Primary to Advanced levels, should they wish to do so.

      ISTD Ballet

      Ballet is the foundation of all dance genres. It’s an excellent way of developing strength, co-ordination, control and improving posture.

      Our Teensy Toes Class for ages 2.5-5 years introduces basic Ballet, Music and Movement in a fun and imaginative way. Students can then progress onto our ISTD graded classes beginning at Primary level.

      Everyone has the opportunity to take formal examinations if they wish to, presenting their set exercises and an exam dance to an external examiner.

      We provide strong, comprehensive and enjoyable lessons in Ballet and always strive to achieve excellent results.