Nicola Martin Studios Ladies
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Dance · Nottingham
Dance in Nottingham
17 dance studios to discover.
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Nottingham has a compact but well-regarded dance scene, with nine studios spread across the city and its inner suburbs. St Ann's is the most active area, accounting for four studios, while Gedling and Sherwood each have an established presence. Twisted Pole in St Ann's specialises in pole dancing instruction and holds a strong local reputation, as does Gedling Ballet School, which carries a perfect five-star rating. Nicola Martin Studios, focused on ladies' dance and fitness, is another consistently well-reviewed option. The city's studios tend to be independent and class-focused rather than large leisure centres, which means timetables and capacity can vary considerably. This page brings together the key details on all nine studios to help you find the right fit.
17 gyms & studios
All 17 dance studios in Nottingham
- Nicola Martin Studios Ladies
- Notts Hotshots Cheer And Dance Academy
- Gedling Ballet School — Gedling
- Pinnacle Dance - Nottingham
- Lorna Marie Fitness - Nottingham
- Kitchen Dancing — Chilwell
- NuSteps Dance
- Affinity Dance School
- Swingdon School of Pole — St Ann's
- Nottingham Theatre Dance School — Gedling
- Capoeira Nottingham
- Strictly Ballroom & Latin - Nottingham
- The Emma Cain School of dance - Nottingham
- Twisted Pole Dancing — St Ann's
- K2 Dance Academy - Nottingham
- Nottingham Arrows Cheerleading — The Park
- YMCA Nottingham — St Ann's
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Frequently asked questions about dance in Nottingham
How many dance studios are there in Nottingham?
There are 17 dance studios in Nottingham, spread across areas including St Ann's, Gedling, and Sherwood. Studios range from ballet schools such as Gedling Ballet School to pole dancing specialists like Twisted Pole in St Ann's, meaning there are options across a broad range of styles and experience levels.
Which areas of Nottingham have the most dance studios?
St Ann's, Gedling, and Sherwood are the areas with the strongest concentration of dance studios in Nottingham. St Ann's is home to Twisted Pole, while Gedling hosts Gedling Ballet School. These neighbourhoods offer the widest choice if you want to compare several studios close together.
What are the best-known dance studios in Nottingham?
Among the most established dance studios in Nottingham are Nicola Martin Studios, Gedling Ballet School, NuSteps Dance, Affinity Dance School, and Twisted Pole in St Ann's. They cover styles including ballet, contemporary, fitness-focused dance, and pole dancing, catering to both children and adults.
Are dance classes in Nottingham suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, most Nottingham dance studios offer beginner-level classes. Schools such as Affinity Dance School and NuSteps Dance structure their timetables to accommodate people with no prior experience. Twisted Pole in St Ann's also runs introductory pole dancing sessions, so you do not need any background in dance to get started.
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