Take Dance lessons with a teacher in Birmingham

Why learn to dance in Birmingham

If you have just moved to Birmingham, you will quickly realize that the "Venice of the North" contains many treasures. The creeks, the old canal, Cadbury's chocolates, the Bull Ring... there is plenty to see when taking in the sights in Birmingham!

Once home to the industrial revolution, Birmingham is also today a very cultural city and proud of its culture and heritage. There is the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, the Soho House Museum, the Library of Birmingham, Winterbourne House and Garden and more. Not to mention the historic architecture and majestic waterways, lined with local culture and history.

Birmingham has become a top-rated tourist destination, earning a place in the Rough Guide's top 10 world cities to visit in 2015. It was also previously included in lists in the New Yorker and New York Times!

Birmingham is a leading destination for cultural festivals and events. Birmingham Festivals offers engaging performances in many art forms including music, dance, film, theatre, comedy and literature.

In recent years, Birmingham has given itself the means to develop the cultural aspect of the city. And dance is not an exception. Between the Birmingham Royal Ballet company and the smaller dance groups, Londoners need to watch out.

Especially since Birmingham is recognized for its great ethnic diversity within the city and its suburbs. A diversity that is also reflected in its practice of dance. There is often a mix of styles that are rarely found elsewhere such as ballet, ballroom, belly dancing, hip hop, bollywood, jazz, latin dance, tap, musical theatre.. the list goes on!

Where to find a good dance teacher in Birmingham?

Learning to dance in Birmingham- sounds great - but where to take classes?

Many options are available for beginner dancers. It's a good idea to look for one adapted to the personality and goals of the student.

While some prefer the conservatory in hopes of making a career in the field, others prefer to stick to regular classes at an association, just to have fun.

Birmingham, the second largest city in the UK behind London, has no shortage of dance schools and classes available. They can be found at schools, associations, dance academies, societies and more. 

Dance schools are a good way to learn to dance. The teachers are for the most part professional dancers who have transitioned into dance teachers. In this way you are learning from them all the best advice they have to offer. However, dance schools often offer higher fees than some associations.

Dance associations are often useful for finding rather original kinds of dance. Dance styles that we might not find in professional schools or academies. In addition, prices are often affordable.

A last solution exists to find the perfect teacher, one who is adapted to your level and your expectations. This solution involves finding a private dance teacher for yourself or your child. Different platforms like Superprof propose to put you in touch with dance teachers who have varying levels of experience.

Their online profile offers all the information you need to know: price, location, style of dance, dance background and more. It's sure that you will be able to find someone who can fit your needs and teach you the type of dance you are looking for, whether it be salsa, African dance, hip-hop or whichever.

Choosing a private dance teacher also means being able to choose your own class hours, rhythm and location.

Dancing in Birmingham: what kind of dance should you learn?

Birmingham is a very big city. It has over 1 million inhabitants. And like all major cities, Birmingham offers many different activities. In the field of dance, it is, therefore, possible to find the style you want. Whether it's Latin dances, swing, dancehall, the waltz, jazz dance, capoeira, contemporary dance, hip hop, breakdance, classical dance, ballet...you will be able to find the right teacher.

However, it is advisable to start with a rather accessible type of dance such as modern jazz. It allows you to become familiar with the exercises of flexibility, muscle building and stretching, before choosing a more specific style of dance. In addition, it is much easier to find modern jazz dance classes as they are very widespread.

Birmingham is also a city rich in cultural diversity and this is reflected in its artistic practices. Styles blend together to give birth to other forms of dance.

It may be interesting to discover other dance styles by participating in dance workshops or discovery classes. African dance, Argentinean tango, Indian dances, salsa lessons... Everything is possible.

From group lessons in a dance studio to private dance lessons at home, learning dance in Birmingham is synonymous with being open-minded and opening a gateway to the world. Many dance companies have been enriched by this cultural diversity and stand out amongst the others.

The opportunity exists for amateur dancers to discover all the dance styles that exist in the world and that one can find in Birmingham. Learning to dance in this great city is a great opportunity.

Birmingham dance classes: what do they cost?

London is known as being an expensive city, so what about Birmingham?

In Birmingham, you can find a large variation in prices when learning to dance.

While the dance academies can have a very high cost of up to £ 1000 a year, dance associations are usually more affordable and can sometimes offer discounts for low income families.

The prices of dance schools in Birmingham can be quite high. Sometimes you are asked to pay a minimum of £ 300 for one year of weekly classes, not counting registration fees.

And what about for private dance lessons? At Superprof, a dance class in Birmingham costs on average £25. However it is possible to find a cheaper hourly rate since this is only an average. Moreover, the courses are flexible. You do not have to take classes year round. A commitment to a semester allows you to first acquire the basics or to improve in a particular dance style.

In addition, many teachers at Superprof decide to offer the first hour of class for free so that the student can determine if it's a good fit for them.

So whether it's hip hop, pilates class, Brazilian dance, paso doble, traditional salsa or bachata dances... enjoy a free trial class in Birmingham today!