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Monday 9:30am - 2pm 5pm - 9:45pm Tuesday 5pm - 8:45pm Wednesday 5pm - 8:45pm Thursday 4:30pm - 9:15pm Saturday 9am - 4pm

Wendy Bates School of Dancing

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Wendy Bates School of Dancing

Dance classes from babies to adults
Ballet, Tap, Modern, Ballroom, Latin American, Freestyle, Commer

25/09/2026

🎉 RAFFLE PRIZES! 🎉

Our annual Medal Presentation Evening and Dancer of the Year Awards will take place at the studio on Friday 16th October 2026 and we are on the lookout for any raffle prizes! If you have anything at home you would be happy to donate, please bring it in to the studio 😀

During the evening certificates and medals will be presented to all pupils and students who took examinations in the summer term.

We will also be announcing the recipients of this year's Dancer of the Year Awards - will it be you???

Make sure you save the date! 😄

23/09/2026

🎃👻🧙‍♀️ HALLOWEEN PARTY DAY! 🎃👻🧙‍♀️

Come and join us on Friday 30th October for a spooky day of dance, games and crafts! Dress up in your scariest fancy dress outfit, and don't forget to pack your lunch!

🎃 Ages 4+
👻 10am-3pm
🧙‍♀️ To book your space email [email protected] and make sure your name is on the list on the noticeboard!

20/09/2026

📆 Save the date! 📆

Our annual Medal Presentation Evening and Dancer of the Year Awards will take place at the studio on Friday 16th October 2026.

During the evening certificates and medals will be presented to all pupils and students who took examinations in the summer term.

We will also be announcing the recipients of this year's Dancer of the Year Awards - will it be you???

Make sure you save the date! 😄

18/09/2026

We’d like to wish a huge HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Miss Bates today - we hope you have a wonderful day celebrating! 🎉🎂🎁🎈🥳

A big thank you to our lovely seniors for all your help with Thursday evenings surprise ♥️

16/09/2026

We’ve had so many little ones move up into our next classes this summer, we’re on the hunt for some more dancing friends for our Nursery and Rainbow classes! 🌈

Do you know any little ones who would love to dance? Can you share our info? ♥️

🩰 Nursery Ballet & Tap (Ages 3–4)
A gentle, playful introduction to dance that helps little ones build confidence, coordination and a love of movement.

📅 Wednesdays: 5:15–6:00pm
or
📅 Saturdays: 9:00–9:45am

🌈 Rainbow Ballet, Tap & Ballroom (Ages 4+)
A lively, engaging class where children learn Ballet, Tap and Ballroom while developing musicality, confidence, coordination and making new friends along the way.

📅 Wednesdays: 5:00–6:00pm
or
📅 Saturdays: 10:00–11:00am

✨ Come along and enjoy a FREE trial lesson!

Whether your child dreams of becoming a dancer or simply loves to move, our classes provide a welcoming environment where every child can grow in confidence, learn new skills and most importantly... have lots of fun! 💜

📧 To book your free trial, email:
[email protected]

15/09/2026

We had a super first week back at classes last week and welcomed a lot of lovely new dancers to the school!

Don’t forget we have lots of new classes running this term for a variety of ages - check out our brand new Modern and Contemporary beginners classes on Wednesday evenings! ⬇️

These Wednesday evening classes are perfect for children aged 7–11 years who are new to dance or would love to try something different.

Following the NATD syllabus, dancers will build a strong foundation in both styles while developing:
✨ Kicks, turns & leaps
✨ Flexibility & strength
✨ Musicality & performance skills
✨ Choreography & floorwork

📅 FREE Trial Class

🕡 Beginners Modern: 6:15–6:45pm
🕖 Beginners Contemporary: 6:45–7:15pm

Spaces are limited, so if you'd like to book a free trial, email us at:
📧 [email protected]

04/09/2026

💃 BEGINNERS ADULT BALLROOM & LATIN 🕺

Fancy trying something new? Our Beginners Adult Ballroom & Latin class is a friendly and relaxed way to learn to dance, keep active and have fun! ✨

Whether you’ve never danced before or you’re returning to dance after a break, everyone is welcome — and you don’t need a partner to join us!

During our September–October term, we’ll be learning two fantastic dances:

✨ Slow Foxtrot
✨ Paso Doble

📅 Tuesdays
⏰ 8:00–9:00pm
💷 £6 per person

It’s a great opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and enjoy the social side of dancing in a friendly, welcoming environment.

If you’ve always fancied giving Ballroom & Latin a go, why not come and join us? 💜

📧 To book your place, email [email protected]

We’d love to see you on the dance floor! ✨

03/09/2026

💜 We're delighted to announce two brand new Beginners classes starting this September! 💜

🩰 Beginners Modern
🩰 Beginners Contemporary

These Wednesday evening classes are perfect for children aged 7–11 years who are new to dance or would love to try something different.

Following the NATD syllabus, dancers will build a strong foundation in both styles while developing:
✨ Kicks, turns & leaps
✨ Flexibility & strength
✨ Musicality & performance skills
✨ Choreography & floorwork

📅 FREE Trial Class
Wednesday 9th September
🕡 Beginners Modern: 6:15–6:45pm
🕖 Beginners Contemporary: 6:45–7:15pm

Spaces are limited, so if you'd like to book a free trial, email us at:
📧 [email protected]

02/09/2026

💜 BEGINNERS GYMNASTICS! 💜

Perfect for children aged 5+, this fun and exciting class is a great introduction to gymnastics, helping children develop:

✨ Strength and flexibility
✨ Balance and coordination
✨ Basic gymnastics skills
✨ Confidence, while having lots of fun!

📅 FREE FIRST CLASS
Thursday 10th September
⏰ 5:15–5:45pm

No previous gymnastics experience is needed — just come along, have fun and give it a go! 💜

Spaces are limited, so if you’d like to book your FREE first class, email us at:

📧 [email protected]

We’d love to welcome some new little gymnasts to our dance school! 🤸‍♀️💜

01/09/2026

💃 Does your child love dancing around the living room to their favourite songs? 🕺

Our Freestyle class is packed with energy, fun and creativity! Dancers will learn exciting routines, build confidence, improve coordination and develop rhythm and performance skills – all while making new friends and having lots of fun.

🌟 Suitable for ages 4+

📅 Thursdays | 4:45–5:15pm

🎉 Classes return on Thursday 10th September

✨ Your first class is FREE!

Whether your child is taking their very first dance steps or already loves to perform, our friendly and supportive classes are the perfect place to grow in confidence, learn new skills and most importantly... enjoy every minute! 💜

📧 To book your child's FREE first class, email:
[email protected]

Address

Unit 6, Wood Street
Burton Upon Trent
DE143AB

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 2pm
	5pm - 9:45pm
Tuesday	5pm - 8:45pm
Wednesday	5pm - 8:45pm
Thursday	4:30pm - 9:15pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+447708884253

Website

http://www.wendybates.co.uk/

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