Dorchester Ballet and Dance

Dorchester Ballet and Dance Our mission is to “make dance available to all, regardless of age, wealth or ability”, and to listen to the changing needs of the local community.

Visit our website at www.dancedorchester.org
Tel 01305 250386
email: [email protected] TIMETABLE Sept 2022 https://dancedorchester.org/timetable/

Club History
We have been established in Dorset since 1958, providing dance classes for both children and adults. Our founders, Ann Hannay and Elizabeth Goodchild MBE, wanted to make Dorchester Ballet and Dance different from private d

ance schools. They made it their mission to ensure that dance was available to all “regardless of age, wealth or ability”. Miss Goodchild taught at the club for nearly 58 years, until shortly before her passing in 2017; her reputation – especially in the field of Historical dance – reached far beyond Dorset. The ballerina Anna Pavlova was a lifetime source of inspiration and interest for Ann Hannay. The swan will always be associated with Anna Pavlova and this is the reason why it is our logo. We offer an extremely high standard of dance to our members, whether for fun or as a future vocation; providing nearly 60 classes each week. We take students from 2 years and believe that being involved in dance is an important and positive influence in their development. Our fee structure aims to make dance affordable and concessionary rates are available for those in receipt of benefits. Our annual prize giving event, which enables students’ achievements to be recognised, and our biennial show allow students to experience the joy of performing as well as showcasing their talent and showing family and friends how they have progressed. We take pride in playing an active role within the community by dancing at many local festivals and events. We moved to our current studio in 2009. It has a large, bright dance space with a sprung floor, mirrors and barres. There is plenty of free parking and a comfortable waiting room for those who wish to stay for a peaceful cup of tea or coffee while their children are dancing.

** Classes restarting TODAY, we can't wait to see you! **
04/09/2026

** Classes restarting TODAY, we can't wait to see you! **

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Places available - email to book your taster
31/08/2026

Places available - email to book your taster

31/08/2026
Still time to book a free taster and join a class with us!
29/08/2026

Still time to book a free taster and join a class with us!

Daytime adult classes available - book in now to have a taster session Pay termly or PAYG
05/08/2026

Daytime adult classes available - book in now to have a taster session Pay termly or PAYG

🎶 Ready to take centre stage? Join us this September for singing and dancing fun!
18/07/2026

🎶 Ready to take centre stage? Join us this September for singing and dancing fun!

A lively, fun-filled class introducing children to Modern and Street Dance through exciting music and creative routines....
13/07/2026

A lively, fun-filled class introducing children to Modern and Street Dance through exciting music and creative routines. With no set syllabus or exams, students can explore a variety of dance styles while developing confidence, coordination, rhythm and a love of dance in a supportive environment.

Address

The Swan Centre, Unit 6b Poundbury West Estate
Dorchester
DT12PG

Opening Hours

Monday 1:30pm - 2:30pm
4pm - 9:45pm
Tuesday 10am - 11:30am
4pm - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
4pm - 9:15pm
Thursday 10am - 1:30pm
4pm - 8:15pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
4pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441305250386

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