Upbeat is 20+ years into running dance classes for ages 3 to 16. Acro, Commercial, Contemporary and Jazz. Taught by dancers who actually care. First class is always free. No hidden fees, no pressure.
No worries, they go at their own pace.
Your kid wants to dance. You want them somewhere safe, with teachers who know what they're doing, where they'll actually have fun and not stand at the back looking lost for six weeks.
Most studios charge you to find that out. Some will put your child in a class that's too advanced. Others look great online and feel cold in person.
You want to know it's the right place before you commit.
That's why the first class at Upbeat is always free.
Your child joins a real class, not a sales pitch. They move at their own pace. Some kids hit the ground running. Others take a few sessions to find their feet. Both are fine. Our teachers have been doing this for over 20 years and they know the difference between a kid who needs encouragement and a kid who needs five minutes.
If it clicks, great. If it doesn't, you've lost nothing.
Our Acro classes are taught by qualified instructors. Our youngest classes are led by our talented dancers aged 16 and over who've trained with us for years. The little ones adore them and they listen better too. You'll see it the first time you walk in.
We teach ages 3 to 16 across Acro, Commercial, Contemporary, and Jazz. Whether your child is wild about performing or just wants to try something new, there's a class for them. No experience needed. No auditions.
Upbeat has been running for over 20 years because we believe dance shouldn't be something only some kids can afford. Our fees are low by design. We think more kids should be able to come.
Your child won't be the odd one out. Upbeat is a big dance community. The classes have energy. The kids make friends. Most of them don't want to leave.
From first trial to opening night. Here's what happens when you join Upbeat.
Get in touch and we'll find the perfect class for your child. First session is always free, no strings attached. Just turn up and see if it feels right.
Your child joins a real class with their age group. Our teachers make everyone feel welcome from day one. Some kids dive right in, others take it slow. Both are perfect.
Once you're happy, set up your direct debit and they're in. £21 per month, per class. They'll build skills, make friends, and look forward to it every week.
Every year, we put on a proper show. Your child performs with their class, builds confidence, and you get to watch them shine. It's the highlight of our year.
Ready to get started?
Book Your Free Trial£21 per month, per class.
Set up by direct debit once you're ready to commit. Cancel anytime after the first month.
Most children attend two classes a week across different styles. That's £42 a month. Some do one, some do four, it's entirely up to you.
The first class is always free. Just come and try it.
Not all dance classes are built for your child. Some are built for tradition. Some are built for the teacher. Ours is built for them.
Happy, confident & included kids
Seen, encouraged, celebrated
Warm, welcoming
Positive, confidence-building
Smiles, progress, enjoyment
Actively encouraged
Open, kind, responsive
Stable, long-term community
Grows every week
Happy kid who loves dance
Tradition, structure, exams
Compared, corrected, ranked
Nerve-wracking, formal
Strict, technique-first
Perfection, discipline
Happens naturally (or not at all)
Minimal or formal
Established but rigid
Depends on ability
Technical (sometimes pressured)
Make money or build teacher's image
Used as "content" or numbers
Friendly at first, but surface-level
Inconsistent, depends on mood
Looking good on videos/socials
Not a priority
Defensive or ignored
Classes come and go
Often drops if not "one of the best"
Lose interest or disappointed
"Yet another great show. I'm a proud mum, but proud too of all the dancers who supported and encouraged each other."
Alison Langton
Parent
"All the girls were amazing. I've seen such improvement in them all over the last year, their classes were all so in sync, never missed a beat. Just so proud of them all"
Katie Young
Parent
"I loved how strong the theme was throughout and the costumes and music choice/props. Totally brilliant and you should all feel very proud!"
Laura Else
Parent
"Thank you so much for everything you and your team have done for the girls and that incredible show. Everything was so stunning and awe inspiring, the girls loved every second as did I. All you do is incredible! The amount of work you all put into that boggles the mind!"
Lauren Devine
Parent
"Fantastic show from a fantastic cast of teens and kids. You smashed it again…"
Christina Thompson
Parent
Everything you need to know before the first class.