Dance Classes

Dance your socks off!

If you love to dance or want to try this energising activity why not enrol in one of Dancetime's classes?

We have classes to suit all ages and abilities from 2 years to adult.

Styles taught are: freestyle, line dance, ballroom and Latin American.

Classes are held in The Studio, Standon Stables, Ockley, RH5 5QR and The King George V Hall, Browns Lane, Effingham, KT24 5ND.


We also teach wedding first dances, run parties and small club events.

Private lessons are available on request.

Presentation

Next up - Choreography Pairs from our Springers Class

On 27th June Dancetime will hold a presentation afternoon and evening for our dancers and their families at the King George V Hall, Effingham.

Medals from our May examination will be presented and pupils will perform some dances from their tests and more.  
 

Dancetime choreography has reached an all time high with our Springers class excelling in their creativity and performance. Their dances will be premiered at our presentation.

An occasion not to be missed!

 

 

Classes for Youngsters and Teens

Classes for Youngsters and Teens

Where else can you experience such a variety of dance styles in the same class?

Dancetime offers ballroom, Latin American, freestyle and line dance to pupils aged 2 – 18 years.

These styles are taught in each class with the content tailored to suit the age group. Our youngest dancers include dressing up as they learn whereas our older dancers are given the opportunity to choreograph their own routines

Poise, balance, control and technique are all improved through Dancetime classes as pupils are taught various steps and routines using a huge cross-section of music.

The mix of styles ensures there is something for everyone and pupils’ confidence and fitness are greatly enhanced in our happy environment.

Our pupils are well-equipped to venture onto any dance floor and are eager to show off their skills at home and school.

 

Dancetime certificates and medals encourage achievement each term and amateur examinations through the IDTA are entered three times a year.

 

Adult Dancing

Groovers Class

We are SO proud of our Groovers class. Our adults have gone from strength to strength. Their skills and confidence have improved 150% over the past year.

This year’s display was monumental in their commitment and enjoyment.

 Feel you are missing something?

Join our Groovers for disco and line dance – Thursdays 1.45-2.45pm at the King George V Hall, Browns Lane, Effingham, KT24 5ND.

 Keep fit, have fun and be challenged!

Weddiing Dances

Wedding dances

If the wedding date is set why not prepare for that first dance with a private lesson?

Surprise your guests with more than a smooch.

A routine will be especially choreographed to your chosen song and tailored to your specific requirements.

Private lessons are held in The Studio, Standon Stables, Standon Lane, Ockley, RH5 5QR

Gatton Manor Valentine's Dinner and Dance

Gatton Manor Valentine’s Dance             15/02/13

Dancetime was once again invited to host the Gatton Manor Valentine’s Dinner and Dance. The event took place in the club house on Friday 15^th February.

After their meal diners were invited to the dance floor to experience different styles of dance.

Basic steps were taught in the waltz, tango, cha cha cha, rumba, and rock ‘n’ roll. This was followed by practise whilst a selection of ballroom and Latin music was played.

Beryl ably assisted by Esme, then went on to teach some disco and line dance routines. There was much hilarity as moves were learned and turns made the wrong way!

Two new classes have been established in the Dancetime Studio at Ockley as a direct result of this evening:       

Line dance on Mondays                7.30 – 8.30pm

Beginner’s ballroom and Latin American on Wednesdays            8.15 – 9.15pm

 

Why not come and join us?

The Studio, Standon Stables, Standon Lane, Ockley, RH5 5QR

 

Annual Display

Tylney Room Display                     26/01/13

Once again in January Dancetime pupils took to the floor at the Tylney Room, Leatherhead Leisure Centre for their 10^th Annual Display.

Ready to start

Pupils demonstrated a cross section of dances learned in class. Styles included were freestyle, street, line dance and Latin American.

Children as young as 2 years old joined in with some preparatory freestyle steps and fun dances. Not to be outdone, our very capable adults showcased many line dances including a well performed waltz.  

Touch your toes

Lucy and Jade ably waltzed around our line dancers, mastering the many turns required, and pupils from our Springers class partnered each other for a complex mambo routine. Oliver confidently led Sophie in a shorter version – no mean achievement for one so young!

Very brave!

 

The audience were thrilled by our youngest soloist, Emma, as she danced freestyle to a Janet Jackson song. Jade stepped in last minute to join Katie in a pair’s routine which was superbly executed. Abigail and Heather, and Lucy and Geena choreographed their own pair’s routines and danced them beautifully. Kirsty’s freestyle solo included many contemporary moves this year and was performed with flair. Katie danced the Stepper’s Challenge line dance by herself and couldn’t be faulted.

Pairs routine

 

There was an element of surprise when a track from Leadbelly dated 1945 was played but this turned to laughter as the fun dance performed by all our pupils over the age of 8 years progressed.

 

Successful medallists

At the end of the display Audrey Sawyer presented pupils with the awards they earned at our medal test in November.

The wide grins from the audience throughout the display proved it is an event not to miss. Make sure you attend next year!

Dancetime

 

New Assistants

Assistants

Ellie, Becca and Esme have left for university and we wish them every success on their chosen courses. They have been very helpful over the past few years and will be missed.

Welcome to Jade and Lucy our new Thursday Dancetime Assistants.

Jade and Lucy assist in our classes of 2 to 9 year olds and then participate in their own class. It is lovely to see them use their acquired skills to teach others.

Dance Tuition

Dance Tuition.

Dancetime offers classes, private lessons, wedding dances and parties.

Improve your poise, fitness and coordination whilst learning dances to a variety of rhythms in a happy environment.

Our school is based in Effingham and Ockley ideal for residents in Bookham, Fetcham, Holmwood, Capel, Ewhurst, Cranleigh and surrounding villages.

We provide encouragement, explanation and enjoyment so even the dancer lacking in rhythm and with two left feet progresses quickly!

Dance styles include: Freestyle, Line Dance, Ballroom and Latin American.

Classes

Our classes are friendly, focussed and fun.

Careful instruction, demonstration and practice are fundamental to all of our lessons. We expect you to leave the class happy and confident that you have learned something new, and be eager to return.

Our children’s classes are packed with variety. Pupils receive rewards and incentives throughout the term. We also enter candidates for IDTA medals twice a year.

Dances taught are tailored to the needs of our pupils, their age and ability.

Adult beginner ball room and Latin American classes are held in Ockley.

We are hoping to start a beginner Line Dance class in Ockley. Interested?

Phone   01306 -628217 or 07733 107079

Email     dance@dancetime.uk.com

Presentation

Presentation Wednesday 27^th and Thursday 28^th June 2012

On 27^th/28^th June we will be presenting certificates and awards from our last Medal Test and various certificates earned through Dancetime to our pupils.  

You are welcome to join us for the last few minutes of your son/daughter’s session.

Our pupils will show you some of the dances they took in their test along with some new choreography.

Medal Test Results

All Rosette, Stardance and Social Dance candidates passed with flying colours!

Emma Bailey has completed her Banner having earned 12 Rosettes.
Louise Donovan has completed her Stardance Board having earned 12 Stars.

Our Freestyle candidates earned 5 “Highly Commended” and 1 “Honours” between them.

Our Street Dance candidates earned 3 “Highly Commended” and 3 “Honours” between them.

Our Line Dance candidate earned “Honours”.

Congratulations to you all. Your hard work certainly paid off!

Medal Test

Medal Test Saturday 19^th May 2012

On Saturday 19^th May 21 pupils from Dancetime arrived at North Holmwood Village Hall to take part in our Medal Test.

Candidates entered between two and four medals each showing the hard work and dedication they put into their lessons.

The session started with the Paso Doble ably danced by three of our Springers.

This was followed by our Stardance candidates. The examiner, Mrs Lawler of the IDTA went on to examine freestyle, street and line dance entries.

The morning culminated with our youngest pupils demonstrating their prowess at ballroom dancing at the Rosette level.

Everybody dressed smartly and danced their socks off.

The morning ran to time and all seemed as relaxed as they could be.

Thanks go to Tina, Esme and Lucy for their assistance in organising and running the morning.

Medals and certificates will be presented in class on 27^th and 28^th June. Parents are invited to attend.

Dance Party

Happy Birthday Emily!

Having turned 8 years old on 14^th May Emily celebrated her birthday with a dance party run by Dancetime on  Sunday 20^th May 2012.

The party was held at Emily’s house where the living room had been cleared to give enough jigging space! Emily and her guests danced for an hour to various rhythms, giggling most of the time.

There were fun dances, disco, line and even rock and roll to gyrate to. Towards the end of the session we heard a plaintive cry of “Can we rest now?”

By all accounts a good time was had by all.

When the dancing was over Emily went on to enjoy the rest of her party and tea.

The Studio Ockley

Dancetime has pleasure in announcing new classes held at The Studio, Standon Stables, Standon Lane, Ockley, Surrey, RH5 5QR from Wednesday 2nd April.

Come and join us.


Wednesdays
3.30 - 4.05pm SKIPPERS - 2 to 3 yrs
3.45 - 4.30pm WIGGLERS - 4 to 5 yrs
4.00 - 5.00pm JIGGLERS - 6 to 7 yrs
4.30 - 5.30pm TWIRLERS - 8 to 9 yrs
5.15 - 6.30pm SPRINGERS - 10 to 13 yrs
5.45 - 7.00pm STEPPERS - 14 to 18 yrs
7.00 - 8.00pm ADULTS - Ballroom and Latin American


You will find more information about these classes throughout our website.

Party Time!

Emily’s Party

On 31st March Emily celebrated her 6th birthday with a party at Little Bookham Village Hall.

Party guests had lots of fun dancing to a variety of music provided by Dancetime. A mix of disco, line and fun partner dances were taught and even the most wary found their feet tapping to the music.

Despite dancing non-stop for an hour the guests found lots of energy for the bouncy castle provided by Emily’s parents.

A good time was had by all.

Happy Birthday Emily!