Discover your ideal dance class - Contemporary, Ballet, Tap and more - Chelsea - Private lessons

Discover your ideal dance class - Contemporary, Ballet, Tap and more

From 72 £ /h

I am a professional dance artist who can offer tuition in Contemporary Dance, Ballet, Creative Dance, Tap, Modern, and Choreography. With experience dancing on stage, in commericals and music videos as well as teaching around the country, co-founding the UK Dance Federation and co-creating the technical and creative content of the 8 Rambert Grades (a new contemporary dance syllabus), I draw from all of these experiences to cater the class to your needs. I have taught individuals from age 2-80+ of all abilities and believe everyone should be given the opportunity to experience dance.

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Around Battersea, United Kingdom

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London SW6, UK

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About Me

I am a twenty-six year old dance artist based in London. I trained at Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance and went on to complete a Masters degree through the Northern School of Contemporary Dance. I am Vice-Director of the UK Dance Federation and one of the movement creators of the Rambert Grades. I have performed on stage and in front of the camera, I have choreographed for an increasing number of individuals, dance schools and dance organisations, and I have been working extensively within the world of teaching. Teaching has led me to understand and become part of the ‘dance for health’ scene, has given me so many opportunities to enjoy the uninhibited approach to movement that children embody and it has deepened my own dance practice immeasurably. I aim to break down hierarchy and instead, instil a mutual respect in the space, mutual give and take and an ethos of open communication and open-mindedness. I wish for any participant of my classes to leave with a sense of joy that will remain with them long after they have left the studio. Humour, discussion and learning as much as possible underpin my classes

Education

Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance (BA Hons): 2010-13
Northern School of Contemporary Dance (MA): 2015-16
Susan Robinson's School of Ballet (dance examinations): 1999-2010
Winston Churchill School: 2005-2010

Experience / Qualifications

Masters Degree with Distinction in Contemporary Dance
First Class BA Honours Degree in Ballet and Contemporary Dance
Many RAD and ISTD dance examinations
GCSEs: 8 A*s, 2 As, 1B

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

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New York

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“Studying cultural education subjects, such as art and design, dance, drama and music, sparks creativity across the curriculum, encouraging young people to be inquisitive, disciplined and determined. Wherever children start in life, a high quality cultural education should be a right, not a privilege.
All of our children deserve a rich cultural education, but not all of them are getting it.”
Darren Henley OBE Chief Executive, Arts Council England

I can offer Technique, Performance and Examination classes in each genre of dance. Whether for exercise and fun or professional training, my classes will provide a complete knowledge base of dance training.

Are you into music, dancing and performing arts in general? Would you like some low-impact activity to work on strengthening and stretching all the different group muscles? Or would you like to refine and improve your dance technique over the school holidays? I can help you! Whether dance is your passion in life or you would just like to try something new, I'm here for you. I'm a qualified Ballet and Modern dance teacher (ISTD qualified, can also train you for recognized dance examinations) able to deliver dance and stretching/pilates-based classes at all levels. No equipment is required, just a safe space to explore your body's ability from the comfort of your own place.

My name is Vanessa and I am an actress, teacher and producer currently based in London, United Kingdom.

As well as training and performing within the Theatre industry since 2011, I have also taught art disciplines such as acting, singing and dance and dance fitness from the ages of 3 upwards. Some of my performance credits include, Motown The Musical, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray and Legally Blonde and currently Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

For those that have a keen passion for entering into the Theatre industry, I am able to use my experience to offer professional training across all disciplines and help equip them with tools needed to thrive as a performer.

Similarly, for those that enjoy the arts as an extra curricular hobby/space to express themselves creatively, I take pride in holding a creative self space to help my students to unlock self confidence, self belief and their broader imagination as well as strengthening skills such as teamwork, singing, dancing and acting.

I am able to hold online classes and work to an international timezone to reach all my students and for those based in London and prefer face to face lessons, I'm able to rent studios or arrange home visits where requested.

If you have big goals within the theatre industry or if it's a hobby that you'd like to venture into or pick back up again, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Vanessa :)

Depending of the spaces (Webcam or on location) the class would differ.
My main aim is for people to have access to a system of learning through which they can absorb and understand a practice that they could then bring with them wherever and whenever they want.
My way of teaching involves for the moment 17 different chapter, involving improvisation tools (Movement), theatre exercises, stretching and fitness.
All the classes are customised according to the students needs and objectives.

Contemporary and Ballet Dance tutoring. In-Person or via Zoom

My contemporary class will focus on improving your co-ordination and pick up speed, developing experimenting with movement qualities, as well as practicing your technique. My class will include elements of Cunningham, Graham, and Release techniques. During Ballet class, we will focus on your technique and musicality as well as your performance skills and intentions. This class will compliment your grade work.

Unlock your potential with my Street Dance Class, tailored to meet your personal goals!
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced dancer, I will guide you through the vibrant styles of street dance such as locking, hip hop, and waacking.
My classes are designed to cater to all ability levels, offering personalised instruction that helps you master both freestyle and choreography. Through my classes I hope that you gain the knowledge and confidence in street dance.
Join me and take your dance skills to the next level!

Ciar is a recent graduate of Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance; a versatile queer dance artist freelancing in London with a background in Hip-Hop, Circus Arts, Classical Ballet and Contemporary dance.

I hope to offer everyone an exciting and enjoyable time whilst pushing thier physical capabilities. Dance should be fun!

My class explores a choreographic style of contemporary dance with clear influences from Cunningham technique and my recent expirience working with Jason Mabana. The work will challenge your coordination, rhythm, attention to detail and demostrate a contemporary application of classical teachnical forms, but all through explorative and original material.

The class is structured like any other technical class, each exercise desinged to methodicaly warm up and work the body, building on the previous exercises, before culminating in a longer choreography where we can pull everything together and just have a boogie.

I can tailor the work to each student however I would reccomend having some technical expirience, classical or contemporary.

These classes are tailored for your specific needs and desires in order to start you off OR continue your journey on your love for dance/ballet/Pilates/PBT. Including toning techniques, artistry and musicality explanations, dynamic practises and anything else you may want to investigate or expand your potential in this area from a highly qualified and experienced professional ballerina and teacher.

Learn the art of Bharatanatyam online! I am an experienced Bharatanatyam teacher offering personalized lessons for students of all levels. Dive into the rich tradition of this classical dance form and express yourself through graceful movements, rhythm, and storytelling. Join my classes and embark on a journey of cultural exploration and self-expression.

I offer 1-2-1 sessions in dance across Jazz, Contemporary and Commercial. In these sessions I work on technique, strength and flexibility whilst having a fun enjoyable time dancing. This can be great for dancers who are preparing for college auditions, competitions or simply want to work individually to make more progress. I focus my class on the needs of each individual student and aim to bring out the confidence and unlock potential in each child.

I will find out what your goals are first and then curate a plan to reach those goals. No matter what level you are at or even if you've never danced before, I will be able to unlock your inner skills and make you feel more confident in your abilities.

Get ready to move, groove, and shine in this high-energy Bollywood dance class! Rooted in the vibrant traditions of Indian cinema, this class blends classical Indian dance, folk styles, and modern influences like hip-hop and jazz to create fun, dynamic routines that will leave you smiling
This class welcomes all levels—from beginners to seasoned dancers. Each session focuses on rhythm, expression, and storytelling through movement, with choreography set to chart-topping Bollywood hits- from Amitab to Shah Rukh to Vicky Kaushal. You'll build coordination, confidence, and cardio endurance while immersing yourself in the colorful spirit of Bollywood.

Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, stay active, or just have a blast, this class brings joy and energy to every step. Come dance your heart out—Bollywood style!

In this Raqs Sharqi (Belly Dance) class we focus on awakening feminine energy through fluid movements, hip release and expressive choreography. You will explore a wide variety of hip techniques: from circles and figure eights to shimmies and drops while also working on posture, facial expression and presence. We will learn how different styles are danced, such as drum solos (tabla), darbuka drums which are performed without veil, as well as more lyrical pieces where the veil becomes part of the performance. Attention is given to musicality, cultural context and dress codes for each style, ensuring a balance between technique, creativity and self-expression. This class is both a journey into movement and a space to connect with your inner strength and sensuality.

This Contemporary Dance class is a beginner-friendly space for self-expression and creativity. With a focus on emotional support and zero judgement, we explore movement through flexibility, flow and improvisation. You will be guided to connect with your body, release tension and discover your own creative voice in dance. A safe environment where technique meets freedom, encouraging both personal growth and artistic exploration.

My approach to coaching is highly personalised and results-driven. Every student moves, learns, and expresses themselves differently, so I never teach from a one-size-fits-all model. Instead, each session is carefully tailored to your goals, body, experience level, and confidence needs.

I am a West End performer and professional model with extensive experience in both performance and coaching.

My professional credits include:
Original Cast of The Devil Wears Prada and Pretty Woman The Musical
Performances at the BRIT Awards
Work with artists including Stormzy, RAYE, Burna Boy, and Little Simz
Runway and modelling work for Vogue Magazine, L’Oréal, London Fashion Week, and Africa Fashion Week

This real-world industry experience allows me to coach with authenticity, insight, and current professional standards.

Great for:
- Beginners discovering their foundations
- Intermediate/Advanced preparing for castings or auditions.
- Refining performance quality
- Performers seeking greater stage presence and confidence
- Anyone wanting private, focused guidance
- Those who prefer a safe, supportive, 1:1 space
- All ages, All genders, all identities, all bodies welcome

This Bollywood dance class is designed to introduce and develop Bollywood dance techniques through fun, engaging choreography. The class incorporates elements from classical, folk, and modern Bollywood styles, focusing on rhythm, expression, coordination, and musicality. Sessions are structured to be welcoming and supportive, allowing participants to learn at their own pace in a relaxed environment. The class is open to all levels and all groups, with no prior dance experience required.
The purpose of this class is to create an inclusive space where people from all backgrounds can explore Bollywood dance as a form of movement, cultural expression, and physical activity. The class aims to build confidence, encourage creativity, and promote well-being through dance, while fostering a sense of community and enjoyment. It also provides an opportunity for participants to connect with Bollywood music and storytelling in an accessible and engaging way.

“Studying cultural education subjects, such as art and design, dance, drama and music, sparks creativity across the curriculum, encouraging young people to be inquisitive, disciplined and determined. Wherever children start in life, a high quality cultural education should be a right, not a privilege.
All of our children deserve a rich cultural education, but not all of them are getting it.”
Darren Henley OBE Chief Executive, Arts Council England

I can offer Technique, Performance and Examination classes in each genre of dance. Whether for exercise and fun or professional training, my classes will provide a complete knowledge base of dance training.

Are you into music, dancing and performing arts in general? Would you like some low-impact activity to work on strengthening and stretching all the different group muscles? Or would you like to refine and improve your dance technique over the school holidays? I can help you! Whether dance is your passion in life or you would just like to try something new, I'm here for you. I'm a qualified Ballet and Modern dance teacher (ISTD qualified, can also train you for recognized dance examinations) able to deliver dance and stretching/pilates-based classes at all levels. No equipment is required, just a safe space to explore your body's ability from the comfort of your own place.

My name is Vanessa and I am an actress, teacher and producer currently based in London, United Kingdom.

As well as training and performing within the Theatre industry since 2011, I have also taught art disciplines such as acting, singing and dance and dance fitness from the ages of 3 upwards. Some of my performance credits include, Motown The Musical, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray and Legally Blonde and currently Stranger Things: The First Shadow.

For those that have a keen passion for entering into the Theatre industry, I am able to use my experience to offer professional training across all disciplines and help equip them with tools needed to thrive as a performer.

Similarly, for those that enjoy the arts as an extra curricular hobby/space to express themselves creatively, I take pride in holding a creative self space to help my students to unlock self confidence, self belief and their broader imagination as well as strengthening skills such as teamwork, singing, dancing and acting.

I am able to hold online classes and work to an international timezone to reach all my students and for those based in London and prefer face to face lessons, I'm able to rent studios or arrange home visits where requested.

If you have big goals within the theatre industry or if it's a hobby that you'd like to venture into or pick back up again, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Vanessa :)

Depending of the spaces (Webcam or on location) the class would differ.
My main aim is for people to have access to a system of learning through which they can absorb and understand a practice that they could then bring with them wherever and whenever they want.
My way of teaching involves for the moment 17 different chapter, involving improvisation tools (Movement), theatre exercises, stretching and fitness.
All the classes are customised according to the students needs and objectives.

Contemporary and Ballet Dance tutoring. In-Person or via Zoom

My contemporary class will focus on improving your co-ordination and pick up speed, developing experimenting with movement qualities, as well as practicing your technique. My class will include elements of Cunningham, Graham, and Release techniques. During Ballet class, we will focus on your technique and musicality as well as your performance skills and intentions. This class will compliment your grade work.

Unlock your potential with my Street Dance Class, tailored to meet your personal goals!
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced dancer, I will guide you through the vibrant styles of street dance such as locking, hip hop, and waacking.
My classes are designed to cater to all ability levels, offering personalised instruction that helps you master both freestyle and choreography. Through my classes I hope that you gain the knowledge and confidence in street dance.
Join me and take your dance skills to the next level!

Ciar is a recent graduate of Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance; a versatile queer dance artist freelancing in London with a background in Hip-Hop, Circus Arts, Classical Ballet and Contemporary dance.

I hope to offer everyone an exciting and enjoyable time whilst pushing thier physical capabilities. Dance should be fun!

My class explores a choreographic style of contemporary dance with clear influences from Cunningham technique and my recent expirience working with Jason Mabana. The work will challenge your coordination, rhythm, attention to detail and demostrate a contemporary application of classical teachnical forms, but all through explorative and original material.

The class is structured like any other technical class, each exercise desinged to methodicaly warm up and work the body, building on the previous exercises, before culminating in a longer choreography where we can pull everything together and just have a boogie.

I can tailor the work to each student however I would reccomend having some technical expirience, classical or contemporary.

These classes are tailored for your specific needs and desires in order to start you off OR continue your journey on your love for dance/ballet/Pilates/PBT. Including toning techniques, artistry and musicality explanations, dynamic practises and anything else you may want to investigate or expand your potential in this area from a highly qualified and experienced professional ballerina and teacher.

Learn the art of Bharatanatyam online! I am an experienced Bharatanatyam teacher offering personalized lessons for students of all levels. Dive into the rich tradition of this classical dance form and express yourself through graceful movements, rhythm, and storytelling. Join my classes and embark on a journey of cultural exploration and self-expression.

I offer 1-2-1 sessions in dance across Jazz, Contemporary and Commercial. In these sessions I work on technique, strength and flexibility whilst having a fun enjoyable time dancing. This can be great for dancers who are preparing for college auditions, competitions or simply want to work individually to make more progress. I focus my class on the needs of each individual student and aim to bring out the confidence and unlock potential in each child.

I will find out what your goals are first and then curate a plan to reach those goals. No matter what level you are at or even if you've never danced before, I will be able to unlock your inner skills and make you feel more confident in your abilities.

Get ready to move, groove, and shine in this high-energy Bollywood dance class! Rooted in the vibrant traditions of Indian cinema, this class blends classical Indian dance, folk styles, and modern influences like hip-hop and jazz to create fun, dynamic routines that will leave you smiling
This class welcomes all levels—from beginners to seasoned dancers. Each session focuses on rhythm, expression, and storytelling through movement, with choreography set to chart-topping Bollywood hits- from Amitab to Shah Rukh to Vicky Kaushal. You'll build coordination, confidence, and cardio endurance while immersing yourself in the colorful spirit of Bollywood.

Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, stay active, or just have a blast, this class brings joy and energy to every step. Come dance your heart out—Bollywood style!

In this Raqs Sharqi (Belly Dance) class we focus on awakening feminine energy through fluid movements, hip release and expressive choreography. You will explore a wide variety of hip techniques: from circles and figure eights to shimmies and drops while also working on posture, facial expression and presence. We will learn how different styles are danced, such as drum solos (tabla), darbuka drums which are performed without veil, as well as more lyrical pieces where the veil becomes part of the performance. Attention is given to musicality, cultural context and dress codes for each style, ensuring a balance between technique, creativity and self-expression. This class is both a journey into movement and a space to connect with your inner strength and sensuality.

This Contemporary Dance class is a beginner-friendly space for self-expression and creativity. With a focus on emotional support and zero judgement, we explore movement through flexibility, flow and improvisation. You will be guided to connect with your body, release tension and discover your own creative voice in dance. A safe environment where technique meets freedom, encouraging both personal growth and artistic exploration.

My approach to coaching is highly personalised and results-driven. Every student moves, learns, and expresses themselves differently, so I never teach from a one-size-fits-all model. Instead, each session is carefully tailored to your goals, body, experience level, and confidence needs.

I am a West End performer and professional model with extensive experience in both performance and coaching.

My professional credits include:
Original Cast of The Devil Wears Prada and Pretty Woman The Musical
Performances at the BRIT Awards
Work with artists including Stormzy, RAYE, Burna Boy, and Little Simz
Runway and modelling work for Vogue Magazine, L’Oréal, London Fashion Week, and Africa Fashion Week

This real-world industry experience allows me to coach with authenticity, insight, and current professional standards.

Great for:
- Beginners discovering their foundations
- Intermediate/Advanced preparing for castings or auditions.
- Refining performance quality
- Performers seeking greater stage presence and confidence
- Anyone wanting private, focused guidance
- Those who prefer a safe, supportive, 1:1 space
- All ages, All genders, all identities, all bodies welcome

This Bollywood dance class is designed to introduce and develop Bollywood dance techniques through fun, engaging choreography. The class incorporates elements from classical, folk, and modern Bollywood styles, focusing on rhythm, expression, coordination, and musicality. Sessions are structured to be welcoming and supportive, allowing participants to learn at their own pace in a relaxed environment. The class is open to all levels and all groups, with no prior dance experience required.
The purpose of this class is to create an inclusive space where people from all backgrounds can explore Bollywood dance as a form of movement, cultural expression, and physical activity. The class aims to build confidence, encourage creativity, and promote well-being through dance, while fostering a sense of community and enjoyment. It also provides an opportunity for participants to connect with Bollywood music and storytelling in an accessible and engaging way.

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