Local Groups and Organisations

Dance Schools and Classes

Arts groups and organisations operating in Solihull and around

Animated Dance Academy

In modern, jazz, street, contemporary, and funky hip hop.
Based at: Solihull 6th Form College and many local schools
Age: 3- upwards
Contact: Sarah King 07737209142
Email: animatedteacher@hotmail.co.uk

Ballet High Academy of Dance

Professional Tuition in Ballet. IDTA Syllabus. Catering for 3yr olds to Adult Ballet Beginners. Examinations held yearly. Based at: Dickens Heath Village Hall and Tidbury Green Village Hall
Meetings: Saturdays and Wednesdays
Ages: 3 yrs and Upwards
Contact name: Jackie-Lee Lilwall
Contact telephone: 07779 339 586
Email: ballethigh@aol.co.uk
Website: http://www.ballethigh.co.uk/

Carabela Dance Academy

A community dance group for young people. Lessons held in ballet, tap, modern jazz, theatre craft, freestyle and gym. Pupils participate in festivals, shows, community events and take examinations. Carabela's emphasis is on having fun!

Based at: Aylesford Hall, Bradley Road, Shard End
Meetings: Saturdays, 9am - 4pm
Age: 3 - 18 years
Contact: Mrs Carrie-Ann Evans, 64 Sunnymead Road, Yardley, Birmingham, B26 1LL
0121 743 2857 or 07989 206953
Email: admin@carabela.co.uk
Website: http://www.carabela.co.uk/

JJs Dancing

We teach Hip hop /Freestyle dance to children aged 4 - 19 and Street Jazz to Adults of all ages. Fun classes training to IDTA examinations, competitions, Shows and demonstrations around the Midlands.
Based at: St Stephens Church, Solihull
Meetings: Every Wednesday 5pm until 9.15pm
Age: 4 - 19yrs and Adult
Contact: Jayne Bryan, 49 Foredrove Lane, Solihull, B92 9NZ, 07939599477
Email: bryani_j@hotlmail.com 

Joolz Dance School

Ballet, Tap, Freestyle, Modern, Rock n Roll, Gymnastic Dance for all ages.
Age: 3 - Adult
Contact: Julie Wallis, 16 Jillcot Road, Solihull, B92 8JQ
07721 427405

Learning Curves School of Dance

Professional dance training in Hip Hop and freestyle dance. We offer fun dance classes and examination classes gaining awards from the IDTA and involve the whole school in shows every year!
Based at: Alderbrook School, Solihull
Meetings: Wednesday & Fridays, 5.30 - 8.30pm
Age: 6-17
Contact: Miss Lian Fisher, 28 Knowlands Road, Shirley
07989 448862
Email: lian@learningcurvesdance.com
Website: http://www.learningcurvesdance.com/

Lehmiski Academy of Dance

Ballet, Tap, Modern, Theatre Craft. All levels of IDTA standards through to teachers qualifications.
Based at: Hall Green Methodist Church Hall, York Road
Meetings: Call for information
Age: 3 - 60+
Contact: Mrs Brenda Yeates, 49 Lode Lane, Solihull, B91 2AN, 0121 705 0203

Love2Dance school of dance.

Do you love to dance? We are a dance school that is able to train you in freestyle, street and hip hop through the IDTA in singles, pairs and groups. We offer classes throughout the week that are taught by fully qualified teachers in dance and education, we are also approved by OFSTED. Love2dance endeavours to achieve a fun and inclusive learning environment for all children. Each year children are able to show off their talent in our yearly show and also at a variety of fetes throughout the year. If you are struggling for things to do in the school holidays we also offer holiday clubs that include dance, drama and art activties.

Based at: Dickens Heath, Dorridge and Alderbrook school.
Meeting: throughout the week.
Age groups: 3 years and upwards.
Contact name: Naomi Lane
Contact telephone number: 0781 299 8319
Email: enquiries@love2dance.co.uk
Website: http://www.love2dance.co.uk/

Lynford School of Dance

Dance for all ages. IDTA/RAD Exams or pleasure. Tap/ Ballet/ Theatrecraft/ Modern Jazz/ Freestyle/ Disco/ Gymnastic Dance.
Based at: Church Halls in Hall Green
Meeting: Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays at various times.
Ages: 3 - 70+
Contact: Joyce Stevens, 184 Ralph Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3LB, 0121 744 5461

Penelope's Dance Studio

Qualified caring teachers preparing boy and girl students for theatre productions and exams in all theatre subjects (ballet, pointework, partnerwork, modern jazz, freestyle, tap, gym, theatre craft, singing and musical theatre). Adult classes in ballet, tap, modern, ballroom and Latin American. Join us in our purpose built dance studio and dancewear shop, established 21 years
Based at: Penelope's Dance Studio, 107 Bell Lane, Marston Green, Solihull
Meeting: Most days at various times
Age: 3 -70 years
Contact: Penelope Jones, F.I.D.T.A. 107 Bell Lane, Marston Green, Solihull, B33 0HX
0121 779 3747/3442
Email: info@penelopesdancestudio.co.uk
Website: http://www.penelopesdancestudio.co.uk/

Spotlight Stage School

Tuition available in Theatre Dance (ballet, tap & jazz), Freestyle Dance, Drama, Singing & Gymnastics. Pupils work towards regular shows, examinations and competitions, Group and private tuition available by fully qualified specialist teachers.
Based at: Various venues in Castle Bromwich
Meeting: Call for information
Age: 3 - OAP
Contact: Vicky Richards, 8 Tackford Close, Castle Bromwich, B36 9TA
0121 242 3904 or 07775 631316
Website: http://www.spotlightstageschool.co.uk/

Stagecoach Theatre Arts

Stagecoach is a part-time performing arts school which trains children and young people of school age out of school hours. Stagecoach already has more than 400 schools nationwide with over 600 full and part-time professional staff.
Based at: Solihull
Meeting: Call for information
Age: School Age
Contact: Jenifer Pando, 11 Sutherland Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, B90 3HA
0121 745 4007
Website: http://www.stagecoach.co.uk/

Arden School of Dance

Ballet Classes, Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. RAD qualified teacher.
Based at: United Reformed Church, Station Road, Knowle, Solihull.
Meetings: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays (depending on grade)
Contact: Sylvia Eccles, 0121 243 8446
Email: Sylvia@eccles24.freeserve.co.uk

Dubarrie School of Dance

Established 1973. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre. Exams and Show work. Qualified Staff and Friendly Environment.
Based at: Shirley and Yardley
Meeting Times: throughout week
Contact: Yvonne Liddiard, 0121 744 1422 Dubarrie@hotmail.com

Arabesque School of Dance

Royal Academy of Dance Ballet for children from 21/2 yrs upwards
Based at: Dorridge, Shirley, Leamington & Sutton Coldfield
Meeting: Throughout the week
Age groups: 21/2 yrs upwards
Contact: Michelle Nevin, 9 Kenilworth Close Balsall Common CV7 7DJ, 01676 530752
Email: michelle.nevin@balletdance.co.uk
Website: http://www.balletdance.co.uk/

Arabesque School of Dance

RAD Ballet for students from 21/2yrs to adults, plus Dinky Disco, Free Style Disco and Modern Jazz and incorporating The Underground Teen Dance Scene, Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Underground Jazz, Reaggaton & Contemporary 11-19yrs.
Based at: Shirley Solihull & Dorridge Solihull
Meeting: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Age groups: 21/2 yrs to Adults
Contact name: Michelle Nevin
Contact address: Mill Farm Cottage Packington Park Meriden Coventry CV7 7HE
Contact telephone: 01675 442261
Email: michelle.nevin@balletdance.co.uk
Website: http://www.balletdance.co.uk/

Chelis School of Dance

A Dance School with a difference - Weather you’re a first timer or an experienced dancer, want to follow a career or dance just for fun, Chelis School of dance endeavour to make learning to dance a fun and pleasant experience. All pupils are treated equally whilst learning Ballet, Tap, Freestyle/Disco, Theatre Craft, Modern Jazz and Gymnastics. Performances include Royal Albert Hall and Euro Disney.
Based at: Mapledene Primary School - Sheldon
Meeting: Saturdays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Age groups: 3+
Contact name: Cheryl Jeyes or Lisa Potter
Contact address: C/O Mapledene Primary School Mapledene Road Sheldon Birmingham B26 3XE
Contact telephone: 07752 400542 (Cheryl) 07752 426338 (Lisa)
Email: info@chelisschoolofdance.co.uk
Website: http://www.chelisschoolofdance.co.uk/

Animated Dance & Drama Academy

Profressional training in -Singing, dancing, drama and performance skills.
Based at: Solihull Sixth From College
Meeting: Varied timetables
Age groups: 3 to adults
Contact name: Sarah King
Contact address: 1183 Warwick Road Birmingham B27 6PX
Contact telephone: 01217079904 or 07737209142
Email: animatedteacher@hotmail.co.uk

Planet Dance

Where everyone is a star. Childrens dance and drama classes for freestyle, street, musical theatre and stage craft.
Based at: Dance Studio -Sixth Form College - Solihull
Meeting: Saturday mornings from 9am
Age groups: starting from 3 years - 16 years
Contact name: Beverley Drew
Contact address: Sixth Form College
Contact telephone: 0121 705 6751
Email: bev.drew@planet-dance.co.uk

Animated Active Kids Clubs

Sports, team games, social skills, team building skills - club operates every holiday throughout year.
Based at: Lighthall School
Meeting: 8-6pm daily - all school holidays
Age groups: 3 - 14
Contact name: Sarah King
Contact address: 1183 Warwick Road Birmingham B27 6PX
Contact telephone: 01217079904 or 07737209142
Email: animatedteacher@hotmail.co.uk