Ballroom Kids
Ballroom.
at Hatton Academy Of Dance & Arts, Newcastle · 4.5★ (8 Google reviews)
Next class
Thu 22 Oct, 18:00
Thursdays 18:00–19:00
Ask first: Call +441914542889
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute ballroom class for kids, on Thursdays at 18:00, at Hatton Academy Of Dance & Arts, Temple Town. The studio lists 12 classes a week: Ballroom (2), Classical (2), Latin American (2), Afternoon Tea Dance, Contemporary, and Freestyle, and 3 of them are at beginner level.
DanceHow data
Ballroom classes in Newcastle
Every ballroom class we track in Newcastle, read from studio timetables.
10
ballroom classes a week
6
studios teach it
50%
start at 18:00 or later
20%
are beginner level
Ballroom classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for ballroom in Newcastle (2 of 6 dated classes). This is the only Thursday ballroom class we track here. 50% start at 18:00 or later. No ballroom class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.
This week at Hatton Academy Of Dance & Arts
Can’t do Thursdays? ballroom also runs here on Saturdays at 11:00.
Showing ballroom only. All 12 classes at Hatton Academy Of Dance & Arts →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Thu 22 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
Temple Town, South Shields NE33 5BD Dance school
DirectionsBefore you go
Your first ballroom class
Is ballroom suitable for absolute beginners?
Yes, completely. Ballroom is built on fundamental steps that anyone can learn, and most studios offer absolute-beginner classes designed specifically for people with no dance experience. The structured nature of ballroom actually helps beginners learn faster because the patterns are clear and repeatable. Starting at beginner level means you'll be with people at the same stage, which creates a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Do I need a partner to take ballroom classes?
No. While ballroom is a partner dance, classes always have a system for pairing people up and rotating partners so everyone gets a turn leading and following. Most beginners come solo, and many make friends in class. You'll typically swap partners every few combinations, so you'll dance with several people in one session.
What should I wear to a ballroom class?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing like trousers, leggings, or a skirt that lets you move freely. For shoes, smooth-soled trainers or street shoes work fine for beginners; you don't need proper ballroom shoes right away. Avoid restrictive fabrics or shoes with sticky soles, as they'll slow your footwork and frustrate you.
Questions about this class
Can I just turn up?
The studio doesn't say. Ask before you go: on hattondanceacademy.com or call +441914542889.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Dance classes in Newcastle typically cost £3.75–£10 per class (median £6.50, from 65 classes that publish a price).
When does it run?
Every Thursday, 18:00–19:00.
Where is it?
Hatton Academy Of Dance & Arts, Temple Town, South Shields NE33 5BD.
Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.
How we know this
- We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: hattondanceacademy.com/classes
- First listed on DanceHow 17 October 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 4.5★ from 8 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.