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Ballroom All levels Adults

All Levels Ballroom.

at The Island Dance Studio, Bristol · 4.5★ (2 Google reviews)

Next class

Tue 20 Oct, 18:00

Tuesdays 18:00

Price £10
Commitment Drop-in
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Checked against the studio’s timetable 3 days ago

About this class

An all levels ballroom class for adults, on Tuesdays at 18:00, at The Island Dance Studio, The Island. The studio lists 17 classes a week: Ballet (7), Hip-Hop (3), Contemporary (2), Ballroom, Free To Be… Dance Classes with Bethany Kyle, and ICPAS Community Dance Classes, and 3 of them are at beginner level.

LevelAll levels WhoAdults RunsWeekly Studio17 classes/week

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Ballroom classes in Bristol

Every ballroom class we track in Bristol, read from studio timetables.

31

ballroom classes a week

19

studios teach it

69%

start at 18:00 or later

6%

are beginner level

Ballroom classes by day

Tuesday is the busiest day for ballroom in Bristol (7 of 13 dated classes). 69% start at 18:00 or later. No ballroom class here publishes a drop-in price, so ask when you book.

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Getting there

The Island, Bridewell St, Bristol BS1 2QD Dance school · Dance hall

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Before 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.

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Questions about this class

Can I just turn up?

It's listed as a drop-in class, so you can usually pay on the day. Ask before you go: on artspace.uk or call +441173763457.

How much is it?

£10 (drop in).

Is it beginner friendly?

Yes. It's listed as all levels for adults.

When does it run?

Every Tuesday, 18:00.

Where is it?

The Island Dance Studio, The Island, Bridewell St, Bristol BS1 2QD.

Answers come from this class’s listing and update when the timetable does.

How we know this

  1. We read this class from the studio’s own timetable: artspace.uk/venue/the-island/dance-space/
  2. First listed on DanceHow 16 October 2026; last checked 3 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
  3. Rating from Google: 4.5★ from 2 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.
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