Ballroom Beginner Adults
Beginner Ballroom.
at County Dance, Reading · 5.0★ (52 Google reviews)
Next class
Tue 20 Oct, 19:35
Tuesdays 19:35–20:30
Ask first: Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 2 days ago
About this class
A 55-minute beginner ballroom class for adults, on Tuesdays at 19:35, at County Dance, Church Hall. The studio lists 7 classes a week: Ballroom (7), and 5 of them are at beginner level.
From the studio’s timetable“Adult couples”
DanceHow data
Ballroom classes in Reading
Every ballroom class we track in Reading, read from studio timetables.
40
ballroom classes a week
12
studios teach it
61%
start at 18:00 or later
£13
median drop-in price
Ballroom classes by day
Tuesday is the busiest day for ballroom in Reading (7 of 28 dated classes). 61% start at 18:00 or later. The median drop-in price is £13.
This week at County Dance
Can’t do Tuesdays? Beginner ballroom also runs here on Wednesdays at 19:30.
Showing ballroom only. All 7 classes at County Dance →
Don’t forget it
Remind me before Tue 20 Oct
One email the day before, with the address and the studio’s booking link. Nothing else unless you tick the box.
Getting there
Church Hall, County Dance St. Giles, 59-61 Southampton St, Reading RG1 2QP Dance school
DirectionsSame style nearby
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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.
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 countydance.co.uk.
How much is it?
£11 (drop in).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults. There's also a beginner ballroom class here on Wednesdays at 19:30.
When does it run?
Every Tuesday, 19:35–20:30.
Where is it?
County Dance, Church Hall, County Dance St. Giles, 59-61 Southampton St, Reading RG1 2QP.
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: countydance.co.uk/beginner-ballroom-classes
- First listed on DanceHow 17 October 2026; last checked 2 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 52 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.