Ballroom Beginner Adults
Beginner Ballroom.
at Dance Factory Bristol, Bristol · 5.0★ (21 Google reviews)
Next class
Tue 20 Oct, 20:00
Tuesdays 20:00–21:00
Ask first: Call +447711197288 · Email · Contact page
Checked against the studio’s timetable 3 days ago
About this class
A 60-minute beginner ballroom class for adults, on Tuesdays at 20:00, at Dance Factory Bristol, 37A Durdham Park. The studio lists 9 classes a week: Ballroom (5), Strictly Solo (2), Hip-Hop, and Tango, and 2 of them are at beginner level.
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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.
This week at Dance Factory Bristol
Can’t do Tuesdays? Beginner ballroom also runs here on Sundays at 18:30.
Showing ballroom only. All 9 classes at Dance Factory Bristol →
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
37A Durdham Park, Bristol BS6 6XF 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 dancefactorybristol.com or call +447711197288.
How much is it?
The price isn't listed. Beginner adult classes in Bristol typically cost £9–£12 per class (median £10, from 33 classes that publish a price).
Is it beginner friendly?
Yes. It's listed as beginner for adults. There's also a beginner ballroom class here on Sundays at 18:30.
When does it run?
Every Tuesday, 20:00–21:00.
Where is it?
Dance Factory Bristol, 37A Durdham Park, Bristol BS6 6XF.
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: calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=22c8f979f45ab87e9cbced1375a1...
- First listed on DanceHow 16 October 2026; last checked 3 days ago. We re-check timetables every week.
- Rating from Google: 5.0★ from 21 reviews. Sponsored studios are always labelled.