Dancing can feel daunting when you’re starting from scratch, but our Absolute Beginners Dance Course is the perfect place to begin. Designed for adults with little or no dance experience, these friendly and supportive classes will help you overcome nerves, improve coordination, and learn the building blocks of dance – all while having fun.
Whether you’re preparing for an event, wanting to try something new, or just want to feel more confident on the dance floor, this course will ease you in with simple, enjoyable movement and expert guidance.
Each class is designed to introduce you to the core foundations of dance and help you feel comfortable moving with rhythm. You’ll cover:
You’ll leave each session with new moves, a better sense of rhythm, and more belief in your ability to dance – even if you've never tried it before.
Over the duration of this course you will:
Discover how your body moves through space and understand posture, alignment and weight placement, the true building blocks of dance.
Get to grips with classics like the box step, chasse, ball change and more – the essential steps found in many dance styles.
Let go of self-consciousness through movement-based games and structured routines, guided by experienced tutors who know how to support nervous beginners.
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 11:45-12:45 | 60 mins | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £7.50
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1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:40-20:55 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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7 Sep 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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8 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 | Mon | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Clinton Goldsmith | Union Theatre | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
Yes – 100%. These classes are designed specifically for complete beginners. No dance background is required, just a willingness to give it a go.
That’s exactly why this course exists. The movements are broken down step-by-step, and our tutors create a relaxed environment where there’s no pressure to “get it right” straight away.
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in – activewear or gym clothes are perfect. Trainers or soft-soled shoes are fine to start with.
Don’t worry – our tutors will help you catch up and ensure you’re not left behind. Just let us know in advance if you can’t attend.
Class sizes are kept small enough to ensure everyone gets personal feedback and time with the tutor, but big enough to create a supportive group atmosphere.
Yes! We offer style-specific beginner courses such as Absolute Beginners Ballet and Absolute Beginners Jazz Dance. These are ideal if you already have a particular style in mind.
If you loved our Absolute Beginners course, why not keep going? Now you've nailed the basics, try one of our genre-specific courses! Check out our five most popular dance classes if you need some inspiration.
DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 11:45-12:45 | 60 mins | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £7.50
50% OFF
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1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:40-20:55 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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7 Sep 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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8 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 | Mon | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Clinton Goldsmith | Union Theatre, Southwark | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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9 Oct 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 | Thu | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Sophie Hiller | WAC Arts, Belsize Park | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Oct 2025 - 17 Nov 2025 | Mon | 18:15-19:30 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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19 Oct 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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23 Oct 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 | Thu | 19:25-20:40 | 5 weeks | Dance Tutors | The Place, Euston | £95.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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30 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 | Thu | 18:30-19:45 | 7 weeks (no class 20 Nov) | Abbey Devoy | Sadler's Wells, EC1 | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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24 Nov 2025 - 12 Jan 2026 | Mon | 19:40-20:55 | 6 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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30 Nov 2025 - 18 Jan 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks (no class 21 Dec & 28 Dec) | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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3 Jan 2026 - 7 Feb 2026 | Sat | 16:40-18:10 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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12 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | 18:15-19:30 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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14 Jan 2026 - 18 Feb 2026 | Wed | 18:15-19:45 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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25 Jan 2026 - 1 Mar 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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29 Jan 2026 - 12 Mar 2026 | Thu | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Dance Tutors | WAC Arts, Belsize Park | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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21 Feb 2026 - 28 Mar 2026 | Sat | 16:40-18:10 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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8 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks (no class 5 Apr) | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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31 Aug 2025 | Sun | 11:45-12:45 | 60 mins | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £7.50
50% OFF
| Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:40-20:55 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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7 Sep 2025 - 12 Oct 2025 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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8 Sep 2025 - 20 Oct 2025 | Mon | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Clinton Goldsmith | Union Theatre, Southwark | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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9 Oct 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 | Thu | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Sophie Hiller | WAC Arts, Belsize Park | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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13 Oct 2025 - 17 Nov 2025 | Mon | 18:15-19:30 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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19 Oct 2025 - 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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23 Oct 2025 - 20 Nov 2025 | Thu | 19:25-20:40 | 5 weeks | Dance Tutors | The Place, Euston | £95.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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30 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025 | Thu | 18:30-19:45 | 7 weeks (no class 20 Nov) | Abbey Devoy | Sadler's Wells, EC1 | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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24 Nov 2025 - 12 Jan 2026 | Mon | 19:40-20:55 | 6 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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30 Nov 2025 - 18 Jan 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks (no class 21 Dec & 28 Dec) | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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3 Jan 2026 - 7 Feb 2026 | Sat | 16:40-18:10 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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12 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | 18:15-19:30 | 6 weeks | Rachel Hollings | City Academy, Farringdon | £110.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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14 Jan 2026 - 18 Feb 2026 | Wed | 18:15-19:45 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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25 Jan 2026 - 1 Mar 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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29 Jan 2026 - 12 Mar 2026 | Thu | 18:20-19:35 | 7 weeks | Dance Tutors | WAC Arts, Belsize Park | £135.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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21 Feb 2026 - 28 Mar 2026 | Sat | 16:40-18:10 | 6 weeks | Dance Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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8 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026 | Sun | 10:00-11:30 | 6 weeks (no class 5 Apr) | Manuela Cimadomo | City Academy, Farringdon | £145.00 | Book Now | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.
After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses:
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