We offer fun-filled, dynamic kids dance classes for all ages and interests across Edinburgh. Our classes are designed to inspire creativity, build confidence and spark a love of movement

Contemporary‍ ‍

Tap

Ballet

Cirque

Acro

Jazz

3.5-16 years

Acro-Dance Classes

Acro-Dance at LBA blends the excitement of dance with the strength and skills of acrobatics. Students learn rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and work towards flips and aerials—all in a safe, structured, and supportive class. It’s energetic, challenging, and loads of fun, helping dancers build confidence, coordination, and performance technique while doing something they absolutely love.

Add-ons: Leaps, Kicks & Turns, and Strength and Conditioning classes available for 6yrs—18yrs.

2-3.5 years

BabyBelles Dance Classes

BabyBelles is a wonderful introduction to the world of dance and performance for little ones aged 2–3.5. With grown-ups joining in, children explore rhythm, movement and expression through playful routines and props like ribbons and bells. This class builds motor skills, confidence and creativity in a fun, nurturing space—laying a lovely foundation for a future love of dance and performance.

3.5-16 years

Ballet Dance Classes

Ballet at LBA provides a strong foundation in classical dance, focusing on technical skill, balance and coordination. Starting with Mini Ballet for younger dancers, children progress through grades, mastering technique and artistry. With structured training, students have the option to take exams as they advance. Whether your child is just beginning or refining their technique, our ballet classes offer a supportive environment for their growth and development.

Add-ons: Leaps, Kicks & Turns, and Strength and Conditioning classes available for 6yrs — 18yrs. Pre-Pointe, and Pointe for 10yrs — 16yrs.

6.5-16 years

Contemporary Dance Classes

Contemporary dance blends modern, lyrical and jazz techniques to help dancers express emotion through movement. With a strong focus on storytelling, floor work and fluid transitions, students build strength, coordination and artistic expression. Our classes are energetic, inspiring and suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities, providing a creative outlet for your child to grow as a performer.

5.5-16 years

Jazz Dance Classes

Jazz at LBA offers high-energy, dynamic movement blending technique, rhythm and performance. Drawing from classical jazz and modern styles, students learn sharp footwork, isolations and expressive choreography. Classes focus on building strength, flexibility and coordination while encouraging individual style and creativity. Jazz is perfect for those who enjoy fast-paced, lively dance with a focus on performance and personality.

Add-ons: Leaps, Kicks & Turns, and Strength and Conditioning classes available for 6yrs — 18yrs.

3.5-16 years

Musical Theatre Classes

Musical Theatre brings the magic of the stage to life through a vibrant mix of singing, dancing and acting. Starting with Mini Musical Theatre for ages 3–5, students build confidence, coordination and creativity as they learn stagecraft in a supportive environment. As they progress through the levels, they develop performance skills, character work and vocal technique—all while having fun and making friends.

3.5-16 years

Children performing in a dance show, wearing shiny costumes against a colorful backdrop.

Street Dance Classes

Street Dance is high-energy, creative and full of personality! From Mini Street Dance to advanced levels, students learn dynamic choreography, rhythm and freestyle skills. As they move through the levels, they explore a range of street styles while developing strength, coordination and their own unique movement style—all in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.

6.5-16 years

Group of young dancers performing on stage in gold and black costumes.

Tap Dance Classes

LBA’s Tap Dance classes combine rhythm, energy and precision, offering students a chance to develop musicality and technique. Starting with the basics like shuffles and time steps, students progress through graded levels, mastering more complex rhythms and movements. Along the way, they build coordination, timing and confidence, with the opportunity to sit exams and showcase their progress in a fun, structured environment.

7-16years

LBA Theatre Academy

LBA’s Theatre Academy is the perfect space for young performers to build their skills in acting, movement and voice. With a focus on creativity and confidence, students explore character work, storytelling and ensemble performance in a warm, inclusive environment. It’s a brilliant class for students who love drama and want to shine on stage—culminating in a full theatre production each year!

8-18 years

Technique Lab

Technique Tuesdays

Whether you're looking to improve your leaps, perfect your turns, increase your flexibility or build the strength needed for acro and dance, these classes provide dedicated training in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Stretch & Flex (4:50 - 5:40pm)
Develop flexibility, mobility and control through safe stretching techniques designed to improve lines, extensions and overall movement quality.

Leaps, Kicks & Turns (5:40 - 6:30pm)
Refine the core skills used across all dance styles, focusing on jump height, kick technique, turns, balance and precision.

Power (6:30 - 7:20pm)
Build strength, stability and explosive power through targeted conditioning exercises that support acro skills, jumps and overall athletic performance.

Technique Tuesday classes are the perfect addition to any dancer's weekly training, helping to develop the strength, flexibility, technique and confidence needed to reach their full potential. Whether you're building flexibility and mobility in Stretch & Flex, mastering turns, kicks and leaps in Leaps, Kicks & Turns, or developing the strength and power needed for acro, jumps and dynamic movement in Power, each class provides focused training with expert guidance and personalised feedback. Together, these sessions help dancers build strong technical foundations, improve performance quality and progress with confidence across all styles of dance.

6.5-16 years

1-2-1 Dance Coaching Sessions

For students seeking personalised instruction, our 1-2-1 coaching offers focused, one-on-one lessons tailored to individual needs. Whether you're refining technique, preparing for a performance, or working on specific dance styles, these sessions provide expert guidance in a supportive environment. Due to high demand, spaces are limited.

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