Rhythm Nation Studios - Centre of Performing Arts
BEST FOR
Ages 3+
ENTRY
from £33.50
WHERE
Nottingham
What it’s like
Weekly dance and drama classes from ballet to cheer street, with a free trial before you commit to a monthly spot.
This is a proper dance school setup, not a drop-in soft play with music on. Kids from age three can try ballet, tap, jazz, acro, musical theatre, drama, singing or cheer street, and there's a dance fitness class too if you've got an older one who fancies something less balletic. Classes are capped at 16 so it stays small enough for a nervous first-timer to be seen, and the year builds towards an annual show performance, which is clearly the bit that turns "I go to dance class" into "I was in a show".
You start with a free taster, which takes the pressure off deciding on the spot. After that they'll ask you to commit to the class rate for the rest of the month, usually just two or three sessions, so you're not signing up blind for a term. Payment then runs monthly by direct debit, and if your child wants to stop, there's no notice period and no lost money for sessions you haven't used yet, which is a fairer setup than most places offer.
Pricing runs by class length rather than one flat fee: £33.50 a month for 30 minutes, up to £39.50 for a full hour. That's a monthly commitment rather than a one-off ticket price, worth knowing before you say yes to three classes a week. For the taster itself, dress for movement, a T shirt and leggings rather than jeans, rubber-soled shoes, and a water bottle, though some disciplines are danced barefoot. They sell dancewear and shoes on site if you need to sort kit out on the spot.
Opening hours stretch across most of the week, including a Saturday morning slot finishing mid-afternoon.
Need to know
- Best for
- Age 3 up, with older kids drawn to cheer street or dance fitness
- Worth knowing
- Free trial class for all classes
- Classes are capped at 16 children, so it stays small rather than a big group session
- The free taster only covers the first go, after that you're paying for the rest of that month
- No notice period if your child wants to stop, cancellation is immediate
- They sell dance shoes and uniform on site if you need kit before the first class
Plan your visit
How much are classes?
It depends on the length: £33.50 a month for a 30 minute class, £37.50 for 45 minutes, £39.50 for a full hour. It's a monthly rate, not a one-off session price.
Can we try before we commit?
There's a free taster class for any of the classes on offer. After that you're asked to pay for the rest of the month at the class rate.
What age can my child start?
From age three.
What should they wear?
A T shirt and leggings, no denim, plus rubber-soled shoes, though some styles are danced barefoot. Bring a water bottle too, and they sell dancewear on site if you need it.
How do we pay and can we get money back if it doesn't work out?
Payment is monthly by direct debit after the settling-in period. If your child wants to leave, they refund any sessions you've paid for but not attended, no questions asked.
Do we need to give notice to cancel?
No notice period at all. You can cancel yourself through the booking account or just email or text them, and the space is released immediately.
What days and times do classes run?
Monday to Thursday from morning into the evening, and Saturday mornings through to mid-afternoon.
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