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Welcome to Southside School of Dance

Started in January 2005 by Louise Squires A.I.S.T.D B.A Hons, Southside Dance aims to provide children with opportunities to learn the joy of dance, perform, build confidence and make friends in a fun, friendly and safe environment. We are committed to delivering high quality dance training whether that be simply for fitness and fun or in preparation for entering the arts on a professional level.

We offer instruction in a wide range of dance styles in Midlothian and the Borders including I.S.T.D Ballet, Modern, Tap, Street Dance, Boys only Street Dance, Scottish, Musical Theatre and drama classes. We also offer a series of adult dance and fitness classes. Children have the opportunity to enter I.S.T.D recognised examinations as well as perform in school shows.

Term Dates August 2011 - June 2012

Term Classes Resume Term Ends Notes
Term 1 22-08-2011 15-10-2011 No September break from dancing
Mid Term 24-10-2011 20-12-2011  
Term 2 04-01-2012 31-03-2012 No February break from dancing
Term 3 16-04-2012 21-06-2012 Classes will still be held on the May Holidays but will be joined together: 4.00pm-4.45pm - Nursery Ballet, Preparatory Ballet & Primary Ballet- joint Inter & Senior classes at regular times.

Useful Links

The Little Dance Shop. Order your dancewear here all term for delivery to class.

Latest News

Southside School of Dance has been awarded the Council for Dance Education and Trainings Approved School Status.

What's On

Borders Branch school show 16th and 17th June 2012 at Eastgate theatre, Peebles. Please keep an eye on your school notice board for more info.

Easter School, Dalkeith

Summer School, Dalkeith

Summer School, Galashiels

To book please contact Miss Louise a.s.a.p

Drama Classes – new block starts Sunday 1st May 2011 @ Lasswade High School, for more info or to book contact Miss Louise on 07890 990 687.

  Age Group Time
Juniors 7-11 years 10.30am - 12.00pm
Seniors 12-16 years 12.00pm - 1.30pm