It’s like speed dating, but instead of searching for a match, you’re searching for your rhythm.
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Book your class
Choose from one of the two dates on offer, where everyone is starting out.
Rally your mates, your whānau, or just bring yourself.
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Get a taster
On the night, you’ll get a whistle-stop tour of six different dance styles in one evening, spending 20 minutes on each style.
From the beats of Hip Hop to the infectious rhythms of Latin dance – there’s a world of movement awaiting you.
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Keep going!
If you find a dance style you love, you can sign up to try one or more of the styles in detail for the following four weeks. You’ll receive a sign-up email straight after class.
Koha appreciated but not required.
Modern Jive is about learning moves that will fit together for fun freestyle dancing to a wide variety of music.
You and your partner (if you choose to bring one!) will be able to take these dance moves with you anywhere.
Fevah Modern Jive is run by Deb and Matt. With extensive overseas experience, especially in the UK where Modern Jive originated in the 1980’s, they’ve been running Modern Jive classes and events in Christchurch since 2005.
Spin, twirl, and flow into the joy of movement! Whether you’re a complete beginner or have tried hooping before, this class offers a fun and inclusive way to experiment with rhythm, coordination, and creativity.
Expect plenty of laughs, dynamic moves, and maybe even a few tricks to take home!
Emma has been hula hooping for 8 years and loves how it puts a smile on people’s faces. As a teacher she embraces fun, and enjoys seeing how happy people are when they nail new, challenging tricks!
Solo jazz comes from the African American dance vernacular dance traditions and is related to tap dancing, 1920s Charleston and Lindy Hop. These classes will work on developing individual rhythm, body awareness, creativity and expression.
If you enjoy hot jazz, swing jazz, jump jive and blues music, this is the class for you.
Jenn has been teaching swing and blues dance styles for almost 15 years. Coming to dance as an adult herself, she specialises in teaching beginners and those convinced they have two left feet.
Jenn works hard to craft accessible classes with levels of progression to suit all in the room.
Whether you’re looking to learn the graceful waltz, the cheeky cha cha, or simply want to have fun while mastering new moves, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
No experience required—just bring your passion for dance and let us help you shine on the dance floor.
JBC Dance is a small studio that was established in 2018 by Janita & Barry Clark. Janita and Barry have been dancing for over 30 years and love to share their passion and enthusiasm with their students.
Their philosophy is for students to learn at their own pace and enjoy their dancing journey.
Line dancing is all about the fun. Its origins were in country music, but the dance and music has evolved well beyond that.
We’ll aim to give the mind and body a bit of a workout, and you’ll be laughing all the way.
New Zealand’s longest running line dance club.
Salsa is a vibrant and lively dance style that originated in the Caribbean and New York, has become a global phenomenon.
Whether you’re dancing with a partner or as a solo dancer, Salsa offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with others and experience the joy of movement.
Our academy provides a comprehensive training program for dancers of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Whether you’re looking to learn the basics or advance your skills, our experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
In a series of physical theatre exercises, you’ll explore spontaneous physical impulse to discover your body’s comic movement.
This experience is about finding the state of playfulness and using clowning as a vehicle for your imagination.
Lisa has over 30 years’ experience in the physical theatre and circus industry – performing, teaching and directing based on an extensive background in clowning, acrobatics, dance, circus and theatre.
African Dance is fun, powerful, liberating, uplifting, and transformative.
This dance style is about creating a friendly environment open to everyone, where people can feel free to express themselves through music and dance.
Tamara has been teaching African Dance for the last nine years in Christchurch and runs a weekly class, accompanied by live drums.
Go back to a time when hip was cool, and adults and kids knew how to boogie on the dance floor.
Learn the basics of Rock ‘n’ Roll, learning the basic footwork and a few simple moves.
With all the fun of some of the coolest music of the century, the Christchurch Rock ‘n’ Roll Club will be leading you into a new age of dance, supported by their medal winning tutors.
Argentine tango is an improvisational dance based on the four building blocks of walking, turning, stopping and embellishments.
Its music and dance slowly evolved in the back streets of Buenos Aires during the early 20th Century, before spreading to Europe and the rest of the world.
Gloria and Graham danced and taught tango in Buenos Aires and have been teaching in NZ for several years.
They believe in a tango of connections: with yourself, a partner, the music, the floor, and other dancers. When this happens, they believe anything is possible.
From Salsa, Bachata, Samba, Cha Cha and more, a high quality technique will boost your confidence in every area of your life.
If you need any more reason to get those feet moving, this is an awesome way to keep fit.
Latin Addiction Dance is all about creating a fun, friendly environment for their dance community.
Their award winning teachers will have you dancing up in a storm in no time.
Come and learn the foundations of Breaking and concepts for creating routines and freestyle.
You’ll get an introduction to the basic building blocks of breaking moves.
Learn from one of the best freestyle dancers with world champion B-Boy Leeroq.
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