Frequently Asked Questions

Studio Addresses and Parking
The Hub, Mulberry Way, Mulberry Park, Bath, BA2 5BU
Plenty of parking, bike locks and the Number 2 bus stops right outside. 

St Matthew’s Church, Widcombe Hill, Bath, BA2 6AA
Parking is available in one or two hour parking bays. 

La Scala, Shaftesbury Road, Oldfield Park, Bath, BA2 3LH
Plenty of residential parking. 

St Barts Church, King Edward Road, BA2 3PB
Residential parking. 

The Church Rooms, The Avenue, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 5EE
Residential parking.


How much do classes cost?
Apart from certain adult classes fees are paid termly and in advance. Price per term varies depending on the length of the term. you can see the term dates and fees on each of the class pages. If term fees are not paid within 28 days of receipt of invoice there will be a £10 admin charge attached to the fee. Invoices will be emailed to you and can be paid via BACS to the following account;
Lloyds Bank
Sort Code: 30-91-94
Account Number: 194 659 68
Please see your invoice and use the reference provided.
If you have any queries relating to invoicing or payment please contact the admin department on hellobeatsdancebath@gmail.com

Do you offer discounts for multiple classes or siblings?
If one family are paying for 3 or more classes/week then a 10% discount is applied to your fees. This applies to one child doing three or more classes a week or two siblings who combined do 3 or more classes a week.


What experience do I / does my child need?
For information on individual classes, what is involved and the expected level of ability  please see the relevant page on the website. If in any doubt please contact Fi; 0797 471 0706 beatsdancebath@gmail.com


Can my child do a trial class?
We always recommend a trial class before you commit to the term. Once you have decided to continue you will be emailed an invoice.


Can my child take exams?
There is the option for your child to take exams although this is not mandatory. They can move up to the next grade when they have reached the necessary skill level without taking the exam. 


Are there any performance opportunities?
Beats Dance understands that many dancers love to perform to an audience. We take part in local community events such as The Bath Carnival, Keynsham Music Festival, Picnic In The Park and put on an annual show!


Can I watch my child in class?
If you need to sit in with your younger child to begin with that is fine, although they do tend to get on better when left to it. We have watching weeks at the end of the Autumn term so you can see what they do in class. We also often have impromptu performances at the end of class when we have worked on something in class they wish to show you. Please remember the confidentiality of other members of the class when taking photos or videos during watching sessions. Please try to ensure as far as possible that you are only filming or photographing your child and do not share any content on social media.


What do I / does my child wear for class?
For trial classes children can wear leggings and vest tops. They will need bare feet for a ballet trial and their school shoes are fine for a tap trial. They cannot dance in socks or tights as they may slip. 

Bouncy Beats
Anything goes; tutus, Spider-Man costumes, it does not matter too much so long as they can move freely and are not in a long outfit which may trip them up. Bare feet or ballet shoes are fine. They cannot dance in socks or tights as they may slip. 

Dance Shoes
There are lots of online dancewear websites. They all stock a variety of brands. Bloch, Capezio, First Position and Roch Valley are all good brands. Alternatively there is a shop in Radstock where you can try shoes on. It is worth bearing in mind that many ballet shoe brands come up small so if you are buying on line it is worth ordering 2 or 3 pairs and sending back those which don’t fit. Leather have better durability and you do not need a split-soled shoe. For tap shoes you can always have a look on eBay. The glittery ones look pretty but do not bend too well making many steps a bit harder. 

Primary Ballet/Tap
The official uniform is a regulation ISTD sleeveless pink leotard, pink ballet tights, pink wrap skirt and pink cardigan in the winter. There are lots of online dancewear websites. See information on Dance Shoes above. 

Grades 1-3 Ballet 
The official uniform is a regulation ISTD sleeveless sky blue leotard, pink ballet tights, sky blue wrap skirt if wanted and sky blue cardigan in the winter. There are lots of online dancewear websites which sell these. See information on Dance Shoes above. 

Grade 4+ Ballet
A simple, black, thin-stapped leotard like this one;
https://www.movedancewear.com/capezio-banksia-bratek-leotard-black-p984/ 
Pink ballet tights and a black cardigan if required for the winter. See information on Dance Shoes above. 

Contemporary 
Dancers must wear black to class but can wear whatever they feel comfortable in; leotard and tights, leggings and a vest are most suitable. They dance in bare feet. 

Technical Classes
Dancers must wear black to class but can wear whatever they feel comfortable in; leotard and tights, leggings and a vest are most suitable. They dance in bare feet or dance trainers. Dance trainers are excellent for providing just the right amount of support, shock absorption, traction and slide. Bloch do fantastic dance trainers.

Street Dance and Holiday Workshops 
They can wear whatever they feel comfortable in for this class. Many choose to wear their Beats T-shirts and hoodies to feel like part of the crew. These are available by direct order. Contact Fi; beatsdancebath@gmail.com
They can dance in bare feet or trainers but dance trainers are the best option. See details above under Tech Classes. 

Adult ballet
Most people wear comfy gym gear and some wear leotards and tights. Whatever you feel comfortable in. Once you have tried a class and definitely wish to continue you can buy ballet shoes fairly cheaply. See Dance Shoes above. 

Adult tap
You can wear whatever you feel comfortable in. If you don’t have tap shoes then just wear flat shoes which don’t slip off (not trainers as these tend to stick when we want the foot to slide). When you want to buy Tap shoes have a look at the advice on Dance Shoes above. 


All teachers have Enhanced DBS certificates and professional dance training.

If you have any further questions please contact Fi;
0797 471 0706
beatsdancebath@gmail.com