What age can my child start?

From age 5. Kids classes are grouped by age: 5-7, 8-11 and 12-17.

What dance styles do kids learn?

Latin Ballroom, Standard Ballroom and Social Dance, with foundations in cha cha, samba, rumba, jive, waltz, tango, foxtrot and quickstep.

Is there a trial class and how much is it?

The Introductory Dance Class is a 45-minute private session for AED 180. The kids page also mentions a free group class for new children - confirm which applies when you book.

How much do regular classes cost?

Term or package prices aren't published - ask the provider. The studio runs seasonal packages and offers.

Does my child need a dance partner?

No. Children can join solo and instructors arrange partner rotation; let the instructor know if your child prefers one partner.

When is the studio open?

Monday to Friday 1-10PM, Saturday and Sunday 10AM-7PM. Class times for each kids group aren't published - ask the provider.

Dance Studios Dubai

Dance

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

JLT

Ages5+years and up
PriceTrial AED 180to try a session
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Dance Studios Dubai is a ballroom and social dance school on the 12th floor of HDS Tower in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, teaching since 2011. Alongside its adult classes it runs a kids programme from age 5, with groups for ages 5-7, 8-11 and 12-17 and levels for beginners, intermediate and advanced dancers. Children learn Latin Ballroom, Standard Ballroom and Social Dance, building foundations in cha cha, samba, rumba, jive, waltz, tango, foxtrot and quickstep. The studio follows an international dance rating system and offers private, group and competition classes, and children can dance in showcases, public performances and competitions, as a couple or solo. Your child doesn't need a partner to join. The studio says it runs over 400 classes a week and has taught over 5,000 students. It's rated 4.8 on Google from 182 reviews.

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The activity

Dance, explained

Ballroom and Latin dance classes teach kids partner-dance technique such as posture, frame, footwork and timing, alongside musicality and confidence moving with a partner. Children usually start with a simple style like cha cha or waltz before building a repertoire across Latin dances (cha cha, samba, rumba, paso doble, jive) and ballroom dances (waltz, tango, foxtrot, quickstep). It's a different discipline from freestyle or street dance - the focus is on structured steps, connection with a partner and, for some students, competitive or medal-test progression.

Who it's for

Children from age 5, grouped by age (5-7, 8-11 and 12-17) and by level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), taking into account each child's age and physical condition. No partner is needed - students can join solo. The studio also teaches adults.

What to expect

To start, the studio offers an introductory private lesson and/or a free group class for children; in the private session an instructor works with you and your child to build a personal plan. The FAQ lists the Introductory Dance Class as a 45-minute private session for AED 180, so check which option applies when you book. Intro lessons cover posture, basic steps, spins and turns and basic floor craft. On the first visit, staff show you round the studio and explain the styles on offer. What to wear for kids' classes isn't published - ask the provider.

Highlights

Kids classes from age 5, in groups for ages 5-7, 8-11 and 12-17 (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Latin Ballroom, Standard Ballroom and Social Dance for kids, with beginner, intermediate and advanced levels (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Private, group and competition classes, with showcases, performances and competitions for children (dancestudiosdubai.com)
45-minute private introductory class for AED 180; the kids page also mentions a free group class (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Teaching since 2011, in HDS Tower, JLT, open 7 days a week (dancestudiosdubai.com)
4.8 on Google from 182 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Dance Studios Dubai is rated 4.8 on Google from 182 reviews. 172 of those are five-star, 2 are four-star and 8 are three stars or below.

The facts

Ages: From 5; groups for ages 5-7, 8-11 and 12-17 (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Prices: Introductory Dance Class: 45-minute private session, AED 180; regular class prices not published
Schedule: Kids class times not published - ask the provider; studio open 7 days a week (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Trial: 45-minute private Introductory Dance Class for AED 180; kids page also mentions a free group class (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Where: Studio 1204, HDS Tower, 12th floor, Cluster F, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
How to book: dancestudiosdubai.com/contacts · +971 4 457 9228 · +971 58 527 8700 · wa.me/971585278700 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon–Fri1pm–10pm
Sat–Sun10am–7pm

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Studio 1204, HDS Tower, 12th floor, Cluster F, Jumeirah Lakes Towers; RTA parking nearby (dancestudiosdubai.com)
No partner needed; tell the instructor if your child prefers not to rotate partners in group classes (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Registered students can use the studio for extra practice outside class times (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Seasonal packages and offers for Emirates Platinum Card holders - ask the studio for current deals (dancestudiosdubai.com)
Wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance; credit cards and NFC mobile payments accepted (Google listing)