What ages can join VR Dance World's kids' classes?

The studio says it welcomes kids from age 3. Its named groups are Little Stars (ages 4-6) and Rising Stars (ages 7-10), so ask which group suits a younger child.

Which dance styles do children learn?

The kids' page lists salsa, bachata, cha-cha-cha, jive and rumba on the UK ISTD syllabus. Ask which styles your child's group covers.

Can my child try a class first?

Yes - the studio offers trial sessions for children. The trial price isn't published, so ask the provider.

How much do kids' classes cost and when are they?

Prices and class times aren't published on the site - ask the provider. Little Stars meets twice a week.

Where are the kids' classes?

The site's FAQ says kids' classes run in JLT, Business Bay and The Greens. Its contact page lists studios at The Greens and Business Bay. Ask which location runs your child's group.

Call or WhatsApp +971 55 302 1251, email vrdanceworld@gmail.com, or use the form on the kids' programme page.

VR Dance World- Dance with Shan & Raaj

Dance

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The Greens

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Ages3+years and up
Where2 branchesThe Greens, Business BaySee on the map
Not publishedAskPrices and times

VR Dance World is a Latin and ballroom dance studio founded by dancers Shan & Raaj, with studios at The Greens and Business Bay; its site also mentions JLT and Downtown Dubai. Its FAQ says kids' classes run in JLT, Business Bay and The Greens. The studio says it welcomes children from age 3, and its kids' programme has two named groups: Little Stars for ages 4-6, a beginner group focused on coordination and basic movement skills that meets twice a week, and Rising Stars for ages 7-10, which adds more refined technique, teamwork and stage presence. The kids' page lists salsa, bachata, cha-cha-cha, jive and rumba, and the studio says it follows the UK ISTD syllabus. Private one-to-one sessions are offered for children who want performance prep, targeted skill-building or a gentler start if they are shy. Children can progress to stage performances, social showcases and, optionally, beginner competitions. Shan & Raaj describe over a decade of international Latin ballroom experience as WDSF/WDC competitors and coaches. Class times are not published, so ask which location runs your child's group.

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The activity

Dance, explained

Latin and ballroom dance for children teaches partner-dance basics, timing and posture through styles such as salsa, cha cha and jive. Kids learn step patterns to music, then link them into short routines, which builds rhythm, coordination, balance and confidence. Many programmes follow a graded syllabus, so children move up through levels and can later take part in showcases or entry-level competitions if they want to. Classes for younger children are usually playful and focus on movement skills first, with more technique added as they grow. Starting ages vary by studio.

Who it's for

Children from age 3, according to the studio's kids' FAQ, with two named groups: Little Stars (ages 4-6, beginners) and Rising Stars (ages 7-10). The same page also says kids can start at 4-5, so ask which group suits a 3-year-old. Private one-to-one sessions suit performance prep or shy beginners. Gender split and special-needs support aren't stated - ask the provider.

What to expect

The studio offers trial sessions so parents can see its teaching method, how comfortable their child is and how progress is structured. Little Stars classes are playful and build coordination and basic movement; Rising Stars add technique, teamwork and stage presence. For kit, the studio's FAQ suggests comfortable clothing and shoes with smooth soles, and avoiding heavy sports shoes that stick to the floor. Trial prices, class length, group sizes and exact class times aren't published, so message the studio before your first visit - ask the provider.

Highlights

Kids welcomed from age 3; groups Little Stars (4-6) and Rising Stars (7-10) (vrdanceworld.com)
Follows the UK ISTD syllabus, according to the studio (vrdanceworld.com)
Kids' page lists salsa, bachata, cha-cha-cha, jive and rumba (vrdanceworld.com)
Trial sessions, plus private one-to-one sessions for performance prep or shy beginners (vrdanceworld.com)
Stage performances, social showcases and optional beginner competitions (vrdanceworld.com)
The Greens studio: 5.0 on Google from 53 reviews, all five-star (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

On Google, the Greens studio is rated 5.0 from 53 reviews, and every one of them is five-star.

The facts

Ages: From age 3
Little Stars: 4-6
Rising Stars: 7-10
Prices: Ask the provider
Schedule: Little Stars: twice a week; times not published - ask the provider
Trial: Trial sessions offered; price not published - ask the provider
Where: The Greens, Dubai
How to book: vrdanceworld.com/kids-programs · +971 55 302 1251 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Every day9am–10pm

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Hours are from the Google listing and are not class times (Google listing)
Studio listed on the contact page; the site gives no street address (vrdanceworld.com)
Wear comfortable clothing and smooth-soled shoes; avoid heavy sports shoes that stick to the floor (vrdanceworld.com)
The studio's FAQ says there is on-site and nearby parking, with location and access details sent on registration or enquiry (vrdanceworld.com)
The site's FAQ lists kids' classes in JLT, Business Bay and The Greens - ask which location runs your child's group (vrdanceworld.com)
The phone number and email on the site are for the studio as a whole, not one location (vrdanceworld.com)
The Greens studio identifies as women-owned (Google listing)