About us

At Stamford Dance Academy, we believe dance should be fun, confidence-building, and supportive for every child. Our friendly and caring environment encourages students aged 2½ to 18 to express themselves, make lasting friendships, and grow in confidence through every step they take. We offer classes in Ballet, Tap, Contemporary Modern Jazz and Acrobatics.

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where it all began

It all started in 2007 with Miss Charlotte, a big dream, and just six pupils in her very first class. She wanted to create more than just a dance school, she dreamed of a place where children could make new friends, grow in confidence, and feel proud of themselves.

Fast forward to today, and we’re bursting with energy every week, running classes all day on Saturdays and evenings during the week!

From tiny twirls to high kicks and flips, we teach Ballet, Tap, Modern, and Acrobatics in a fun, friendly, and supportive environment. Whether you’re dancing for fun or dreaming of the stage, there’s a place for everyone here!

our journey

We’re thrilled to share that alongside Miss Charlotte, we now have Miss Lottie joining us to teach classes at SDA! Together, we continue working towards dance examinations and proudly showcase our students’ talents at our biannual theatre performances and regular appearances at local events.

But it’s not just about the dance lessons, it’s also about building friendships, growing in confidence, and creating lasting memories.

Each year brings new opportunities, fresh energy, and exciting developments, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for SDA!

Our Values

ENCOURAGE, NURTURE , MOTIVATE, FRIENDSHIP

At Stamford Dance Academy, every class is built on encouragement, support, and fun. We’re here to cheer our dancers on, help them grow in confidence, and make sure they leave each class feeling proud. More than just a place to dance, we’re a friendly, caring community where every child feels safe, valued, and free to shine.

🌟ENCOURAGE

At Stamford Dance Academy, encouragement is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in lifting each dancer up, celebrating effort, progress, and potential. Whether it’s mastering a new step or simply showing up with a smile, we’re here to cheer them on every step of the way.

💕 NURTURE

We create a warm, supportive environment where every child feels safe to grow. Through patient guidance and kind teaching, we nurture not just dancers, but confident, creative individuals. Every child is seen, valued, and given space to blossom at their own pace.

✨MOTIVATE

We inspire our dancers to believe in themselves and push beyond what they thought possible. Through exciting classes, goal-setting, and positive feedback, we help them stay engaged, energised, and proud of their achievements — big and small.

✨ FRIENDSHIP

Our dance school is more than just a place to learn — it’s a place to belong. Many lifelong friendships begin here, built on shared laughter, teamwork, and support. We foster a kind and inclusive community where everyone feels welcome.

meet the team!

CHARLOTTE ROWELL F.I.D.T.A

PRINCIPAL

With 30+ years of teaching and choreography, Charlotte is always ready to greet pupils with a smile and make every class fun and engaging.

lottie street

COMING SOON!

"miss Charlotte has really built her confidence"

My daughter started this dance school as soon as she turned 2, she is now 14 and still enjoys her classes,she has such a passion for her dance. Miss Charlotte has been amazing with her and built her confidence up, for such a quiet girl it's amazing watching her get on the stage in the theatre to do the shows they put on for us all, we highly recommend this dance school

Faq's

Can my child try a class before enrolling?

Absolutely! We offer two week trials, just click on book a class and you will be given the option to book a trial

What should my child wear to class?

We do have uniform but to start with comfy clothes, bare feet for Ballet and Modern, outdoor shoes for tap! (we do have a spares box that may have a pair of tap shoes to fit!).