VLD Dance Academy
VIVA Le Dance
VLD Dance Academy – VIVA Le Dance
At VLD Dance Academy, all our classes are led by qualified, experienced, and passionate teachers who are dedicated to helping dancers reach their full potential—all while having loads of fun!
Become part of our dance family and enjoy the chance to make new friends, build confidence, and develop social skills. Whether you’re dancing just for fun or looking to take things to the next level, we’ve got you covered. Ready for more? Take the leap and audition for one of our exciting Competition Teams!
IDTA Examinations
Each year, all VIVA Le Dance students are invited to take part in IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association) examinations in their chosen dance styles.
An official examiner visits our studio every autumn to assess students in a supportive and encouraging environment.
While participation is completely optional and has no impact on a student’s ability to progress alongside their peers, many find that IDTA exams are a great way to boost confidence and celebrate personal achievement.
We finish the exam season in style with a red-carpet awards ceremony and celebration evening—a night to remember for all!
Shows & Performances
Love to Perform?
Our Musical Theatre Performers Classes Are Made for You!
If you have a passion for performing, our Musical Theatre Performers classes are the perfect fit! At VIVA Le Dance, we love bringing stories to life on stage, giving every dancer the chance to shine.
Our recent productions include Welcome to Wonderland, Once Upon a Time, and—coming soon—WONKA!
Beyond our musical theatre shows, we often unite dancers from across all our class groups for full-school performances, creating unforgettable experiences for everyone involved.
We’ve even taken our talent all the way to the West End stage in London—and we’re always dreaming up exciting new opportunities for our dancers to grow, perform, and shine.
Workshops & Dance Camps
At VLD, we simply love to dance—and school holidays are the perfect time to keep the momentum going!
We regularly host professional workshops for our competition dancers, offering focused training to sharpen skills and enhance performance. We also run fun-filled dance camps open to all, where dancers can learn a variety of exciting routines and styles in a relaxed, engaging setting.
Whether you’re training to compete or just want to dance for the joy of it, our workshops and camps are the perfect way to stay active, inspired, and connected during the holidays!
Competition Teams
At VLD, we’re proud to have two dedicated competition teams: our Ballroom & Latin Squad and our Freestyle Team.
We train dancers of all levels—from complete beginners to championship-level competitors—and regularly attend some of the most prestigious events on the competition calendar. Our teams range in age from just 4 years old up to U21, creating a supportive, family-like atmosphere where everyone grows together.
There’s something truly special about coming together as a team on competition day—the energy, the excitement, and the shared passion for dance.
We’re incredibly proud to currently hold the IDTA Nationwide Freestyle Star Dance Champion title—our second time achieving this incredible honor!
We’ve also had Worlds ADFP Freestyle Finalists for three consecutive years. Our track record speaks for itself, and we’re just getting started
Our Mission Statement
"Dance should be made accessible for all to enjoy."
At VLD, we are proud to be an inclusive dance academy where every student is welcome, and every opportunity is open to all—with nothing ever being compulsory.
Our mission is to nurture each dancer’s unique journey, encouraging growth, building confidence, and inspiring self-belief. We strive to create a supportive and joyful environment where lifelong memories are made and the love of dance is shared every step of the way.
Ballroom & Latin
At VLD, we welcome dancers from age 2 through to adults, offering expert training in Ballroom and Latin dance.
Our classes follow the internationally recognized IDTA syllabus, helping students build strong technique and style across all 10 core dances—and even more rhythms! From the elegance of the Waltz to the flair of the Cha Cha Cha, we've got you covered in true Strictly style.
We offer both group classes and private 1-to-1 tuition from age 3 and up. Our dancers have the opportunity to take part in twice-yearly IDTA exam sessions, perform in exciting cabarets, and for those who love to compete—we run a highly successful competition team!
Ballroom and Latin dance not only develop technical skill and performance quality, but also boost confidence, self-discipline, and mind-body coordination, all of which contribute to a lasting sense of well-being.
Our structured approach includes:
Rosette Awards (ages 3–8)
Star Dance Awards (ages 6–10)
Introductory 1 Dance Awards and up (ages 11+)
Leading onto; Bronze, Silver, Gold, and beyond.
At VLD, we believe Ballroom and Latin dancing is for everyone—no matter your age or ability. Come join the fun and feel the rhythm!
Freestyle Disco
Lyrical Slow Dance
Freestyle Disco is a high-energy, vibrant dance style rooted in Jazz, designed to be bold, expressive, and fast-paced.
It features dynamic movements like jumps, kicks, spins, and turns—paired with strong arm, head, and hand positions. We also incorporate elements of acro and gymnastics, with a focus on flexibility as part of our training.
Freestyle gives dancers the freedom to express themselves to upbeat, modern music—and the style continues to evolve, staying in step with the latest trends and sounds.
Lyrical Slow, by contrast, blends styles such as Ballet, Jazz, and Latin to create smooth, flowing movement that tells a story through dance. Expression and emotion are key, allowing each dancer to connect with the music and their audience. Like Freestyle, Lyrical includes technical elements such as leaps, jumps, turns, and acro work, all supported by flexibility training.
We offer both group classes and private 1-to-1 tuition.
Our dedicated competition teams regularly travel to perform at events both locally and internationally, competing in National and International championships.
We train dancers of all ages and levels—from complete beginners to Championship level performers.
Musical Theatre
Showcase Performers
🎭 Love to sing? Love to dance? Love to perform?
Then you’re going to LOVE Musical Theatre at VLD!
Our Musical Theatre classes explore all three key elements—
singing, dancing, and acting— with a strong focus on Musical Theatre Dance and Characterisation.
We build core performance skills through fun, interactive exercises and games, then bring them to life using songs and scenes from your favourite West End musicals!
🌟 Why take Musical Theatre?
Musical Theatre is more than just fun—it’s a fantastic way to:
Build confidence and stage presence, Improve vocal projection, movement coordination, and expressive storytelling
Our Musical Theatre encourages teamwork and creativity to enhance memory, focus, and communication skills
Prepare for auditions, performances, or just enjoy the thrill of performing!
✨ We’re currently working towards our exciting summer production:
“WONKA!”
At VLD, we were born to perform—and we’re here to help you shine!
ACROTRIX
STRETCH & FLEX
Flexibility & ACRO Dance Skills
Essential for today’s dancers!
Whether you're looking to enhance your current dance style or focus on acro as your specialty, our Flexibility & Acro Dance classes are designed to help you grow in a safe, supportive, and structured environment—led by qualified AcroTrix-certified teachers.
What to Expect:
Build strength, flexibility, and endurance
Learn impressive skills from leg splits to aerials
Suitable for all levels—from beginner to advanced
Progress through our 8-level syllabus to track your development
We love to celebrate every milestone with you.
This class takes hard work and dedication, but with the right training, technique, and encouragement, you'll be amazed at what you can achieve!
VIVA BAMBINO
VIVA's very own Mini Movers Class
Join Our "TUTU CREW" Today!
VIVA BAMBINO - Mini Movers
The Perfect Introduction to the World of Dance!
At VIVA Le Dance, our Mini Movers classes are specially designed for little ones to take their very first steps into the magical world of dance!
Through a mix of styles and fun rhythms, we focus on building:
Musicality
Coordination
Confidence
It’s also a wonderful way for children to develop social skills and make new friends—all in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment.
Many of our Mini Mover graduates go on to join our mainstream dance classes, and we’re so proud to say we currently have 12 former Mini Movers still dancing with us—several of whom are now part of our competition teams and have recently passed their very first IDTA exams!
If you're looking for a joyful and encouraging space for your child to explore dance—Mini Movers is the perfect place to start!