13 Best dance studios and classes in Singapore [2022] 

How music gives comfort to our heart just like that dance is the way of expressing our creativity and improving well-being. The dance was founded around 30,000 years ago. Nowadays the definition of dance has changed and so many different dance forms came into the action such as Hip Hop, Modern Dance, Tap Dance, Contemporary, Ballroom, Ballet, Irish Dance, Folk Dance & many more are there. Do you want to train yourself in your favorite dance forms? If yes then check out the top list of dance studios in Singapore that will take out your dance talent!

1. Kavanagh Dance

Kavanagh Dance is one of the well-established dance studios in Singapore. Founded in 1972, Kavanagh believes that dance is an art of expression, education, encouragement & enjoyment. They offer dance syllabi from the world’s best dance society Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing (CSTD). Kavanagh offers different dance forms such as Ballet, Theatrical, Modern Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop.

Highlights:

• Tiny Tots Theatrical, Pre-classic Ballet, Classical Ballet & Modern Jazz are the classes offered by Kavanagh Dance.
• Kavanagh offers CSTD ballet exams to children of age above 6.
• Here people not only learn to dance with their feet but with the heart also.

2. The Ballet Academy

The Ballet Academy was established in 2015 and became the #1 ballet academy in Singapore. Accredited by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), The Ballet Academy offers a wide range of ballet classes such as RAD Graded Ballet, Ballet for Kids & Teens, Adult Ballet Class & Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT). One Step At A Time is one of the special programs of The Ballet Academy for specially-abled children.

Highlights:

• Offering external programmes to schools & clients such as Mulberry, Club Coco Nut, SCGS etc.
• Offers RAD grades for people of all ages & abilities.
• Featured in the top online magazines such as Three Best Rated & Tally Press.

3. BarreWorks Dance Studio

RAD (Royal Dance of Academy) certified dancing school, BarreWorks Dance Studio offers a wide range of dance classes. BarreWorks is one of the finest dance classes in Singapore that specializes in Classical Ballet. They not only offer the best ballet classes but also well-furnished with professional dance equipment such as Harlequin floors, input music systems & a dance mat. Learn the dance with different programs such as Baby Ballet, Classical Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz & Hip-Hop, and Elite program. You will not only learn to dance but to educate and to share with love & enjoyment.

Highlights:

• Featured in the top online magazines such as MediaOne & TallyPress
• Got the first place 3 times in “Get the Beat”, Bangkok
• Teachers & Instructors are registered under the Royal Dance of Academy

4. Bolly Dancing Studio

Founded in 2008, Bolly Dancing Studio is the fitness & international dance studio in Singapore. The motive behind bolly dancing studio is to introduce the most authentic & professional Bollywood dance in Singapore. Bolly Dancing Studio offers different dance genres such as Bbarreless, First Timers, Bolly Dancing Choreo, Bolly Dazz Fitness, Pound Fit, Zumba Fitness, Zumba Toning, Piloxing, Kpopx Fitness & many more. Bolly Dancing Studio welcomes people of all ages and professions.

Highlights:

• Some of the famous corporate clients are Facebook, VISA, ENSO Group, Fujitsu, LiveWell, etc.
• Featured by The Times of India, MediaOne, HealthyTimes, Pageadvisor, Tabla, AsiaOne & more.
• Offering $60 off on all classes

5. Shall We Dance

Want to learn dance from zero? Shall We Dance will help you in improving your dance skills and make them professional. Shall We Dance offers a wide range of dance teachers to individuals, groups, or any event to find the dancer in them. Dance classes are available in three categories i.e Latin Ballroom (Rumba, Samba), Standard Ballroom (Waltz, Tango), and Social Ballroom (Salsa, Bachata). Prepare your wedding dance with Shall We Dance now.

Highlights:

• Singapore Polytechnic, Pan Pacific & IHG are some of the famous partners & clients of Shall We Dance.
• Get the dance consultation for wedding dance at only $110 for 75 minutes.
• Sharing the language of dance with corporate workshops & shows

6. CHOWK

Founded in 2014 by Raka Maitra, CHOWK specializes in giving Odissi dance training. Odissi is one of the most famous and ancient dance forms from the eastern coastal state of India. CHOWK is offering different dance forms such as classical dance & contemporary dance. Mainly Odissi is available in three different levels i.e Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced for both adults & children. CHOWK is the only studio that has received the seed grant from National Arts Council (Singapore) in 2014-15.

Highlights:

• CHOWK has performed nationally & internationally on different stages i.e Les Hivernale (Winter Festival) in Avignon, Melkweg in Amsterdam, and Kennedy Centre in Washington DC
• The Blind Age, From Another Land, The Second Sunrise & The Hungry Stones are some of the productions accompanied internationally.
• Pallavi Through Abstractions was one of the first-ever digital performance of CHOWK

7. Caliente Dance Studio

If you are looking to learn Latin dance style then Caliente Dance Studio would be the best choice. Caliente offers different Latin dance styles like Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, and Kizomba. With these dance styles, you will not only become a trained dancer but also can improve your fitness, creativeness & reduce sociophobia, and increase self-confidence inside you. There are different packages available for dance classes i.e Trial, Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate, Lady Styling, Performance, Lady Styling & Private Class.

Highlights:

• Trial classes are available for beginner, intermediate & performance team levels.
• Group classes for Salsa and Bachata are available in Solo or Partner dance options
• You can start with the beginners class at $41.9 for 5 weeks

8. SLAP Dance Studio

SLAP is one of the top pole dancing studios in Singapore. You will not only generate dance skills but also build strength & flexibility. Offering the best dance classes in Singapore with well-trained instructors to take you from beginner to advance level. Dance training is available for a span of 8 weeks in different categories such as Pole Dance, Pole Tricks, Dance & FloorWork, Stretch & Condition, etc. Train your body to express your creativity with SLAP Dance Studio.

Highlights:

• 8-week price for classes costs around $267.50 for Pole, $235.40 for Floorwork & $192.60 for Conditioning
• Get 10% off on buying 2 courses at once.
• Get the 1-hr trial class at $12.84

9. STEP Studio

Till now over 2,500 dancers have successfully done training from STEP Studio. Founded in 2014 by Step & Deo, STEP Studio inspires dancers with the top experienced dance teachers & instructors. Dance courses are available in three courses such as Street Jazz, Hip Hop & Contemporary at the beginner, intermediate & advanced levels.

Highlights:

• Every course have a span of 8 weeks with beginner (costs $136), intermediate (costs $148) & advance (costs $160)
• Winner of HAYS Regional D&D Film and Dance 2014
• THE LION MEN and CHERYL are some of the famous projects.

10. EV Dance

Founded in 2009, EV Dance is one of the top dance academies in Singapore. EV Dance is providing training for small to large-scale projects to communities, artists & children. Offering different services such as Commercial services, Studio Rental, Kids Hip-Hop Programme, EV Apparel, Education Services & more. At EV Dance, all the programs & classes are approved by NAC-AEP.

Highlights:

• Book or schedule your dance class with the help of the Glofox app
• Instructors and teachers are fully trained and certified by the Ministry Of Education ERIS
• Winner of Dance Fiesta 2011

11. EN Motion Dance School

If you have a passion for dancing then EN Motion is there for you! Established in 2004 by Gary Foo, EN Motion Dance School is an award-winning dance school. EN Motion offers the best classes such as Merengue, Afro Cuban movement, Street Cha Cha, Reggaeton, New York Style Mambo, Bachata, and LA Salsa from the authorized dance syllabus.

Highlights:

• Won 9 x Asia Latin Champions
• Every course is divided into 4 sessions (total 6 hours)
• You can rent studio for event at only $40/hr for Studio A and $60/hr for Studio B

12. Dance At The Difference

Are you looking for a dance academy for your little kids? Dance At The Difference or DATD could be a great option for your little ones where kids will learn to dance and enjoy a lot of activities. Offering different forms of dance styles such as Ballet, Jazz, Tap & Hip-Hop for both children and adults. DATD is also offering in-person training options for dance competition preparation, marriage ceremony, or any other dance technique training. You can also organize a dance party for your office or home with the help of DATD.

Highlights:

• There are two dance studios that are available for rent i.e Pear Studio (which costs around $65/hr.) and Sapphire Studio (which costs around $35/hr.)
• Get the trial class now by filling online form through the official website of DATD. More than one trial class is chargeable.
• Special offer for new adult classes available i.e Trial class ($15/class) and Regular Class ($30/class)

13. Bellydance Extraordinaire

Established in 2009, Bellydance Extraordinaire (BE) is the largest professional oriental dance school in Singapore and the organizer of the World Belly Dance Festival. Classes are taught by world-championship instructors in English and Mandarin, a studio located at Bugis. Their genre:

• Authentic Bellydancing
• Burlesque
• Heels Dance
• Kpop/Hip-Hop
• K-Kardio Dance Fitness
• Yoga

Flexible training times and package rates @ $250/10hrs. Available in-studio and online. Contact them @ 91263420 for a trial and find out more.

BE has over 15 years of experience in promoting and teaching Oriental Dancing as an Art form and a wonderful way to improve self-confidence and fitness. The school has nurtured countless young talents and potential dancers. They were the first to feature belly dancing classes on MediaCorp Channel 8, and to introduce a musical Bellydance theatre show in Singapore. The school is much sought after for its dances and shows and is active in charity – having helped to raise over SGD 12 million for the less fortunate.

Dance is the key to reduce stress, tone your muscles, and improve your health. According to one research, dance prevents you from many injuries like Osteoporosis. The above list will help you in choosing the best dance academy for you!