Dance Schools
in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland — and Belfast in particular — has a growing, confident dance scene spanning Irish dance, contemporary, ballet and urban styles.
238 schools in Northern Ireland
Academy Dance Studio
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Active Dansa
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Aine McGirr School of Irish Dancing
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Ajendance NI
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Allstars Dance & Cheer Academy (All Stars NI)
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Amber Gordon School of Dance
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Anne Reid Irish Dance / Reel-Style
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Antrim Coast Dance Academy
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Arcadia Portrush
Adult
BSPA Ballymena (Belfast School of Performing Arts)
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
BSPA Bangor
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
BSPA Lisburn
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Bailie School of Irish Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Ballymena Dance Academy
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Ballynafeigh CDA Bachata Dance Class
Adult
Ballynafeigh School of Irish Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Bangor School of Irish Dancing
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Barre-2-Sole Dance & Performing Arts Academy
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Be Unique Drama and Dance School
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Belfast School of Performing Arts (BSPA)
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Belfast u3a Line Dancing
Adult · Senior (60+)
BelfastTrad
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Belvoir Theatre Academy
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Bentra School of Irish Dancing
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Brazier School of Irish Dance (Glenavy)
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Cairnshill School of Irish Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Caroline Creggan Dance School
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Caroline Robinson School of Ballet
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Caroline Robinson School of Ballet (Portadown)
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Carroll School of Irish Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Carroll School of Irish Dancing (Blackwatertown)
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Carryduff School of Dance
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Carson Academy of Irish Dance (Dungannon)
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Carson-Kennedy Academy of Irish Dance
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Celtic Addiction Irish Dance
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Ceroc Ignite Ballyclare
Adult
Chinese Welfare Association NI (Dance Groups)
Adult · Senior (60+)
City Dance Derry
16+ · Adult ···
Claire McDowell School of Irish Dancing
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Clarke School of Irish Dance
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Clarkes Dance Studios
16+ · Adult
Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Baile na gCailleach
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Convery School of Irish Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Conwell Dance
Adult · Senior (60+)
Crescent Arts Centre (Dance Programme)
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
DANSA - The Studio Belfast
16+ · Adult ···
DU Dance (NI) Dungannon
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Dance Addiction Studios
Adult
Dance Associate
16+ · Adult ···
Dance Fitness by Simy
Adult
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Frequently asked questions
How many dance schools are in Northern Ireland?
There are 238 verified dance schools listed in Northern Ireland on the BDSA National Dance Safe Register. We check every studio before publishing to ensure accurate contact details and class information.
What dance styles are available in Northern Ireland?
Schools in Northern Ireland offer Irish Dance, Ballet (Classical), Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Hip-Hop, Tap and more. Many studios cater for all ages, from toddlers to adults.
How do I find children's dance classes in Northern Ireland?
Use the age group filter on the BDSA National Dance Safe Register to find schools in Northern Ireland that offer children's classes. Most studios start from age 3 (pre-school) and run through to teens.
Are there beginner adult dance classes in Northern Ireland?
Yes — many schools in Northern Ireland run beginner-friendly adult classes. Salsa, heels, contemporary and ballroom are particularly popular with adult beginners.