Dance Schools
in Scotland
Scotland's dance scene is centred on Glasgow and Edinburgh but stretches into Aberdeen, Dundee and the Highlands. Highland dancing, contemporary, ballet and hip-hop all flourish here.
712 schools in Scotland
6.1.0 Dance Academy
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
AJ Dance Centre
16+ · Adult ···
ASDC - Ashleigh's School of Dance and Cheer
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Aberdeen Academy of Dance
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Aberdeen Academy of Performing Arts
16+ · Adult ···
Aberdeen Cheer & Dance Company
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Aberdeen Kilt Kickers Square Dance Club
Adult · Senior (60+)
Abernethy Scottish Country Dance Club
16+ · Adult ···
Abhinaya Dance Academy
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Abhinaya Dance Academy (Blantyre)
16+ · Adult ···
Abhinaya Dance Academy (East Kilbride)
16+ · Adult ···
Academy Street Dance Studio
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Academy of Expressive Arts
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Act Sing Dance Schools
16+ · Primary (5-11) ···
Active Dundee Dance Programme (Urban Moves)
16+ · Adult ···
Adagio Ballet School
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Aerobics with Soul – Glasgow
Adult
African Dance Association Glasgow
Adult
Afristyle Dance Club
16+ · Secondary (11-16)
Aileen Robertson School of Highland Dance
16+ · Adult ···
Ailsa May Dance
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Aine Hay Academy of Irish Dance
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Alba School of Dance
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
All4Kids UK (Coatbridge)
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Allana Brown School of Highland Dancing
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Alloa Ballet Company
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Alloway Performing Arts
16+ · Adult ···
Allstar Cheer & Dance Academy
16+ · Adult ···
Allégro Dance Academy
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Alpha Dance Academy
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Angela Watson School of Dance
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Angus Centre for Performing Arts
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Angus Kilties School of Highland Dancing
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Ann Drummond Dance Academy
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Anne Buchan School of Dance
Adult · Primary (5-11) ···
Anne McIlroy School of Dance
Primary (5-11) · Secondary (11-16)
Apna Punjabi Virsa (APV) Bhangra
Adult
Ardgay Scottish Country Dance Class
16+ · Adult ···
Argyll Dance Company
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11) ···
Argyll Dance Tuition
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Art of Motion International Dance Laboratory
16+ · Adult ···
Ascend Dance Academy
Adult · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Ashlyn-Ward School of Irish Dance
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
At Dance Scotland (Bonnyrigg)
Pre-School (3-5) · Primary (5-11)
Attitude Dance Group
16+ · Pre-School (3-5) ···
Auchterarder Adult Education Association - Scottish Country Dancing
Adult
Audrey's Side-Steppers
Adult · Senior (60+)
Aurora Dancer
16+ · Adult
Ave Johnston Zumba
Adult
Ayawara West African Dance and Percussion Ensemble
Adult
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Frequently asked questions
How many dance schools are in Scotland?
There are 712 verified dance schools listed in Scotland 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 Scotland?
Schools in Scotland offer Ballet (Classical), Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, Contemporary and more. Many studios cater for all ages, from toddlers to adults.
How do I find children's dance classes in Scotland?
Use the age group filter on the BDSA National Dance Safe Register to find schools in Scotland 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 Scotland?
Yes — many schools in Scotland run beginner-friendly adult classes. Salsa, heels, contemporary and ballroom are particularly popular with adult beginners.