Business Details
25 Years
experience
Professional Dance Classes for All Ages in Cardigan
Established in 2001, Dreams Dance School has grown from its origins in Cardiganshire Bay to serve Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and Pembrokeshire. Recognised as a Registered International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA) School and an Associate of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), we combine rigorous training with a joyful approach to dance education. Our curriculum spans Modern Jazz, Classical Ballet, Tap, Street, and Freestyle, alongside fitness classes that integrate aerobic and strength-training elements. Led by Principal Victoria Ravenscroft Thomas, a classically trained instructor with over two decades of experience, we cater to students aged 18 months to 80+ years.Our focus on individual potential has produced consistently outstanding exam results, with opportunities for performance in annual shows and local festivals. Victoria's qualifications include IDTA Modern Jazz and RAD Classical Ballet, alongside Level 4 BACPR Cardiac Specialism, ensuring expertise across dance and holistic wellness. Collaborations with schools and appearances on Welsh-language media platforms like S4C reflect our community engagement and cultural commitment. With over 200 pupils, we maintain a reputation for energetic, inclusive teaching that balances technical precision with creative expression.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Jazz
Street Dance
Adult Ballet
DDMIX Fitness
Wedding Dance
Fitness Classes
Dance Parties
Movement To Music
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We combine RAD/IDTA certifications with Level 4 cardiac fitness expertise for holistic training
- Our 200+ students benefit from proven exam success across multiple dance disciplines
- Specialised classes tailored for age groups spanning 18 months to 80+ years
- Voted top dance school for community engagement through school partnerships
- Unique DDMIX programme blends dance fitness with cognitive stimulation techniques
Associations and certifications
- International Dance Teachers Association
- Royal Academy of Dance
Services
Ballet
Our Ballet classes develop posture, balance, and technical precision from age 2.5 upwards. Following Royal Academy of Dance syllabi, we prepare students for graded examinations while maintaining accessibility for beginners. Adult Ballet classes maintain classical technique for lifelong learners.
Tap
Tap instruction focuses on musicality and coordination from age 3. Progressing from basic steps to complex sequences, our programme builds rhythm awareness. Adult classes combine technical development with performance elements for all skill levels.
DDMIX Fitness
Darcey Bussell's DDMIX programme combines dance styles into a calorie-burning workout. No experience required - sessions use 2.5-minute sequences that build strength, flexibility, and cognitive engagement through varied choreography.
Fitness Classes
Specialist fitness sessions integrate aerobic steps with dance techniques. Movement to Music classes adapt exercises for seated or standing participation, particularly beneficial for older adults focusing on posture and balance maintenance.
Wedding Dance
Custom wedding dance tuition tailored to couples' schedules. Our 1-1 lessons accommodate any dance style or music choice, with no prior experience required. Sessions may include choreography for special performance elements at weddings.
People
Victoria Ravenscroft Thomas
Principal Dance Teacher
Qualified IDTA Modern Jazz and RAD Ballet instructor with Level 4 BACPR Cardiac Specialism. Trained at Kingston University, now teaching 200+ students aged 18 months to 80. Featured on S4C for Welsh-medium dance instruction.
Questions
Do you offer classes for adult beginners?
Yes, our Adult Ballet and Tap classes welcome complete beginners with no prior experience required.
Are graded examinations available?
We prepare students for Royal Academy of Dance and IDTA examinations from age 6 upwards.
Can older adults participate in classes?
Movement to Music sessions accommodate ages 50+ with adaptable seated or standing exercises.
Do you teach wedding dance routines?
Private wedding dance tuition is available at flexible times to suit couples.