Business Details
36 Years
experience
Premier Dance School in Huntingdon for All Ages
Generations Dance Academy was founded in 1990 by Principal Wendy Burke as the Wendy Burke School of Dance. In 2012, we relocated to a purpose-built facility in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, featuring three studios with sprung floors, air conditioning, and 700 square metres of space. Our rebranding reflects our legacy of teaching multiple generations, with former students now enrolling their own children. We offer over 50 weekly classes across ballet, tap, contemporary, acro, street dance, musical theatre, and circus skills, alongside unique SEN classes.Our team holds Enhanced DBS checks, first aid certifications, and affiliations with institutions like the Royal Academy of Dance and ISTD. We prioritise nurturing educators who share our values, creating a supportive environment where students develop technical skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of dance. Our facilities include a dance shop, caf, and micro-gym, cementing our position as Cambridgeshire's leading dance academy.
Services
Ballet
Tap
Street Dance
Circus Academy
SEN Stars
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 35 years of dance education expertise since 1990
- Three state-of-the-art studios with sprung floors and air conditioning
- Inclusive SEN dance classes for all abilities
- Teachers hold Enhanced DBS checks and institutional affiliations
- Multi-generational family-friendly learning environment
Associations and certifications
- Royal Academy of Dance (RAD)
- Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD)
What people say
Confidence have flourished
Welcoming environment
Expert tuition
Performance opportunities
Multi-generational family participation
Services
Ballet
Our ballet classes follow Royal Academy of Dance syllabi, developing posture, grace, and technical precision. Students progress through graded levels with performance opportunities. Expert tuition ensures proper technique while fostering artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Tap
Tap classes combine musicality with footwork, using purpose-built sprung floors to protect joints. Instructors focus on rhythm patterns and improvisation. Classes cater to recreational learners and competition teams, with annual showcase performances available.
Street Dance
Contemporary street dance tuition covers hip-hop, breakdancing, and commercial styles. Classes develop coordination, musicality, and choreography skills. Regular freestyle sessions encourage creativity, with options for both recreational and performance-focused students.
Circus Academy
Specialist circus training includes aerial silks, trapeze, and acrobatics. Certified instructors teach safety techniques and progressive moves. Classes accommodate beginners through advanced students, with performance opportunities in our annual showcase events.
SEN Stars
Specially adapted dance classes for children with special educational needs. Our DBS-checked instructors use sensory equipment and modified techniques. Sessions focus on motor skills, social interaction, and creative expression in a fully accessible environment.
People
Wendy Burke
Principal
Founder Wendy Burke established the school in 1990, teaching multiple generations of dancers. With over 30 years' experience, she leads our team in delivering expert tuition while maintaining our family-friendly ethos.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer classes for children aged 3-4 (Twinkle Stars) through adults, with specific programmes for ages 5-10, 11-18, and adult learners.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide a two-week trial period for new students to experience our classes before committing to regular attendance.
Are your instructors qualified?
All our teachers hold Enhanced DBS checks, first aid certifications, and affiliations with professional bodies like RAD and ISTD.
What facilities do you have?
Our Huntingdon facility includes three sprung-floor studios, a dance shop, café with viewing screens, and a micro-gym for student use.
Do you have special needs classes?
Yes, our SEN Stars programme provides adapted dance classes for children with special educational needs in an accessible environment.
Can dance lead to professional careers?
Our advanced students receive vocational training preparation, with expert guidance for those pursuing professional dance careers.
Reviews (2)
Clair Mary-Louise
Jul 21, 2021
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We came here on the off chance my daughter would like the idea of a pair of tap shoes and making so noise .. that was nearly 6 years ago. And my now nearly 10 year old has added SO many styles to her repertoire. She developed so many skills and made some life long friends (as have I) because of the welcoming peaceful atmosphere at Generations. 💗🧡💚
My daughter is becoming the amazing dancer she is, thanks to the dedication of ALL the teachers really putting time in and helpingevery student that walks through the door not just mine. We genuinely love it here so much we are
My daughter is becoming the amazing dancer she is, thanks to the dedication of ALL the teachers really putting time in and helpingevery student that walks through the door not just mine. We genuinely love it here so much we are
Craig Robinson
Aug 25, 2018
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A really friendly dance studio with great teachers, talented kids and supportive parents. We spend loads of time here and it feels like a hone from home.
