How to Choose the Right Dance Style as an Adult Beginner

Have you always wanted to dance but weren’t sure where to begin? Let us reassure you that it’s never too late to start, and joining an adult beginner dance class is often much less intimidating than you might imagine. In this blog, we will help you explore your options and find the ideal dance style for you. Every dancer has to take those first steps into the studio, and we’d love to help you take yours and begin your dance journey with confidence.

Important factors to consider

​The dance world can seem big and confusing at first, with a huge variety of styles to pick from as a beginner dancer. Here are a few points to consider before going to your first adult dance class;

• Music: choosing a dance style that matches your music preferences can make classes more enjoyable. Whether you enjoy classical music, pop songs, or even Latin rhythms, there is a style of dance for every taste.
• Your energy level: Some styles use faster-paced movement that requires high energy levels, whereas others are slower and calmer. Considering your energy levels and how you like to move, it is important to find a suitable style.
• Benefits: Whether you are hoping to improve fitness, learn new techniques, or meet new people, choosing the right style to achieve your goals is very important.

Ballet: grace and technique

Ballet is considered the foundation of dance; it teaches the technique required for many other styles. Beginner dance classes are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all ages and experience levels. Ballet is a gentler style that helps you improve your flexibility, balance, and posture while experiencing the joy of movement to classical music. There are a lot of studios now offering adult ballet dance classes.

Tap: rhythm and energy

For the music lovers who enjoy keeping time with the beat, tap : could be the perfect style for you. Tap is a more energetic dance style where dancers use specialised ‘tap shoes’ to make sounds with their feet. Tap can be a great option for beginner dance, as it helps develop coordination, timing, fitness as well as simply being a lot of fun!

Jazz: style and expression

Jazz is a lively dance style that uses energetic movement to convey expression. It combines technique, flexibility, and coordination through dynamic choreography, often to upbeat music. Beginner dance jazz classes are a fantastic place to develop your confidence and develop self-expression through movement.

Ballroom & Latin : partnership and connection

If you would prefer the social connection and confidence that dancing with a partner can bring, Ballroom and Latin beginner dance classes could be a great option. Dances can range from the graceful Waltz to the lively Jive or even rhythmic Salsa; there is something for everyone! Ballroom and Latin adult dance classes are often a social setting, so they provide the opportunity to meet new people and develop social connections whilst having fun on the dance floor.

Commercial Heels: Fun and Empowering

Commercial heels beginner dance classes have surged in popularity in recent years. These dance classes combine the technique of dancing in heels with the popular commercial dance style, often to trending chart hits. With a strong focus on performance and self-expression, these dance classes provide the perfect environment to build confidence through dance.​

We hope we’ve made choosing a dance style for your first adult dance class a little easier and helped you feel more confident about starting your dance journey. Remember, there is no ‘perfect’ dance style, only one that feels right for you. Good luck!

The Move Dance Team