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Dance Classes

The ultimate form of expression. We host dance classes for children & adults of all ages. Regardless of your ability or your taste in music there’s a home for you here at Straight Up Dance.

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Musical Theatre

Become larger than life. From training in dancing, singing, & acting. Children & adults alike can join our in-house productions of contemporary musicals or just join in the fun.

Online School

Perform in private. Our online dance lessons are perfect for all abilities. Available for rent now.

Online Dance School Lessons

What Makes Straight Up Dance Special?

We’re much more than your weekend dance school. We’re a fully fledged performing arts
centre with graded syllabuses and real opportunities in the professional world.

We’re much more than your weekend dance school. We’re a fully fledged performing arts centre with graded syllabuses and real opportunities in the professional world.

Teachers With Prestige

Our teachers are all dedicated professionals having studied at prestigious schools such as Italia Conti Academy, Millennium & Debbie Reynolds in Los Angeles, Broadway Dance Centre in NYC, and London's Pineapple & Studio 68.

Accessible, Inclusive Classes

Our classes are open to all ages and abilities. No matter your skill level there’s a place for you here at Straight Up Dance.

A Real Path To Success

For those that want to go beyond keeping fit & having fun, our deep industry connections give you a chance to really push yourself in a professional setting.

Rated 5 Stars On Google

Our students love us. You will too.

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Are You Our Next Star?

Straight Up Dance has become an industry-recognised hotbed for talented performers.

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Ellie goldstein

Ellie Goldstein

Ellie Goldstein

Our very own Ellie Goldstein made history as the first model with Down Syndrome to feature in major campaigns for brands such as Gucci Beauty and Adidas.

Ellie was also the first model with Down Syndrome to be featured on the cover of British Vogue, and she has graced the covers of magazines like Glamour, Elle, Mission, and Euphoria. In 2022, both Ellie and our Principal and Founder, Rebecca Barnard, were featured in a global flagship advert for Adidas, which aired during the halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl.

Dance Superstar
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Jaydon Eastman

Jaydon Eastman

Jaydon Eastman

Jaydon Eastman has gone from strength to strength. Since starting with us he’s now performing all over the west end, having starred as Young Simba in The Lion King, Bruce in Matilda The Musical, and Little Michael in MJ The Musical UK.

Theatre superstar
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Lola Green

Lola Green

Lola Green

The lovely Lola Green. A vibrant, talented young girl who has turned her start here at Straight Up Dance into a promising career on the stage. Performing on the west end in Joseph The Musical and as Understudy Annie in Annie The Musical.

Lola Green Musical Theatre Star

Meet Beca

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Rebecca Barnard, Founder of Straight Up Dance, has been dancing and performing since the age of 3. Her raw talent & dedication earnt her scholarships and opportunities at prestigious dance schools all over the world. Training under some of the greatest choreographers the modern dance world has ever seen.

She’s the driving force behind Straight Up Dance & beloved by all her students and peers.

Our Students In Action

There’s countless opportunities available at Straight Up Dance. From casual keep fit vibes to
performing on camera or the big stage. There’s truly something for everyone.

There’s countless opportunities available at Straight Up Dance. From casual keep fit vibes to performing on camera or the big stage. There’s truly something for everyone.

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