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Book a trial or class

New to The Dance Connection? Start with the £15 two-week trial and find the right fit. Already know which class you want? Book online in a few minutes.

Unlimited classes for two weeks. No commitment to continue.

Children enjoying a class at The Dance Connection

£15 · two weeks · unlimited classes

Best for new families

Try Unlimited Classes for Two Weeks – £15

Available in selected classes, subject to availability.

  • Unlimited classes for two weeks
  • See if the class and teacher feel right
  • No long-term commitment to start
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Not sure yet?

We'll help you choose

Tell us your child's age, interests and preferred location. We'll recommend the best starting class within 48 hours on weekdays.

  1. Step 1

    Pick a starting point

    Book the £15 trial online, or ask us for class advice if you're not sure what fits yet.

  2. Step 2

    Come along and try

    Meet the teachers, join the class, and see how your child settles over two weeks.

  3. Step 3

    Stay if it feels right

    When you're happy, enrol properly and join the studio community for the term ahead.

Not sure which class?

Answer a few quick questions and we'll recommend the best starting point. No pressure to enrol.

Step 1 of 2 · About your child

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Age range
Preferred location
What are they interested in?

Accredited pathways

  • Royal Academy of Dance registered teacher
  • ISTD registered member
  • IDTA registered teacher
  • Acrobatic Arts

RAD Ballet · ISTD & IDTA Tap and Modern · Acrobatic Arts

Inside the studio

See what your child's first classes feel like

Warm-ups, barre work, friendships and stage moments from real classes across Stirling and Callander.

Ballet class for children
Children dancing together
Barre work in the studio
Boy dancer in class
Young ballet dancer
Exam and performance preparation
Young performer in costume
The Dance Connection studio

Why families choose us

What your child gets here

More than a weekly class: a supportive place to learn, belong and grow.

Teachers who bring out the best

Motivating, nurturing staff who make every child feel safe to try, practise and improve.

A family atmosphere

A warm studio community where children make friends and parents feel welcome from day one.

Clear pathways for every child

Ballet, tap, modern, acro, commercial, lyrical, drama and singing, packaged simply by age and stage.

Real stage and exam opportunities

Annual shows, theatre recitals and recognised exam pathways when your child is ready.

Family stories

Parents who stayed for years

Real families, long-term journeys: from tiny tots to confident teenagers.

My daughter started dancing at this incredibly nurturing dance school when she was three years old and continues her journey ten years later. She loves the variety of classes offered, the many dance styles and incredibly supportive teaching staff who provide the best opportunity to learn. She has made lifelong friendships thanks to Carla and her team at The Dance Connection. She is encouraged to do her best and is supported every step of the way, from learning to skip through to practising her pointe work. The encouragement has always been there. Thank you for developing her talent and love of dance. We couldn't recommend this wonderful dance school highly enough.

Jacqueline Sutherland

Age three to pointe

10 years

Good to know

Before you book

Common questions about trials, fees, uniform and what to expect.

Ready to give it a go?

Two weeks of unlimited classes for £15. If it is not the right fit, there is no pressure to continue.