Dance Classes in New Milton

In September 2020, Zest Dance New Milton was launched, offering professional dance lessons to toddlers, children and adults in the heart of the South Coast. We have a wide range of dance classes for all the family to try throughout the week.

We believe in creating a safe and nurturing space for students to achieve their goals. We aim to teach more than just dance by instilling skills and making memories that will last a lifetime. Our students are always in the forefront of everything we do and we believe in celebrating all their individual goals and achievements.

Alongside our weekly timetable, we also offer dance sessions within nurseries and schools in the local area surrounding New Milton.

If you have any questions regarding our dance classes, please do get in touch or book in for your trial session now! We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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Ciara Simmons

Principal
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My daughter absolutely loves her dance lessons and looks forward to her weekly meetings with the lovely Miss Ciara. The lessons are fun and engaging. It shows that Miss Ciara has a passion for dance and she is kind and caring.
Joanna
The adult dance fitness class is really good fun! A good combination of cardiovascular work and targeted toning exercises, with a fun dance routine at the end. And all done to musicals! 2nd class done, and loving it! Thanks Ciara
Debbie
We highly recommend Zest dance school. My daughter (aged 6) has been part of Street Dance for about 6 months now and loves every minute.Miss Ciara is so patient and kind and the children love her and her teaching.
Nikki

Timetable

Dance Classes in New Milton

Monday at Forest Arts Centre (Studio)

  • Junior Tap

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    Age 7+

  • Junior Ballet

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    Age 7+

  • Junior Street

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    Age 7+

  • Inter Jazz/Theatre Craft

    -

  • Inter Street

    -

  • Inter Ballet

    -

  • Inter Tap

    -

Tuesday at Forest Arts Centre

  • Performance Team

    -

Wednesday at Forest Arts Centre

  • Little Lemons Pre School Dance

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    Ages 2.5 - 4

Wednesday at Arnewood School

  • Mini Musical Theatre

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    Ages 4.5 - 7

  • Junior Musical Theatre

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    Age 7 - 12

Wednesday at Arnewood School

  • Acro B

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    Age 7 - 15

  • Acro A

    -

    Ages 4.5 - 7

  • Acro C

    -

    Advanced level

Thursday at Ashley Junior School

  • Private Lesson

    -

  • Zest DanceFit - Musicals

    -

    Adults Only

Saturday at Forest Arts Centre

  • Tiny Tap, Ballet & Modern Mix

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    Age 4+

  • Mini Street

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    Age 4-7

  • Mini Tap, Ballet & Modern Mix

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    Age 5.5 - 7

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Our Dance Venues

Forest Arts Centre

Old Milton Rd
New Milton
Hampshire
BH25 6DS

Ashley Junior School

Normans Way
New Milton
Hampshire
BH25 5FN

Arnewood School

Gore Road
New Milton
Hampshire
BH25 6RS

What Our Dancers Think

Our Teachers

Ciara Simmons

Principal
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BA(Hons) Dance
IDTA Level 4 Tap
Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage
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Amber Tarrant

Dance Teacher
Amber Tarrant Dance Teacher
Level 3 Diploma in Family Law
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Grace Bullard

Dance Teacher
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BA(Hons)
Professional Dance and Musical Theatre
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Term Dates

2023 - 2024

Term Dates

2024 - 2025

Term Dates

FAQs

Our main focus during our classes is the fun and enjoyment elements!

We support each new child attending the class to make sure they're having a great time and enjoying dance as much as we did at their age.
Children are able to attend our classes independently from age 2 and a half however our parent and tot style classes start from 18 months.
We run classes throughout most of the year and run through half terms.

We do however have 2 weeks off for Christmas, 2 weeks off for Easter and 6 weeks off in the summer. 

During these holidays, there are often opportunities for dance camps and workshops!
Yes. We currently have:

 One way systems in all of our venues.
Sanitising hands upon arrival and exit and during class if necessary. 
Staff PPE where necessary.
Strict studio capacities.
Cleaning procedures of the studio and equipment in between bubbles.
Our classes transfer online via zoom.

We will continue to progress towards our goals whilst also adding our Zest Dance Disco’s to the timetable each half term for all of the children to enjoy and see their friends!
Of course! We have lots of boys attend our wide variety of classes.
We offer the opportunity for students to participate in IDTA exams in a wide variety of genres.

We also produce shows every 2-3 years at a local theatre or performing arts venue.
Not at all!

Our adult classes are for all ages and abilities and we absolutely welcome beginners.

The teachers and other customers are very friendly and these classes are great to have a laugh, keep fit and learn some new skills along the way!
Anything you are comfy dancing in and doesn’t restrict movement, e.g. leggings, joggers, t-shirt, trainers.

For health and safety we ask that jewellery is removed and long hair is tied back. 

Please don’t worry if you don’t have the correct dance shoes for your trial.

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