Frequently Asked Questions

Dance classes at Footsteps start from just £6 for 45 minutes and £7 for 1 hour. We invoice per half-term, and payment is accepted via bank transfer or cash. There’s no long-term commitment to begin; every new student is invited to enjoy a two-week trial before deciding.

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Children can begin dancing with us as early as age 2 through our Starlets Toddler Programme, a nurturing introduction to dance through stories, props, and imagination. From age 4, children can move into our structured beginner classes like freestyle, ballet, tap, and acrobatics.

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We offer a wide range of children's dance classes in Sale, including:

• Freestyle Dance

• Acrobatic Dance

• Ballet

• Tap

• Lyrical

• Modern Jazz

• Musical Theatre

• Stretch & Technique

• Starlets (ages 2–4)

• Holiday Dance Camps

• Birthday Dance Parties
  

Our classes are age-grouped and structured for progression, welcoming all abilities.

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All classes take place at Sale High School, Norris Road, Sale, M33 3JR. We are easily accessible to families across Sale, Sale Moor, and the wider Trafford area. Free parking is available onsite and nearby (including Sainsbury’s).

After your child completes the two-week trial, we check in to see how they’re settling in. If they’d like to continue, we provide uniform details and add them to the class register. There's no pressure, just progress at your own pace.

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We don’t run regular term-time classes during holidays. Instead, we offer Dance Camps during Easter and summer holidays. These are fun-filled weeks featuring multiple dance styles, themed workshops, games, crafts, and a final performance showcase.

Ideal for working parents, our camps also offer optional early drop-off and late pickup.

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Yes! Our popular Dance Birthday Party Packages are perfect for children aged 4 to 11 and include:

• Custom themes and music

• Dance games and choreography

• Studio hire at Sale High School

• Qualified instructors and assistants

Parties can be fully customised, just bring the cake!

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Yes, all of our instructors are:

• First Aid trained

• DBS-checked

• Insured

• Some are also certified with specialist training like Acrobatic Arts and ISTD

In every class for under-8s or beginners, we include an extra staff member or assistant to ensure every child feels safe and supported.

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We place children in classes by ability rather than age. This ensures each child is appropriately challenged, confident, and safe. Dancers move up when ready, whether they attend for fun, personal growth, or to pursue performance opportunities.

We also offer progression routes such as:

• Footsteps Dance Teams (invite-only)

• Scholarship opportunities

• Performance showcases every 18 months

Footsteps Dance School has been a trusted part of the Sale community for over 13 years. We focus on more than just technique; we build confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Family-style atmosphere with a personal touch

• Open to all abilities, interests, and ambitions

• Over £15,000 raised for local charities

• Passionate, long-standing team (many teachers were once students!)

• Emphasis on individuality and happiness above perfection

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We are based in Sale, with many students coming from:

• Sale Moor

• Stretford

• Brooklands

• Altrincham

• Timperley

• Chorlton

• Urmston

• Other areas in Trafford and South Manchester

Looking for children’s dance classes near Sale? You’re in the right place.