Written by Fathima Rukaiya,
If you’re thinking about shaking a leg and learning some new dance moves, you’re in luck! Here are a few of the top-rated dance schools that you might want to explore. Each of these places offers a unique blend of dance styles and a welcoming environment for dancers of all levels.
- Cj’s school of dance (Indian dance school)
A school for Indian dance in Sri Lanka where students have the opportunity to gain exposure through media. They also have the chance to showcase their talent internationally.
Open hours: Daily: 9AM – 9PM
Class Hours:
- Classes are held from Monday – Wednesday from 4PM – 5PM
- Weekend classes: 9AM – 10AM
Location: 188 Pickerings Rd, Colombo 13
Services:
- 13 different types of dances are conducted
- Professional dancers from India
Age gap: 5 – 55 years
Payment plans: Monthly – Rs. 15,000/= (for all age groups)
Branches: Cj’s Dance Lab (128 Colombo – Galle Main Rd, Colombo 05)
Contacts:
- 077 885 5983 (Cj’s school of dance)
- 077 695 9555 (Cj’s Dance Lab)
Check them out on their Facebook page Cj’s school of dance or Instagram csd_officiall/ cjs_dancelab
2. Naach Colombo
They offer Bollywood dance classes.
Class hours: Thursday from 6PM onwards.
Location: 15 Skelton Rd, Colombo 05
Services: Choreography for weddings, mehendi ceremonies and other events
Age gap: 5 – 60 years
Payment plans: Per class: Rs. 1,000/= (per person)
Contact: 077 772 1846
Instagram naachcolombo
Facebook NaachColombo
3. Deanna school of dancing
The Deanna School of Dancing adheres to the syllabus of the Royal Academy of Dance (UK), and it welcomes children to start their dance journey from as young as 2½ years old.
Open Hours:
Office
Monday – Friday: 9AM – 5:30PM
Saturday – 9AM – 12:30PM
Ballet Shop
Monday – Friday: 9AM – 4:45PM
Saturday – 9AM – 12:30PM
*Class timetable will be provided only after the auditions. (please contact them regarding this)
Location: 30, 63H Malalasekara Mawatha, Colombo 07
Services:
- Foundation Programme (Age group: 2 ½ – 5 Years)
- RAD Graded- Pre-Primary / Primary (Age group: 6 – 7 years)
- RAD Graded – Grade 1 to 7
- RAD Vocational Graded – Intermediate foundation / Intermediate
- Hip Hop by Sandarangi
Age gap: 2 ½ years and above
Payment plans:
- Admission fee: Rs. 20,000/= NON-REFUNDABLE
- Term fee: Rs. 23,000 – Rs. 35,000/= per term (fee rate depends on the student age and dance category)
Contact:
- Telephone No: +94112504771-2
- Mobile No: +94778885534
Check their website at www.deannaschoolofdancing.com for more information.
Or Instagram dsdsrilanka
Or Facebook The Deanna School of Dancing
4. X – Arena School of Dancing
Open hours: Daily: 7AM – 9PM
Class hours:
- Classes are conducted on WEEKENDS from 4:30PM – 6PM
- Kids classes: Saturday from 10:30AM onwards.
Location: 247/6 Stanley Tilakaratne Mawatha, Nugegoda 10250
Services:
- Intermediate classes
- Beginner’s classes
- Advanced classes
- Choreography classes
- Private lessons
- Adult lessons
- Zumba
- Ballroom
- Dancing
- Free Style
- Hip Hop
- Latin American
- Social Dancing
- School
- Exercise
- Hip Hop / Free Style
- Latin American/ Social Dancing (Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Jive, Paso Doble, Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk)
Age gap: 6 years and upwards
Payment plans: Monthly: Rs. 3,000/= (for all age groups)Contact: 0772 997 552
5. EL MAMBOS
This is the go-to dance school in Sri Lanka for Afro and Street Latin dance styles! Their expertise lies in instructing Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba to dancers across all skill levels, ranging from complete novices to those who dance competitively.
Class hours:
Wednesday: 6PM – 9PM
Saturday: 9AM – 11PM
Classes for beginners’ batch is from 5PM – 8pm
Location: 87 Pallidora Rd, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia 10350
Services:
- Online classes (details on this will be updated on their socials by the beginning of July 2024)
- On-site services
Age gap:
- Beginners max age 45
- Competitive dancing max age 40
Payment plans: Monthly: Rs. 7,500/=
Contact: 077 728 6999
Instagram elmambos
Facebook elmamboslk
Whether you’re a beginner looking to try something new or an experienced dancer wanting to hone your skills, there’s a class out there for you. Remember, dancing is not just about the steps and music, it’s about expressing yourself. So go ahead, put on your dancing shoes, and let the rhythm guide you! Happy dancing!
*Please note that the payment plans outlined in this article are accurate as of today, but they are subject to change.
