1. Pitter Patter Dance

Description: Offers inclusive, encouraging, and professional dance classes for children aged 2-12 years. Their recreational classes allow children to explore creativity at their own pace, regardless of skill level, confidence, or physical ability. Parents are welcome to stay and watch or participate alongside their child.
Website: https://pitterpatterdance.co.nz/
Location: Christchurch

2. Anna Lee School of Dance

Description: One of the premiere dance schools in the greater Christchurch area, providing high-standard technical teaching in a fun and supportive environment. They offer Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Lyrical Dance, and Acro classes. With purpose-built studios in Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui, as well as spaces in Halswell, Lincoln, and Ladbrooks.
Website: https://www.annaleeschoolofdance.co.nz/
Location: Papanui, Halswell, Lincoln, and Ladbrooks, Christchurch

3. Sara Anderson School of Dance

Description: Offers Dance Explorers preschool classes for 3-4 year olds, introducing basic dance movements like hopping, skipping, galloping, jumping, and turning. Classes are limited to 12 students to ensure children don't feel overwhelmed. Once children turn 5, they offer a full syllabus of bbodance ballet classes and Junior Musical Theatre and Jazz lessons from age 6.
Website: https://www.saraandersondance.co.nz/
Location: Christchurch
Cost: Starting from $50.00 per month for each 30-minute class

4. Kids Club Hip Hop

Description: Energetic and uplifting Hip Hop classes for children aged 5-12 years. Children learn new and fun dances choreographed by tutors, encouraging a love and passion for dance. Activities may urge children to leave their comfort zone and try new challenges, with trained staff to help children feel safe and secure.
Website: https://kidsclubshirley.co.nz/hip-hop-class/
Location: 29 Crosby Street (HQ building ), Shirley, Christchurch 8013
Cost: $5.00 per class (Tuesdays, 5:30pm-6:15pm)

5. Jete Studio

Description: A dance and fitness studio in Christchurch offering classes for various age groups, including 3-7 years, 8+ years, 13+ years, and adults. Their goal is to be known as the greatest dance and fitness studio in Christchurch, providing a safe and relaxing environment where children can have fun, grow technically and personally, and have opportunities to perform.
Website: https://www.jetestudio.co.nz/
Location: Parklands shopping centre, Shop 11/2 Chadbury St, Parklands, Christchurch 8083

6. Canterbury Ballet & Dance Academy

Description: Founded in 1979, Canterbury Ballet has been nationally and internationally recognized for exceptional dance training. They offer a large variety of classes for every skill level from beginner to Pre-Professional. Their aim is to foster a nurturing environment to learn professional dance skills or to inspire and grow a passion for dance.
Website: https://www.canterburyballet.co.nz/
Location: 450 Tuam Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch

7. Expressions Dance Company

Description: A family-centered studio offering ballet, jazz, and tap classes, as well as Performance Companies for children starting from age 3.5. Their mission is to produce dancers who are versatile, well-educated in technique and expression, and who are strong, authentic young people. They aim to provide an environment which balances training demands with creativity and care.
Website: https://www.expressionsdance.nz/
Location: Serves Hornby, Halswell, Wigram, Riccarton and the wider southwest of Christchurch and Selwyn

8. Legacy Dance Studio

Description: A dance studio specializing in hip hop classes for children in Christchurch. Run by Tash Higginson who is passionate about creating a safe learning environment for children to explore dance. They offer classes for various age groups and skill levels.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/legacydancenz/
Location: Somerfield Community Centre, 47 Studholme Street, Christchurch

9. Convergence Dance Studios (CDS )

Description: Established in 2016, CDS is passionate about fostering a love of dance where artistry and technique converge. They offer classes for children from as young as 1.5 years old, with programs including Junior's (1.5-3), Shimmer (3-4), Sparkle & Shine (5-8), Dazzle & Diamond (9-12), and Clarity & Crystal (13-18).
Website: https://www.convergencedancestudios.co.nz/
Location: Christchurch

10. Canterbury Academy of Dance

Description: A small, boutique dance school located in Christchurch, specializing in teaching Ballet and Jazz to girls and boys aged from 3 to 18. They offer students the opportunity to excel in a safe and inspiring environment, following A.T.O.D and R.A.D. syllabi.
Website: http://www.chchballetsociety.co.nz/blog/842126
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand