Dance Classes - Nelson

Looking for professional and fun dance classes in Nelson, NZ? Whether you’re after a beginner ballet class for your child or a high-energy hip hop session for teens or adults, our local directory makes it easy to discover dance studios near me. Nelson’s vibrant arts scene includes a variety of dance styles such as ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, lyrical, and street dance. Taught by skilled instructors in a supportive environment, these classes help build confidence, coordination, and creativity for students of all ages and levels. With both recreational and performance-focused programs, you’ll find options for weekday or weekend schedules to suit your lifestyle. Use our directory to explore local providers, compare offerings, read reviews, and connect directly with studios. If you’re searching for reliable and inspiring dance lessons near you in Nelson, this is your one-stop guide to finding the perfect class.

Dance school babyballet® Albany

Description: Award-winning preschool dance classes for kids from six months to six years. Classes held at Albany Junior High School and Limelight Dance Studios. Children learn through play in a safe, caring environment with qualified teachers.


Geronimo Performing Arts

Description: Offers classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, and Barre/fitness. Classes suitable for all ages and abilities from pre-school to advanced, with opportunities for exams and shows.

babyballet® at The Renaissance Dance School

Description: An introduction to dance using fun props, expressive music and plenty of imagination. Children learn rhythm, develop balancing skills, skipping, fine motor skills and social skills while building confidence. Suitable for boys and girls, ages 6 months to 6 years.


Dance school babyballet® Remuera & Epsom

Description: Dance classes for kids at two Central Auckland locations: Somervell Church in Remuera and Saint Andrew's Church in Epsom. Classes give children from 6 months to 6 years the chance to dance and have fun while building confidence and social skills.

Lucy Martin School of Dance

Description: Fun and educational open preschool, jazz and ballet dance classes. Preschool classes focus on the love of dance and musical play for kids 2 years and up. Children can progress to ballet and jazz classes, grade work and exams as their passion grows.

Ballerina School

Description: Specialist preschool programmes for children from age 2 years and upwards. From babyballerina to primaballerina levels. NZAMD examinations in ballet and jazz. Recreational hip hop classes for boys and girls.

O'Sullivan School of Irish Dance

Description: Irish dancing classes for children aged four years plus and levels from beginner to competitive. Irish dancing is a great way to develop co-ordination, rhythm and stamina. Classes available in three Auckland locations: Sandringham, Mount Albert and Kohimarama.

Dance Arts Therapy

Description: Drop-in dance movement therapy programme for youth and adults with special needs, including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, cognitive delays and other disabilities. Available at three Central Auckland locations.

Samantha Nicole School of Dance

Description: Preschool Jazz for 4 to 5 years, and Jazz for 5 to 8 year old children. Located at St Columba Community Centre in Grey Lynn, Auckland.

Dance 4 Everyone

Description: Inclusive dance classes for all ages and abilities in Auckland.