Dance is arguably one of the most fun ways to shake off calories without the dread of counting reps. Plus, it can act as a refreshing social activity, post-break-up therapy or a way to feel more in tune with your body. Here are some dance classes you can attend in Singapore with your girlfriends, categorised according to genre.
Some studios even provide trial sessions for beginners at affordable introductory rates, so you’ll be able to test the waters and find the perfect genre for you.
You don’t have to be incredibly fit or flexible to start pole dancing.You can join at any fitness level and The Brass Barre even offers 1-hour $15 trial dance classes for Singapore citizens. There’s also Chair Dance classes if you want to try your hand at something new.
As its classes are held after 5pm on weekdays, it’ll also work as one of your after-work activities with the girls.
Price: $15 for an hour-long trial class
Address: 227 Orchard Road, #02-24, Orchard Gateway, Singapore 238858
Opening hours: 5pm to 10.30pm (Mondays) | 3pm to 10.30pm (Tuesdays to Fridays) | 10.30am to 9pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 6282 6962 or fill in the enquiry form on its website
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When you combine the elements of a strip tease and a lap dance, you get SLAP Dance Studio. SLAP offers a one-time introductory class at $15 an hour for first-timers. You’ll learn some fun tricks and finish the class with a sexy routine.
Price: $15 for an hour-long trial class
Address: 144 Robinson Road, #10-01, #11-01 & #17-02 (reception), Robinson Square, Singapore 068908
Opening hours: 12.15pm to 2.15pm, 6pm to 9.30pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 10am to 4pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 66364622 or email hello@slap.sg
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Beginner, intermediate and advanced pole classes at Studio Sands are all $30. Sometimes, they’ll have promotional rates, such as first-timer deals. For an 8-week Beginner Tide 1 course, you only have to pay $39 instead of its usual $120.
Price: $39 for 8 weeks of a Beginner Tide 1 course, $30 for open classes at all levels
Address: 23 Kampong Bahru Road, #02-02, Singapore 169349
Opening hours: 6pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 10am to 4.30pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 84522192, 82331723 or email askstudiosands@gmail.com
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Milan Pole Dance Studio is an aerial fitness studio where you can go for pole classes or exercise using an aerial hoop and fabrics. First-timers can get a one-week introductory experience pass for $40, valid for 7 days from the purchase date, where you can choose any 3 classes to attend.
Price: $40 for 3 trial classes, $45 for drop-ins
Address: 11A Bukit Pasoh Road, Singapore 089825 | 18 Teck Lim Road, #03-01, Singapore 088390
Opening hours: 11am to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 11am to 4pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the booking form on its website
Contact: Call 6222 9086 or email singapore@milanpoledance.com
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Groove has been a proud all-ladies dance school since 2005 at its original Tanjong Pagar outlet. Its classes range from Pole Dance and Aerial Arts to Exotic and Lap Dance. Dip your toes into the sport by trying out the Pole Beginner Dance Course, which costs $180 for 6 weeks.
Price: $180 for 6-week Pole Beginner Course
Address: 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, #01-01, Singapore 168976
Opening hours: 6am to 12am daily
Booking: Select the course you’d like to attend and fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 6223 4813 (on Mondays to Fridays from 9am to 3pm) or email enquiry@groove.com.sg
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En Motion offers a range of rhythmic dance styles including Salsa and Bachata to help you get moving to the beat. Sign up for a trial class at $20 or a full Level 1 Salsa or Bachata course for $110. There are also other promotions and packages available to help you save as you pick up a new skill.
Price: $20 for 2 Salsa and Bachata trial classes (40 minutes each)
Address: 8 Grange Road, #03-05/05A, Cineleisure Orchard, Singapore 239695
Opening hours: 1pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 12pm to 10pm (Saturdays) | 1pm to 8pm (Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call or WhatsApp 91597811, or email registration@dance-en-motion.com
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While you can’t party at Zouk now, you can still stop by a studio of the same name to dance your heart out. Head over to Zouk Dance Academy that specialises in teaching the Brazilian Zouk; a soulful and sensual dance style.
Price: $160 for an 8-hour beginner’s course
Address: 15 Enggor St, #08-02, Realty Centre, Singapore 079716 | 175A Bencoolen Street, #11-12, Burlington Square, Singapore 189650
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes going on
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book classes
Contact: Fill in the enquiry form on its website or email register@zoukdanceacademy.com
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The Dance Collective specialises in Salsa, Bachata and the West Coast Swing. It holds open classes for $20, but we’ve done the research and found that its membership deals are of the best value. Choose between unlimited Salsa or Bachata classes for $95 per month or go for both at $158 a month.
Price: From $20 for Salsa Solo open classes
Address: 261 Waterloo Street, #01-22, Waterloo Centre, Singapore 180261
Opening hours: 6.30pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 1pm to 7.30pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Booking: Call 9769 7265 to ask about open classes
Contact: WhatsApp 9769 7265 or email info@dancecollective.sg
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Get ready to look as fit as your favourite K-pop idols with Kpop X Fitness. Each class is 50 minutes long and consists of 13 songs. Classes are held at community centres, sports centres and dance studios across the island. It also has virtual classes so you can enjoy lessons right from your living room.
Price: $12 to $16 per session
Address: Islandwide
Booking: Find a course on its website to book a class
Contact: WhatsApp 9105 9821 between 10am to 5pm on Mondays to Fridays, or email Kpopxfitness@gmail.com
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Live out your K-pop idol dreams and sign up for a K-pop dance class with DF Academy. Not only does it offer packages for you to learn a full song, you might even get the chance to film a dance practice video like your idols. If you’re looking to brush up on your foundation skills first or to try a new style, DF Academy also has a variety of dance classes across Singapore including Hip Hop, Girls’ Style and Street Jazz.
Price: $65 for 4 classes
Address: Visit its website for a full list of locations
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: WhatsApp 8687 8341 or email enquiries@dfacademy.com.sg to book a class
Contact: WhatsApp 8687 8341 or email enquiries@dfacademy.com.sg
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Drop by STUDIO DeS for an open class to learn how to dance to a section of your favourite K-pop song. To learn the full song, check out its packages for 4 lessons for $120. You’ll even be able to ask for a specific song to learn through its Instagram page dedicated to accepting requests.
Price: From $25 for open classes
Address: 23 Kampong Bahru Road, #02-04, Singapore 169349
Opening hours: 10.30am to 10pm daily
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its Instagram account to book classes
Contact: WhatsApp 8788 5994 or email studiodessg@gmail.com
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Founded and run by women, The Dance Place is a dance school conveniently located along Orchard Road. Not only does it offer Kpop, Ballet and Bollywood Dance Fitness classes, it is also the only studio on this list that has Musical Theatre dance classes. Dance along to hits by groups like BTS and Blackpink, or your favourite show tunes from musicals like Hamilton and West Side Story.
Price: $400 to $450 for a 10-class package
Address: 583 Orchard Road, #08-02, Office Tower, Forum, Singapore 238884
Opening hours: 11am to 8pm daily
Booking: Call or WhatsApp 8339 9664
Contact: Call 8339 9664 or 6970 5262 or email info@thedanceplace.net
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The renowned O School is the place to get movin’ with its Dancehall course, on top of its popular array of Hip Hop classes. Your body can let loose with this Reggae-influenced, upbeat genre. Explore other genres like Street Jazz and Lyrical Jazz while you have multiple class credits.
Price: From $15 for a single class credit
Address: 2 Orchard Link, #04-04, *SCAPE, Singapore 237978
Opening hours: 6pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 9am to 6.30pm (Saturdays) | Closed on Sundays
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book classes
Contact: Call 6509 0016 or email info@oschool.com.sg
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STEP Studio is named after its founder, Step, but it also has multiple instructors that teach Hip Hop and specialised techniques like popping and waacking. You can also sign for Contemporary dance classes for a taste of something new, as it is not the most common genre among studios in Singapore but is still fun and engaging.
Price: From $10 to $15 for open classes (members), $18 for non-members
Address: 1 Sophia Road, #04-13, Peace Centre, Singapore 228149
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes | Closed on Sundays
Booking: WhatsApp 8177 1759 to book classes
Contact: Call 6397 4989 or DM @stepstudiosg on Instagram
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Danz People is a premier dance studio that built up its repertoire with 3 core areas of focus—Hip Hop, Contemporary and Jazz. A single open class costs $16 but check out its website for group and student promotions.
Price: $16 (Walk-In) / $16.80 (Online)
Address: 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-15/17, Marina Square, Singapore 039594
Opening hours: 2.30pm to 10pm (Mondays to Fridays) | 10.30am to 6.30pm (Saturdays) | 12pm to 6.30pm (Sundays)
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 6884 9072 or email dance@danzpeople.com
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Jazz Inc. is a collective of dancers promoting vernacular jazz including The Swing, Lindy Hop and The Charleston. They’ve performed both locally and internationally, and teach both kids and adults.
Price: $140 for 4 classes of Introduction to Authentic Jazz Dancing
Address: 8 Claymore Hill, #01-03/4, 8 on Claymore, Singapore 229572 | 2 Orchard Link, #05-01, *SCAPE, Singapore 237978 } 1A Aliwal Street, Chenn Leonn Building, Singapore 199894
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Email sinclair.ang@gmail.com
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Known as the ‘happy dance’, Lindy Hop classes are carried out according to difficulty levels. Grab a partner and pick up this American style of swing dance in 10 weeks with its Rookie Track course.
Price: $200 to $230 for a 10-week Rookie Track course
Address: 1 Coleman Street, #02-47, The Adelphi, Singapore 179803
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Fill in the enquiry form on its website
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SwingStation also offers Lindy Hop classes. Though you might have to wait a while before it starts its Lindy Hop parties with live music and drinks again, pick up the dance style in the meantime. It is holding beginner and intermediate classes at Aliwal Arts Centre for the time being.
Price: $80 for 4 Beginner lessons
Address: 28 Aliwal Street, Multi-purpose Studio A+B, Aliwal Arts Centre, Singapore 199918
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Email dance@swingstation.sg
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Fiesta organises a whole range of Zumba, yoga, dance and fitness classes all over 1Fiesta hubs in Singapore. There are even kids’ dance classes. If you want to book a class online, it’s only $15 per session.
Price: $15 per class
Address: Varies depending on the classes
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Find a course on its website to book a class
Contact: Fill in the enquiry form on its website
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From Kpopx and Zumba Toning to K-pop and Dancehall, Beat Factory Fitness has many different classes to suit your skill level and taste. For those who don’t like working out alone, pop by for a fun fitness class to clock your exercise hours in while interacting with others.
Price: $15 per dance class, $18 per fitness class
Address: 545 Orchard Road, #10-11, Far East Shopping Centre, Singapore 238882
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Fill in the booking form on its website
Contact: Call 6909 2204 or WhatsApp 9004 7442
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JR Fitness has a wide array of fitness classes including Zumba Fitness, Kickboxing and BodyCombat to help you stay fit or get stronger. Join a single class or sign up for a few classes at once to keep you motivated in staying active.
Price: $20 for walk-ins, $70 for 4 fitness classes
Address: 1 Coleman Street, #B1-19, The Adelphi, Singapore 179803
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Fill in the booking form on its website
Contact: Call 6909 5382 or email info@jrfitness.com.sg
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Perhaps one of the more unique dance classes in Singapore, Ori Tahiti teaches traditional Tahitian dance. Learn the dynamic and graceful movements to the energetic drumbeats. Taught by a qualified Tahitian instructor, you can get a great workout for only $20 at the trial class. Its classes are held on Zoom at the moment so you’ll learn how to dance while staying safe indoors.
Price: $20 for drop-in/open class
Time : Saturdays from 1.30pm to 3pm
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Email contact@oritahiti-sg.com
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Trained in the arts of music, dance and theatre, Angelina Tay is one of Singapore’s most sought-after Bellydancers. Her Beginners course (6 classes) costs $120. She teaches workshops and classes at her own Angelina Tay’s School Of Bellydance so keep a lookout for the latest intake dates and courses.
Price: $120 for 6 beginner classes
Address: The Distinct Creative Arts Studio, 11 Tanjong Katong Road, #02-25/26, KINEX, Singapore 437157
Opening hours: Varies depending on the classes
Booking: Call 9002 6104 to book a class
Contact: Call 9002 6104 or email schoolofbellydance@gmail.com
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A few minutes’ walk away from Bugis MRT sits Bellydance Extraordinaire, a studio that teaches dance styles like Belly Dance and Burlesque. Since it’s near Haji Lane, you can also drop by some of the cafes in the area after.
Price: $250 for 10 classes
Address: 390 Victoria Street, #03-35/36, Golden Landmark, Singapore 188061
Opening hours: 10am to 9pm daily
Booking: Fill in the registration form on its website to book a class
Contact: Call 9126 3420 or email info@bellydanceextraordinaire.com
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Sometimes you just need to let loose and move to the beat. Dance is a form of expression that’s not only good for your body but also your soul. These dance classes in Singapore will help your body and mind stay active and moving. No experience is needed—just a desire to learn!
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This article was first published on 2 March 2017 and last updated on 8 February 2021.
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