DANCE CLASSES NEAR BARNET
Families in Barnet searching for dance classes in EN4 or EN5 will find MOUVE by Dancing with Louise in Hendon NW4 approximately 15 minutes away by car. The academy runs 80+ weekly classes from 18 months upwards across nine disciplines — including the full Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) ballet pathway, hip hop, street dance, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and dance gymnastics. While Barnet has its own local dance schools, many Barnet families make the journey to MOUVE specifically for the scale of the programme, the RAD exam pathway, and the annual showcase at the artsdepot in Finchley — a 395-seat professional theatre that smaller local schools cannot match.
GETTING HERE FROM BARNET
Barnet families who choose MOUVE typically do so because they are looking for something beyond what local dance schools in EN4 and EN5 can offer. The RAD ballet pathway — from Pre-Primary through to Grade 8 with externally assessed exams — and the nine-discipline programme are the most common reasons cited. The annual showcase at the artsdepot, a professional 395-seat theatre in Finchley, is another draw that distinguishes MOUVE from smaller local studios. For families committed to serious dance education, the 15-minute drive from Barnet to Hendon is a small investment.
WHAT WE TEACH
A complete dance education under one roof — from classical ballet to street styles, all taught to the same professional standard.
WHO IT'S FOR
Whether your child is 18 months or 18 years, there is a programme designed precisely for where they are right now.
WHY CHOOSE MOUVE
Founded by Louise Leach — ISTD and LAMDA qualified — MOUVE has been teaching children in North London since the early 1990s. Over 1,000 students attend every week.
Every teacher holds recognised qualifications (ISTD, RAD, LAMDA) and a current enhanced DBS check. MOUVE has a written safeguarding policy and full public liability insurance.
From first pliés at 18 months to RAD Grade 8 ballet and LAMDA qualifications in the teens. Every child has somewhere to go next.
Every MOUVE student performs at the artsdepot theatre in Finchley — a 395-seat professional venue — building stage confidence and lasting pride.
“More than a dance school — more like a family. Every child who walks through our door deserves to find their confidence, their voice, and their love of movement. That has always been the heart of what we do here.”
Louise Leach, Founder — MOUVE by Dancing with Louise
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FROM OUR FAMILIES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MOUVE is approximately 15 minutes from Barnet town centre by car. Head south on the A1000 (Great North Road) through Whetstone and Finchley, then onto Brent Street towards Hendon. The studio is at Bennett House, Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR with free on-site parking. The journey from New Barnet or High Barnet is straightforward with no motorways involved.
MOUVE in Hendon NW4 — approximately 15 minutes from Barnet — offers the full Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) graded ballet pathway from Pre-Primary through to Grade 8. For families in EN4 and EN5 seeking externally assessed RAD exams and internationally recognised qualifications, MOUVE is the nearest school offering the complete pathway with qualified RAD and ISTD teachers.
The most common reasons are the breadth of the programme (9 disciplines, 80+ classes per week), the RAD ballet exam pathway, and the annual showcase at the artsdepot theatre in Finchley — a 395-seat professional venue. Many Barnet families find that the 15-minute drive is worthwhile for a programme that local studios in EN4 and EN5 cannot replicate.
Head south on the A1000 (Great North Road / High Road) from Barnet towards Finchley and Whetstone. Continue through North Finchley and turn onto Brent Street (A504) towards Hendon. MOUVE is at Bennett House, Sunningfields Road, Hendon NW4 4QR. Sat nav to that postcode is reliable. Journey approximately 15 minutes with free parking.
MOUVE offers nine dance disciplines: ballet (Royal Academy of Dance graded syllabus), hip hop, street dance, contemporary, jazz, tap, musical theatre, drama and dance gymnastics. Children can study a single style or combine disciplines across the week. Classes run for ages 18 months through to adult.
Yes. All teaching staff hold recognised qualifications from the ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing), RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) and LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art). All staff hold current enhanced DBS checks. MOUVE has a written safeguarding policy and public liability insurance.
Trial classes are available for all ages and styles. Visit the free trial page to choose a class and book online — no payment details needed until you decide to continue. You can also call 0333 038 4858 or email info@dancingwithlouise.com.
Yes. MOUVE offers Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) graded ballet exams from Pre-Primary through to Grade 8. Exams are entirely optional — many children enjoy classes without taking formal examinations — but they provide internationally recognised qualifications for students who want them.
BOOK A FREE TRIAL
Trial classes are available for all ages and styles — from toddler dance to teen hip hop to adult fitness. No payment details needed. Come and see why 1,000+ families choose MOUVE every week.
Dance classes near Barnet EN4 and EN5, North London. MOUVE by Dancing with Louise in Hendon NW4 — 15 minutes from Barnet High Street. Ballet (RAD), hip hop, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and more for children and adults. Also serving New Barnet, East Barnet, Whetstone, Totteridge and the wider Hertsmere border.
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