DANCE CLASSES NEAR GOLDERS GREEN
For families in Golders Green and Hampstead Garden Suburb searching for dance classes, MOUVE by Dancing with Louise in Hendon NW4 is just 10 minutes by car or three stops on the Northern line. The academy runs 80+ weekly classes from 18 months upwards across nine disciplines — including ballet (Royal Academy of Dance pathway), hip hop, musical theatre, contemporary, jazz and dance gymnastics. Founded by Louise Leach with over 30 years of experience, MOUVE is particularly well known among NW11 families for its professional teaching standards, the annual showcase at the artsdepot, and experienced handling of Jewish celebrations including bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs.
GETTING HERE FROM GOLDERS GREEN
Golders Green and Hampstead Garden Suburb are two of MOUVE's strongest catchment areas. The NW11 community is well represented at MOUVE across all age groups, from toddler sessions through to teen programmes. MOUVE founder Louise Leach has deep roots in the North London Jewish community — the school has provided hora dancers and party entertainment for bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs across NW11 for over 25 years, and parents from Golders Green often discover MOUVE through party entertainment before enrolling their children in regular classes.
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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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MOUVE is approximately 10 minutes from Golders Green by car or 3 stops on the Northern line. From Golders Green station, take the Northern line towards Edgware and get off at Hendon Central (3 stops, about 8 minutes). It's then a 10-minute walk or short taxi to Bennett House, Sunningfields Road NW4 — or a 10-minute drive via Hendon Way.
Yes. Golders Green and Hendon Central are both on the Northern line Edgware branch, making tube travel very practical. From Golders Green, take the Northern line towards Edgware: Golders Green → Brent Cross → Hendon Central (3 stops, approximately 7–8 minutes). From Hendon Central station walk about 10 minutes to MOUVE or take a short taxi.
Yes. MOUVE by Dancing with Louise has provided hora dancers, party motivators and bar mitzvah entertainment for Jewish celebrations across North London — including Golders Green and Hampstead Garden Suburb — for over 25 years. The team leads circle dancing, chair lifting and games. Many NW11 families who discover MOUVE through bar mitzvah or bat mitzvah entertainment subsequently enrol their children in regular dance classes.
Yes. MOUVE in Hendon NW4 is approximately 10 minutes from Hampstead Garden Suburb by car. It is the most accessible professional dance academy for NW11 families, offering nine dance disciplines, the full RAD ballet pathway, and classes from 18 months through to teens. Adult dance fitness classes (MOUVEit!) are also popular with NW11 adults.
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 Golders Green NW11 and Hampstead Garden Suburb, North London. MOUVE by Dancing with Louise in Hendon NW4 — 10 minutes by car or 3 stops on the Northern line. Ballet (RAD), hip hop, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and more. Also serving NW2, NW4 and the wider Barnet area.
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