THE BEST DANCE SCHOOL IN NW LONDON
MOUVE by Dancing with Louiseis North West London's most established children's dance school. Founded in 2001 by Louise Leach, the academy teaches 590+ students every week across 80+ classes in nine dance disciplines. With a perfect 5.0 Google rating from 114 reviews and six locations serving families from Barnet to Muswell Hill, MOUVE offers the most comprehensive dance education available in NW London.
6 LOCATIONS ACROSS NW LONDON
Wherever you are in North West London, there is a MOUVE dance class within easy reach. Find your nearest location below.
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 in 2001 — ISTD and LAMDA qualified — MOUVE has been teaching children across North West London for over two decades. 590+ students attend every week across six locations.
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
Google Rating · 114 reviews
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MOUVE by Dancing with Louise is North West London’s most established dance school, founded in 2001 by Louise Leach. With 590+ students, 80+ weekly classes across nine disciplines, six locations serving NW London, and a perfect 5.0 Google rating from 114 reviews, MOUVE offers a proven, professional dance education for children from age 2 through to 18. Teachers hold ISTD, RAD and LAMDA qualifications and every member of staff is DBS-checked.
Children can start toddler dance classes at MOUVE from age 2. My First MOUVES parent-and-child sessions offer baby ballet and movement for children aged 18 months to 4 years. Talented Tots pre-school dance classes begin at age 2.5. From age 3, children can join Mini MOUVERS classes independently, learning ballet, musical theatre and creative dance. By age 5, all nine disciplines are available.
Most children’s dance classes at MOUVE are priced at approximately £180 per term, depending on class length and discipline. Multi-class discounts are available for families enrolling in more than one class per week. Every new family can book a free trial class before committing — no payment details required.
MOUVE offers nine dance disciplines: ballet (Royal Academy of Dance graded syllabus), hip hop, street dance, contemporary, jazz, tap, musical theatre, drama (LAMDA-accredited) and dance gymnastics (acro). Children can study a single style or combine multiple disciplines across the week.
Yes. Every MOUVE teacher holds recognised professional qualifications, including 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, and MOUVE maintains a written safeguarding policy and full public liability insurance.
Yes. MOUVE runs dance holiday camps during every school break — half-terms, Easter, summer and Christmas. Camps are open to both existing students and newcomers, and cover a mix of dance styles, creative workshops and performance projects. Visit the camps page for upcoming dates and availability.
MOUVE serves families across six areas of North West London: Barnet, Edgware, Finchley, Golders Green, Mill Hill and Muswell Hill. The main studio is at Bennett House, Sunningfields Road, Hendon NW4 4QR, with free parking on site. Call 0333 038 4858 for directions.
Absolutely. Every new family is welcome to book a free trial class — no payment details required. Trials are available across all age groups and dance styles. It’s the best way to see if MOUVE is the right fit for your child before committing to a full term.
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 590+ families choose MOUVE every week.
MOUVE by Dancing with Louise serves families across North West London including Barnet, Edgware, Finchley, Golders Green, Hampstead Garden Suburb, Hendon, Mill Hill and Muswell Hill. The studio is at Bennett House, Sunningfields Road, Hendon NW4 4QR with free parking on site. Classes run Monday to Saturday for children from age 2 through to 18. Call 0333 038 4858.
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