Dansateliers
Independent centre for dance development and artist residency in Rotterdam
Dansateliers is an independent house for dance development in Rotterdam, serving as a home for dance artists and makers.
Photo: Dansateliers via Google
Before your first class
Paid parking available in front of the building; payment by card only.
About this studio
Dansateliers is an independent house for dance development in Rotterdam, serving as a home for dance artists and makers. The organisation invests in talent development, dance development, and network building, while also hosting international research, experimentation, dance dramaturgy, and creative production.
The space hosts a diverse range of makers, each developing their own artistic form and expression. Dansateliers supports young makers on their path to professional careers, guiding and challenging them to develop their own artistic language and signature.
The venue runs a regular Movement Class programme on Monday evenings from 20:00, led by visiting teachers including Yoko Haveman and Marta Wörner. The organisation also presents performances and productions from its resident and associate artists, with an active agenda of events throughout the year.
Dansateliers operates three rental studios available for creative use including rehearsals, workshops, and photoshoots. The Theaterstudio on the ground floor (9m × 15/18m × 4.5m) features a ballet floor, seating for 36, sound system, grid and lighting. The Witte Studio (9m × 15/18m × 4.5m) is favoured by dancers and photographers for its natural light, with ballet floor and barres. Studio Amy (8.6m × 6.5m) is an intimate space with mirrored wall on one side, grey ballet floor, and sound and lighting. Studios are rented by the day or half-day with a four-hour minimum; solo dancers can rent by the hour for personal development.
The organisation holds the cultural ANBI status and invests in contemporary dance innovation through artist residencies, open calls for choreographic encounters, and collaborative projects with specific themes.
What to expect
Your first visit
Movement classes happen Monday evenings at 20:00, led by visiting dance makers. The space operates as both a working studio for artists and a venue for performances, so you'll find an active creative community. The three studios available for hire range from an intimate space to a larger performance-ready theaterstudio with seating.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Movement classes are led by visiting dance makers including Yoko Haveman and Marta Wörner. The organisation supports a roster of associate and supported artists for 2025–2028, including Marta & Kim, Shaquille George, Amparo González Sola, Andreas Hannes, and Sheree Lenting.
Styles offered
2 dance styles taught here
Gallery
The people, the parties and the dancing here
Amenities
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Dansateliershasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
If you own Dansateliers, claiming the studio lets you add a public schedule in about 2 minutes. A free Google Calendar is the easiest path — visitors see your class times inline + can add events to their own calendar.
Frequently asked about Dansateliers
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Dansateliers teach?
Dansateliers teaches General, Movement Class. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Dansateliers located?
Dansateliers is located in Rotterdam. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Dansateliers offer private lessons?
Contact Dansateliers directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Dansateliers teach kids and adults?
Dansateliers welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Dansateliers?
The fastest path is to visit Dansateliers via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.
Is there parking at Dansateliers?
Paid parking available in front of the building; payment by card only.