Ecco Dance School
Ballet, tap, street, freestyle and performing arts for ages 2 to adult in She…
Ecco Dance School has been running since 1992, when Amanda Horne founded it in a church hall in Ecclesfield with classes in ballet, tap and freestyle.
Before your first class
The school accepts students from age 2 onwards and offers programmes suited to all ages and levels of ability.
Studio hire from £15 per hour
About this studio
Ecco Dance School has been running since 1992, when Amanda Horne founded it in a church hall in Ecclesfield with classes in ballet, tap and freestyle. The school moved to Burton Street in 1995, then to The Nichols Building at Shalesmoor in 2012, and most recently to 122 Scotland Street in July 2018.
The studio teaches a wide range of styles across all ages. For the youngest students, there's pre-school dance for ages 2–4, mixing theatre dance, freestyle and party dances. From age 3 onwards, children can take ballet, tap, street dance, freestyle and theatre dance classes. Acro classes start at age 4, and performing arts (which covers dance, drama and singing) from age 5. Contemporary dance begins at age 6. Adult tap classes are also available. All staff are IDTA qualified and DBS checked.
Ecco is known for training competitive dancers. The school has produced many Freestyle, Slow, Rock n Roll and Street Dance champions and has had students nominated for IDTA Freestyle Scholarships. There's a pre-competition class open to students in the Freestyle/Street programme who want to prepare for ADFP Freestyle competitions, with progression to the full competition crew. Students can take IDTA examinations and Performing Arts examinations, and all pupils perform in bi-annual dance shows, with performing arts students in an annual show as well.
Many Ecco students have gone on to professional theatre work, appearing in productions at the Sheffield Lyceum, Sheffield Crucible, Rotherham Civic Theatre, and venues across Chesterfield, Doncaster and surrounding areas. Several have auditioned successfully into prestigious training institutions including Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts, Midlands Academy of Dance and Drama, Northern School of Contemporary Dance, Bird College and Performers College. Past students have also progressed to careers in dance and theatre, and Amanda has trained many of the teachers now on her own team.
You can attend as many different classes as you like during the week. The studio also offers studio hire starting from £15 an hour for external individuals and groups.
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes are structured by age and ability across a range of dance styles from ballet to street dance. All pupils take part in bi-annual dance shows, and performing arts students perform in an annual showcase. Staff are fully qualified IDTA teachers and DBS checked.
Instructors
Who teaches here
All staff are IDTA qualified and DBS checked. Amanda Horne founded the school and has trained all of her own teaching team.
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What beginners can expect
The school accepts students from age 2 onwards and offers programmes suited to all ages and levels of ability.
Studio history
Ecco was founded in 1992 by Amanda Horne, beginning in a church hall in Ecclesfield with ballet, tap and freestyle classes. It moved to Burton Street in 1995, then to The Nichols Building at Shalesmoor in 2012, and relocated to 122 Scotland Street in July 2018.
Styles offered
11 dance styles taught here
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Frequently asked about Ecco Dance School
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What dance styles does Ecco Dance School teach?
Ecco Dance School teaches Ballet, Acro Dance, Commercial / Industry Dance, Contemporary, Freestyle/Street, Preschool Dance and 5 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Ecco Dance School located?
Ecco Dance School is located in Scotland St. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Ecco Dance School offer private lessons?
Contact Ecco Dance School directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Ecco Dance School teach kids and adults?
Ecco Dance School 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 Ecco Dance School?
The fastest path is to visit Ecco Dance School via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.