Adult Classes

Welcome to our community…

We unite people of all ages in West and North Yorkshire, offering classes and intergenerational projects for those aged 55 and above. Our focus is on fun, fitness, and the chance to perform.

We bring people together to dance, nurture creativity, and forge connections. Dance's positive impact on physical and mental well-being includes:

  • Strengthening physical fitness, balance, and flexibility

  • Building social connections and combating isolation, with time for socialising in our classes

At Union of Dance, we provide a safe, judgment-free space for dance. We believe that creative expression through movement is timeless, and we challenge ageism by creating exceptional work with adult dancers and enthusiasts.

We frequently collaborate on intergenerational projects, like our recent "Viva La Vida" production at Leeds Playhouse Open Season, spanning a community of people aged from 4 to 86. We want to share work that represents mutual respect, joy, a love of life and play, whatever your age.

Our director, Ruth, boasts a decade of experience with adult classes and collaborates with groups like Heydays at Leeds Playhouse, Morley Movers for Phoenix Dance Theatre, and 1001 Stories with The Performance Ensemble.

Safety and inclusivity are core priorities. Our experienced teachers have DBS checks, public liability insurance, and professional dance training.

We can’t wait to dance with you!

Contact us to learn about our weekly classes for older adults and project opportunities across West and North Yorkshire.

  • "It's always a pleasure learning new dances with you because of your beautiful choreography and patient and pleasant manner making the dance steps easier to learn. The performance was a truly amazing experience! More please!"

  • "I was apprehensive to join a dance class. Ruth made me feel comfortable from day one. Thank you Ruth."

  • "It was not only fantastic, it was enjoyable, engaging and tested my memory. It also gave me the opportunity to engage with a variety of people and got me out of the house."

  • "Ruth is a brilliant teacher yet she always makes her classes fun! So joyful and vibrant. Ruth skilfully managed to bring young and old together and to help us all appreciate what we each had to offer. Loved it all!"

  • "I really enjoy Ruth’s fun, engaging sessions; and always learn something new in the world of creative Dance!"