Five ways to satisfy that dancing itch on a budget
STRICTLY Come Dancing has returned to our screens for its 20th anniversary.
If you have the bug for all things swing, samba and salsa, why not try the moves yourself.
Here’s how to keep dancing on a budget . . .
SILVER SWANS: The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) offers free online ballet classes targeted at older learners from around the age of 55, though there is no strict age limit.
There are also in-person Silver Swan lessons across the UK, some of which are free or low-cost.
Take part and find out more at royalacademyofdance.org.
FREE ZUMBA: Get moving with high-energy Zumba Latin dance classes.
If you are a member of a gym, check if it is part of regular schedules you can access.
Or sign up for a seven-day free trial of the Zumba Dance Fitness Workout app.
Set a reminder to cancel after the promo period or you will be charged.
CHEER FROM THE SIDES: Strictly is mostly filmed with a live audience at Elstree Film Studios in Hertfordshire.
The public can soak up the atmosphere with free tickets allocated at random.
The majority for 2024 have gone, but tickets for the Christmas Special could soon be released.
Sign up to the mailing list at bbc.co.uk/showsandtours.
TICKETS FOR A TENNER: Sadler’s Wells runs dance productions from flamenco to hip-hop and everything in between at venues across London.
If you are between 16 and 30, you can get a free Barclays Dance Pass, which unlocks cut-price £10 tickets across Sadler’s Wells venues.
Sign up at sadlerswells.com.
TEA DANCES: Some local authorities run free or low-cost tea dances for older residents.
Contact your local council to find out more.
Or many of the over 120 local Age UKs across the country hold dance classes that vary from line dancing to ballet.
All are low cost, if not free.
Ask at your local branch or call 0800 678 1602.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability
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