Why Try a Dance Class? Parent's Guide to £10 Trials

Choosing an activity for your child can feel like a big step. You want something that will nurture their confidence, not overwhelm them. A trial dance class is designed to give you and your child a real taste of what we do, without any obligation to continue. At Intune Dance we run trial dance classes every Saturday morning in Chipping Norton and Fairford. This guide explains why trying a trial class works, what happens when you book one, and how it helps you decide if children's dance classes are right for your family.

What is a trial dance class?

A trial dance class is a single session where your child joins a small group and takes part in the same activities as our term-time pupils. They meet the teacher, experience the pace and style of the class, and see how they respond to the room and the movement. You get to see how we teach, how the children are welcomed, and whether the environment feels right. There is no test, no audition and no pressure to sign up afterwards. If it is not for them, you have lost nothing but an hour of your Saturday morning. For many families, that one session is enough to know whether they want to continue.

Trial dance classes are especially useful when you are comparing different activities or different dance schools. You can try a children's ballet trial class, a street dance trial, or a Dance Explorers session for pre-schoolers, and see which style suits your child before committing to a term.

Why book a trial instead of signing up for a term?

Parents often ask whether they should book a trial dance class or go straight into term-time classes. We always recommend starting with a trial. Here is why.

You see the real class. A trial is not a taster that is different from our normal lessons. Your child joins the same class, with the same teacher and the same structure. You see exactly what Saturday mornings would look like if you continued.

Your child can try without pressure. Some children are shy. Some are full of energy. Our teachers are used to first-timers and welcome every child at their own pace. There is no expectation to get every step right. The aim is to let your child experience the joy of moving and to see if they feel at ease.

You keep the decision in your hands. We would rather you leave with a positive experience than feel pushed into something that does not suit you. If your child loved it and you are happy to continue, we will explain the next steps. If not, there is no obligation. A trial dance class near me (or near you) should feel like a low-risk way to find out.

The cost is clear. Our trial costs £10. There is no hidden fee and no commitment to pay for a full term. That makes it easier to try children's dance classes in Chipping Norton, Fairford or the surrounding area without worrying about the cost if it does not work out.

What happens in our trial classes?

When you book a trial, you choose a specific class and time. We run classes in two locations: Chipping Norton (at Glyme Hall and the Leisure Centre on Burford Road) and Fairford (at the Community Centre on High Street). You will receive confirmation of the venue and the class type, whether that is RAD ballet, street dance or Dance Explorers.

On the day, you arrive a few minutes before the start time. You will be greeted and shown where to wait or where to drop your child, depending on the age group. For our youngest dancers, some parents stay in the room or nearby. For older children, they usually go in on their own. The teacher will lead warm-ups, exercises and activities that match the age group. In RAD ballet and Dance Explorers there is often storytelling and imagination. In street dance there is rhythm and repetition. Your child does not need to know any steps in advance. They are there to try, watch and join in at their own pace.

We keep class sizes small so that each child can be seen and included. Teachers welcome shy children gently and channel energetic ones into the activities. Parents often tell us that their child was joining in within minutes, or that by the end they were already asking when they could come back. Either way, you leave with a clearer sense of whether dance at Intune is a good fit for your family.

Trial dance classes in Chipping Norton and Fairford

If you are looking for a trial dance class in Oxfordshire, Oxford, or the Cotswolds, we run Saturday morning classes in two towns. Our Chipping Norton classes take place at Glyme Hall and the Leisure Centre, and we welcome families from Chipping Norton, Burford, Charlbury, Witney and the surrounding villages. Our Fairford classes take place at the Community Centre and attract families from Fairford, Lechlade, Cirencester and nearby. Both venues offer RAD ballet, street dance and Dance Explorers for ages two and a half to eleven. You can use our class finder on the homepage to see which class matches your child's age, then book a £10 trial for that class.

After the trial: what happens next?

When the class ends, the teacher will often have a quick word with you about how it went. You can ask any questions about joining term-time classes, trying another style (for example, adding street dance if they started with ballet), or switching to a different time or venue. If you decide to continue, we will explain how to secure their place and what to expect for the rest of the term. If you feel it is not the right time or the right fit, you can leave with no further commitment. Our aim is to offer a calm, nurturing space where children can discover whether they love to move. A trial class is the first step in that discovery.

How to book a £10 trial dance class

You can book a trial from our website. Use the class finder to enter your child's age and see the classes available in Chipping Norton and Fairford. Each class has a clear option to book a trial. The trial costs £10 and there is no obligation to continue. If you have questions about which class to choose, you can get in touch and we will help you find the right fit. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Intune Dance.