Start your dance journey today in a welcoming, professional environment. Whether for fun, fitness, or the foundations of a future career, our expert-led classes in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz and more will help you reach your full potential.

About
Just
Dance
Orkney

Founded in 2007 by Joanna Sutherland ARAD, Just Dance Orkney welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities. Our experienced teachers create a fun, supportive environment where students can grow in confidence and skill.

Students can take part in RAD and ISTD exams, perform in local shows and events, compete in dance competitions, and enjoy exciting dance trips across the UK. We also offer regular workshops with guest teachers in our fully equipped studio.

Our Mission — We strive to offer a positive, supportive and inclusive learning environment where individuals can thrive through professional dance education. It is our goal to deliver the highest quality of dance training where your full potential can be reached.

Join us and experience a vibrant, inspiring dance community.

Classes

We offer a wide range of dance classes for all ages and abilities. Choose an age group below to explore what’s available and see how your child can get started with Just Dance Orkney.

2.5 – 4 Years

4 – 7 Years

8 – 12 Years

Teens and Adults

Our Values

Community
Joy
Inspire
Opportunities
Dedication
Excellence

FAQ

We’ve put together answers to some of the most common queries about our classes, enrolment, and what to expect at Just Dance Orkney. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to get in touch!
What should my child wear to their trial class?
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To start, comfy clothes they can move in (like leggings and a t-shirt) are perfect. Bare feet is best for most styles but street and musical theatre can be done in trainers. We also have a selection of secondhand tap shoes for students to borrow when attending Tap or Classic Kids classes. Hair must be tied back neatly off the face. Once enrolled, we’ll guide you on the correct uniform for your child’s class and how to order it.

Not at all! We have many classes available for those just starting their dance journey. We welcome beginners of all ages and will help your child feel at home, whether it’s their first class or they’ve danced before. Please get in touch if you’re not sure which class would be best and we’d be happy to suggest the best options for them.

To help children settle in quickly and build confidence, we don’t allow parents into the studio itself. It causes a distraction to others in the class if we have people coming in and out. However, we do have a viewing window where you’re most welcome to stay and watch. You can even help yourself to a cuppa whilst you wait!

That’s very normal, especially for younger dancers. Our teachers and class assistants are fully trained, patient, and supportive—we’re great at helping children feel at ease. Most settle in within a couple of classes.

Classes are based on age and experience. If you’re unsure, just get in touch—we’re happy to recommend the best class to help your child feel confident and enjoy their dancing journey with us.

Trial payments are taken online at the time of booking. Bookings must be made in advance of your child attending a trial. If they would like to continue, fees are paid via monthly direct debits. You will receive an email to explain the costs and when payments are made but this is usually done on the 1st of each month and spread evenly across 12 months of the year.

That’s usually no problem unless they have commitments such as exams or a show coming up. Just let us know in advance if possible so we can make a note for the teacher. Missed classes will not be credited or refunded. Term dates are posted on our monthly newsletters and on our socials, we also send out emails as reminders so you can plan accordingly.

What Our
Dancers Say

Dancers of all ages have found encouragement, growth, and joy at Just Dance Orkney. Here’s what they have to say.
A Professional and Inspiring Environment
I have 3 daughters who have all benefitted from the excellent dance tuition at Just Dance Orkney. Jo has a fun, inclusive, yet disciplined and professional approach to her classes and provides endless opportunities for her students to perform, sit exams and develop their dancing careers, as well as many opportunities to learn and be inspired by other professionals, at home and away. Her choreography is incredible and I would highly recommend her dance school to anyone wishing to dance at any level in Orkney.
Brilliant Teaching That’s Also Great Fun
Jo is brilliant with all ages & teaches with precision whilst making the lessons great fun. I would thoroughly recommend Just Dance for any child interested in dancing.
A Big Welcoming Dance Family
My daughter has attended Just Dance since she was 3, starting with Ballet and progressing to Tap, Modern, Jazz and Contemporary. Jo has always made dancing fun. The Dance Shows give the kids great confidence on stage doing what they love. Daisy has progressed through exams going up the grades in all forms of dance, Just Dance always achieves excellent exam results due to the hard work put in by the pupils and Jo. Most of all Just Dance is a big welcoming dance family!
Support to Chase Her Dream
My daughter has been dancing with Jo since she was 5 years old, she’s now 14. Jo has helped her to grow as a dancer and provided her with lots of performance opportunities on the stage and off. Jo has supported and encouraged Ailsa to sit her ISTD and RAD exams. Ailsa’s self confidence has grown and Jo has given her the belief to chase her dream of becoming a professional dancer.
She’s Flourished Through Dance
My daughter has been a pupil for the last 3 years and started doing Modern, she loved it so much she enrolled in ballet, jazz, PBT and contemporary. Her dancing has built up her confidence and brought her out of her shell. This is all down to the friendly and professional setting Just Dance offers and along with their encouragement, she has flourished. We highly recommend it!

Where to find us

The Fonteyn Studio
Crowness Crescent
Hatston Industrial Estate
Kirkwall
KW15 1GJ

CONTACT US

info@justdanceorkney.co.uk
07860 794306

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Get in touch

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have a question about classes, enrolment, or anything else, feel free to reach out!

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