Like Dance
Welcome to Like Dance with Keith and Rachel Laughton. Teaching dance in Gloucester and the surrounding areas.
If you think you would like to learn to dance or you just like to dance then come on get those shoes on and join us!
With our experience and love for dance and music we provide a quality, fun and entertaining atmosphere in every class. Whether you are an absolute beginner, just need a refresher or are a seasoned dancer who wants to “keep dancing” we have classes for all ages and abilities.
Let dance into your life!
Latin dance classes
Latin dance classes
“From graceful and elegant to fun and flirty.”
At like dance we promise a friendly welcome for anyone wishing to begin to learn or further develop Ballroom and Latin American Dancing. We offer expert and experienced teaching and will always aim to create a stress free, relaxed environment in which to learn and develop the art of couple dancing.
Latin American Dances
Cha Cha Cha: Fun, cheeky and easy to learn, Cha Cha Cha is a great dance to introduce budding dancers to the wonderful world of Latin music and rhythm.
Rumba: Known as the dance of love, the Rumba is slow, sensuous and can be danced to some truly gorgeous music.
Jive: Characterised by turns, spins, kicks and flicks, the Jive can be danced to laid back R and B rhythms, right through to fast and furious Rock and Roll music. Whichever you enjoy, we’ve got the jive for you!
Samba: An adaptation of the Brazilian, carnival dance, the Samba is full of fun, bounce and uses uplifting music.
Ballroom dance classes
Ballroom dance classes
“From graceful and elegant to fun and flirty.”
At like dance we promise a friendly welcome for anyone wishing to begin to learn or further develop Ballroom and Latin American Dancing. We offer expert and experienced teaching and will always aim to create a stress free, relaxed environment in which to learn and develop the art of couple dancing.
Ballroom Dances
Waltz : This elegant dance has a lilting rhythm and is danced to beautiful, romantic music.
Quickstep: Characterised by groups of swift, light steps around the floor to up tempo music, this dance is great fun to learn.
Foxtrot : Get in touch with your smooth, suave side with this flowing dance that can be danced to a wide variety of music old and new.
Tango : A dramatic dance full of power and passion. Characterised by crisp, precise steps and sharp head and body actions, the Tango is always a favourite to learn.
Wedding dance classes
Wedding dance classes
“Your first dance for that most special of days.”
We believe your first dance at your wedding is the most important dance of your life, in front of an audience of family and friends, recorded on video and in photographs.
At like dance we can help you step out with confidence for your first dance.
Our wedding dance packages include consultation, teaching and advice. Whether you want to learn a few basic steps or dance a routine with more choreography, we can help make your first dance a treasured and enjoyable part of your special day.
We recommend that you contact us at least 4 months before your wedding, however we will always try to cater for your needs at short notice.
Private dance classes
Private dance classes
“One on one dance tuition, it’s all about you!”
Personal Tuition maybe the right option for you if: you feel self conscious or nervous in a class environment, prefer instruction to be tailored to your own speed or style of learning or are unable to attend scheduled classes due to shift work etc. You may wish to learn a dance style that is not covered in classes, learn a dance for a special occasion or simply supplement your classes with individual tuition.
Dance styles that we can offer in private lessons include Ballroom and Latin American, Salsa, Le Roc (modern jive), Argentine Tango, Rock ‘n’ Roll and more.
We are also able to provide training for professional qualifications for any aspiring dance teachers. Contact us for more information. We’ll be pleased to help you with your enquiry.
Children's dance classes
Children's dance classes
“Dancing for young feet.”
Dancing for children has so many benefits, it helps develop; coordination, good posture and poise, rhythm and appreciation of music. It provides an invaluable opportunity to exercise and have fun. We teach Ballroom and Latin American to children and young adults age 4-18. As fully qualified teachers with the International Dance Teachers Association, we offer opportunities for pupils to participate in the amateur award (medal test) scheme and Medalist Competitions.
Zumba classes
Zumba classes
“A fun way to burn those calories.”
Rachel has instructed Zumba in Gloucester since 2010 and loves the dance element of this exhilarating workout. Dubbed ‘exercise in disguise’, Zumba is suitable for all (over age 16).
Come and join in the Zumba experience, get fit, have fun and burn calories to great rhythms and feel good music.