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Academy of Dance, Acrobatics & Performing Arts
School Of The Year 2025 - Co Antrim
Welcome to our dance family and Award Winning dance school
At Active Dansa, we offer an inclusive and vibrant dance training environment in Lisburn (Northern Ireland), with a wide variety of classes designed to suit all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re looking to pursue a professional dance career or simply want to enjoy dance recreationally, our passionate team is here to support you every step of the way.
Our school offers a wide range of dance classes to suit all preferences: Ballet, Modern Jazz, Hip Hop/Commercial, Lyrical, Contemporary, Acrodance, Musical Theatre as well as Performing Arts (Singing, Acting and Dancing).
Why join AD ?
Dance School of the Year 2025 – Co. Antrim
Finalist: Dance Teacher of the Year 2025 (Mariona Hawkins)
School of Jazz 2025 Finalist
Classes held in dedicated, purpose-built dance facilities in Lisburn city centre
Two state-of-the-art studios
Programmes for all ages and abilities, from 30 months through to adults
Opportunities to participate in:
Graded and vocational examinations
Achievement Awards through respected exam boards
Highly trained and fully qualified dance teachers
Registered teachers with:
British Ballet Organisation (bbodance)
International Performing Arts & Theatre (I-PATH)
Certified Acrobatic Arts Studio
Wide range of dance styles, including:
Syllabus / exam classes
Non-syllabus recreational classes
Adult classes suitable for all experience levels
Private lessons available for tailored instruction
Performance and enrichment opportunities including:
Two spectacular annual showcases
Summer Musical Productions open to all students
Summer schemes and workshops
Half-term camps and themed parties
Highly achieving, and Award–winning competition team
At Active Dansa, we’re more than just a dance school, we’re a family. Join us and be part of a supportive community where every dancer can flourish!
‘‘Mariona is dedicated to her students and passionate about dance too. Thank you for helping our daughter grow as a dancer and young woman. The best dance school!’’
- Aimee’s Father
