Take a break, feel the rhythm – dance, recharge, and connect with us

Looking to get up and move on your lunch break? Join us for a free dance class!

Located on The Dance Floor at Sadler’s Wells East in Stratford, these sessions are perfect for all skill levels and ages, whether you’re after a reason to get up from the desk, or live local and want to try something new.

With classes in a range of genres, boost your energy, meet new people and build your dance skills with us.

Our sessions are adapted for seated exercise, making them accessible for everyone.

Monday
Afro-Caribbean Fusion
Led by Miguel Gonzalez

Miguel will lead an Afro-Cuban and Caribbean dance fusion class – a vibrant cultural expression shaped by the blending of African rhythmic traditions, Spanish and Indigenous Taíno influences, and the diverse cultures brought to the Caribbean during the colonial era. Combining traditional movement, rhythm and contemporary influences, this energetic class invites everyone to explore the richness of Afro-Cuban and Caribbean dance in a fun, inclusive and welcoming environment, developing musicality, coordination and confidence while connecting through movement.

About Miguel Gonzalez
Born in Santiago de Cuba, Miguel trained and performed in Contemporary and Afro-Cuban dance for over 10 years with Cuba’s Danza Teatro del Caribe. Now based in the UK, he is a celebrated Afro-Cuban specialist, dancer, drummer, teacher, DJ and promoter, sharing his passion and expertise through teaching, performances and collaborations across the UK and Europe.

Wednesday
Funky Social Dance
Led by Isaac “Vitamin” Baptise

Vitamin will deliver fun and inclusive social dance workshops for people of all ages, designed primarily for enjoyment. Accessible to all abilities, the sessions will explore a variety of dance styles – occasionally including partner work – and be set mainly to classic 1970s funk music.

Participants will develop fitness, coordination, confidence and musicality in a relaxed, supportive environment that encourages creativity, social connection and a lifelong enjoyment of dance.

About Vitamin
Growing up in a Caribbean family, Isaac “Vitamin” found his love of music and dance at home – some of his earliest memories are of watching his mum dance around the house to her favourite records – before immersing himself in hip hop culture. Today, he is a respected dancer, choreographer and educator, founder of The Imperial Steps Dance Group and Plan Zer0, with over 20 years’ teaching experience in organisations like Step into Dance, Central YMCA, Paddington Arts and École Jeannine Manuel, championing inclusive dance for all.

Friday
Reggae & Soul Line Dance
Led by Weininger Irwin

Join Weininger for an uplifting Soul & Reggae Line Dancing class that combines easy-to-follow routines with great music and feel-good energy. Drawing on Soul Line Dancing, Reggae Salsa and Caribbean-inspired movement, these welcoming sessions invite everyone to get moving, connect with others and enjoy dancing together.

Set to a soundtrack of Soul, Motown, R&B, Reggae, Lovers Rock and classic floor-fillers, the classes focus on building confidence, coordination and fitness in a fun, social and supportive environment. Whether you’re completely new to line dancing or already know a few steps, you’ll be guided through the routines in a way that makes them accessible and enjoyable for all.

About Weininger
Best known as the UK’s first male Gladiators champion, Weininger Irwin brings his passion for movement, music and community into every class. An experienced teacher of Soul Line Dancing and Reggae Salsa, he is known for creating welcoming spaces where exercise feels enjoyable rather than intimidating.

Inspired by Soul, R&B, Reggae, Motown and Caribbean rhythms, Weininger’s approach puts fun and connection at the heart of the experience, encouraging people of all ages and abilities to dance, move and feel good together.

Inspired by the Music is Black exhibition at V&A East.