Welcome to Sheila Price Dance
The school was established in the 1950’s by Mrs Hill. Upon her retirement, the school was taken on by her daughter, Elizabeth Lewis (nee Hill). Mrs Lewis then retired in 2006, and the school was taken over by Sheila Price. In the summer of 2019, Sheila’s daughter, Beccy Clark, took over as Principal, and Sheila still teaches today.
Situated in the beautiful Cotswolds, we offer a wide range of classes, including RAD Ballet from Pre-Primary to Grade 8, ISTD Modern and Tap, and Contemporary Dance. Our students have the opportunity to take RAD Ballet and ISTD Modern examinations throughout the year, and we provide many exciting performance opportunities to showcase their skills.
More Than Just a Dance School
Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, we provide a safe, nurturing environment supporting every dancer. We offer a broad range of dance styles to develop versatile, confident, and expressive dancers, with skills valuable to all students regardless of the paths they choose beyond their school years.
We aim to provide a space where young people can grow in confidence and motivation, explore dance fully, and strengthen both body and mind. By inspiring them to take ownership of their progress, we help them develop life skills that last well beyond the dance studio.
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A Family Legacy: Three Generations of Dance
The Beginning
Founded by Mrs. Hill, the dance school began at the Victoria Hall in Bourton-on-the-Water.
Elizabeth Lewis Era
As the school grew, Mrs Hill’s daughter took over its leadership, introducing the new RAD syllabus.
Sheila Price Takes the Reins
With over 30 years of experience, Sheila led a new chapter for the school, expanding training to Grade 8 and vocational levels, introducing Modern and Tap, and establishing an annual showcase.
Beccy Vision
Beccy opened the Upper Rissington studio as the school’s main hub, combining traditional wisdom with contemporary teaching methods.
Dancing Across the Cotswolds
We offer classes across several locations with approximately 54 classes every week.
SPD Studio
Upper Rissington
Main studio, fully equipped, purpose-built space offering classes for all ages—from pre-school through to adults.
St Edward's Hall
Stow-on-the-Wold
Reception through to Adults.
Bourton Leisure Centre
Bourton-on-the-Water
Pre-School to Year 3 classes.