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What Families and Students Say
Real reviews from parents, children and adults who dance with us.
“As a complete ballet beginner I wasn't sure what to expect, but I absolutely love it. The group is so welcoming and the teacher is patient and encouraging. I can't recommend it enough.”
“Since joining, my daughter has been so happy. She comes out of every class with a huge smile on her face and calls it her happy place. I can't thank the team enough.”
“My daughter is very shy and I worried she wouldn't want to dance without me, but the teachers have been so supportive. She loves it here and asks to go every day.”
“As a complete ballet beginner I wasn't sure what to expect, but I absolutely love it. The group is so welcoming and the teacher is patient and encouraging. I can't recommend it enough.”
“Since joining, my daughter has been so happy. She comes out of every class with a huge smile on her face and calls it her happy place. I can't thank the team enough.”
“My daughter is very shy and I worried she wouldn't want to dance without me, but the teachers have been so supportive. She loves it here and asks to go every day.”
“My daughter absolutely loves coming to ballet. The teachers are really lovely and she looks forward to every class.”
“I'm loving the adult tap classes. They're really challenging but fun, with great teachers and a friendly atmosphere for all abilities.”
“My daughter loves her hip hop Tuesday afternoon class. It's a fun session she looks forward to every week.”
“JA has had such a positive influence on my son. Dance and performing are his passion and he loves his dance family. The support, care and kindness he receives help him reach his potential and give him the structure and routine he thrives on.”
“I only joined last week but I absolutely love it. The moment I walked in everyone made me feel so welcome. I couldn't recommend JA enough.”
“My daughter started JA Performing Arts last month and has loved every second. The teachers are friendly and welcoming and she has made so many friends. We are proud to be part of the JA family.”
“My daughter has recently joined JA Performing Arts but says it feels like she has been there forever. She has settled in so well, everyone is welcoming and her confidence has really grown. I would definitely recommend JA to anyone thinking of sending their child.”
“My daughter has been with JA Performing Arts for over a year and has completely transformed into a confident little performer. The classes are very well run and professional and dance is where she is most happy.”
“I've only been able to take a few adult ballet classes so far, but it has been a really lovely experience. People of all levels are encouraged and supported, whether you're there for fitness, technique or just for fun.”
“I joined adult ballet after not dancing since my teens. The classes are brilliant, everyone made me feel at ease and the teacher is so approachable. A great place with great people.”
“Fantastic, friendly, highly skilled team. My daughter's confidence has grown so much since joining and her technique is improving week after week. It's so lovely to see her enjoying ballet and I highly recommend JA.”
“I am loving the adult jazz class I attend. It's so nice to be able to dance again and everyone has made me feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend JA.”
“My daughter was so proud to receive 'student of the week' and we're all proud of her. Her teacher has brought out such confidence. She adores her lessons and always comes out with a big smile.”
“My daughter joined JA after a trial and hasn't looked back. Some weeks she has found hard, but with determination and the teachers' support she always keeps trying. She performed in her first show and now can't wait to do it all again next time.”
“I have three children at JA plus myself in adult classes. The children love it and their first show. As an adult returning to dance I was nervous, but my teacher's support made me feel I could do anything.”
“I joined JA at the start of the year, my confidence has grown and I've met some really lovely people. I took part in their show and loved it so much. Everyone has been so welcoming.”
“My daughter has loved every second since starting JA. She gets so excited on dance days, has gained loads of confidence and made lovely friends. Watching her first show was emotional. We feel very lucky to be part of the JA family.”
“I wanted JA to help my daughter build confidence and it exceeded my expectations. From the first trial she was welcomed and came out buzzing. Watching her shine in the show was beautiful and emotional.”
“My daughter has been attending ballet and acro with JA since February and thoroughly enjoys the classes. The teachers are amazing, friendly and welcoming and she has made so many friends. She loved performing in her first show and her confidence and self-esteem have really grown.”
“My daughter started with ballet and now does tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theatre and acro. She was shy at first but the teachers' patience and encouragement have given her such confidence. She has found somewhere she truly enjoys.”
“As a complete ballet beginner I wasn't sure what to expect, but I absolutely love it. The group is so welcoming and the teacher is patient and encouraging. I can't recommend it enough.”
“Since joining, my daughter has been so happy. She comes out of every class with a huge smile on her face and calls it her happy place. I can't thank the team enough.”
“My daughter is very shy and I worried she wouldn't want to dance without me, but the teachers have been so supportive. She loves it here and asks to go every day.”
“My daughter absolutely loves coming to ballet. The teachers are really lovely and she looks forward to every class.”
“I'm loving the adult tap classes. They're really challenging but fun, with great teachers and a friendly atmosphere for all abilities.”
“My daughter loves her hip hop Tuesday afternoon class. It's a fun session she looks forward to every week.”
“JA has had such a positive influence on my son. Dance and performing are his passion and he loves his dance family. The support, care and kindness he receives help him reach his potential and give him the structure and routine he thrives on.”
“I only joined last week but I absolutely love it. The moment I walked in everyone made me feel so welcome. I couldn't recommend JA enough.”
“My daughter started JA Performing Arts last month and has loved every second. The teachers are friendly and welcoming and she has made so many friends. We are proud to be part of the JA family.”
“My daughter has recently joined JA Performing Arts but says it feels like she has been there forever. She has settled in so well, everyone is welcoming and her confidence has really grown. I would definitely recommend JA to anyone thinking of sending their child.”
“My daughter has been with JA Performing Arts for over a year and has completely transformed into a confident little performer. The classes are very well run and professional and dance is where she is most happy.”
“I've only been able to take a few adult ballet classes so far, but it has been a really lovely experience. People of all levels are encouraged and supported, whether you're there for fitness, technique or just for fun.”
“I joined adult ballet after not dancing since my teens. The classes are brilliant, everyone made me feel at ease and the teacher is so approachable. A great place with great people.”
“Fantastic, friendly, highly skilled team. My daughter's confidence has grown so much since joining and her technique is improving week after week. It's so lovely to see her enjoying ballet and I highly recommend JA.”
“I am loving the adult jazz class I attend. It's so nice to be able to dance again and everyone has made me feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend JA.”
“My daughter was so proud to receive 'student of the week' and we're all proud of her. Her teacher has brought out such confidence. She adores her lessons and always comes out with a big smile.”
“My daughter joined JA after a trial and hasn't looked back. Some weeks she has found hard, but with determination and the teachers' support she always keeps trying. She performed in her first show and now can't wait to do it all again next time.”
“I have three children at JA plus myself in adult classes. The children love it and their first show. As an adult returning to dance I was nervous, but my teacher's support made me feel I could do anything.”
“I joined JA at the start of the year, my confidence has grown and I've met some really lovely people. I took part in their show and loved it so much. Everyone has been so welcoming.”
“My daughter has loved every second since starting JA. She gets so excited on dance days, has gained loads of confidence and made lovely friends. Watching her first show was emotional. We feel very lucky to be part of the JA family.”
“I wanted JA to help my daughter build confidence and it exceeded my expectations. From the first trial she was welcomed and came out buzzing. Watching her shine in the show was beautiful and emotional.”
“My daughter has been attending ballet and acro with JA since February and thoroughly enjoys the classes. The teachers are amazing, friendly and welcoming and she has made so many friends. She loved performing in her first show and her confidence and self-esteem have really grown.”
“My daughter started with ballet and now does tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theatre and acro. She was shy at first but the teachers' patience and encouragement have given her such confidence. She has found somewhere she truly enjoys.”
In the Studio
Real, everyday moments from our children's and adult dance classes in Clacton, not just show nights. This is what most weeks actually look like.








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