Dance is an art, paint your dream and follow it.
We are based in Aylesham, Canterbury Kent, we offer fun and inspiring classes for ages 18 months to adults. From Ballet, Tap, Modern, and Acro to Street Dance, Musical Theatre, Tricks, Aerial Academy, and our Theatre School – there’s something for everyone.
Artists in Motion School of Dance
Welcome to our dance family!
At Artists in Motion, we’re more than just a dance school — we’re a community that believes in the power of movement to shape confident, resilient, and expressive young people. We’re passionate about nurturing every student who walks through our doors, helping them grow not only as dancers, but as artists and individuals.
Whether your child is dancing for joy, friendship, or dreams of a career on stage, we’re here to support their journey. Through expert teaching, encouragement, and a whole lot of heart, we provide a safe space where they can explore, discover, and truly thrive.
So come along — dare to grow, discover your passion, and unlock your child’s full potential through the joy of dance.
– Lisa Steadman, Principal
Artists in Motion School of Dance
Ballet
Tap
Modern
Musical Theatre
Singing
Street Dance
Tricks
Lyrical/Contemporary
Jazz
Boys Crew
Acro
Progressing Ballet Technique
Theatre School
Aerial Academy
Dance Classes for Children and Adults.
Our dance classes include:
Join us today - Be a part of something special!
Parent And Tot
18 Months - 2 Years
Our parent and tot classes are the perfect introduction for our youngest dancers. Laying the foundation for a lifelong love of dance.
Preschool
3 - 4 Years
Our preschool dance classes encourages creative movement and builds confidence in a fun, nurturing environment.
Minis
4 - 7 Years
Watch your child’s confidence soar as they learn new skills, make friends, and participate in a creative and nurturing learning environment.
Juniors
7 - 10 Years
Our juniors develop skills that will support them in Secondary school as they build on their dance technique and take on new challenges.
Seniors
11 - 13 Years
A welcome break from the intensity of secondary school life - our Seniors enjoy exploring their creativity and expressing themselves in the studio.
Inters
13 - 18 Years
Our Inters take their dance education up a notch as they work to a high level with the opportunity to complete exams that provide UCAS points.
Our Faculty
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Miss Lisa- Principal, Founder, CEO
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Miss Fabienne- Vice-Principal
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Miss Niamh- Teacher, Admin Team
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Miss Tracey- Teaching Assistant, Safe Guarding Leader
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Miss Jody- Teacher
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Miss Brooke- Teacher
Testimonials
My daughter absolutely loves everything about AIM; the friendships she has made and the confidence she has gained since joining Miss Lisa’s classes is staggering!
- Emily, Parent
Genuinely couldn’t be happier with AIM and its fantastic teachers. My daughter has her heart set on a career in dance and AIM has proven to be the place that will make her dream a reality.
- Amy, Parent
My eldest has been dancing here for nearly 6 years. She has progressed beautifully and grown in confidence. The teachers go above and beyond for their students. Lovely community to be a part of.
- Alice, Parent
Additional Opportunities
We pride ourselves on facilitating a well-rounded dance education for our students.
This involves the performance and educational opportunities beyond our student’s weekly classes.
✅Accredited exams ISTD Ballet tap and modern, acrobatic arts, IPATH.
✅ 2 Theatre school productions every year.
✅ Bi-annual lower and upper school shows.
✅ Festivals and competitions in South East.
✅ Local fetes and carnivals.
✅ Bi-annual mini’s Christmas concert.
✅ Bi-annual AIM Competition.
✅Half-term workshops, masterclasses, boot camps and summer schools.
✅Annual school awards ceremony and graduation ceremony.
✅ Social events - Halloween, Easter and Christmas parties.
✅ Theatre trips.
✅Audition support, industry career planning and advice consultations.
✅ Annual parents observation week.
