Since 1918
About us
A century of family-run dance education in Plymouth & Saltash.
Faculty
Our teachers
World-class, DBS-checked teachers with a wealth of stage experience.
On stage
Gallery
Performances, studio joy and the magic of show week.
Venues
Locations
Classes across Plymouth and in Saltash, with full addresses and maps.
Geraldine Lamb
Dance classes in Plymouth & Saltash
Award-winning classes in Plymouth & Saltash, from first steps at 18 months to Silver Swans over 55. The shows, the friendships, the feeling of belonging: this is the dance school you’ll wish you’d joined sooner.
Recognised & regulated by
1918
The Geraldine Lamb Dance School was established in Plymouth in 1918 and remains in the same family today. We encourage a natural love of music and movement, build our students' confidence and, of course, have a huge amount of fun.
Former students have performed professionally all over the world, including the West End and Broadway, on stage, in film and on television. Equally, our students go on to succeed in all walks of life, looking back on their days at GLDS with real affection.
Read our full storyAt Geraldine Lamb Dance School, we nurture dancers physically, mentally and emotionally, building skills that last a lifetime.
Physically
Coordination, strength and flexibility.
Mentally
Focus, memory and perseverance.
Emotionally
Confidence, self-expression and resilience.
Every child is nurtured and emotionally supported, helping them achieve the very best of their ability.
DBS-checked, fully-insured teachers trained to protect growing bodies and build good habits early.
Proud to be leading the way in dance education across the South West, with alumni on the West End & Broadway.
Exams, show nights and friendships you'll talk about for years. Sit this one out and you'll wonder what you missed.
“More of a family feel than a school.”
“They just don't teach the children to dance, they encourage them, believe in them and make every single child feel special.”
This is what a year at Geraldine Lamb Dance School looks like. Come for a taster and see it from the inside.
Performances, studio joy and show-stopping moments from our stages and socials.
From tiny toddlers to graceful over-55s. Pick an age group to see this term's actual classes, or browse by style.
Ages 18 months – 3 years
A magical first taste of dance, shared with a grown-up. Music, movement and imagination in a warm, welcoming space.
Ages 3+ to adult
Classical ballet taught the right way: safe, anatomically considerate and full of artistry. IDTA & RAD graded syllabus and examinations.
From 4 years
Rhythm, musicality and a whole lot of fun. Learn to make music with your feet.
Ages 4+ to adult
Expressive, versatile and dynamic: the foundation of theatre and commercial dance.
Ages 5+
Safe, progressive acro training that blends dance and gymnastics, delivered by certified Acrobatic Arts teachers.
Ages 5+
Sing, act and dance. Triple-threat training inspired by the West End and Broadway.
School age
Confident speaking, acting and performance, with LAMDA examinations.
Ages 8+
Fluid, grounded and emotive: modern movement that tells a story.
Secondary / teens
Build the strength, flexibility and stamina that great dancing demands.
Year 4 +
Progressing Ballet Technique: strength and muscle memory for cleaner, safer technique in every style.
Ages 55+
Ballet-inspired classes designed for older adults. Improve mobility, posture and wellbeing while making friends.
No experience needed. Come for a taster, feel the buzz in the room, then decide. Sitting it out is the only way to miss out.
Step 1
Tell us your dancer's age, or browse the timetable. We'll help you choose if you're not sure.
Step 2
Reserve a place online in a couple of minutes. No experience needed, and there's no pressure to enrol on the day.
Step 3
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. We'll welcome you, and take it from there.
Experienced, caring faculty with deep knowledge of dance and the current theatre scene. Train with them, or wonder what you missed.
Principal & Director
A remarkable teacher, performer and the driving force behind the Geraldine Lamb Dance School.
Dance Teacher
A highly qualified teacher whose dance journey began at GLDS, now bringing RAD, ISTD, Acro and Pilates expertise to our studios.
Commercial Dance Teacher
Performer, teacher and choreographer bringing commercial energy, company experience and creative fire to GLDS.
Dance Teacher
Fourth generation of the family; Disney Cruise Line performer, RAD PDTD graduate, and founder of Speech & Drama with Lara.
Dance Teacher
International principal ballerina and Thálie Award winner, now sharing a world-class career with our students.
Parents tell us why GLDS feels like home: dedicated teachers, growing confidence, and a genuine family feel.
I honestly don't think we could have found a more wonderful dance school for our daughter than Geraldine Lamb Dance School.
From the moment she joined it has been so much more than just dance lessons. We have watched her grow, find her own little spark and develop a real love and passion for dancing. Seeing the excitement on her face when she knows it's a dance day, and watching her come home full of stories about the new things she has learnt, means so much to us as parents.
The whole teaching team is amazing. They just don't teach the children to dance, they encourage them, believe in them and make every single child feel special. There is so much kindness, patience and genuine care behind everything they do, and that shines through in the children.
What makes the school feel so special is the wonderful sense of family and community. The friendship, the laughter and the encouragement make it a place our daughter genuinely loves being a part of. This has created memories we will treasure forever. We feel so lucky she gets to be a part of this school.
Five stars really doesn't seem enough.
We've found the dance school very welcoming from the moment we walked through the doors. My daughter settled in so well and has already achieved so much since joining.
There are lots of different classes to choose from and the whole school has such a lovely positive atmosphere.
An amazing dance school that we would highly recommend.
Great support and a wide range of classes. More of a family feel than a school.
I can't recommend Geraldine Lamb Dance School enough! It is more than a dance school and feels like we're part of a lovely big family.
The range of different dance classes is incredible and so are the amazing opportunities given. The teachers care so much about the children and encourage them to believe in themselves.
Our teaching is recognised and regulated by the industry's leading awarding and governing bodies.
Whether it’s your child’s very first ballet class or you’re returning to dance yourself, there’s a warm welcome waiting at Geraldine Lamb Dance School. The dancers who train with us leave with confidence, friendships and memories. Come and see what you’d be missing.
“They just don't teach the children to dance, they encourage them, believe in them and make every single child feel special.”
No experience needed · Come for a taster
