Sparkling Stars (Ages 7-10)

Our Sparkling Stars program is where the magic of creative dance meets the 'wow' factor of real technique. Guided by our incredible teachers, dancers start building their strength and cool choreographic skills. It’s all about finding their groove, making best friends, and owning the stage with total confidence!

Cheer Dance Sparks Squad: Level 1

High energy meets high encouragement! This dance class is all about fun, teamwork, bravery, upbeat music, and pom poms. Children learn basic dance moves, simple routines, jumps, and tricks to develop physical strength and creativity. Join us for this exciting introduction to Cheer Dance!

  • Ages 5-11

  • Tuesdays 5:30pm to 6:15pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 Paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 1 Ballet

A beautiful introduction to classical ballet. Using the professional ISTD syllabus there is a focus on dance quality, alignment and expression through age-appropriate exercises. The atmosphere remains nurturing and lighthearted, ensuring every child has fun and feels proud mastering their first Ballet positions.

  • Ages 6+

  • Fridays 4:00pm to 4:45pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 1 Modern Theatre

A high energy, fun-filled and imaginative dance class using the ISTD Modern Theatre curriculum. Children explore theatrical rhythms and their unique style using story telling to build essential skills needed for higher level dance training.

  • Ages 6+

  • Fridays 4:45pm to 5:30pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 1 Tap

Making music with your feet! This dance class is incredibly engaging and fun, focusing on the rhythm and beats of the ISTD Tap syllabus. It develops focus and concentration as children learn to co-ordinate their movements to music, fostering a sense of timing and basic technical footwork.

  • Ages 6+

  • Fridays 5:30pm to 6:15pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Cheer Dance: Fire Squad (Level 2)

A high-energy, fun and athletic dance class focusing on more complex choreography, tricks, jumps and team performances. Our level 2 Cheer class challenges older children to develop leadership and team resilience, building the physical bravery and trust required to execute sequences

with confidence, precision and power.

  • Ages 10+

  • Tuesdays 5:30pm to 6:15pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 Paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 2 Tap

This ISTD Tap class develops a deeper understanding of sound, tone, and musicality. In this class we help dancers produce cleaner, faster and more precise rhythmic beats. Students also develop concentration, stage presence and achievement, whilst strengthening their core and lower body strength.

  • Ages 8+

  • Fridays 4:00pm to 4:45pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 2 Ballet

A beautiful progression in the grace and discipline of classical ballet. Continuing with the ISTD syllabus, we focus on Barre work, artistry, alignment and strength. While the atmosphere remains nurturing and lighthearted, students feel a deep sense of pride as they master more complex enchainment's and elevated footwork.

  • Ages 8+

  • Fridays 4:45 pm to 5:30 PM

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 2 Modern Theatre

A high energy, exciting and dynamic lyrical/jazz class, using the ISTD Syllabi. This dance class focuses on developing a deeper understanding of posture alignment, performance skills, and musicality, whilst using imagery and a wide range of music from pop to musical theatre!

  • Ages 8+

  • Fridays 5:30pm to 6:15pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 3 Tap

Working through the ISTD Tap syllabi, we introduce intricate rhythms and technical mastery. Students explore syncopated beats and faster footwork, building the discipline and percussive skills needed for professional tap performance while fostering a deep sense of musicality.

  • Ages 10+

  • Fridays 6:15pm to 7:00pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 3 Ballet

Advancing toward higher-level artistry. This ISTD Ballet class introduces advanced technical steps and challenges students with more complex combinations. Emphasizing refined turnout, coordination, and the poise required for senior-level work, dancers build the confidence needed for a greater sense of performance .

  • Ages 10+

  • Fridays 7:00pm to 7:45pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

Grade 3 Modern Theatre

Grade 3 ISTD Modern Theatre provides a fun, structured, high-standard syllabus improving technique, strength, and flexibility through traveling steps, kicks and turns. Boosting performance skills, Modern Theatre offers a versatile foundation for jazz and musical theatre, complementing Ballet and Lyrical training.

  • Ages 10+

  • Fridays 7:45pm to 8:30pm

  • £7.50 per session (£28.00 paid monthly)

  • The Hideaway, Stargaze Dance Academy

What our clients say…

Never-Ending Dance: Lilia’s Journey

"My daughter has been going to Stargaze since the age of 3 and has loved every minute! She absolutely loves all her classes and often comes home inspired to create her own routines, continuing to practice what she has learned. She literally never stops dancing and Stargaze has taught her so much. We are so happy to see her passion grow year after year!"

— Sam, parent of Lilia, age 9

From Shyness to Spotlight: Sophia’s Journey

"Sophia has been at Stargaze since she was 3. Naturally shy and reserved, she has absolutely flourished thanks to Gemma’s patience and support. Her confidence has grown beyond anything we imagined—we can’t believe it’s our shy little girl up there on stage! Stargaze has given Sophia so much confidence in herself and her body, allowing her to push herself in a safe environment. She absolutely loves the fun, well-structured classes!"

— Joanne, parent of Sophia, age 8

Confidence & Friendship: The Girls’ Journey

"I’m really happy with Stargaze; the teachers truly care and I’ve seen my children grow so much in confidence. When I asked my girls why they love it, they said they love the dances, they feel encouraged every time they perform, and they’ve made so many new friends.

It’s a place where they can work hard and learn, but also have a laugh along the way. It’s the perfect balance of discipline and fun!"

— Gemma, parent of Elle (8) and Norah (10)

Little Stars

(Ages 2–6)

Sparkling Stars

(Ages 7-10)

Shining Stars

(Ages 11-13)

Shooting Stars

(Ages 14+)

News/Events

Stay ahead of the curve with our exclusive experiences

At Stargaze Dance Academy, our news feed isn't just about dates—it's about the extraordinary opportunities we offer that help our students grow into confident, resilient performers.

From high-profile venue debuts such as Blackpool Tower Ballroom to international adventures on Broadway, New York, here's a glimpse at what’s coming across our horizon this season.....

Stargaze in Action:

The Countdown is On!

Witness The Magic As Our Dancers Take To The Stage This Spring.

🗓️ MARCH | The Stargaze Talent Show!: A high-energy platform for students to build performance bravery while competing for awards in a supportive community.

🗓️ APRIL | Blackpool Tower Ballroom: Our Senior Elite Team experiences "World-Class Pro" standards at this iconic venue, fostering discipline and poise.

FAQs

What should we wear to class?

We recommend comfortable dancewear (tights, leotards, or tracksuit pants) and appropriate shoes. Uniform details are shared at enrolment.

How do I book a class?

Booking is easy! Simply click any of the "Book a Class" buttons on our website to register. We offer trial sessions so your child can experience our nurturing environment before committing.

What makes Stargaze different from other studios?

With over 20 years of history in Egerton, we offer a unique experience that balances World-Class ISTD technical training with a deep focus on building the resilience, self-esteem, and confidence your child needs to succeed in life.

Being parents ourselves we understand the importance of a family-friendly, non-competitive environment. We take pride in prioritizing the joy of dance over pressure, focusing on personal growth and a love for movement. Instead of competitions we celebrate progress with engaging classes and friendly, yet professional performance opportunities.

We deeply nurture every student to foster a strong sense of belonging, all while infusing lessons with Miss Gemma’s unique "Disney experience and MAGIC" making every lesson enchanting!

We maintain outstanding communication with our parents, ensuring you're always informed and connected.

Are your teachers fully vetted?

Absolutely. All of our "Inspirational Mentors" are fully qualified, hold enhanced DBS checks, are fully insured, and have up-to-date safeguarding and first aid training. Providing a professional, safe space is our non-negotiable standard.

Term Dates

Term 4:

Mon 24th Feb – Sat 5th April

Term 5:


Tues 22nd April – Sat 24th May

Term 6:


Mon 2nd June – Sat 19th July

'WOW WEEKS':

Weeks 17th & 24th August

Our Location

Stargaze Dance Academy

The Hideaway, Blackburn Road, Egerton, Bolton, BL7 9SA

(free parking on site)

Blackburn Rd, Egerton, Bolton BL7 9SA, UK

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Stargaze Dance Academy

The Hideaway, Blackburn Road, Egerton, Bolton, BL7 9SA,

United Kingdom

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