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Carole Davies, Ballroom and Latin Dance Teacher

Hi, my name is Carole Davies

I started dancing when I was 7 years of age at a local Ballroom and Latin school, run by Audrey Wallace, and have danced ever since. Having completed my medals at 16, I decided to dance on the “open circuit”, when I started having lessons in London with Sydney Francis, and Eric Donaldson, Len Goodman, Alan and |Hazel Fletcher, Richard Gleave, David and Denise Weavers, and competed, more regularly. During this time I danced all over the country and also represented England abroad.  |I have a wealth of knowledge and experience I am happy to pass this on.

In 1975 I decided to hang up my amateur dance shoes and turn professional, wherein spent 2 years demonstrating and competing at professional level before deciding to teach. I worked for Len Goodman for a year, and then decided to start my own school and taught in halls for a couple of years, before the opportunity arose to purchase the studio at 1a Elm Road, Leigh, where I have taught ever since.

Many of my pupils have gone onto dance professionally on cruise ships, west end shows, teach and Matthew Cutler ex-Latin open British Champs at the age of 11yrs. However what I pride myself on most is many children have gone through the school and look back on their childhood dancing days with great joy.

Carole French – on the far right above,.

EVERYONE CAN ENJOY DANCING only a few will be champions.

I pride myself on having a very successful school, achieving a high standard of dance, whilst retaining a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Newcomers of all ages, grades and capabilities are always made to feel very welcome on any class, or lesson, so whether you wish to dance to a high standard or simply get round the floor, whether you wish to start a new social life or use it as a form of exercise we have a place for you.

We specialise in people with ‘TWO LEFT FEET’, SO DONT BY SHY COME ALONG. LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU SOON.

Carole