Angela Rippon Dance Challenge
TAPA TAPPERS — champions of the inaugural challenge.
Oakengates · Telford · Shropshire
Telford Academy OfPerforming Arts
Dance. Perform. Belong.
A friendly performing arts school offering dance classes for children and adults in a welcoming, supportive environment.
BALLET · TAP · STREET DANCE · MUSICAL THEATRE · CLASSES FOR ALL AGES
Find your class
Something for everyone.
From first steps to adult classes, explore the styles available at the academy.
Choose a class above to see which days it runs and the scheduled times.
Our achievements
Hard work worth celebrating.
We’re proud of our students and the opportunities they earn through commitment and teamwork.
All England Dance Finals
Students have qualified for the All England Dance Finals.
High Street Hero 2026 Nomination
Nominated for the Telford & Wrekin High Street Heroes awards in recognition of its strong community role and family-friendly environment.
High Street Heroes Recognition
Named as a High Street Heroes Winner for Oakengates, including in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Certified ISTD Training
Operates as a certified center for the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), offering globally recognized dance certifications.
New RAD Musical Theatre Syllabus
The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) has released an exciting new Musical Theatre syllabus. Telford Academy of Performing Arts to be the first school in Shropshire to teach these new classes.
Memories from TAPA
Photo album.
Performances, competitions, celebrations and everyday moments from Telford Academy of Performing Arts — all together in one album.
Open the album and browse through the photos using the previous and next controls. The academy can add new photos to this same album in the website files.
Telford Academy · Photo Album
Event album
Shows & Performances
Photos from this album will be added by the academy. Please check back for event memories.
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Memories from TAPADance · Perform · Belong
Plan your week
Class timetable.
Select a day to view rota information. Please confirm class times and availability with the academy.
Select a day to view the classes scheduled in Studio 1 and Studio 2.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions.
What ages can join?
Classes are available from around 2½ years through to adults, depending on the class.
Do I need experience?
There are classes for different ages and levels. Contact the academy for help choosing the right group.
Are there membership fees?
The academy advertises no membership fee and pay-as-you-go options. Please confirm current prices when enquiring.
What should I wear?
Clothing and footwear depend on the class. Check with the academy before your first session.
How do I book?
Call or email the academy to ask about class availability and booking.
Say hello
Contact Us!
Have a question or want to find a class? Get in touch and we’ll help you get started.
Phone
07837 880012
Address
Unit 2, 10 Oxford Street, Oakengates, Telford, TF2 6AA
For class availability, age groups, prices or what to bring, contact Kerry directly.
Email an enquiry