Portadown Dance College

Portadown Dance College Portadown Dance College specialises in Ballet, Modern and Tap dance under ISTD. Examination and Fest We believe that everyone deserves the chance to dance!

Established over 30 years ago as the Donna Whitten Dance Studio, Portadown Dance College is one of longest running and best known dance schools in the area. We provide children with the opportunity to entre examinations in Ballet, Tap, Modern and contemporary all under the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance as well as take part in dance festivals and competitions all over Northern Ireland. Rach

el Stanfield (Principal) is a fully qualified ISTD teacher with a diploma in dance instruction and a degree in dance education. So along with our set syllabus classes we have also added Hip hop, Acro, Teen Fitness and Adult Dance Fitness so we have something to suit everyone. So what are you waiting for? Get in touch now! �PDC

✨Calling All Budding Ballerinas!✨Our magical Twinkle Toes classes are perfect for little dancers aged 18-36 months, with...
06/09/2026

✨Calling All Budding Ballerinas!✨

Our magical Twinkle Toes classes are perfect for little dancers aged 18-36 months, with parents joining in the fun too! 🩰💗

We’ve only got a few spaces remaining, so don’t miss out on the dancing, sparkling and confidence-building fun! ⭐

Weekday & Saturday Classes Available

Book your Twinkle Toes journey by messaging us today!

📍 20a Armagh road,
Portadown,
BT62 3DP
📞 0791 222 5445

New Term, Fresh Goals, and ready to LEAP right back into it! 🩰💫All classes start back week commencing the 7th of Septemb...
01/09/2026

New Term, Fresh Goals, and ready to LEAP right back into it! 🩰💫

All classes start back week commencing the 7th of September.

Here’s to Hard Work, Happy Memories and REACHING NEW HEIGHTS! 🤍✨

✨ DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND…ANOTHER NEW CLASS! ✨We’re so excited to announce that we’ve added yet another 3/4 Years Training...
30/08/2026

✨ DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND…ANOTHER NEW CLASS! ✨

We’re so excited to announce that we’ve added yet another 3/4 Years Training Class to our already expansive Term 1 Timetable! 🩰💖

With demand continuing to grow, we’re delighted to be able to offer even more of our youngest dancers the opportunity to join the PDC family!

Spaces are limited, so please contact us for more information or to secure your child’s place!

Big dreams start with little dancers… 🩰🥹



With our largest & longest Enrolment Open Day in history (10 1/2 hours 🤯) , TWO BRAND NEW TEACHERS joining the PDC team ...
25/08/2026

With our largest & longest Enrolment Open Day in history (10 1/2 hours 🤯) , TWO BRAND NEW TEACHERS joining the PDC team and an incredible 9 NEW CLASSES added to our already expansive timetable… we think it’s safe to say that 2026/27 is shaping up to be something very special!✨

To every one of our current students who has re-registered and every brand new student who has chosen to join the PDC family for the very first time….
THANK YOU! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you for choosing us, for trusting in us, and for continuing to support PDC. Most of all, thank you for enabling us to do what we truly love every single day. ✨🩰💖

Here’s to our biggest chapter yet… 2026/27,
We’re ready for you! 💪



20/07/2026

What a night! 💃✨

Our team danced the night away at the Dance World Cup Opening Ceremony, making memories that will last a lifetime. They partied hard with their teammates as well as created new friendships with dancers from around the world. An unforgettable part of an incredible week! 🌍❤️

Thank you Dance World Cup 2026 & Jo Arnett-Morrice for giving them this opportunity.

🌍✨ What a fantastic 5 days at the Dance World Cup for our Junior & Senior Teams…🌟 Junior Small Group Ballet - 10th in th...
19/07/2026

🌍✨ What a fantastic 5 days at the Dance World Cup for our Junior & Senior Teams…

🌟 Junior Small Group Ballet - 10th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Tap - 10th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Showstopper - 13th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Lyrical - 15th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Tap - 10th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Song & Dance - 13th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Showstopper - 16th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Lyrical - 23rd in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Jazz - 25th in the World

Competing on the world stage is an amazing achievement, and each and every one of you should be so proud of what you’ve accomplished. You’ve represented our school with talent, grace, and heart. Congratulations dancers, we are beyond proud of each and every one of you. 💖✨

A massive congratulations to our amazing senior dancer, Gracie, on placing 22nd in the World for her Contemporary Solo a...
18/07/2026

A massive congratulations to our amazing senior dancer, Gracie, on placing 22nd in the World for her Contemporary Solo at the Dance World Cup! 🌍✨

To stand among the very best dancers from across the globe is an extraordinary accomplishment, and we couldn’t be prouder of everything you’ve achieved. Your dedication, passion, hard work, and artistry have shone through every step of your journey.

Not to mention her fantastic group results…

🌟 Senior Large Group Tap - 10th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Song & Dance - 13th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Showstopper - 16th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Lyrical - 23rd in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Jazz - 25th in the World

Gracie, you have represented our school with such grace, determination, and talent. We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what the future holds!

Congratulations on this incredible milestone! 💖👏

12TH IN THE WORLD! 🌍🩰Congratulations to our beautiful ballerina, Ava, who placed an incredible 12th in the World in an e...
18/07/2026

12TH IN THE WORLD! 🌍🩰

Congratulations to our beautiful ballerina, Ava, who placed an incredible 12th in the World in an exceptionally talented Children’s Ballet Solo section at the Dance World Cup.

Your stunning technique, graceful artistry and captivating stage presence shone throughout your performance. Watching you perform with such elegance and poise is always a joy, and this incredible achievement is so well deserved.

Not to forget her fantastic group results…

🌟 Junior Small Group Ballet - 10th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Tap - 10th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Showstopper - 13th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Lyrical - 15th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Song & Dance - 13th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Showstopper - 16th in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Lyrical - 23rd in the World
🌟 Senior Large Group Jazz - 25th in the World

We are beyond proud of you, Ava! Keep reaching for the stars. ✨

A huge congratulations to sisters Lily & Maisy, who placed an incredible 16th in the World with their Song & Dance Duet ...
17/07/2026

A huge congratulations to sisters Lily & Maisy, who placed an incredible 16th in the World with their Song & Dance Duet at the Dance World Cup. 🌎🏆

Taking to the world stage is always special - but sharing that moment with your sister makes it even more unforgettable.

Performing the beautiful ‘For Good’ from Wicked was the perfect way to celebrate the bond you share, reminding us that some people truly do change us for good. 💖💚

The girls also shone bright with their amazing group results…

🌟 Children’s Large Group Song & Dance - 11th in the world
🌟 Junior Large Group Showstopper - 13th in the World
🌟 Junior Large Group Lyrical - 15th in the World

We are so proud of you both and this amazing achievement. Well done, girls! 👏✨

🚨Spaces are filling up fast… don’t miss out!🚨Registration for September 2026 is OPEN, and we now have very limited avail...
17/07/2026

🚨Spaces are filling up fast… don’t miss out!🚨

Registration for September 2026 is OPEN, and we now have very limited availability left. 😱🥰

Whether your child is taking their very first dance steps or looking to develop their skills, we’d love to welcome them to our award-winning dance family. 💖

🌟 Ages 18 months – 18 years
🌟 Classes for all Abilities
🌟 Training, Exam Work & Competition opportunities

📍 20a Armagh road,
Portadown,
BT62 3DP
📞 0791 222 5445

📩 Get in touch to enrol or find out more.

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20a Armagh Road
Portadown
BT623DP

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 6pm
Tuesday 3pm - 9pm
Wednesday 3pm - 10pm
Thursday 3pm - 9pm
Friday 6pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

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07912225445

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