Welcome to the JoAnn Latus School of Dance
Nurturing skill, confidence, and a love of dance since 1987
JoAnn Latus School of Dance has been nurturing dancers of all ages since 1987, offering expert training in Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, and Street Dance in Bedfordshire. Classes follow RAD and ISTD syllabi and are taught in a fun, friendly environment by fully qualified teachers.
With options for both children and adults, students can work towards exams or simply enjoy dancing for fun. Regular shows and performance opportunities help build confidence and a sense of achievement.
Whether you’re just starting out or returning to dance, JoAnn Latus School of Dance is a welcoming environment where everyone can grow and shine.
Our Dance Classes
We teach a variety of dance styles across different ages. Find a class to suit you on our timetable.
Our Ballet classes nurture poise, confidence, and discipline in a supportive environment, with opportunities to progress through the RAD syllabus.
Our Modern classes develop strength, flexibility, and performance quality, taught through the ISTD framework from beginner to advanced levels.
Our tap classes follow the ISTD syllabus, helping dancers master rhythm, timing, and footwork through engaging, structured lessons suitable for all ages.
Meet the team
JoAnn Latus
(Principal)
Jo teaches our ballet, tap and modern classes as well as our adult ballet class.
Ciara Hodgkiss
(Teacher)
Ciara teaches our modern, tap and street classes and our after school club at Eaton Bray Academy.
Clovissa Moodey
(Teaching Assistant)
Clo assists on our Tuesday evening classes, offering extra support and exam support where needed.
School Information
Term Dates
Term starts – Tuesday September 9thHalf term – Sunday October 19th – Sunday November 2nd
(2 weeks inclusive)
Term Ends – Wednesday November 26th
Location Details
We hold classes in three different community settings:Eaton Bray Village Hall, Eaton Bray
St Giles Church Hall, Totternhoe
Priory Church Hall, Dunstable
