Shappelles Dance Studio
Shappelles is a family-run dance studio based at The Bridge in Ystrad Mynach, South Wales. Formerly known as New Cottage Dance Centre, the school teaches children and adults for recreation, social dancing, fitness, performance and DanceSport competition.
Its main venue also hosts weddings, seminars and other functions. In addition to classes at Ystrad Mynach, Shappelles provides children's dance sessions at community venues in Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly.
Classes and programs
- Ballroom and Latin for children and adults
- Competitive DanceSport coaching
- Formation dance
- Salsa
- Disco and Hip Hop for children
- Under-six movement and music classes
- Under-12 and under-16 development groups
- Beginner through advanced adult partner classes
- Solo Ballroom and Latin for adults
- Dance fitness and yoga
- Wedding first-dance preparation
- Private lessons, shows and event entertainment
Adult pathways range from complete beginner to advanced. Solo courses provide an option for dancers attending without a partner, while children's programs support both recreational participation and progression toward competition.
Coaching and competition
Shappelles has a long record in British Ballroom, Latin and formation competition. The school's Ystrad Fawr formation teams have won numerous British formation titles, and Shappelles has trained British and World Championship dancers.
In 2023, the studio's Alegria Formation Team won Welsh, British and World Championship titles. The team was coached by Kay Perry and Lloyd Griffiths. Other teachers associated with the school's Ballroom and Latin program include Sean Perry and Ella Perry.
Locations
Main studio
Shappelles, The Bridge
Ystrad Mynach, Hengoed
Caerphilly CF82 7ED, United Kingdom
Children's satellite classes are also offered at Dowlais Community Centre in Merthyr Tydfil and St Helen's Church in Caerphilly. Dancers should confirm the current venue and timetable before attending.
Contact
- Phone: +44 1443 815909
- Email: info@shappelles.com
- Website: shappelles.com