DANCE WITH US


Weekly Dance Classes

  • More than 50 weekly dance classes for solo/couple.

  • Join us in September & February annually.

  • Suitable for both, beginning & advanced dancers.

Choose your weekly dance class

Workshops & Miniseries

  • In-house or international guest teachers.

  • Improve skills.

  • Explore new dance styles.

Join a workshop/miniseries

Private or Group Trainings

  • Tailored programs for individuals, couples, and groups.

  • Customized to meet your specific needs.

  • Specializing in wedding opening dances, team building, and guest workshops.

Book a private/group training

SOCIAL DANCE

The social dance activities held by the Shoonya Dance Centre not only give dancers a place to practise their steps but also help to build a sense of community and unite individuals through the joy of dance. To give diversity and excitement to the social dancing events, the Centre occasionally welcomes guest DJs or live bands.

Social Dance Calendar
  • Ik volg les bij Shoonya Dance Centre, Gent en ik kan het 100% aanbevelen. Een prachtig herenhuis, heel aangename sfeer en prima lesgevers

    Mia

  • Amazing school! I followed flamenco, belly dance and salsa and the 3 different teachers are great, kind, and fun. I definitely recommend this school.

    Liliana

  • Super happy with the Shoonya School. Being an adult its not easy to find something that fits you!

    Klawa

  • Best dance classes in Gent city. Very nice ambience with vintage feel, nice cafeteria and spacious dance halls for classes. Highly recommend it!

    Himanshu

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (F.A.Q)

  • Unless otherwise specified, all classes are for people aged 12 and up.

    • Level 1: Beginner (for absolute beginners with no prior dance experience)

    • Level 2: Advanced Beginner (with 1-2 years of experience)

    • Level 3: Intermediate (with 2-4 years of experience, classes move faster and include more complex combinations)

    • Level 4: Intermediate Advanced (with more than 4 years of experience, invitation-only or after discussion with the teacher)

    • Level 5: Advanced (for highly experienced dancers)

    • Open Level: Mixed level class suitable for all levels

  • Our membership fees depend on the course you choose and are charged per person. We don’t offer payment per class. You can find all prices under Courses > [the course you’d like to join] on our website.
    Payment is required at the time of registration.

  • Absolutely. You can join our free trial classes during our Open House Days, held three times a year—in September, February, and June. It’s the perfect chance to meet our teachers, explore different dance styles, and get a feel for the studio.
    To see the upcoming dates, just visit the calendar on our website. No registration is needed—simply drop in and dance.

    • You should wear shoes that are appropriate for your dance style. More information on this can be found on our website under the page of a specific dance style.

    • Only appropriate dance shoes, bare feet, and socks are permitted in our studios. Please change into your dance shoes outside the dance studios.

  • During your dance class, it is advisable to wear comfortable clothing that allows the teacher to observe your body lines and provide necessary corrections. In your first class, you will receive additional information specific to your dance style.

  • Yes. All students are insured for accidents and civil liability during their class activities through Danspunt. A mandatory contribution for this insurance is already included in the registration fee.
    Please note that the insurance applies only during classes led by our instructors.

  • No, you need to register with a dance partner for all partnered dance classes (except Lindy Hop). If you’re looking for someone to team up with, you can use our closed Facebook group Shoonya Dance Forum to find a partner before enrolling.
    Both you and your partner must complete your individual registrations before attending the class.

  • Yes. Eligible students under the age of 25 receive a 12% discount. You’ll be asked to upload a valid student ID during the registration process.

  • Yes. If you enrol in more than one course during the same semester, you’ll receive a 12% discount on each additional course.

  • Shoonya Dance Centre is an official UiTPAS partner. Residents of Ghent, Merelbeke, or Destelbergen who hold an UiTPAS with kansentarief (increased allowance) are eligible for an 80% discount on course fees. This discount does not apply to events and cannot be combined with other discounts.

    When you dance with us, you can also collect points on your UiTPAS, which can be used for other cultural and leisure activities in the region.

    Please ensure you genuinely have kansentarief before selecting this option—otherwise, you risk losing your payment. You can verify your status on the UiTPAS website before registering for a class.

  • Membership Fees / Workshops / Tickets / Miniseries:

    • Membership fees, workshop fees, ticket purchases, and miniseries registrations are non-refundable unless you cancel two weeks prior to the start date of your classes.

    • For any cancellation (for any reason), an administration fee of 20 euros per person will be charged.

    • Membership fees, workshop fees, and miniseries registrations are non-transferable.

    • In the case of a serious medical emergency, you may request to freeze your membership or miniseries registration and transfer it to another season. These transfers will be considered null and void one year after the start date of your original classes.

    • Membership fees, workshop fees, and miniseries registrations are fixed amounts and are not divisible.

    • Missed lessons or sessions from the miniseries cannot be refunded.

    • If Shoonya Dance Centre cancels a class, workshop, or miniseries session for any reason, we will provide a replacement or rescheduled session.

    • In the event that classes, workshops, or miniseries sessions cannot proceed due to force majeure (such as war, uprising, fire, etc.), we are unable to provide refunds.

    Please contact us at info@shoonyadance.com for any refund-related inquiries or to request a refund according to the above policies.