Ballroom and Latin Dance Club
University of Surrey's Ballroom and Latin Dance Club. Train, perform, and connect in a vibrant dance community for every level.
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Student full year membership
full year membership
-£65Welcome to BLDC Learn to dance, perform and compete
Classes & Coaching
We offer a range of classes for all different abilities, whether you're a complete beginner or an advanced competitor:
- Beginner
- Novice
- Intermediate/Advanced
Our classes are led by our coaches Michael and Nika, professional Ballroom and Latin dancers and UK 10-Dance Champions, with numerous Junior and Amateur Championship titles, their teaching combines top level experience with a passion for helping dancers grow. Our Team Captains also are there to teach and support classes.
Throughout the week, we run:
- Technique classes
- Competitive choreography sessions
- Open practices
- Performance and social dance rehearsals
Competitions
Throughout the year, we take part in numerous friendly competitions between other universities which is a fun and supportive way to gain experience.
We also compete in:
- SUDA (Southern University Dance Association)
- IVDA (Inter Varsity Dance Association) held in the iconic Empress Ballroom in Blackpool.
(Your scores here go towards your National University ranking)
Members of BLDC can borrow outfits from our club wardrobe, available to all abilities.
Strictly Come Surrey
In collaboration with other societies such as Stage Crew and Stag TV, Strictly Come Surrey is a spectacular show where club members get to be the "pros" and teach a celebrity (nominated by students) how to dance.
Expect:
- Show stopping group performances
- Glitz and Glam
- An atmosphere just like Strictly Come Dancing!
What You’ll Learn
You'll train in all 10 dances
Ballroom:
- Waltz
- Quickstep
- Foxtrot
- Tango
- Viennese Waltz
Latin:
- Cha Cha Cha
- Jive
- Samba
- Rumba
- Paso Doble
Socials
We host a variety of socials throughout the year, from:
- Glamorous Winter Balls
- Games Nights
- Drinking socials like pub crawls and themed nights out
- Non-drinking socials like movie nights and chill get-togethers
- Wellbeing socials
Members can have fun on and off the dance floor.
Committee Members
Signatories
Mylene Harrison
President
Holly Thomas
Vice President
Katie Walsh
Treasurer
Wellbeing Champions
Chloe Boniface
Christina Noble-Tsavaris
Elena Clifford-Baynes
Katie Walsh
Layla Munday
Non-Signatories
Jenapa Mahadumrongkul
Beginner Rep
Max Reeves
Social Media Sec
Max Reeves
Social Sec
Elena Clifford-Baynes
Social Sec
Jenapa Mahadumrongkul
Team Captain
Maia Radwanski
Team Captain
Abi Booth
Vice Team Captain
Products
Bath competition
From £15
Bristol competition
From £10
Christmas Dinner
£22
Fundraiser- Bring a friend to Ballroom
£2
Gradsport Ball
From £5
IVDC
From £15
Kukri pullovers
From £45.11
Leatherhead
From £10
Quiz and bingo night
£3
Reading Competition
From £5
Southampton
From £5
Student full year membership
£65
Student semester 1 membership
£32.50
Student semester 2 membership
£32.50
SUDA Competition
From £10
Constitution
Aims
To provide regular Ballroom and Latin dance training and practice opportunities for members of all experience levels. To create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where members can participate safely and confidently. To promote physical health, wellbeing, coordination, and confidence through dance and physical activity. To encourage social interaction and community building through classes, socials, performances, and events. To support skill development and progression, from beginner participation to competitive dancing where desired. To represent the club positively within the university and wider dance community through events, collaborations, and competitions.
Existence
To provide an inclusive, welcoming environment where members can learn, practice, and enjoy Ballroom and Latin dance while promoting physical wellbeing, confidence, teamwork, and social connection.