Kind words from the families and dancers who make Gillian Jones Dance Academy such a special community.
My two daughters have attended the Gillian Jones Dance Academy since 2018. They love going to classes every week, learning new skills and making new friends all within a caring, inclusive and nurturing environment. Gillian and the teachers are friendly, dedicated and supportive. They strive to ensure that each child not only reaches their full dance potential but more importantly gains an inner confidence that will carry the children well through all aspects of their lives. I can’t recommend Gillian and the academy highly enough.
Sara JohnstonParent
Our daughter has been attending since she was 6 and is now 10, and we’ve seen such amazing growth in both her dance skills and confidence. Gillian is fantastic with children of all abilities and creates such a supportive, encouraging environment. It’s not just about technique — it’s about self-expression and having fun. We’re so grateful to be part of such a wonderful dance community!
Zoe KyleParent
I started dancing with Gillian Jones when I was five years old, and I have kept it on for eleven years since then! Gillian is a great teacher and she is so nice and really gets to know everyone. If I or anyone else don’t understand something or just need to go over a dance she’s always willing to help! I enjoy dancing very much and I would say it is a high point of my week!
Aoife MurphyStudent
I love going to classes with Gillian, I love dancing, Gillian makes it fun and she is really and nice and kind and is a really good teacher!
Rosa MurphyStudent
My two daughters have attended Gillian Jones for 8 and 10 years and they are still going strong and absolutely love it. Gillian and her team are fantastic teachers with endless enthusiasm. Both girls have progressed steadily through their grades and love the lessons and the end of year shows. I cannot recommend Gillian highly enough!!
Debbie MurphyParent
I’ve been dancing at Gillian Jones Dance Academy for 10 years. I’ve literally grown up here. My Thursday’s are a 3 hour session. I spend the first hour volunteering with the younger class which is helping me tick off for my Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. Then I have 2 hours of Grade 6 Ballet and Jazz classes. It’s such a good workout and the best part is just catching up and dancing with all my friends. I honestly couldn’t imagine a week without it!
Maisie ScottStudent
My daughter has been attending lessons with Gillian Jones Dance Academy for 3 years now since the age of 3! She has grown in confidence as well as skill! Gillian has always been so friendly, approachable and accommodating. My youngest daughter has just recently started and absolutely loves it! The yearly Dance Extravaganza to showcase all the children's efforts is amazing and something both children and adults really look forward to! All of the teachers are Super! Highly recommended!
Caoimhe HamillParent
Classes for ages 3 to 19 in East Belfast, Newtownabbey and Lisburn.