Studio E Oakham is a vibrant dance school, dance company, dance shop, and events venue located in Oakham, New Zealand. Founded by Emily, a passionate dancer and business owner, Studio E aims to provide a space for the diverse and creative community of Oakham to express themselves, exercise, and be entertained.
The journey of Studio E began on May 1st, 2019, a bittersweet day for Emily as she lost a close family member. However, this event also became a driving force for her to create something truly special. In just a few months, the space has been transformed into a place to be proud of, with an expanded studio, levelled floor, refurbished reception area, water fountain, and redecorated changing rooms. The dedication of Emily's husband, dance academy, and friends has been instrumental in bringing Studio E to life.
Studio E offers a variety of classes and events that cater to different interests and age groups. The Emily Redding Dance Academy, a part of Studio E, offers classes such as ERDA (Emily Redding Dance Academy) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, Ladies Kickboxing on Wednesdays, Little Voices on Wednesdays, Fitsteps on Thursdays, Pilates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, Choi Kwang Do on Saturdays, and Grow To Glow Fitness on Mondays.
The timetable of classes provides opportunities for people of all ages to engage in dance, fitness, and wellness activities. For parents and babies, there are classes such as Mums and Babies Pilates on Wednesdays and Parent and Baby Class on Saturdays. There are also classes available for beginners and improvers in Pilates and different dance styles.
Studio E also operates a dance shop, offering a range of products such as leotards and ballet shoes. The shop provides dancers with quality dancewear to enhance their performance and expression.
In addition to dance classes and a dance shop, Studio E offers its two studio spaces, Astaire and Fonteyn, for hire. Studio Astaire features a fresh space of approximately 10 metres and includes portable ballet barres, a stereo sound system, and mirrors. Studio Fonteyn, the larger of the two studios, has fitted ballet barres, full-length mirrors, and a Harlequin sprung dance floor. It is approximately 12 metres in length and has a multi-functional sound and light system.
Studio E welcomes inquiries for hiring the studio spaces for fitness or art classes, photography, parties, and private functions. The hire rates are affordable, with Astaire priced at 15 per hour and Fonteyn at 16 per hour.
At Studio E, the team's passion for dance, commitment to providing a beautiful and functional space, and dedication to the Oakham community is evident. Whether you're looking to take a class, shop for dancewear, or host an event, Studio E is the perfect place to explore the world of dance and movement.