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Dance Holidays with the stars of Strictly
Join us on one of our fabulous
Dance Holidays
where you can learn to dance with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing.
Donahey’s amazing 5* Dance Breaks feature 3 days of spectacular dance showcases as the ‘Strictly’ stars perform up close & personal for a truly intimate experience unlike any other.
Grab those dancing shoes for some of the best dance holidays and dance breaks in the UK.
You’ll enjoy 7 hours of Ballroom & Latin Dance lessons with the stars of Strictly Come Dancing, Champions of the Dancing World & your Donahey’s team – all tailored specifically to your dancing ability.
Plus enjoy dancing & listening to The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Ballroom & Latin Big Band in our stunning air-conditioned Ballrooms – all featuring championship dance-floors.
Donahey’s provide a wide selection of UK dance breaks presented by the professional dancers from Strictly Come Dancing and specialist qualified dance teachers.
What’s Included in Donahey’s Dance Holidays
Donahey’s ballroom dance holidays and breaks are organised by dancers for dancers – featuring an unrivalled line-up of the best professional dancers in the business.
You can learn to dance, or improve your favourite style of dance, at Donahey’s dance breaks – Latin, Ballroom, Argentine Tango, Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate – dance lessons all run by our experienced team of dance professionals.
- 3 Day’s, 2 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
- Floor-side reserved table to enjoy three days of Breathtaking Dance Showcases from the Stars of Strictly & Champions of the Dancing World – all up close & personal.
- 5 hours of Ballroom & Latin Dance lessons with the Strictly stars & Champions of the Dancing World – guaranteed for everyone and tailored specifically to your dancing ability.
- Questions & Answers sessions with the Strictly Stars – find out all about the dancers careers, how they perfect their craft and ask those burning dance questions.
- 2 hours of dance classes with Donahey’s highly experienced dance teachers in our second stunning ballroom – tailored specifically to your dancing ability.
- Two nights of dancing in stunning, air conditioned Ballrooms – featuring a fabulous selection of music to enjoy and dance the night away.
- Saturday night Black Tie Ball starring a fabulous 15-piece Ballroom & Latin Big Band – you really can’t beat dancing to the sounds of live music.
- Exclusive ‘Red Carpet Photo Calls’ to grab those all-important souvenir photographs of the Stars.
- Spectacular Sunday afternoon Grand-Finale dance showcase.
- Amazing 5,000 sq ft pro-championship sprung wooden dance floor – one of the largest dance floors in the UK and used for the Blackpool Dance Championships.
Donahey’s 2024 Ballroom Dance Breaks Team
2024 Dancing Holidays
Fri 1st – Sun 3rd March 2024
4* Alton Towers Hotel & Spa
Staffordshire
Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the fabulous Alton Towers Resort Hotel & Spa.
Join Reigning Strictly Champion Jowita Przystal, Nikita Kuzmin, BAFTA Award Winner Giovanni Pernice, Lauren Oakley, Aljaz Skorjanec, Janette Manrara, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Instructors Letita & Andres plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band.
Fri 22nd – Sun 24th March 2024
4* De Vere Beaumont Estate Hotel
Windsor, Berkshire
Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the impressive 4* De Vere Beaumont Estate in Windsor.
Join BAFTA Award Winner Giovanni Pernice, Lauren Oakley, Kai Widdrington, Nadiya Bychkova, Anton Du Beke, Erin Boag, British Dance Champion Finalists David Cockram & Rosie Ward, Argentine Tango Instructors Letita & Andres, Strictly Vocalist Lance Ellington plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band
Fri 19th – Sun 21st April 2024
5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Newport, South Wales
Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales.
Join NTA Judge Of The Year Anton Du Beke, Erin Boag, Kai Widdrington, Nadiya Bychkova, Aljaz Skorjanec, Janette Manrara, Katya Jones, Strictly Argentine Tango Choreographers Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, British, European & World 10 Dance Champions Glenn Richard Boyce & Caroly Janes, Former World Professional Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce, Strictly Vocalist Lance Ellington plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band.
Fri 19th – Sun 21st July 2024
5* Celtic Manor Resort Hotel
Newport, South Wales
Spend the weekend with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing at the stunning 5* Celtic Manor Resort in South Wales
Join Gorka Marquez, Karen Hauer, Kai Widdrington, Nadiya Bychkova, Aljaz Skorjanec, Janette Manrara, Strictly Argentine Tango Choreographers Leandro Palou & Maria Tsiatsiani, British, European & World 10 Dance Champions Glenn Richard Boyce & Caroly Janes, Former World Professional Ballroom Champions Warren & Kristi Boyce plus The Tony Greenwood 15-piece Big Band
The Strictly Stars chat about Donahey’s 5* Dance Holidays…
Donahey’s Weekend Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with the BBC.
‘Paul, you’re such a Superstar for organising such a fabulous event’ Anton Du Beke
‘Is it me or do Donahey’s run the best dance weekends in the country….Kevin Clifton
‘What an amazing weekend! Thank you so much for inviting us, we are so happy to be part of your beautiful event. A clear 10 from me!’ Aljaz Skorjanec
‘I know we say this every year, but this really is the best dance weekend in the UK. So well organised and so much dancing. We love working with Donahey’s, you always know you’ll get such a professionally run event. Thank you to Donahey’s for organising such wonderful events’Ian Waite
‘Our 3rd year at a Donaheys dance weekend. Thank you for letting Kevin and I be part of this fabulous event. Lots of love x’ Karen Clifton
‘Donaheys organise the number 1 dance event in the country. We really look forward to Donahey’s dance weekends; they’re so well organised, great venues and a fabulous audience. Thank you so much Paul.’Natalie Lowe
‘What a FAB-U-LOUS event to attend. A real feel good weekend, cannot wait to be back’ Janette Manrara
Locations of Donahey’s 2024 Ballroom Dancing Holidays
What makes a great dance holiday?
We think it’s a combination of great destinations, amazing facilities and brilliant company – Donahey’s Dance Holidays are organised by dancers for dancers.
Strictly brilliant company
Just imagine a cheeky dance holiday with the current Strictly Come Dancing Champion Giovanni Pernice or a fabulous dance break with Karen Hauer. Our dance holidays include hours of dancing and expert tuition from the professional dancers, plus plenty of socialising with other dance fanatics. Yes, you’ll be in great company.
So if you’ve ever wanted to get up close and personal with Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag, Karen Hauer, Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara or Giovanni Pernice, Donahey’s Dance Holidays are the perfect excuse for a well-earned break with plenty of fabulous dancing.
Choose your Dance Holiday destination
Donahey’s exclusive ballroom dance breaks are happening in Berkshire, Staffordshire, & South Wales, checkout which amazing professional dancers from Strictly are dancing and where can you join the fun?
Great destinations with amazing facilities
Our UK dance holidays take place at stunning venues with great facilities and everything under one roof to ensure you’re well rested and dance-ready.
Enjoy dance lessons with the Strictly Come Dancing professional dancers and see their amazing dance showcases up close & personal. Dance in stunning ballrooms to our 15-piece Big Band at our Saturday night Black Tie Balls, plus snap souvenir photos of your favourite stars at our Exclusive ‘Red Carpet Photo Calls’.
Book Donahey’s Dance Breaks early!
With such an amazing line-up of Strictly stars, places at our ballroom dance holidays sell out super-fast. So take advantage of our early bird discounts by booking soon. Book online via our website or give us a call on 0800 160 1770 to secure your places at one of Donahey’s Dance Holidays.
Donahey’s Dance Holidays & Dance Breaks are not endorsed by or associated with BBC Studios.
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