Weekly classes in Portskewett and Newport, with social shindigs in Chepstow. Sarah’s Side Kicks has been filling the dance floor since 2007, with everyone from complete beginners to seasoned dancers, and you don’t need a partner to join in.
Only guilty of a damn good time
Line Dancing in South Wales
This Week
- MonPortskewett Church Hall7pm
- WedLysaght Institute, Newport7pm
- FriPortskewett Church Hall10am
Classes from£4Shindig Socials£10
- Tush Push
- A Bar Song
- Bigger Houses
- Wings to Fly
- Cancel All Your Plans
- Jolene
- Call It a Day
- Feel Like Hell Tonight
- Islands in the Stream
- Bonkers
Country, pop, Latin and rock and roll
No partner needed
What Is Line Dancing?
Any form of dance performed in a line. Not just the “yee ha” dances people picture when they think of American line dancing (although we do some of those as well). We Rhumba, Salsa, Waltz, Stomp and Cha Cha Cha, to name but a few.
It’s a great way to dance if you don’t have a partner, meet new friends and simply have loads of fun dancing to all genres of fantastic music.
We recently took part in a university study on the link between physical exercise and wellbeing, and we work closely with local community groups such as the Chepstow Menopause Group, Caerwent Show, Newport based Whispers from The Earth, Chepstow Rugby Club, the Lion’s and the Chepstow Ukelele Band. The consensus is that it’s a great way to escape the pressures of everyday life, even if just for an hour, as a Side Kick.
Find the Right Class for You
Every session runs three classes back to back, so you can start at the beginning and stay on as your confidence grows.
Class 1
From Scratch
For complete beginners.
Learning the basic steps to get into the enjoyment of line dancing. Every dance is taught over at least three or four weeks and then walked through each session, so no-one is left to flounder.
Class 2
The Next Step
For dancers with a little experience.
Slightly more involved dances that build on the steps you’ve already learned and help you find your technique – with the inevitable reminders when you need them.
Class 3
A Step Further
For the more seasoned dancer.
Longer, more technical dances for anyone who is completely hooked and fancies a gentle challenge. This class is slightly longer to allow more time for teaching the longer routines.
Stay on and saveClasses 1 and 2 £6.50All three classes £7.00
Your Week on the Dance Floor
We’re mainly based in Portskewett and Newport, with monthly social shindigs alternating between Chepstow and Newport. Dancers come from as far as Cardiff, Caerphilly, Lydney and Abergavenny, as well as Chepstow, Caldicot, Rogiet, Undy, Magor, Penhow and Shirenewton.
Monday evenings
Portskewett Church Hall
Crick Road, Portskewett NP26 5UL
- From Scratch 7pm£4.00
- The Next Step 7.45pm£4.00
- A Step Further 8.30pm£4.50
Wednesday evenings
The Lysaght Institute
Orb Way, Newport NP19 0RA
Last class here 16 Dec. From the new year: St Patrick’s Church Hall, Cromwell Road.
- From Scratch 7pm£4.00
- The Next Step 7.45pm£4.00
- A Step Further 8.30pm£4.50
Friday mornings
Portskewett Church Hall
Crick Road, Portskewett NP26 5UL
- From Scratch 10am£4.00
- The Next Step 10.45am£4.00
- A Step Further 11.30am£4.50
First time?
Will It Suit Me?
If you love music and keeping fit the easy way, and maybe you don’t have a willing dance partner, this is for you. All classes are inclusive, open, friendly and very laid back. We are all there to dance and have fun!
What should I wear?
Anything you feel comfortable in: jeans and a t-shirt, a pretty flowy dress, or go the whole distance with the full Western look. We really don’t mind at all and love to see all styles on the dance floor. Layers are a good idea as we tend to get a bit hot at times.
Which shoes are best?
It’s always better to have a bit of slip on your sole rather than non-slip trainers. Some people prefer flats and some prefer heels, it’s your call. On your first session feel free to bring along a few pairs to try, as every floor is different. Sarah has worked hard over many years to find the right floors in the right venues, and in 2026 we have the best of the best for all our sessions.
Boots optional
Sarah leading the class
Your teacher
Who Is Sarah?
Sarah has lived all her life in and around Chepstow, went to Wyedean School and now lives in Caerwent with her hubby (and roadie) Simon. She has enjoyed line dancing since 1995 and is very proud to share her love of it, and her ever-expanding knowledge, with everyone who comes to her classes.
Sarah passed her dancing medals in 2002 and started Sarah’s Side Kicks in November 2007. In 2008 she was thrilled to become fully qualified, under the wings of the UKA, as a competent Western Line Dance Teacher. We now dance under the care of the more recently formed and brilliant ELD, so we are fully insured, qualified and very well practised to give you a great experience.
Dancing since 1995
Beyond the weekly class
What Else Do We Do?
Scuff Ya Boots
Twice a year we host Scuff Ya Boots, inviting guest instructors along so we all learn something new, with a delicious supper and lovely large wooden dance floors. February’s is at the Holiday Inn on the Coldra M4 roundabout in Newport and August’s is at Lydney Town Hall, where we have a superb fish and chip supper from Blakeney Chip-In. See the events page for this years’ dates and ticket details.
Our Annual Weekend Away
Every April we head to Torquay for our weekend away, and over the years we’ve also taken over hotels in Paignton, Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. It’s half board, with exclusive use of a beautiful ballroom – with just our dances and our music! Fabulous food and plenty of fun and friendship. Booking forms are available in class.
Chepstow Racecourse
In June Sarah runs the dance workshops at the Chepstow Racecourse Nashville race day, getting racegoers up and dancing on the grass.
South Wales Country Music Festival
The Side Kicks lead the dance sessions at the South Wales Country Music Festival at The Corn Exchange each November. It’s a great way to meet some famous artists – Sarah’s all time favourite on stage collaborations being with UK artist Twinnie and Nashville’s Kyle Elliot.
Book the Side Kicks
Parties, Displays and Community Events
We love hosting private themed party nights – Christmas and birthday parties, corporate workshops, hen and stag parties, and weddings. We also dance for WI groups, school and village fetes and nursing homes, and lead Scout and Brownie sessions.
Tell Sarah your date and venue and she’ll let you know what we can do.
Out and About
We join the global line dance flash mob in May, and on August Bank Holiday Monday 2026 we enter a float in the Pill Carnival.
For a spell we also had a regular slot on the Pure Country Show on Newport City Radio, chatting all things line dancing with special guests. And from 26 to 29 November 2027 we’re off to Blackpool for our twentieth birthday weekend, including a Monday morning of dancing and afternoon tea in the Tower Ballroom (£390 per person, half board).