When The Dilly opens its doors on 17th May at no. 21 Piccadilly, it will be not just the latest five-star hotel in the centre of London, but also the first to offer its own dedicated dance studio – Inspiration 2 Dance. For private, teams, groups and family or even children’s lessons, guests are invited to learn Smooth, Latin and/or Ballroom from world-class teachers, bookable via the website or the hotel’s concierge.

At Inspiration 2 Dance’s discreet London studio, founder Viktoriya Wilton has been inspiring the art of dance for more than a decade. She says: “During these times, it’s particularly wonderful to work with a 5* hotel that recognises the importance of dance to keep minds sharp and positive as well as bodies toned and flexible.”

With teachers who are current or former international level competitors, the studio also caters for small groups as team building exercises or simply learning to dance for special occasions. Private lessons (up to 2 people) are available as the hotel opens from 17 May and group lessons (3 to 20 people) will begin again from 22 June.

For those planning their wedding at The Dilly, the Inspiration 2 Dance team, first-dance lessons can be tailored to the couple’s music, abilities, and style to really impress family and friends. The Dilly’s dance studio can also arrange a group dance class for the stag or hen party, including a film of the final outcome. Inspiration 2 Dance’s network of world-class teachers means they are able to cater for last minute requests as well as those who are planning ahead.

“Inspiration 2 Dance is a discreet gem within our hotel” said James Olivier, General Manager at The Dilly. “We know dance can heal, it brings people together and it is great exercise – our guests can now think about including a lesson during their time with us, who knows where that might lead? Equally we want to shout out to those who could focus on learning a specific dance for a special occasion – check in with us and take it at your own pace over a few days of practice”. added Olivier

For those who want to learn to dance on a regular basis, Londoners can join Inspiration 2 Dance and take advantage of all its benefits. Open 7 days a week, the studio organises regular corporate and social dance events. All private dance lessons start from £90 for 1 hour or £850 for 10 lessons. Group dance lessons start from £290 for a group of up to 20 people for 1 hour.

Room rates start from £219. Please see www.thedillylondon.com to book your stay and dance lessons.