Our Facilities
Purpose-built dance and theatre studios in the heart of Gravesend town centre — Gravesend's only dedicated performing arts facility.
A Home Built for Dance & Performance
The Grove Studios occupies a landmark building steeped in performing arts history — purchased and refurbished by the late Len Goodman in the 1980s and lovingly maintained as a hub for dance and theatre education ever since.
Conveniently located close to Gravesend town centre, the studios are easily accessible by public transport and on foot. Our reception area provides a warm welcome, where you can find all current academy information and purchase a range of Robyn Academy uniforms.
Gravesend's only purpose-built theatre school — delivering excellence in dance and performing arts education from a setting designed for the art form.
Studio Spaces
Our largest and most versatile dance studio, fully equipped for classical ballet, contemporary, tap, jazz and all other dance disciplines. Studio One is the heart of our academy, where the majority of our class programme takes place.
- Fully sprung dance floor for joint protection and performance
- Fixed wall-mounted ballet barres at multiple heights
- Full-length mirrors with retractable curtains for examination preparation
- Professional sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
- Spacious layout accommodating large group classes
- Ideal for examinations, rehearsals and showcases
A dedicated secondary studio perfect for smaller group classes, street dance, acrobatic, private lessons and competition training — giving specialist classes their own focused space to work at full intensity.
- Dance floor suited to street, acrobatic and freestyle disciplines
- Fixed wall-mounted ballet barres
- Full-length mirrors for self-assessment and technique work
- Professional sound system
- Well-suited to smaller group and private coaching sessions
- Ideal for competition preparation and intensive training
Our dedicated Vocal Room provides an acoustically considered private space for singing tuition, musical theatre vocal work, private coaching sessions and exam preparation. Home to our singing and theatre programme, it offers a focused, distraction-free environment where vocal students can develop with confidence.
Everything You Need
Professionally installed sprung dance floors reduce impact on joints and allow dancers to work safely and confidently across all disciplines.
Fixed wall-mounted barres at multiple heights in both dance studios, supporting classical ballet, contemporary and warm-up work for all ages.
Full-length mirrored walls with retractable curtains — open for technique work and self-correction, closed for examination and performance conditions.
Professional audio equipment in all three studios, ensuring clear sound quality for class music, performance backing tracks and examination playback.
Dedicated changing facilities with student lockers for secure storage of belongings during class — keeping preparation and transitions smooth and comfortable for all ages.
Our welcoming reception area is your first port of call for class information, enrolment, term dates and purchasing the full range of Robyn Academy uniforms.
Getting to Grove Studios
We're conveniently situated close to the centre of Gravesend, with good transport links and nearby parking. Come along and see what we have to offer — you're always welcome to call ahead or pop in during reception hours.
Come and See For Yourself
We'd love to show you around. Whether you're looking for classes for your child or yourself, our team is here to help you find the perfect fit.