Dares for your hen night...

Hen nights are supposed to be fun... so here is a little game you can play whilst on your hen night.

It is a dares game and the bride-to-be has to complete the check list by the end of the hen's weekend.

1. Dance with a bald man

2. Kiss the first guy who speaks to you

3. Serenade someone

4. Blow kisses to strangers

5. Dance on a table

6. Collect three mens phone numbers

7. Drink three shots in one

8. Wink at a guy and lick your lips

9. Remove your bra without leaving the room.

10. Collect a pair of men's boxers.

Then reward your hen should she complete everything on the list!

How to plan a Dancing Hen Night - step by step

We know from experience that planning a top hen night is never easy! So to help you and your bride we have put together ten simple Dancing Hen Night steps to help you plan the best hen night you can with us.

1. Ask the bride: 

Ultimately a hen night is for the bride so you need to make sure she will enjoy it. If she loves 'Dirty Dancing' (like most girls do) then this is perfect! Ask her would she prefer 1 nights or 2? So that you can perhaps plan something else while you are in London. This avoids making any wrong choices from the off!

2. Collect numbers:

Ask the bride for a list of invitees and their relevant contact details.

Make a note of any guests who are pregnant, vegetarians or those unable to travel. As a general rule the more that attend the cheaper it becomes and this is why we offer our special hen night packages.

* TOP TIP - for every girl attending ask for a small deposit, this encourages everyone to actually attend and not change their minds last minute! It also makes it easier for you to get confirmations!

3. Do it yourself:

Although it may take a lot of time and research, designing the perfect hen party yourself will work out a lot cheaper and allow you to personalise the day .

T-shirts, dressing up - go all out the more unique the party is, the more it will be talked about and remembered.

4. Pick a great location: 

Well we can help you there, our location is great because its central and easy to reach, positioned near Covent Garden sp plenty to do after,  like go to a London Jazz club, or out for dinner. Plus we use an exclusive Dance Studio (previously used by the likes of Cheryl Cole!)

5. Source accommodation:

If your plans involve a night away it is probably easier if you sort the accommodation for the whole group. This way you can keep the group close together and have the potential to save pennies by sharing rooms.

6. Keep track of costs:

Keep a log of all costs so you can work out exactly how much the weekend will cost per head. We will give you a Dancing Hen Night cost per head to keep this simple for you.

Organise lift shares for the group, ask everyone to pay a little bit extra so you can organise a kitty for the night out, negotiate entrance fees for clubs or activities and be cheeky when talking to suppliers! You never know what freebies might get thrown in.

7. Send out a plan by email & collect money:

Keep everyone informed by regular email contact.

The more information you include on the email, the easier the hen party will run.

Once you are happy with the plan, confirm numbers and tally up the cost per head. The sooner people know the full cost the easier it is for everyone to budget.

Always ask for a small deposit or you can even ask party goers to pay their money directly into your bank account so you can cover deposits and supplies in advance.

Another idea, have you thought about covering the cost for the hen? If it’s a large group you might be able to cover the brides cost by all paying an extra £5 which could be a nice touch?

8. Games:

No hen night would be the same without some outrageous fun and games. Why not theme it and produce a Dirty Dancing quiz on your way to the studio!

9. Fancy dress:

Come on girls – no hen do should be without a spot of fancy dress.

10. Confirm everything!

To avoid any slip ups on the day, do a quick call around the week before to check everything is in order. Email everyone a final confirmation!

With these top tips your hen weekend should be as smooth as Johnny Castles Dance moves!!!

What makes a good team building exercise?

In this day and age, modern managers and executives have opted to introduce team building among their team workers and subordinates. Team building has proven to be an effective tool to foster team work, camaraderie, and all in all love for the work, and even company loyalty.

Here are some examples:

The team building activity involves, of course, a team.

The team building activity has a goal or vision.

The team building activity must require significant contribution from each.

With these points, what better than to get in touch with us at Dancing Hen Nights to organise your team building exercise now!

Check out the website for our packages!

You might see them happy and eager to start the day right in the office the next day!

How to organise a Hen Night in style!...

So your best friends boyfriend has finally taken those all important steps, got down on one knee, and will make an honest woman out of her!

Now your job really starts, she wants you as her chief bridesmaid and with that responsibility comes organising the ultimate Hen Night for her and her friends. 

Of course you are flattered and excited at the opportunity but you only have one chance to get this right for her... and hey... have you ever organised an event for dozens of girls... with different personalities and tastes?

This might require some extra effort in planning when compared with your normal night out on the town!

So you want to show you can impress... have fun... create excitement? Well we can offer the perfect all in one solution. All you need to do is get your Hen party to us!

Whereas men seem to want to embarrass their friends, girls want to feel and look fantastic.

And Dancing Hen Nights will certainly leave you feeling fantastic!

We can provide...


♥  A two−hour dance session
♥  An exclusive London dance studio location
♥  Lessons from the original West End stars
♥  A complimentary glass of wine on arrival
♥  A professionally filmed and edited video of your experience
♥  Beautifully catered food
♥  An endless supply of wine

A Hen Night does not have to be an entire weekend - so why not make a day of it in London!

 Some things to do before... 

• A theatre matinee performance
• Everyone loves chocolate
• Ever dreamed about singing and recording a song with your friends in a professional studio? Well now's your chance.
• Perhaps you want to get pampered, relax and unwind at one of the UK's finest Health Spas?

Some things to do after...  

• Have a giggle at a comedy club.
• If fine dining is your thing then there are some great restaurants offering themed nights where there is a good quality meal followed by VIP entrance to a top nightclub.
• Get on the party bus. A male erotic dancer is also provided as part of the entertainment - so there's never a dull moment.

Richard Lawrence... of Dancing Hen Nights...

Who is Richard Lawrence? 

Richard Lawrence is a well known West End star and Actor.

Born from Australian routes he made his way to the bright lights of London, and has starred in many West End musicals including Chicago, Grease the Mega Musical, Cats as Rum Tum Tugger, Richie Valens in Buddy Holly, Footloose, The Full Monty, Saturday Night Fever.

Most famously Richard starred as Johnny Castle, in the London cast of Dirty Dancing − The Classic Story on Stage. Our very own Patrick Swayze!

As well as his West End career, Richard has also starred in one of the hottest soaps on our screens, 'Hollyoaks,' playing the character 'Adrian Kennedy.'

What does he have to do with Dancing Hen Nights? 

Richard set up Dancing Hen Nights as a fun filled way to celebrate your hen night, birthday or team events. He manages and he’ll teach your hen Party, the moves made famous by Patrick Swayze.

So not only do you get to have a great time with your girl friends whilst attending a 'Dancing Hen Night' but you are actually being taught by a real life West End star and actor!

Plus if that doesn't grab your attention, check out his head shot below! 

Book your Dancing Hen Night today or see what others thought here > 

A birthday party to remember...

Are you looking for a unique, fun and memorable experience for your birthday?

Have you ever dreamt about being on the West End stage with your very own leading man?

Ever wanted to dance in the same studio as Cheryl Cole?

Then we have the perfect solution for you. 

Dancing Hen Nights not only cover hen do's but also birthday parties, corporate events and team building days.

Whether you are celebrating any of these occasions you will receive the following when you sign up to our Dancing Hen Night packages:

♥  A two−hour dance session
♥  An exclusive London dance studio location
♥  Lessons from the original West End stars
♥  A complimentary glass of wine on arrival
♥  A professionally filmed and edited video of your experience
♥  Beautifully catered food
♥  An endless supply of wine

Now what better way to spend your birthday - your special day with your family and friends then dancing with one of our leading hunks, with a glass of vino, learning the steps based on the ultimate West End show 'Dirty Dancing'. 

For more information or to book get in touch with us today via the website at www.dancinghennights.co.uk.

What our hens think of Dancing Hen Nights...

Instead of blowing our own trumpet - we let our hens speak for us!

Check out some of our testimonials below:

"It was a complete surprise that at my Dancing Hen Party I was going to be dancing with the former stars from the West End musical Dirty Dancing!


From the moment I walked into the dance studio we were greeted with a glass of bubbles and 2 very handsome Leading Men, I was in heaven.


It was so much fun all the girls dancing together and I don't think we have all laughed that much for years, we didn't stop.

I also got to do the famous 'Baby' back bend!! I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for a lot of fun and a memory that will last forever.

Thanks for a fantastic Dancing Hen Do!!"

− Ellie, London

♥  "I really didn't know what to expect at first, but I was so excited!
I wasn't disappointed, we had a great time! We even got a complimentary bottle of champagne to get us started!

It was amazing!"

− Kelly Grauer, Leeds

♥ "My Maid of Honour booked Dancing Hen Nights for my Hen Night, and we had the time of our lives!


I was so surprised! These guys were so nice and made us all feel so at ease − we even learnt a bit of choreography!


I recommend them to anyone, you'll have the time of your lives!"

− Amy, Surrey
If you would like to add to this list after your ,Dancing Hen Night then contact us today!

Have you ever wished to dance with your own West End leading man?

Now you can dance with your very own Johnny Castle!

Dancing hen nights provides you with a range of famous dance tutors find out more about the below:

RICHARD 

Richard Lawrence has starred in Chicago, Grease the Mega Musical, Cats as Rum Tum Tugger, Richie Valens in Buddy Holly, Footloose, The Full Monty, Saturday Night Fever.
Richard starred as Johnny Castle in the London cast of Dirty Dancing − The Classic Story on Stage.
Most recently, Richard has just finished filming Hollyoaks.

PAUL
Paul has played the role of Johnny Castle in Dirty Dancing and is now a leading Choreographer in the UK.

His recent credits include: Choreographer for 'Pirates of Penzance' UK Tour; Artistic Director/ Choreographer for the 'Royal Princes Trust Show' sponsored by 'Hello' Magazine; Choreographer for 'Archive' Music Video; Choreographer for 'Christian Dior'.

Paul has just confirmed to be choreographing at the Pre−Ceremony Awards for the 'Oscars' 2010.

MATTHEW
Matthew's credits include: Billy Flynn in Chicago (West End). As a lead singer, in the smash hit musical Dirty Dancing − The Classic Story on Stage (2007−8).
Matthew has just recently finished a tour of Cats in Germany playing the role of Munkustrap (2008−2009).

Any girl would be lucky to be dancing with one of these top leading men! So treat your hen, or girl friend to a Dancing Hen Night this year!

For more information why not check out our website http://www.dancinghennights.co.uk/!

Why are Corporate Events worth doing?

Whether you are planning a conference, or a birthday, a product launch or a company party Dancing Hen Nights can provide you with all the help and support you require to make sure your event runs smoothly right to the end.

In our exclusive Dance studio our Dirty Dancing Experiences are produced with the sole aim of bringing people together and encouraging them to have no-holds-barred fun.

This should result in collective performance - with a range of our dance exercises that allow people to come out of their comfort zone -  strengthening working relationships within your company.

This can have a real positive outcome for both employer and employee.

You never know you might discover a secret dancer amongst your team!

For a range of Dirty Dancing package deals check out our website! All of our dancing packages are carefully designed to create fond memories that will last forever.

To see what other people thought why not check out our testimonials!  We can create an unforgettable corporate event with the minimum of fuss.

Team Building

Building a good team is the single most important thing a Manager can do to achieve a successful project.

With the right attitude, a team will overcome almost any difficulty to succeed in its goals.

Even when there is no pressure, the team's spirit and enthusiasm will be reflected in the quality of the solution and the extent to which other people buy-in to it.

There is a whole area of academic study and practical experience about building good teams. Business psychologists present many theories concerning the way in which people interact.

You generally need: 

• shared belief in the value and achievability of the team's goals,
• awareness of the value of the individual's own role and contribution,
• recognition of the value of other team members (whether they are key specialists or just non-specialist, junior assistants),
• desire to work collaboratively, sharing thoughts, ideas, concerns, etc,
• friendship - enjoying working together with a common purpose,
• supporting each other in recognition that the team's success requires all members to be successful,
• coaching junior members rather than bossing them,
• listening to ideas and advice from other team members,
• making time to communicate with other team members,
• celebrating successes,
• rewarding good team behavior in financial and non-financial ways.

So at Dancing Hen Nights we have created something to help your team work together - share fun - share the experience and learn how to interact.

Your team will get the chance to socialize on this "away-day" at an activity that anyone could enjoy - with previous experience not required.

See here for our latest  event...

Where did the hen night come from?

The term 'hen party' comes from the word 'henna,' which is a symbolic ritual that takes place the night before a traditional wedding in the Middle East.

This is where the 'henna tattoo' is applied to the bride to keep away the 'evil eye' and believed to purify the bride the night before the wedding.

The party itself was modeled on the classic 'bachelor party' and was introduced to our society during a period when the sexual revolution started in the 1960's, and gender equality became big news to us all!

Terms used for this type of party are know as the following: 


Bachelorette party 
Hen party
Hen do 
Hen weekend 
Hen night
Stagette 
Girls night 
Kitchen tea

The party is usually thrown by the maid of honor and can be these days anything from a meals out to pamper parties and paintballing! Basically any opportunity where females can bond!

So we came up with a Dancing Hen Night to tick all boxes.

We provide a great location where a group of ladies can come and enjoy a dance session with a hunky dance instructor.

Not forgetting to throw in a few drinks and nibbles to give you and your friends one fantastic hen night! All captured on film to treasure forever!

What better way to give your bride to be the perfect hen party!

For more details contact us or check out the website!

So what is a Dancing Hen Night?...

Dancing Hen Nights has been designed to give you and your friends 'the time of your lives!'

It is a totally unique dancing experience, in which you will be swept up in the arms of your own leading man, who will teach you a sexy, sensual Latin dance routine.

Taken place in an exclusive London dance studio, each of you will get your one on one dancing experience. Where else would you get a chance to dance with your own West End star? 

Richard Lawrence - coordinator and past Johnny Castle in the West End Musical Dirty Dancing, personally guarantees you wont forget this dirty dancing experience, that is perfect for all ages and levels.

Although named Dancing Hen Nights - sessions are open for birthday parties, team building events and corporate afternoons.  Or simply if you want to take your girls out in London!

The only way we can describe this to you is to show you in the video below... feel free to pass the link round to your friends!



To book your Dancing Hen Night why not get in touch with us today, contact us here.

Welcome to Dancing Hen Nights...

Welcome to the new Dancing Hen Nights blog!

Our mission is to bring the London West End to you and your friends, giving you the time of your life!

Whether you are organizing a hen weekend, birthday party, corporate event or team building exercise our Dirty Dancing themed sessions will leave you buzzing from head to toe, teaching you some truly sensational moves.

When you arrive for your two hour dance encounter. a glass of fizzy will be waiting for you in our exclusive dance studio location in Central London.

We will even loan you your own leading man, from the original former West End Dirty Dancing cast, your very own Johnny Castle awaits you!

All of our sessions are professionally filmed and edited so you can remember the experience forever!

If this sounds like something you would love to try then please contact us at Dancing Hen Nights today on 07919 307988.