bbodance in Wandsworth - Ten Years On
- lucy.jennings
- Nov 28
- 3 min read
2025 saw the 10th anniversary of bbodance moving its Headquarters to Wandsworth, alongside the organisation’s 95th Anniversary. The bbodance team moved from Woolborough House in Barnes, where the organisation was founded, to Ensign House in Battersea Reach – a state of the art studio and office facility which was purpose built by the bbodance team.
Whilst Woolborough House had been a cherished home for over 85 years, Ensign House immediately addressed the needs of the organisation in terms of a move to modern facilities. The building has two beautiful dance studios, event space and varied offices, with views of the Thames. There have been amazing opportunities to host members and guests, as well as tenants and studio hirers who have taken spaces and made them their own. We have seen the growth and activities of so many creative businesses, proud to be a small part of their story.
The bbodance team have worked hard to retain the same welcoming, family feel to Ensign House that our members felt at Woolborough House and we are pleased to say that feedback has been overwhelmingly positive over the years!
Some notable guests in our studios have included: stars from Strictly Come Dancing; Darcey Bussell; Dua Lipa; Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures; English National Ballet; New English Ballet Theatre; yogahaven; Pointe Black; Akram Khan Company and more.
We have had a number of tenants operating from our building, making it a vibrant and friendly space to work. Our tenants currently include:
Daily Dose Juice | Daily Dose, the UK’s largest cold pressed juice manufacturer, is very happy to call the bbodance building our London home, only a short distance away from where the company first began. |
Deborah Marchi Studio | Deborah Marchi Studio is specialised in Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage, led by an official instructor of the renowned Renata França Method from Brazil. Based inside the reputable bbodance Headquarters in Battersea Reach, we offer health-focused lymphatic drainage and complementary massage techniques centred on well-being, where aesthetics become a natural plus. |
Elite Physios | World-cup winning physio with extensive experience in professional rugby union, rugby league, taekwondo, squash, the English Institute of Sport and Premiership Rugby. |
Physio & Pilates Clinic | Danile, from Physio & Pilates Clinic has proudly served the Battersea Reach community since 2008, offering physiotherapy-led Pilates and personalised movement care. |
SOMA Yoga | SOMA Yoga, voted Best Health & Wellbeing business in Wandsworth, offers a mindful sanctuary where movement, stillness, and genuine community converge to help you reconnect with yourself. We create sacred spaces that provide relief from the relentless pace of London life, guiding you back to your own inherent wisdom. |
Tavaziva Dance | Founded by Bawren Tavaziva in 2004, Tavaziva Dance produces innovative and contemporary new dance works, telling essential stories though movement, music, and spoken word. |
Some memorable moments over the past 10 years in Wandsworth include:
Celebrating Wandsworth as Borough of Culture
Hosting Wandsworth Arts Fringe artists and events
Being awarded Highly Commended for the Best Creative Sector Business category at the Wandsworth Business Awards 2025
Creating connections with fantastic organisations and individuals who hire our space
The creation and development of new bbodance syllabi
Dance teacher training courses and award ceremonies
Student masterclasses and intensives with incredible faculty
Member meetings and CPD
Tavaziva Dance Intensives, Company Classes and Youth Classes
Hosting work placements and internships
The next ten years look just as exciting, including celebrating our centenary in 2030. We are so proud to be inspiring excellence in dance education, connecting with creatives and embracing all Wandsworth has to offer!
We welcome visitors from the bbodance family and beyond – if you are nearby please do drop in and say hi… we would love to see you.
To find out more about bbodance to get in touch, please use the details below:
Website: www.bbo.dance
Email: info@bbo.dance
Phone: (+44) 020 8748 1241
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