About Us
FitSteps is the brainchild of former Strictly professionals, Ian Waite & Natalie Lowe and World Champion Swimmer Mark Foster.
FitSteps came to life in 2013 was developed as a way for people to learn the dance styles they love from Strictly, in a fun dance fitness class.
It was during the arduous training for the Strictly Tour that the guys really saw the potential of FitSteps.
Natalie was partnered with Mark, and Mark really started to notice the positive effects dancing was having on not only his physique, but also on his mood.
Over 11 years later and FitSteps has trained over 2000 instructors and many more 1000's enjoying classes.
Meet The Creators
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Natalie Lowe
She has travelled the world starring in the hit stage show ‘Burn The Floor’, visiting more the 17 cities with one of the world’s leading ballroom choreographers, Jason Gilkison.
In 2004 Natalie landed a role on Australia’s No1 programme ‘Dancing With The Stars’. She competed in five series, making four finals, and holding up the glitter ball in 2006 with AFL player Anthony Koutafedies.
Gracing UK screens on BBC’S highest rating programme ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ Natalie danced her way straight into the finals with actor Ricky Whittle. She has also partnered Scott Maslen, Audley Harrison, Michael Vaughan, Peter Jones, and Mark Foster.
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Ian Waite
Ian is probably best known for his role as one of the professional dancers on the BBC’s hit show ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. Having appeared in almost every series aired, competing in six of them, he has built up a following of dedicated fans and has become a highly respected and recognizable figure in the world of dance.
In the last two years Ian has been the presenter of ‘Waite’s Wednesday Warm Up’ on Strictly’s BBC2 show ‘It Takes Two’. He also choreographed the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour and starred in the theatre show, ‘Strictly Confidential’.
In 2024 he and his partner Lisa Mccune won Dancing with the Stars Australia and took home the infamous Glitter Ball.
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Mark Foster
Mark has an extensive medal collection of six World Championship Gold medals from four different World Championships and two Commonwealth Games Gold medals.
He made his fifth appearance at an Olympic Games in Beijing in 2008 and was given the honour of leading the GB team as the flag bearer.
A well known and much loved athlete who by his own admission can’t dance, was totally converted to dance fitness when he discovered how much fun he had and how fit he felt after working with Natalie and Ian on both the televised and stage versions of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’
Frequently Asked Questions
Wear what you feel comfortable in, like gym clothing and trainers. Remember to bring a water bottle to keep hydrated!
No. All classes are suitable for everyone from complete beginners through to experts. Everyone is very welcome even if you do think you have two left feet!
Most of our classes are around 45 minutes but this also varies with all our instructors.
Most FitSteps Classes are for over the age of 16 but some instructors may cater for younger individuals.
There is no upper age limit, there are people in their 60s, 70s, and 80s who take part regularly.
We would advise you speak with your instructor and see what they advise. They may advise a doctors note.
Each class cost varies from each instructor.
You can either head to our class finder or search for FitSteps In your area on Google, Facebook etc.
We have FitSteps classes starting up all the time but if you would like to start FitStepping right away then head over to FitSteps On Demand.
From the comfort of your own home you can choose your length of workout, style and presenter and access 24/7! You can also join our community and take part in challenges as well as live streams!
Don't worry if you can't follow all the steps straight away, you will soon pick them up. Just follow what you can, keep moving, relax and enjoy yourself. As long as you are moving, you are working!
You can email your question to support@fitsteps.co.uk and one of the FitSteps Team will get back to your shortly.