Leeds Dance Open Day

Contemporary Dance Class followed by Q&A

Led by Lisa Kendall

What’s it like to study dance at Leeds Beckett University?

A chance to explore your physical potential in a contemporary class, moving through space and dancing dynamically. If you have questions about what it’s like to study dance at Leeds School of Arts, Leeds Beckett University, then stay for the informal Q & A session with the Leeds Beckett Team.

Important information

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Please wear either soft dance shoes (such as ballet shoes), trainers that have not been worn outside or take part in bare feet.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building. Parents must wait outside the building.

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs.

Northern Ballet, Studio 7

Age range 12+

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Carnival Dance

Led by: Nillanthie Morton

Join RJC Dance for a one hour Carnival Dance workshop – dance, movement and exercise to Soca Music, the sounds of the Caribbean.

Carnival is a kaleidoscope of colour with the splendour of beautiful costumes, unity, celebrating Crop Over (a traditional harvest festival originating on the sugar cane plantations during the enslavement of Black people), a huge street party with mesmerising energy – culture bringing diverse communities together.

Leeds West Indian Carnival is one of the longest running West Indian Carnivals in Europe and has been brightening up the streets and boosting the economy of Chapeltown and Harehills since 1967, taking place on August bank holiday Monday. RJC Dance have participated in the Leeds West Indian Carnival for over 19 years, winning the best troupe award on numerous occasions. It is a cultural exchange enjoyed by all the family and a flagship event in the Leeds in cultural calendar.

For ages 13 – 17

Level: Intermediate

Studio 4, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Circum et Circum (film)

A filmed version of Carr Manor Community School students’ performance of Circum et Circum, created by the students and their teacher, Miss Shipman. Inspired by music and the desire to create something beautiful during a time of difficulty for everyone, Circum et Circum combines contemporary dance and acrobatics. Students also shared the knowledge they gained for their countries of origin.

Foyer, Yorkshire Dance

Shown throughout the day

Qi – Dance Tribe

With choreography by Emma Clayton and Dance Tribe students, Qi is  a dance journey of virtual existence & isolation to return once more to dance freely.  Suitable for all ages.

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Disco Jazz & Remixed – Dance Studio Leeds

Dance Studio Leeds present two performances for all ages: Disco Jazz, a fusion of classic disco moves with jazz created over Zoom, and Remixed, which will transport you back to the era of the the naughty 90s – think Top of the Pops meets MTV.

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Northern Ballet Merlin Inspired Workshop

Tutor: Keisha Hamilton, Dance Education Officer, Northern Ballet

Ahead of the world premiere of Northern Ballet’s brand-new production, Merlin, we are delighted to invite you to take part in an exciting creative dance workshop. We’ll bring the story to life through movement, music, and a little bit of magic!

Level: Suitable for all abilities

Age range: 7 – 11 years

Studio 7 – Level 5, Northern Ballet

Important information

Tickets are for one child and one adult.

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Please wear loose, comfortable clothes (not skirts). Please wear either clean, soft shoes / trainers, which have not been worn outside previously. Bare feet are also permitted.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as limited walk-up spaces will be available.

Quiet Space

Need to take a minute out from all the fun activities going on? Pop by the Quiet Space in Yorkshire Dance where you’ll be able to take a moment to yourself. All ages welcome.

Martha’s Meeting Room, Yorkshire Dance

Get to know Yorkshire Dance, Dance Studio Leeds & Renaissance Arts

An opportunity to learn more about what is on offer at Yorkshire Dance, Renaissance Arts and Dance Studio Leeds. Chat to representatives from each, find out more about what they do, how they work, and sign yourself up for some dancing!

Foyer, Yorkshire Dance

Yorkshire Dance Highlights

Shown on repeat throughout the Dance Open Day, see dance films including: Hannah Robertshaw’s Beige, a humorous new dance work which takes a playful look at older adults and challenges stereotypes around ageing; a selection of pieces that were submitted to Yorkshire Dance’s RE:FRESH digital youth dance festival; plus a dance film from Street Crew.

Foyer, Yorkshire Dance

Works For A Digital Stage: BA Hons Dance & MA Choreography, Leeds School of Arts, Leeds Beckett University

This diverse quartet of films, choreographed for the Digital Stage and danced by students from both BA Hons Dance and MA Choreography at Leeds School of Arts, showcase the innovative and experimental approaches to dance making that all students have embraced during the past 18 months. Working to a given project brief or devising their own independent projects, all four of these works ask that the audience use their imagination whilst watching the works unfold.

When We Arrive

Choreographer: Wiktoria Wisniewska

Dancers: Ifigeneia Christodoulou; Olivia Richards; Megan Robson

Fine Line

Choreographer & Dancer: Maddy Kirk in collaboration with photographer Jody Kirk

PRO [X] IMITY

Choreographers, Dancers & Editors: Siyu Lu & Calvin McSherry

By Their Hair You Shall Know Them

Choreographer: Ijeme Aikhionbare

City Room, Leeds Playhouse

Circum et Circum (performance)

Choreographer: Students and Miss Shipman, Carr Manor Community School

Students from Carr Manor Community School after-school club have created choreography with their teacher, Miss Shipman. Inspired by music, they wanted to create something beautiful during a time of difficulty for everyone. This collaboration has enabled students to shine in their respective talents including contemporary dance and acrobatics, and the students shared knowledge they have gained for their countries of origin.

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Original Styles of Hip Hop

Choreographers: Marie Mathias & Chris Banks, Bust-A-Move

Locking

Locking began in the 1960’s and was originally named the Campbell Lock after founder Don Campbell. A funk style of dance, Locking includes fast switching dynamics and precise arm movements, characterised by its locks, freezes and relaxed grooves. Locking is a performance dance but is now also used for freestyle and dance battles. This performance is the result of people attending weekly classes at The Dance Studio Leeds.

Breakdance AKA Bboyin’ and Bgirlin’

Breakin’ began as part of the cultural movement called Hip Hop alongside Emceeing, Djing and Graffiti in 1970’s New York. Bboying or Bgirling moves can be categorized into four elements: Top Rock (dancing stood up), Footwork (dancing on the floor), Power Moves (spins and flips)and Freezes (positions held to the music). It is primarily a social dance, allowing freedom of expression through movement. It is also not just a dance – it is now an Olympic sport and will be debuting in the next Olympics in France. This performance will be performed by the Bust-A-Move Youth Crew.

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Leeds Playhouse Backstage Tour

Come on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour to discover how Leeds Playhouse create the unique magic of theatre. Taking you ‘behind the curtain’ to explore parts of the theatre audiences rarely get to see – including production departments such as wardrobe, props and the scenic workshop. 

When: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm 

Duration: 45 mins

Limited walk up spaces will be available on the day

Film Programme

Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Digital Programme is a creative response to the many difficulties this last year has presented. The COVID-19 pandemic has and continues to disproportionately affect Black and ethnic minority communities in the UK and across the globe.

The brutal murder of George Floyd followed by the protests last summer affected all of us on a personal level. Phoenix Dance Theatre is a company founded by three Black men. The Company wanted to give a space and a platform to three Black choreographers through their Digital Programme, nurturing their talent and vision, in line with the ethos out of which the Company was born almost forty years ago.

Miguel Altunaga Jr, Kennedy Junior Muntanga and Carlos Martinez worked with Phoenix Dance Theatre’s company dancers through the pressures of multiple lockdowns and the precarious circumstance of life under a pandemic. They were able to explore their own practice and unleash their creativity as choreographers and artists. These exciting short dance films – EBO, KARDEC and THE ONES THAT WENT THIS WAY AND THAT, each of them distinctly separate, are the fruits of this journey.

Northern Ballet will be showing one of their Open House series.  Former Principal Soloist Hannah Bateman presents a behind-the-scenes documentary from one of the world’s leading ballet companies featuring original footage of rehearsals and performances alongside in-depth interviews with the artists involved. This film focuses on one of ballet’s most enduringly popular stories, Swan Lake.

Boardroom, Level 5, Northern Ballet

Important information

Photos/videos are not permitted

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

No Sleepover – Union of Dance

Union of Dance explore the idea of a sleepover, using everyday movements with props and expanding on these when choreographing.  Choreographed by the performers with support from Union of Dance.

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Phoenix Dance Theatre Youth Academy Demonstration followed by Pre-Vocational Training Talk

Led by: Antonio Borriello

Watch a demonstration from Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Youth Academy, which offers high-quality pre-vocational training programmes for young, aspiring dancers aged 13 – 19 years who are interested in pursuing dance as a career. Students work with recognized choreographers and Phoenix Dance Theatre company dancers supporting them to develop strong contemporary dance.

Following the demonstration Youth Academy Co-ordinator Antonio Borriello will talk through the Phoenix Youth Academy programme, focussing on the training and performance opportunities and progression routes that it leads to. Many graduates of the Academy have gone on to successfully audition for numerous conservatoires.

Age range: 12+

Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, Northern Ballet

Important information

Photos/videos are not permitted

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

Journey to Contact – York Dance Space

An adapted version of a dance film exploring the relationship between teenage girls following isolation, allowing them to take up space and exploring what it means to be in contact. 

Level 2 Bar & Kitchen, Leeds Playhouse

Where next for dance in Leeds?

This session will run twice:
11am – 12noon
12.30pm – 1.30pm

Dancers and creatives, Leeds City Council’s Culture Programme team invite you to join an interactive conversation: Where Next for Dance in Leeds? This informal, friendly session will give you the chance to meet some of the team and contribute your ideas on the future of culture in the city. You bring your energy, passion and experience and they’ll bring the post-it notes!  

Aimed at independent artists and organisations working in Dance as well as practitioners and dancers, the session will be delivered flexibly enabling you to participate in a way that helps you feel comfortable.  

Further conversations on culture in Leeds are being hosted throughout September (online and in person) so there will be other opportunities to get involved.  

City Room, Leeds Playhouse

Times:
11am – 12noon
12.30pm – 1.30pm

NSCD Student Films

Drop into the Riley Theatre and watch a series of NSCD student films ranging from prevocational to post-graduate works. 

Studio 1 / Theatre, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Adult Community Session

Adult classes at NSCD (18+ years) are contemporary dance based and an enjoyable way to improve fitness, well-being and dance technique. Led by experienced professional teachers. Come and try for free. 

Level: Open

Studio 4, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Children’s Community Session

NSCD’s Saturday School is a series of inspiring weekly dance classes for young people. This free taster is for ages 6 – 12 years. Students have fun and channel energy into creativity while developing confidence. 

Level: Open

Studio 3, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Youth Community Session

Youth classes at NSCD are energetic, creative and provide an enjoyable way for young people aged 12 – 18 years to increase fitness, dance technique and confidence under the guidance of specialist teachers. Come and try for free.

Level: Open

Studio 2, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Jazzy Divas

Led by: Zoe Francesca, Dance Studio Leeds 

Find your inner Diva with this fun modern jazz workshop learning a routine to some of the biggest pop Divas – Beyonce, Shakira and more!

For ages 18+

Level: Open

Studio 3, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Breakdance – Bboyin’ and BGirlin’

Led by: Marie Mathias and Chris Banks, Bust-A-Move

Learn breakdance skills in a fun, welcoming environment. Start or continue your journey to become Bboys and Bgirls by learning the freshest techniques in Top Rock, Footwork, Freezes and Power moves. For ages 11 – 40 years old.

Level: Beginners

Studio 2, Northern School of Contemporary Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Costumes

Speaker: Emma James

Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Costume Manger will give an insight into the role of Costume Manager, sharing how she creates the Company’s costumes. There will be a display of company costumes and the opportunity for questions.

Studio 6, Northern Ballet

Important information

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

Northern Ballet’s Pinocchio – Children’s Ballet Workshop

Led by: Keisha Hamilton, Dance Education Officer, Northern Ballet

Join Northern Ballet for a fun and creative dance workshop, inspired by our new children’s ballet, Pinocchio. Explore the characters, music and movements, and find out all about Pinocchio’s adventures, from wooden-puppet to becoming a real boy!

Please note children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the session, who will join in too.

Clothing Guidance: Please wear loose, comfortable clothes. Leggings, shorts, or jogging pants are preferable, skirts are not suitable. No outdoor shoes or socks. Bare feet are permitted in the studio. If wearing footwear please bring clean, soft shoes, or trainers, which have not been worn outside previously.

Level: Suitable for all abilities

Age range: 4 – 6 years plus a parent or guardian

Studio 7 – Level 5, Northern Ballet

Important information

Each ticket admits one adult and one child – strictly one adult to one child.

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Active, Creative Dance Workshop for Children and Their Families

Led by: Ruth Johnson, Union of Dance

Open level workshop for children and their families to be creative, have some fun and enjoy dancing. Children aged 2.5 years and over can join with or without an adult but this is a good opportunity for everyone to explore dance and movement in a relaxed environment.

Level: Open

Age range: Children of any age and their families

Studio 7, Northern Ballet

Important information

For this event you must book one ticket for everyone in your family you want to take part in the session.

E.g. if you as a parent want to attend with your child, you must book yourself a ticket.

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Please wear either soft dance shoes (such as ballet shoes), trainers that have not been worn outside or take part in bare feet.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Phoenix Dance Theatre: No Bounds, Boys-only workshop

Led by: Phoenix Dance Theatre

Aimed at energetic and enthusiastic boys who want to develop new dance skills, No Bounds is suitable for beginners and more experienced dancers.

Level: No experience required

Age range: 8 – 12 years

Studio 6, Northern Ballet

Important information

One ticket admits one child and one parent. Parents are requested to attend with children.

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Socks, barefeet or soft soled shoes, not previously worn outdoors, may be worn.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Open Access Taster – Phoenix Dance Theatre

Led by: Phoenix Dance Theatre

The Saturday School Programme invites children to have fun, develop and learn dance techniques, encouraging them to get creative all while being supported by leading dance practitioners.

Socks may be worn.

Level: No experience required

Age range: 8 – 12 years

Studio 6, Northern Ballet

Important information

One ticket admits one child and one parent. Parents are requested to attend with children.

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Socks, bare feet or soft soled shoes, not previously worn outdoors, may be worn.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

Step Up: Introduction to Contemporary Dance – Phoenix Dance Theatre

Led by: Phoenix Dance Theatre

Step Up is a fun class which encourages co-ordination, musicality and expression, giving children a great start in dance and movement. Children will have fun and learn dance all while being supported by leading dance practitioners.

Socks may be worn.

Level: No experience required

Age range: 3 – 6 years

Studio 6, Northern Ballet

Important information

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Socks, barefeet or soft soled shoes, not previously worn outdoors, may be worn.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

One ticket admits one child and one parent, parents are asked to attend with children.

Creative choreographic workshop & performance – Mena Dickinson Dance

Led by: Philomena Dickson, Mena Dickson Dance, Leeds Beckett University

A chance to see and join Mena as she tackles choreographic challenges before she dances a solo devised under the direction of DAZL’s Mason Jubb.

Level: Open

Age range: 11 – 18 years

Studio 5, Northern Ballet

Important information

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Please wear either soft dance shoes (such as ballet shoes), trainers that have not been worn outside or take part in bare feet.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building. Parents must wait outside the building.

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

Silent Disco

Join us for a fun family friendly silent disco. Come along and have a boogie to some of your favourite songs. Using our headphones, you get to choose what you dance to while your friends can dance to something totally different! There will be something for everyone to tap their feet to.

North Space, Yorkshire Dance

Musical Theatre Rep Workshop

Led by: We Will Rock You, Audition prep - Musical Theatre Workshop – Leeds Conservatoire

An full audition preparation class for those aged 16 – 22 years working on Arlene Philips choreography.

Level: Intermediate

Studio 3, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Trainers / soft soled shows only. No hard soled shoes.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk up spaces will be available.

Original styles of Hip Hop: Locking

Led by: Marie Mathias & Chris Banks, Bust-A-Move

In this workshop for those aged 6 – 17 years, we will be learning and training in the original style of Hip Hop (Locking) in a fun, friendly way to various music styles of Funk and Hip Hop. This workshop is great for those who want to learn more about Hip Hop’s foundation techniques and styles, sweat and have a fun time! Don’t just stand there, Bust-A-Move! 

Level: Beginners

Studio 1, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: any type of footwear apart from hard soled shoes.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Ballet for adults

Led by: Michelle Higgins, Balletic Leeds

For those new to ballet, learn the basic arm and feet positions, mastering skills such as glissade, assemble and balance.

For ages 18+ years

Level: Beginner

Studio 2, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Any type of shoe.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Afrobeats

Led by: Franck Zalo

Learn new Afrobeat steps incorporating fun, active footwork with high energy rhythms. A range of urban African dances are covered including Azonto, Coupé Decalé, Kuduro, Ndombolo and Afro House.

For ages 18+

Level: Open

Studio 1, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: please wear any type of footwear apart from hard soled shoes. Can include heels.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Adult Street Dance

Led by: Samantha Rutter, Dance Studio Leeds

Hip Hop Grooves – Let’s take it back to the 90’s and hip hop till we drop! Think Run DMC, Missy Elliot, Top of The Pops and MTV. Come and get jiggy with Sammie in this class for those aged 18+ and learn some old-school hip-hop grooves and fun routines.  

Level: Open

Studio 3, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Trainers/ soft soled shoes only

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Rhythm & Tap

Led by: Louise McDowall, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A fun-filled session for children aged 4 – 9 years, with rhythm, tapping and play that builds musicality and co-ordination. An energetic and upbeat class allowing kids to learn tap skills in a creative and lively environment. 

Level: Open

Studio 2, Yorkshire Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Footwear: Any type of show include hard sole, tap/flamenco

Ballroom

Led by: Paula Clarke

If you love the grace and glitz of Strictly’s Waltz, Quickstep, Cha Cha, Jive and Samba, this is the place to experience them for yourself. This is a fun, sociable way to develop and practise your skills.

For ages 18+

Level: Open

Studio 1, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: any apart from hard soled shoes. Can include heels.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Flamenco

Led by: Flamenco de Leeds

Flamenco has become increasingly popular with its exciting rhythms and movement. This session will allow you to become familiar with the dance form and style, and provide ample scope to enjoy and express yourself.

For ages 18+   

Level: Open

Studio 2, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Any including hard sole, tap/flamenco

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Pop Fusion

Led by: Alex Mettam, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A fun and creative class for ages 4 – 9 years old using popular music to get your body moving! Featuring funky street with a twist of other dance styles such as jazz to form a selection of dances.

Level: Open

Studio 1, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: any footwear apart from hard soled shoes. Can include heels.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Tap

Led by: Kate Geddes, Dance Studio Leeds

Come and learn a fun tap dancing routine. Complete beginners are welcome. Tap shoes are not required (smooth soled shoes recommended).

Level: Beginners

Ages: 18+

Studio 2, Yorkshire Dance

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Martha to Madonna – Over 50s Workshop

Led by: Emma Clayton, Dance Tribe

Emma Clayton will lead a 45 minute workshop suitable for over 50s, working through dance influenced by Martha Graham Technique and the music of Madonna.

Level: Open

Age range: 50+

Studio 3, Northern Ballet

Important information

Latecomers will not be permitted

Photos/videos are not permitted

No changing rooms are available, so please come ready to dance. Please wear either soft dance shoes (such as ballet shoes), trainers that have not been worn outside or take part in bare feet.

All participants and observers over the age of 11 are asked to wear face masks both during sessions and when moving around the building

Lift access is available but only for those with access needs

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Same Storm – York Dance Space

A spoken word and dance project in the city of York exploring the participants experience of the second lockdown. First premiered at FRESH, the regional Youth Dance Platform.

Shown on repeat throughout the day. No booking needed.

Foyer, Yorkshire Dance

Dance On (55+) Workshop and Cuppa

Led by: Izzy Brittain

A chance to try out Yorkshire Dance’s social dance classes for anyone aged 55 and over.

Level: Open

North Space, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: any

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Street Crew

Led by: Jemma Mae and Bobak Champion, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A combination of breakdance and streetdance. Includes hip hop – old skool (popping, locking, waving) and nu skool (krump, house and more) – a high energy, positively focused way into the funkiest moves on the street.

For ages 10 – 16 years.

Level: Open

Studio 3, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Trainers / soft soled shoes only.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Street Styles

Led by: Jemma Mae and Bobak Champion, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A combination of breakdance and streetdance. Includes hip hop – old skool (popping, locking, waving) and nu skool (krump, house and more) – a high energy, positively focused way into the funkiest moves on the street.

For ages 5 – 9 years.

Level: Open

Studio 3, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Trainers / soft soled shoes only.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Parents and Tots

Led by: Louise McDowall, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A fun session for parents and their babies or toddlers. Explore moving together in a fun and playful session.

For ages 0-3 years and their adult. Each ticket booked is for a 0-3 year-old and their adult.

Level: Open

Studio 2, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: any type of shoe can be worn including hard sole, tap / flamenco

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.

Ballet For Children

Led by: Alex Mettam, Yorkshire Dance’s Saturday Superstars

A fun session for children to help them get active, develop posture and concentration. Children will learn basic ballet skills in a creative fun environment – falling in love with ballet and dancing.

For ages 4-9 years.

Level: Open

Studio 1, Yorkshire Dance

Footwear: Any footwear apart from hard soled shoes. Can include heels.

If the advance booking is sold out, please do turn up on the day as walk-up spaces will be available.