For Young People
If you are a young person looking for ways to get involved in dance, we've compiled a series of resources to help.
DLG are passionate about nurturing the talents and aspirations of the next generation of dancers. We have assembled a wealth of resources aimed at empowering children and young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to thrive in the world of dance. From #DLGstories, dance classes and educational programs to career guidance, we hope this will support you to taking the next steps to access dance at whatever level you choose.
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Hear the inspiring stories from young people and how dance has impacted their lives
Find Your local Dance Class
Organisation | Style(s) | Location | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
2Faced Dance | Male Dance (Contemporary) | Herefordshire | http://www.2faceddance.co.uk/our-classes |
ACE Dance & Music | Contemporary, African & Carribean | Birmingham | http://www.acedanceandmusic.com/learn/dance-classes/ |
Ascension Dance | Contemporary, Parkour, Freerunning, Break dance | Coventry | http://www.ascensiondance.co.uk/ascensionyouth |
Bhangra Active Dance | Bhangra | Solihull | http://www.netmums.com/local/l/bhangra-burnout-dance-classes#item=1 |
Birmingham Pro Class | Varied (contemporary) | Birmingham | https://brumproclass.org.uk/dance-classes/ |
Birmingham Royal Ballet | Ballet | Birmingham | https://www.brb.org.uk/get-involved |
Black Country Dance hub | Various | Black Country | https://blackcountrydance.com/ |
Bollywood Dreams Dance | Bollywood | Birmingham, Solihull & Wolverhampton | https://www.bollywooddreamsdance.com/academy.aspx |
Brewhouse Arts Centre | Various, including inclusive classes | Staffordshire | https://www.brewhouse.co.uk/workshops/ |
Dancefest | Various, Contemporary | Worcestershire | https://www.dancefest.co.uk/participation/ |
ENTW9 | Ballet, Contemporary, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre | Worcestershire | https://www.entw9dancecompany.co.uk/dance-school |
Elmhurst ballet School | Ballet | Birmingham | https://www.elmhurstballetschool.org/en/ |
Eloquent Dance | Acrobatics, Afro Dance, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Commercial | Birmingham & Black Country | https://www.eloquent.org.uk/timetable |
Embody Dance | Inclusive Dance, dance fitness, tap, contemporary, musical theatre, street, acro | Nuneaton | https://www.embodydance.co.uk/classes/ |
FABRIC | Ballet, Bollywood, Commercial, Contemporary, Hip hop, house, jazz, Vogue | Birmingham & Nottingham | https://fabric.dance/classes-workshops/ |
FRONTLINEdance | Inclusive Dance | Staffordshire | https://frontlinedance.co.uk/community/ |
Flexus Dance Collective | Contemporary | Black Country | https://www.allaboutthefight.net/ |
Freewheelin' Dance | Wheelchair Dance (Ballet, Contemporary, Street, Samba, Waltz) | Birmingham | https://www.freewheelindance.com/classes |
Giraffe Dance | Inclusive Dance | Solihull | https://www.giraffe-dance.com/ |
Highly Sprung | Physical Theatre | Coventry & Warwickshire | https://highlysprungperformance.co.uk/work/sprungsters/ |
Linden Dance | Contemporary | Birmingham | https://lindendc.com/#Youth |
ME Dance | Contemporary & Various | Black Country | https://medancecompany.co.uk/contemporary-dance-classes/ |
Man Made Youth Company | Contemporary | Birmingham | https://autindt.co.uk/learning-participation/ |
Motionhouse | Contemporary, Circus | Leamington Spa | https://www.motionhouse.co.uk/regular-classes/ |
Off Balance Dance | Inclusive Dance | Coventry | https://www.facebook.com/alexissuza/ |
Off Beat Dance | Tap, Heels, Commercial | Litchfield | https://www.offbeatdance.co.uk/ |
Shropshire Inclusive Dance | Inclusive Dance | Shropshire | https://sidance.live/welcome/participation/ |
Sonia Sabri Company | Kathak, Tabla, Bollywood | Birmingham | https://ssco.org.uk/ |
Spectra Arts | Inclusive multi-arts | Birmingham | https://wearespectra.co.uk/about/ |
Steppin' Out | Various | Solihull | https://www.thecoretheatresolihull.co.uk/whats-on/all-shows/steppin-out/27276 |
That! Dance | Inclusive Dance | Staffordshire | https://www.facebook.com/itsthatdance |
Translucent Dance | Ballet, Ballroom & Latin, Contemporary, Jazz, Street, Musical Theatre, Tap | Worcestershire | https://translucentdancestudio.co.uk/ |
Resources for Young People
Where Can Dance Take Me?
This resource by One Dance UK, 'Where can dance take me?', is a downloadable journal for young people who are interested in exploring dance as a career. Filled with tips and advice, the journal is designed to be used alone or with the support of teachers and/or careers advisors; for those at the start of their creative journeys.
Studying and Careers in Dance Medicine and Science
One Dance UK’s Dance in Higher Education (HE) report, Taking it Higher, shines a light on the rapidly shifting landscape of dance in Higher Education. With responses from 64 HE educators working across 47 different institutions, the report takes a deep dive into the unprecedented changes seen over the last five years. A striking 100% of those completing the survey stated they had witnessed a change in provision in dance HE in the setting(s) they work in and a staggering 64% of educators stated that they had experienced a dance course closure at their work institution within the last five years.
A guide to careers in dance
A comprehensive guide to the amazing career pathways dance offers. Interested in a career in dance? The One Dance UK Careers Guide gives expert insight into a range of pathways such as performing, creating, teaching and supporting dance.