Dance

Dance

What is it? 

Dancing is a form of art that involves the movement of the body, generally in response to or in time with music. It is utilised for many purposes, including exercise, emotional expression, storytelling and exercise, and can be found all over the world in a huge variety of forms.

What does it involve?

The practice of dance basically involves the movement of the body to music. The specifics can very greatly, as you can dance without music, individually or as part of a group, and to many different styles of music, but the basic form of bodily movement stays the same throughout. 

Why do it and what are the benefits?

Dancing is a really great activity for developing both mental and physical attributes - it's a really fun way of exercising, and improves general physicality and balance, while helping boost confidence and creativity in other areas of life.

What equipment do we need?

The only thing you should need for dance is some appropirate clothing and music! Some disciplines such as ballet may require some more specialist attire, but beginners will generally be provided for by the tutor. 

Who is it suitable for?

Dance can be suitable for all ages! Even difficult dancing can be taught to extremely young children, and it's beneficial to everyone regardless of age. 

Costs?

Although dancing is free in theory, to hire a tutor will cost you some money! Every individual will have their own price list, so make sure to research costs in regards to different dances before booking. 

Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)

Not everyone will enjoy dancing or have a natural rhythm, so make sure the activity is fun in other ways for those with less of an aptitude for it! Some students may dislike the spotlight, so learning a group dance could be a fun way of including those who are a little shy. 

How do we include?

Dance is not a fixed idea, and can be interpreted however you want! People of all abilties can dance, even those who are bound to a wheelchair - you can learn to incorparate all conditions into dancing if you have desire to. 

Doing it abroad?

Foreign countries will all have their own tradtional dancing styles and music which could be great fun to try out! See if there are any taster sessions you can take your students to, but make sure to do your reseach before you go!

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Check out individual wesbites for more information on specific dancing acitivites. 

Venues with this Activity

One of the country’s leading sporting venues, Plymouth Life Centre provides both locals and tourists with a fantastic range of sport and activity to get involved with.

We can provide activities such as canoeing/kayaking, mountain biking, sailing, winkling, fishing, rock climbing, weasling (crawling through large boulders), tennis, archery, dancing etc. We also do residentials with young people who our IYSS teams work with.

Set in Poole, Dorset, Everyone Active Leisure Centre: Rossmore offers a range of different activities to the local community.

From swim to gym, climbing wall to soft play area, this is a leisure centre that caters for everyone.

Found on Deepdale Road in Loftus, Cleveland, Loftus Leisure Centre provides a great community activity centre. In the leisure centre you will find two swimming pools, a sauna and spa, a gym, squash court and group exercise studio whilst outside there is a recreational field.

Learning at our outdoor education centre makes Mill on the Brue a perfect environment to inspire people. With over 40 activities to choose on our 25 acre estate, we can tailor-make your programme to suit the needs and requirements of your group.

The leisure pool has a 65m snake slide, wave machine, waterfall, volcano, water jets and five lane waterslide! Standard swimming facilities also available.

If you love Performing Arts we offer top quality training taught by industry professionals at Pineapple Dance Studios.

At Pineapple Performing Arts we have something for everyone! Our classes range from children aged three to teenagers and also adult courses for any age from beginners to advanced.

Penyrheol Theatre is situated in the heart of Gorseinon and forms part of Penyrheol Leisure Centre, which is heart of Gorseinon with direct and easy links to Junction 47 of the M4.

Five Amazing Attractions - One Amazing Trip!

Modelled on the Eiffel Tower, when Blackpool Tower opened in 1894 it was the tallest building in Britain. It took just 3 years to construct using 5 million bricks and over 2,500 tonnes of steel. It can be seen from as far afield as the Lake District and North Wales.

Duston Sports Centre includes a Trilogy Health & Fitness state of the art gym, dance studio, 4 court sports hall, function room, bar and sports pitches

Enjoy our leisure pool, gym, courts, events arena and sports hall. Or enjoy our cafe or hire a room for your event.

Junior Gym

We also offer supervised junior gym sessions.

The outdoor adventure park at Activity Land is now used exclusively for Camp MK and Kids Play After School Clubs bursting with different activities, 

The Barrowlands is a major dance hall and concert venue in Glasgow, Scotland.

The Trinity Centre is an iconic space and much-loved Bristol landmark, based in the heart of Old Market

Activ4 was established in 2002 and is today run by people with a genuine passion for providing students with the best travel experience possible.  

Activ4 has gained a deserved reputation for delivering tours worldwide offering excellent value.  

There are 5 large work areas which enable schools to undertake large scale art projects and dance activities.

Colston Hall is Bristol’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment by major names in rock, pop, jazz, folk, world and classical music, stand up comedy and light entertainment, as well as local choirs, orchestras and schools.

We are an award-winning, purpose-built conference, arts and entertainment centre offering a variety of facilities including:

The original purpose built Kingswood centre overlooks the picturesque beauty of the Wrekin and Clee Hills

An exciting venue for outdoor adventure and learning in a picturesque and easily accessible location, Staffordshire provides a welcoming and friendly environment

Our original Kingswood centre, where guests instantly feel at home

Particularly suited for younger students where all activities are close to the main buildings

Working with teachers to inspire a life-long love of Shakespeare in young people.

Prepare for a rare experience!

Cholderton Charlie’s Farm is a unique activity centre on the border of Wiltshire and Hampshire, and an absolute must for animal lovers.

Its Rare Breeds Farm and Education Centre makes it a fantastic place for young people to learn about endangered species and the environment.

From seahorses to sharks, crocodiles to crabs - they're all here!

Throughout our aquarium you will come face to face with a whole host of marine creatures from around the world, but also many which you would find in the Thames Estuary: rays, crabs, starfish and many more.

Meet Puffer fish, Lionfish and a very famous Clownfish! You can also play, do arts and crafts or even make up a fish dance!

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