Cheshire Dance

Move & Connect Chester (Spring Term)
2024-04-09 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-04-23 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-05-07 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-05-21 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-06-04 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-06-18 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-07-02 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-07-16 09:30 - 11:00 UTC and 1 more date | Storyhouse, Hunter St, Chester, CH1 2AR, United Kingdom
Chester Community Class
Open Level Contemporary Dance Classes in Chester. Everyone welcome, classes are accessible to all level, abilities and experiences.
Ranging from guided improvisation to more formal dance exercises, we awaken our bodies to find ease and flow, to listen to sensations within and to play with the physical possibilities and personal expressions that arise.
Classes will be led by experienced Chester based professional dance artists with a focus on making these sessions fun, inclusive and accessible for all. Please come and join us and bring a friend – alternate Tuesdays at Storyhouse (Studio).
All sessions are from 9.30 am – 11.00 am.

If you enjoy moving and connecting with others, then this class is for you!
Provisional Dates: please email to confirm dates and your attendance.

Tuesdays: 09/04, 23/04, 07/05, 21/05, 04/06, 18/06, 02/07, 16/07, 30/07

Cost: £3/£5/£8 depending on your individual circumstances.
Book your place here. Or, For more information, contact Bettina Carpi at: bettinacarpi@hotmail.com.

DCNW NW Artists Consultation Sessions
2024-07-17 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-07-22 10:00 - 12:30, 2024-07-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Various, CW7, United Kingdom
Dance Consortia North West is announcing a reset moment with a series of three consultation sessions with artists and independent producers across the region. Please do join us.
The agenda will focus on the future of dance in the NW and will be facilitated by two new DCNW consultants, Ian Tabbron and Helen Palmer, thanks to the support of Arts Council England funding. Together we can instigate a real push for change, to create more and better opportunities for dance across the entire region.

Ian and Helen bring a wealth of experience and will be working with us into the new year through 3 phases:

Consultation – So we really understand current and future needs in a fast changing and what can feel like an ever-tougher working environment.
Planning – Not just a document, but working groups that will re-imagine new, much needed programmes for dance development.
Resourcing – And yes, we have a fundraiser too, who will help make those crucial asks for longer term investment in the projects we design together.

The broad aims that we can use to help guide our thinking and action will centre around ‘new work, new practice, diversity and place.’ No doubt our climate emergency will and should feature too. All conversations during the sessions will be held in confidence.

The three sessions will take place on:
Wednesday 17th July 2pm – 4.30pm – Lancaster (The Storey)
Monday 22nd July 10am – 12.30pm – Liverpool (Unity Theatre)
Tuesday 30th July 10am – 12.30pm – Manchester (Contact Theatre)

You can book your FREE place at any of these consultations here.

Whilst encouraging in-person, we will open up an opportunity to join online.
We are keen to hear from diverse voices, but we recognise that it can be especially difficult for freelance artists and practitioners to attend consultation sessions in person due to a variety of reasons such as financial, childcare, access requirements etc. We have a small number of bursaries available to support travel and per diem expenses. If you are interested in applying for a bursary, please click here.
There will be other gatherings planned too in the coming months, not just about the future of North West dance but also practice sharings and events coming out of the final phase of DCNW’s Research Programme.
Please confirm which date you can join us by booking a FREE ticket here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/cheshire-dance/e-xlgbke.
Let’s work together and push again for change.

Bursaries:
At Cheshire Dance, we believe that access, equity and diversity are important for Dance Consortia North West, our programme and the wider dance sector. We have a limited number of bursaries available for each workshop for £40 each to cover travel expenses and basic per diem costs.
We therefore may not be able to accommodate all requests due to budget limitations.
If you are not successful in securing a bursary and are therefore unable to attend one of the workshops, we will arrange for you to speak to Ian or Helen directly on a one to one basis.

To apply for a bursary, please complete this short form here: https://forms.gle/gJ1PFxnbUnWm7qiK9

For questions or queries or to tell us about any access requirements, please contact: dcnw@cheshiredance.org.

MM Dance Northwich (Autumn Term )
2024-09-09 09:45 - 10:45, 2024-09-16 09:45 - 10:45 | St Wilfrids Church, 142 Witton Street, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5NP, United Kingdom
Contemporary dance classes for ages 50+. Meet others, get active and have fun in a sociable and friendly session for all abilities.
No experience needed – comfortable clothing advisable. Just £5 per session. Mondays 9.45-10.45am, St Wilfrids Church, 142 Witton St, Northwich CW9 5NP. Come and join the fun! For more info, call 01606 861770 or email: classes@cheshiredance.org.

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Please note: When booking your sessions online, please be aware that you are able to book for one-off sessions or complete terms. For questions regarding our payment system, please contact hello@cheshiredance.org.

Step Into Dance (Autumn Term)
2024-09-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Theatre Porto, Whitby Hall, Ellesmere Port, CH65 6QY
Dance for Home Education
A session from Cheshire Dance for all primary schools ages who learn outside of mainstream education. Alternate each week between creative sessions that explore new movement skills, styles and choreography & Capoeira sessions that explore the Brazilian artform that mixes martial arts with dance, acrobatics and music. Pay per session (£5 only).
No sign up fees or contracts; all abilities welcome. Term Time only, Mondays 10-11am at: Theatre Porto in Ellesmere Port.
For more info, contact Cheshire Dance on 01606 861770 or email: classes@cheshiredance.org.

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Please note: When booking your sessions online, please be aware that you are able to book for one-off sessions or complete terms.

For questions regarding our payment system, please contact hello@cheshiredance.org.

MM Dance Neston (Autumn Term)
2024-09-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Neston Methodist Church, 10A Liverpool Rd, Neston, CH64 3RP, United Kingdom
Contemporary dance classes for ages 50+. Meet others, get active and have fun in a sociable and friendly session for all abilities.

No experience needed – comfortable clothing advisable. Just £5 per session. Mondays 10am – 11am, Neston Methodist Church, 10A Liverpool Rd, Neston CH64 3RA.. Come and join the fun! For more info, call 01606 861770 or email: classes@cheshiredance.org.

BOOK HERE

Please note: When booking your sessions online, please be aware that you are able to book for one-off sessions or complete terms.

For questions regarding our payment system, please contact hello@cheshiredance.org.

Keep on Dancing at Storyhouse (Autumn Term)
2024-09-09 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Storyhouse, Hunter St, Chester, CH1 2AR, United Kingdom
Cheshire Dance in partnership with Storyhouse brings you Keep on Dancing – a weekly dance session as part of Storyhouse Elders, a series of events celebrating ageing creatively.
This new community will give you a special opportunity to work with us to learn, rehearse and collaborate. PLUS, there’ll be some great performance opportunities too.
In the weekly sessions you will be inspired by events, activities and shows happening in the wider Storyhouse programme and will become immersed in the Storyhouse community.
The sessions take place in ‘The Studio’ by Storyhouse on Northgate Street every Monday from 2-3pm.
Classes are £5 per person and can be paid in advance by clicking this link or by card in person at the start of each session.

For more information or to chat with us about these sessions, please call 01606 861 770 or drop us an email at: classes@cheshiredance.org.

Balanço na Ginga Capoeira (Autumn Term Mondays)
2024-09-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Unity Centre, 17 Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN, United Kingdom
Capoeira for Adults

Capoeira is a Brazilian art form which mixes martial arts, dance, acrobatics and music. It is an exciting way to develop fitness and coordination as well as increase confidence and self-esteem.

Regardless of your fitness level, experience or age, or whether you are simply interested in trying something new, then this is for you. Come along to learn more about this beautiful art form on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm at The Unity Centre, 17 Cuppin Street, Chester CH1 2BN

All levels welcome. Pay per session: £9

Book your place at: piolhocapu@hotmail.com and subsequently register your details by filling in this form.

DS Dance Winsford (Autumn Term)
2024-09-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Cheshire Dance: Winsford Library, Winsford Library, High Street, Winsford, CW72AS, United Kingdom
DS Dance Winsford is a dance group for people with Downs Syndrome, run in partnership with Down Syndrome Cheshire.

Come along to make friends and have fun. Join us every Tuesday evening from 5.30pm-6.30pm at Winsford Library, CW7 2AS. (Term Time Only).

To attend, contact: rebecca@dscheshire.org.uk
For information: www.dscheshire.org.uk

The Spotlight Project (Autumn Term)
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:30 | New Images Youth Centre, Nixon Drive, Winsford, CW7 2HG, United Kingdom
Calling all Young People in Winsford aged 11-18!
Join us for The Spotlight Project – fun, friendly and active sessions to get you moving. Take part in dance & movement workshops or fitness sessions every Tuesday evening.
Dance & Movement runs from 7pm-8.30pm.
Fitness is from 7pm-8pm.
No booking needed, just come along to take part in the activities that interest YOU. The Spotlight Project is the chance to try something new, meet new people, get active and have fun. Beginners welcome, this group is for all abilities and high school ages.
All sessions are FREE! What’s more, there’ll be snacks, time for chats and the opportunity to do something different on a Tuesday night at New Images (Winsford Youth & Community Forum).
For any questions or queries, pop over a message to classes@cheshiredance.org.

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Prebook your place here – or simply turn up on the day!

Dance to Health Crewe (Autumn Term)
2024-09-11 10:00 - 12:00 | St Andrews Church, St Andrew's Church,, Bedford Street, Crewe, CW2 6LE, United Kingdom
Fun and effective movement classes for over 55s for those who have had or are at risk of falls. Join our fun and friendly sessions led by highly qualified dance instructors.
Every Wednesday from 10am to 12pm at St Andrew’s Church, Bedford Street Crewe CW2 6LE. Only £3 per session, contact Bettina on 07780 531 681 to come along, or email: bettinacarpi@hotmail.com
Benefits of Dance to Health:
• Reduces falls by up to 58%
• Fewer aches and pains
• Increases independence and quality of life

NB: Dance to Health is an established falls-prevention dance programme that combines verified strength and balance exercises with the creativity, expression and energy of dance.

Balanço na Ginga Capoeira (Kids) - Autumn Term
2024-09-11 16:30 - 17:15 | Unity Centre, 17 Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN, United Kingdom
Capoeira for Kids

Capoeira is a Brazilian art form which mixes martial arts, dance, acrobatics and music. This class looks to build confidence and self-esteem in children aged 5-7. Come along, make friends & have fun, every Wednesday afternoon from 4.30pm to 5.15pm at The Unity Centre, 17 Cuppin Street, Chester CH1 2BN.
All abilities welcome. Pay per session: £6

To book your place, email: piolhocapu@hotmail.com. Subsequently please register your child’s details here.

Dope Development (Autumn Term)
2024-09-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Crewe, Crewe Lyceum Theatre, Crewe, CW1 2DA, United Kingdom
Hip Hop dance classes for boys aged 8-15 at Crewe Lyceum Theatre in Cheshire. Learn, train, develop, grow and perform.

Wednesdays 4.30-6pm. Term time only.
First Session, Free; Subsequent sessions, £7. (“Pay as you Dance”).

About the Sessions:
Dope Male Performance Co. is a Crewe based, professional hip – hop influenced performance group founded by choreographer Jack Robinson in 2012. Company highlights to date including site – based Olympic Torch Performances, National UDance platforms, Big Up North Dance Theatre Festival & NOW Northwich.
DMPC offer classes for boys from ages 8 to young adults & with opportunities for national performances & progression routes into the professional company, this emerging dance company is rapidly gaining recognition right across the UK.
Find out more at: www.dopemaleperformancecompany.co.uk or message us here to book a spot

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DS Dance Warrington (Autumn Term)
2024-09-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Pyramid Arts Centre, Palmyra Square, Warrington, WA1 1BL, United Kingdom
DS Dance Warrington is a dance group for people with Downs Syndrome, run in partnership with Down Syndrome Cheshire.

Come along to make friends and have fun. Join us every Wednesday evening from 5.30pm-6.30pm at Pyramid Arts Centre, WA1 1BL. (Term Time Only).

To attend, contact: rebecca@dscheshire.org.uk
For information: www.dscheshire.org.uk

Balanço na Ginga Capoeira (Autumn Term Wednesdays)
2024-09-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Unity Centre, 17 Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN, United Kingdom

Keep On Dancing Vicars Cross (Autumn Term)
2024-09-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Vicars Cross Community Centre, Thackeray Drive,, Vicars Cross, Chester, CH3 5LU, United Kingdom
Keep On Dancing – Vicars Cross
Join us at Vicars Cross Community Centre!

Dance & movement classes for ages 50+. Meet others, get active and have fun in a small and friendly class for all abilities. No experience needed!

Thursdays 11.30am – 12.30pm, Vicars Cross Community Centre, Thackeray Drive, Vicars Cross, Chester, CH3 5LU. Only £5 per session.

Please note: When booking your sessions online, please be aware that you are able to book for one-off sessions or complete terms.
For questions regarding our payment system, please contact hello@cheshiredance.org.

BOOK HERE

DS Dance Chester (Autumn Term)
2024-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Parade Enterprise Centre, 51 The Parade, Blacon, Chester, CH1 5HW, United Kingdom
DS Dance Chester is a dance group for people with Downs Syndrome, run in partnership with Downs Syndrome Cheshire.

Come along, have fun and make friends – everyone is welcome! Thursday evenings from 5-6pm (Term Time only) at The Parade Enterprise Centre, Blacon, Chester CH1 5HW.

To attend, contact: rebecca@dscheshire.org.uk
For information: www.dscheshire.org.uk
