Workshops and Classes for Schools

Kickstep teachers can come into your school during the school day to hold classes and workshops in:

• Dance
• Dances From Around the World
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Cheerleading
• Martial Arts
• Musical Theatre

This not only follows the recent government initiative to bring in five hours of culture a week and increases the standard of Arts in the school by bringing in professionals, but also allows teachers to have their valuable PPA time.
Our teachers will work alongside your teachers to plan lessons, linking our subjects to current classroom themes, making learning fun and engaging through many different mediums.

For our 'Themed' workshops, several of our teachers can intergrate any of the creative arts (drama, music, movement and art) into a specific area of your curriculum.  Past workshops have included 'The seasons', 'Around the world', 'Light and dark' (polarities), 'Romeo and Juliet', and festivals (Christmas, Easter, Carnival).

Dance Workshops

Our dance classes and workshops will inspire the pupils to kickstep into an energetic and simple routine which will boost their confidence, coordination, flexibility, and inspiration for dance as well as encourage team work, creativity and inspire them to enjoy expressing themselves through dance, just as our ancestors have for thousands of years.

'The teacher was excellent; the boys really responded to his approach and the content of his workshops. This was the first time that any of the groups had tried dance and their confidence benefited hugely. At the end of the Arts Week it was evident that all the year groups noted Dance as their favourite workshop.' - Dan McSherry, Rokeby School

We offer highly trained teachers in:

• Ballet
• Tap
• Street
• Contemporary
• Jazz Dance
• African Dance
• Balinese Dance
  
• Indian / Bollywood Dance
  
• Bellydance
• Irish Dance
• Rock and Roll Dance

...the choice is yours!

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Dance Day can begin with an introductory assembly about the origins, different styles of dance and the part it played in society (max 15 minutes). The pupils will be asked to participate throughout helping the dance teacher identify different types of music or dances/moves. There is also the option to include information about posture, muscles and health. A summary of all the information we cover will be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Warm up
• Stretching and games
• Exercises
• A short routine.  Each routine will be tailored to suit the specific Key Stage group, fulfilling national curriculum criteria.
  
  

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below.

Dances From Around The World Workshop

Give your children the chance to learn about different countries, their culture and history in this workshop.  Learn a national dance from a range of countries and explore the origins of the dance and where it came from.  Each class can learn a different national dance, ending in a show at the end of the school day in front of all.

You can choose from

• Balanese Dance
• African Dance
• Irish Dance
• Scottish Dance
• Turkish Dance (Bellydancing)
• Indian Dance (Bollywood)...and more.

Or all of the above!

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Dances From Around the World Day can begin with an introductory assembly about the origins, different styles of dance and the culture and history of the country (max 15 minutes). A summary of all the information we cover will be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Information about the country, culture and origins of national dance
• Warm up and stretching
• Exercises and learning the moves
• A short routine
• Rehearsal of performance (if necessary)
  

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below.

Also it does not need a large space or equipment, just your mind and body!

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Yoga day can begin with an introductory assembly (max 15 minutes) about the origins, history and types of Yoga, meditation and relaxation. There is also an option to include information about posture, muscles and health.

The students will then be split into classes of max. 30 pupils, lasting from 40 minutes for reception to 1 hour plus from years 3 – 6 and secondary. Each class will consist of:

• Introduction to Yoga (History and facts)
• Meditation
• A warm up
• Breathing Exercises
• Yoga Asanas/Postures
• Relaxation Techniques and Visualisation.

Each class will be tailored to suit the Key Stage group, fulfilling the national curriculum criteria.
The classes for children under 10 yrs will be taught with an exciting story. The older groups may focus more on concentration, breathing and relaxation techniques, tools which could help them get through their exams.

A summary of all the information we cover can be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to show their friends or parents something special they have learnt.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below. 

Cheerleading Workshops

This is a fantastic team building, non competitive exercise that can be enjoyed by anyone.  Great for those children who do not enjoy traditional PE classes!
If you would like to learn Stunting, as well as the dance part of Cheer you will need gym equiptment.

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Cheerleading Day can begin with an introductory assembly about Cheer (max 15 minutes). A summary of all the information we cover can be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Warm up and exercises
• Choosing a team name and colour
• Drills
• Introduction to stunting where appropriate (gym equiptment needed)
• A short routine.  Each routine will be tailored to suit the specific Key Stage group, fulfilling national curriculum criteria.
  

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below. 

Pilates Workshops

Improve your core strength and gain awareness of how to stand and move you body in the most efficient way.

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Pilates Day can begin with an introductory assembly about Pilates (max 15 minutes). A summary of all the information we cover can be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Warm up and exercises
• Pilates exercises
• A cool down
  

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below. 

Martial Arts Workshops

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Martial Arts Day can begin with an introductory assembly about the history of martial arts (max 15 minutes). A summary of all the information we cover can be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Warm up and exercises
• Drills
• Sequence of moves learnt
• A cool down
  

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below. 

Musical Theatre Workshop

Hugely popular, this workshops gives the children the opportunity to work with professionals, working in the industry.  Learn scenes and musical numbers from a famous West End musical.

The Day

OPTIONAL: The Musical Theatre Day can begin with an introductory assembly about Musicals and the West End (max 15 minutes).  A summary of all the information we cover will be handed to students in the form of worksheets at the end of the classes.

The students will then be split into classes, lasting from 40 min for reception to 1hr plus for years 3-6 and secondary.
Each workshop will consist of:

• Warm up
• Stretching and games
• Exercises
• Learning about the Musical
• A short routine
• Rehearsal for performance (if necessary) 

OPTIONAL: Finish the day with a school assembly performance, allowing any groups or individuals who would like to perform the routine in front of an audience of the students, teachers and even parents.

Price

£280 for the whole day. (£1.50 per student based on 6 classes of 30 students).

For individual class information please go to the after-school club link below.

Yoga Classes during the school day.  As seen on CBBC!

We teach fun and educational yoga classes from Reception up.

The Class

For 4-9 year olds our drama school training helps us take the children on a magical adventure to a new part of the world where we will talk to all sorts of animals and usually solve a mystery.
Each class will consist of:

• Stretch and Relaxation
• A warm up
• Breathing Exercises
• A Yoga Adventure including Asanas/Postures
• Relaxation Techniques and Visualisation.

For 9 years old-upwards classes will focus more on correct posture, breathing, concentration and relaxation to help with those stressful exams! These classes are so enjoyable, physical, educational and relaxing.

Each class will consost of:

• Stretch and relaxation
• Breathing Exercises
• A Yoga Asanas/Postures including sun salutations and sequences where appropriate
• Show and Tell of postures learnt (optional)
• Relaxation Techniques and Visualisation.

Each class will be tailored to suit the Key Stage group, fulfilling the national curriculum criteria.

Price

From £55 per hour (£2.75 per student, based on a class of 20).

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