Community Dance Open Day 2026
St Helens College, Saint Helens, WA10 1PP
Saturday 16th May 2026
St Helens Local Cultural Educational Partnership (LCEP) are excited to host a series of free to attend workshops as part of 'Step Forward: St Helens Dance Festival'.
Join us at St Helens College on Saturday 16th May for a fun-filled day of free 75‑minute dance workshops, open to children and young people across the borough as part of the Step Forward St Helens Dance Festival. These exciting sessions give participants the chance to learn new skills, try different dance styles, and work with fantastic local dance artists. Each workshop focuses on a specific genre and age group, helping young dancers build confidence, creativity, and a love of movement. Whether your child is a complete beginner or already loves to dance, everyone is welcome!
📅 Workshop Schedule – Saturday 16th May. All sessions take place at St Helens College.
Session 1🕙 10:00 – 11:15am
Session 2🕦 11:30am – 12:45pm
Session 3🕐 1:15 – 2:30pm
What to Expect:
A lively 75‑minute session led by experienced dance practitioners
A friendly, supportive environment suitable for all levels
Opportunities to explore different dance styles
A brilliant way to get moving, get creative, and be part of the festival energy!
Important Information:
All workshops are free, but spaces must be booked in advance.
Participants should wear comfortable clothing suitable for dance and bring a drink.
Parents/carers may wait onsite if preferred.
Please book the session appropriate to your child’s age group.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Step Forward St Helens Dance Festival – let’s dance! 💃🕺
Join us at St Helens College on Saturday 16th May for a fun-filled day of free 75‑minute dance workshops, open to children and young people across the borough as part of the Step Forward St Helens Dance Festival. These exciting sessions give participants the chance to learn new skills, try different dance styles, and work with fantastic local dance artists. Each workshop focuses on a specific genre and age group, helping young dancers build confidence, creativity, and a love of movement. Whether your child is a complete beginner or already loves to dance, everyone is welcome!
📅 Workshop Schedule – Saturday 16th May. All sessions take place at St Helens College.
Session 1🕙 10:00 – 11:15am
Session 2🕦 11:30am – 12:45pm
Session 3🕐 1:15 – 2:30pm
What to Expect:
A lively 75‑minute session led by experienced dance practitioners
A friendly, supportive environment suitable for all levels
Opportunities to explore different dance styles
A brilliant way to get moving, get creative, and be part of the festival energy!
Important Information:
All workshops are free, but spaces must be booked in advance.
Participants should wear comfortable clothing suitable for dance and bring a drink.
Parents/carers may wait onsite if preferred.
Please book the session appropriate to your child’s age group.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Step Forward St Helens Dance Festival – let’s dance! 💃🕺
