Classes
We offer classes for a range of children and young people of all abilities from ages 6 – 19.
Open Classes
Join these classes at any time – no audition required.
RISE Youth & Performance Group
These sessions are for more experienced dancers – join via audition.
RISE Youth
Early RISERS
Members of Early RISERS take part in weekly dance classes to build confidence, make new friends and experience contemporary dance as well as build skills in other dance styles.
Early RISERS will have performance opportunities throughout the year, such as our annual show REACH along with various end of term sharings.
We run two Early Risers groups, the North group in Lockleaze, and the South group in Bedminster.
School Year 2 – 4
Saturday 9:30 am – 10.30 am
North: The Hub, Gainsborough Square, Lockleaze, Bristol, BS7 9XA
South: acta Community Theatre, Gladstone St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 3AY
RISE Juniors
RISE Juniors will gain experience in the foundations of contemporary dance including technique and build skills in other styles. The dancers are given opportunities to be creative and work together to make movement.
They perform at various events such as Bristol Refugee Festival, REACH and end of term sharings.
We run two RISE Juniors groups, the North group in Lockleaze, and the South group in Bedminster.
School Year 5 – 6
Saturday 10:45 am – 12.15 pm
North: The Hub, Gainsborough Square, Lockleaze, Bristol, BS7 9XA
South: acta Community Theatre, Gladstone St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 3AY
Horison
Horison is a class for young people who enjoy dance to build their contemporary technique and meet new people. They will be introduced to other styles of dance and will work with different teachers.
As with all groups, there are performance opportunities throughout the year.
School Year 7 – 11
Tuesday 5:00pm – 7:00 pm
North: Trinity Academy School, Bristol,
BS7 9BY
South: acta Community Theatre, Gladstone St, Bedminster, Bristol,
BS3 3AY
RISE Youth
RISE Youth is a regular commitment, and we hold open auditions twice a year.
Sessions are primarily led by Helen and Luke with occasional guest teachers and workshops. Members of this group have many opportunities to perform throughout the year.
School Year 9 – 13
Saturday
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Trinity Academy School, BS7 9BY
Performance Group
Performance Group is aimed at young people who may be considering a career in dance or those looking for more intensive training. Membership is via an audition.
Members receive advanced training and additional workshops by professional dancers. They choreograph their own pieces and perform at national events. They may also have the opportunity to take part in international exchanges and will be supported by the team through the audition process to further training.
School Year 11 – 13
Thursday
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Saturday
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
St Mary St James, Gainsborough Square, Lockleaze, Bristol BS7 9XA
Trinity Academy School, BS7 9BY
Contemporary Technique
A focused contemporary technique dance class designed to help young dancers develop strong foundations and refine their skills.
Classes will focus purely on technique, working on strength and flexibility, control and coordination, alignment, balance and movement technique.
Drop-in / termly, open to non-RISE dancers also.
School Years 2-6
Thursdays
4:30pm – 5:30pm
The Hub,
Gainsborough Square,
Lockleaze, Bristol BS7 9XA
Movement
Mash-Up
Aimed at all levels, ages and bodies – it will be an opportunity to get grooving and moving to fab tunes!
There’ll be no technical element so dance experience isn’t needed, we just want to offer a chance for people to have a bit of fun while getting fit!
£6 drop-in or £30 for a
6 week block!
