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Next Step Contemporary | Cambridge

Wed 23 Sep - Wed 7 Jul  - 5.15pm - 6.35pm
Free
Suitable for 10-15 years...
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Building confidence & creativity through movement

Next Step Contemporary is an invitation-only programme for young people aged 10–15 who demonstrate potential and enthusiasm for dance. The classes offer an introduction to the training and creative approach of the DanceEast Centre for Advanced Training (CAT).
Thanks to the generous support of the Leverhulme Trust, these classes are free to attend.
Our aim is to nurture each young person’s developing dance skills while building confidence, creativity and a love of movement. Through contemporary dance, students are encouraged to challenge themselves, work collaboratively, express their own ideas and develop as confident, creative young people in a supportive and inclusive environment.

What to expect

Classes are led by Katie Shepherd and a range of visiting guest artists, giving students the opportunity to experience different creative approaches and teaching styles throughout the year. Sessions introduce the foundations of contemporary dance, helping young people develop strength, coordination, musicality and confidence in movement.

Students explore a wide range of movement qualities, travelling through space, floor work, balance, rhythm and creative movement, while gradually building the physical skills and technical understanding needed for contemporary dance.

Alongside technical development, Katie encourages curiosity, creativity and collaborative learning. Through improvisation, choreographic tasks and group activities, students are supported to explore their own ideas, develop confidence, work as part of a team and discover their individual artistic voice in a positive and encouraging environment.

Throughout the year, students have opportunities to share their work in informal studio sharings for parents and carers, celebrating their progress, creativity and growing confidence as performers.

Learn about Katie & the DanceEast CAT Team
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Explore everything the DanceEast CAT has to offer and other opportunities to get involved.

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Photos by Chris Nash and DanceEast.

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