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Inspire School of Dance and Drama

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We inspire every pupil, in a nurturing, professional and positive environment.

Early Years Classes at Inspire

In our Pre School classes the children start their dance journey by learning ballet and tap in a fun, nurturing environment. We build confidence, independence, develop use of imagination and creativity whilst using props, singing songs and beginning to learn the basic ballet and tap steps. Children develop musicality, balance, co-ordination and begin to explore rhythm and develop strength in these classes.

Little Stars – 18 months to 3yrs.

Little Stars is the perfect way for your little one’s dance journey to begin. In our LITTLE STARS classes, children and their grown ups dance, sing, move, laugh and make special memories through the joy of movement!

The 30 minute classes are carefully designed to build confidence, develop rhythm, co-ordination, a love for music, spatial awareness, balance, and begin to learn the dance fundamentals in a fun, imaginative way!  Babies sing before they can talk and dance before they can walk – we can’t wait to welcome you and you little ones to our LITTLE STARS classes. Suitable for little ones 18 months – 3 years.

Shooting Stars – 3-4 yrs

In our Shooting Stars classes the children continue their dance journey by learning ballet and tap in a fun, nurturing environment. We build confidence, independence, develop use of imagination and creativity whilst using props, singing songs and beginning to learn the basic ballet and tap steps. Children develop musicality, balance, co-ordination and begin to explore rhythm and develop strength in these classes. This is a progression from our Little Stars classes and the children attend independently. Suitable for children 3-4yrs.

Ballet

Ballet is the foundation for all styles of dance. Our classes follow the IDTA syllabus. Classical technique helps to improve posture, balance, poise and co-ordination as well as building physical strength and technique. It also develops self-discipline and self-awareness as well as building self-confidence. At Inspire we offer the opportunity to take IDTA Ballet exams.

Tap

Our Tap classes encourage students to have fun exploring different rhythms whilst developing excellent co-ordination and learning a wide range of steps.  As they progress, students develop their style with more emphasis on speed of footwork, syncopation, improvisation and stage presence.  At Inspire we offer the opportunity to take IDTA tap exams.

Contemporary Modern Jazz

The IDTA have just launched a brand new Contemporary Modern Jazz syllabus,  it is a technical and theatrical form of dance. A fun and energetic dance style which incorporates lots of different styles including Lyrical, Contemporary and jazz. Modern Dance encourages freedom of expression giving students the opportunity to be creative with choreography.

Street Dance/Commercial

Street Dance is a stylish and dynamic form of dance, encouraging students to move with expression, energy and attack. Routines incorporate many strong, isolated movements as well as travelling steps and floor work. We also challenge the students by focusing on flexibility and strength alongside building the technical elements such as kicks, leaps and turns. At Inspire, we offer the opportunity to take IDTA Street dance exams.

Theatre Works

Our Theatre Works classes are a combination of Musical Theatre and Drama. We work on singing, acting and movement within these classes. We learn songs and routines from musicals, develop  improvisation skills working both in groups and independently. We have fun working on creative writing, directing, speech work. Our theatre works classes build confidence; developing a sense of stage presence and performance skills. We also, of course, play fun games!

Pointe Work

Whilst pointe work is not required until IDTA Intermediate level, we provide these sessions for those students who wish to learn pointe work alongside their Graded class. Getting pointe shoes is a significant moment in a young dancer’s life and requires a secure level of strength and technique; each student will be assessed individually to determine the right time for them to get their first pair of pointe shoes.

Contemporary

Contemporary Dance is all about expressing emotion through movement and unrestricted lines. Incorporating elements of Lyrical, Jazz, Ballet and Modern dance, Contemporary is a fusion of dance styles which allows students to express themselves in a unique way.

Acrobatic Arts

Our pupils will learn Acrobatics skills with careful, informative teaching that encourages safe practice and longevity in the young dancer’s body. The class helps to develop strength and flexibility and follows logical and effective progressions, leading towards more sophisticated skills.

The Acrobatics Arts Syllabus was developed with input from professionals and experts in ballet, modern dance, jazz, contortion, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, yoga, pilates, physiotherapy, hand balancing and more which is why it is proving to be so successful.

The children will love these classes as they are challenging, rewarding and most of all lots of fun. Classes available for children age 4+

Adult Classes

Inspire adult classes are welcoming, friendly, fun and have been described as ‘mid week dance therapy’

The beauty about our adult classes is that no matter what age, experience, or lifestyle you have; dance brings us together. Dance is for everyone!

We have fun and laugh a lot each week, our class motto is ‘if in doubt, fling yourself about!’

No experience is necessary, just a sense of humour.

Inspiring Young Performers

At Inspiring Young Performers, we’re passionate about performance; from the creative rehearsal process, to the buzz onstage – we love the journey from start to finish. 

  • I Y P offers the perfect balance of singing, dancing and acting
  • Energetic, vibrant, experienced teachers
  • Producing new productions each term
  • Weekly rehearsal of 2 1/4 hours
  • 3 live performances per year

Invite your friends and family to come and experience the performance and showcase your hard work.

It’s so much more than just the steps …

  • Confidence
  • Resilience
  • Friendship
  • Fun

Ready to flourish, on stage, behind the scenes, and in life…

Contact us to book your two week trial

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Inspire Choir

A family of voices, celebrating each other through the power of song’ 

The most special thing about our Inspire Choir is that it’s for our pupils and their families, to come together to sing and connect.

If you love to sing, then our Inspire Choir is perfect for you. Singing brilliant songs, connecting with others, laughing, feeling great and having a strong sense of belonging.

There are so many benefits to singing in a choir- it’s proven to improve wellbeing, reduce stress, lower blood pressure and of course most importantly of all – it’s great fun!

Inspire Choir FAQS

When? Every other Sunday 10.30-11.30am
Where? Molescroft Pavilion
Teacher? Miss Zoe is excited to be running our Inspire Choir!
Who? Pupils Age 6+ and their grown ups are most welcome! (Pupils do not have to attend with an adult, but grown ups are most welcome to come and sing with us)

Price
  • One pupil @ £6.55
  • One pupil + Grown up @ £10.55
  • Two pupils + Grown up @ £12.55

(Payment is made in advance in half term blocks, invoiced through our usual system)

Inspire Choir Dates for 2025/2026
  • 14th Sept (Free Launch) 28th Sept
  • 12th Oct 19th Oct
  • 9th Nov 23rd Nov
  • 7th Dec
  • 11th Jan 25th Jan
  • 8th Feb
  • 1st March, 22nd March
  • 19th April 26th April (back to back weeks due to bank hol)
  • 10th May 24th May
  • 7th June 21st June
  • 5th July

Home Education Hub

Calling all Home Educating Families – this is for you; Creative and Inclusive Performing Arts Classes ! 

Why Join our Home Ed Hub?

  • Build Confidence
    Empower your child to express themselves and discover their unique voice in a safe, encouraging space.
  • Make Friends & Connect
    Our classes are a wonderful way to meet other home-educated children and experience the joy of collaboration.
  • Ignite Imagination
    From drama to singing, every session inspires creativity, curiosity, and original thinking.
  • Flexible & Inclusive
    We understand every child learns differently—our sessions adapt to individual needs and styles.
  • Develop Life Skills
    Performing arts strengthen communication, empathy, and resilience that last a lifetime.
  • Celebrate Their Talents
    Every child deserves a chance to shine, explore, and grow at their own pace.

Join us for fun, inspiring sessions where confidence and creativity take centre stage!

Where and When?

We meet every Wednesday 1-3pm during term time at St Nicholas community centre, Beverley.

We have two brilliant classes on offer for children Age 4 – 16yrs.

We offer a FREE trial for both sessions to ensure we’re the right fit for your children. It’s then £7.50 per class or £12 for both classes payable in half term blocks.

Home Ed Hub Sessions we have two brilliant sessions running each week. EXPLORE and CREATE… 

Home Ed Hub Community Trips & Masterclasses!

Each term, we invite our home education pupils and families to join us for exciting trips and inspiring workshops designed to enrich learning and strengthen our community.

What to Expect:

Community Trips
Once a term, we’ll venture out together on a special trip linked to what we’re exploring in class. From theatre visits to outdoor adventures or days out at places like The Deep, these experiences bring learning to life!

Creative Masterclasses
We also welcome local professional creatives—actors, singers, dancers, and more—to deliver exclusive workshops tailored to our pupils’ interests. These sessions happen on the same day before our regular classes, offering extra chances to develop skills and ignite new passions.

Introducing Home Education CREATE Classes!

Imagine. Create. Perform.

Join us for an exciting journey where every child has a place to shine!

Be part of putting on a full musical production once a term!

Love the spotlight? Step into one of the exciting roles on stage.

Prefer behind the scenes? Try your hand at:

  • Creating props and set pieces
  • Designing costumes
  • Directing scenes
  • Helping with lighting and sound

There is a role for everyone—on stage and off!

Each term, the group will collaborate to create a wonderful performance to share with family and friends.

  • Perfect for all abilities
  • Nurtures creativity and teamwork
  • Builds confidence and skills in a fun, supportive environment
Introducing Home Education EXPLORE Classes!

EXPLORE – Sing. Move. Act. Shine.

Looking for a fun, relaxed way to build confidence and creativity? Our EXPLORE classes are the perfect place to start!

These fast-paced performing arts sessions are all about:

  • Building confidence
  • Forming new friendships
  • Expressing creativity
  • Most of all—having FUN!

Each class includes a mix of:

  • Singing
  • Dance & movement
  • Drama & imaginative play

Whether your child is a natural performer or trying something new for the first time, EXPLORE is ideal for all abilities. Everyone is welcome, and no experience is needed!

Come along, get involved, and let your child discover their voice in a supportive, joyful space.