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Based in Ipswich, Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) is a dance school welcoming students across a range of ages and styles. The academy teaches ballet, tap, hip hop and contemporary, with early years sessions such as Little Stars and Dance With Me introducing pre-schoolers to movement through play and imagination.

Alongside regular classes, SADPA runs workshops, assessments, performances and competitions. A dance school like this is a good fit for anyone hoping to build technique and confidence, whether starting young or trying something new, with a free trial available for those wanting to see if it suits them.

Range of styles

Pre-school classes

Free trial

Performances and competitions

Workshops

Suffolk Academy of Dance and Performing Arts (SADPA) is a dance school in Ipswich offering ballet, tap, hip hop and more.

Suffolk Academy Of Dance & Performing Arts Ltd.

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Based in Bispham, Blackpool, TCTKD is a martial arts school teaching original ITF Chang Hon Taekwon-Do. The school runs classes for adults as well as Lil Dragons sessions aimed at children from age four to five, with regular gradings to mark progress through the syllabus.

Taekwon-Do is a Korean martial art that combines striking, kicking and patterns work, and many people take it up to build stamina, flexibility and discipline. Classes here are kept small, giving newcomers and experienced students alike a chance to train closely with the instructor.

Original ITF Taekwon-Do

Kids Lil Dragons classes

Adult classes

Regular gradings

Small classes

TCTKD Bispham is an ITF Taekwon-Do martial arts school in Blackpool, with adult classes, kids' Lil Dragons and regular gradings.

TCTKD Bispham

Based in Bedford, Tekkers FC is a football club for children who love having a ball at their feet. The club was set up by a founder whose own dream of playing professionally never came true, and who wanted to give young players a place to grow their passion for the game. Alongside club training, it also offers one-to-one coaching.

Player development here follows an all-round approach covering physical, social, psychological and technical skills, with around four hours of training each week. Kids' football clubs in general are a good way for youngsters to build confidence, make friends and pick up good habits through regular, structured play.

Football for kids

Four hours weekly training

All-round player development

One-to-one coaching

Tekkers FC is a kids' football club in Bedford offering all-round player development and one-to-one coaching for young players.

Tekkers FC

Based in Sale, Greater Manchester, The Adventure Cave is an outdoor activities venue in the local area. It offers a place for those looking to try something a little more active and adventurous away from the usual gym setting.

Outdoor activity centres like this are generally a good fit for people wanting to challenge themselves, build confidence and spend time being active. They can suit individuals, groups and families alike, and often provide a welcoming introduction for newcomers as well as those with more experience.

The Adventure Cave is an outdoor activities venue in Sale, Greater Manchester, offering active and adventurous experiences.

The Adventure Cave

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Based in Brentwood, Essex, The Fellowship is a martial arts club focused on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling. It offers local people a place to learn and practise ground-based grappling close to home.

Generally, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling centre on positional control, escapes and submissions, with technique valued over size or strength. Classes at this kind of club typically mix drilling with live rolling, and many people find the training a good way to build fitness, problem-solving skills and confidence. Anyone thinking of starting is usually best off getting in touch first to ask about beginner options.

The Fellowship is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and submission grappling club in Brentwood, Essex, for people keen to train in grappling martial arts.

The Fellowship, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu / Submission Grappling

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Set in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, The Jewels Studio is a dance school where students can develop their movement and technique in a supportive setting.

Dance classes are a good way to build confidence, coordination and fitness while learning something new. Whether you are just starting out or looking to keep progressing, a studio like this offers a space to practise, work towards goals and enjoy moving with others.

The Jewels Studio is a dance school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, offering classes for those looking to learn and progress.

The Jewels Studio

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Based in Telford, ToriArts Studios is a performing arts and aerial school welcoming children, teens and adults. The Madeley site is a purpose built studio offering a broad mix of disciplines, including ballet, tap, street, jazz, acrobatics, aerial hoop, conditioning, musical theatre, drama and singing.

A dance and performing arts school like this suits complete beginners as well as those looking to develop their technique, with opportunities that can include stage performances, examinations and competitions. It is a good option for anyone wanting to build confidence and try something new in a supportive setting.

All ages welcome

Wide range of disciplines

Aerial training

Purpose built studio

Beginner friendly

Performances and exams

ToriArts Studios in Telford is a performing arts and aerial school offering dance, drama, musical theatre and more for all ages.

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