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Learn Circus skills from some of the best performers in the country!

Learn Circus skills from some of the best performers in the country!

The main motivation behind Life Juggling is to help us feel more ease and flow in life through the challenging aspects of learning and growing. It also allows us to practise being kind to ourselves and accepting of where we are right now. Juggling acclimatises us to the idea of resetting; if the ball drops, we have an opportunity to breath and try again. Using play, movement, reflective practice and juggling skills, you will be guided through a variety of group and individual exercises designed to teach the fundamentals of 3-ball juggling. You will be encouraged to try something new and let go of the idea of needing to be ‘good’ straight away.

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The personal development gained by studying the Performing Arts is invaluable. Confidence, memory, concentration, physical fitness, presentation skills, critical thinking, social skills; these are just some of the areas that will be enhanced by your child taking part in our classes.

Heidi started dancing at the tender age of 3 years old at Dorothy Coleborn School of Dancing completing her training at Doreen Bird College of Performing Arts (now Bird College). She is a registered ballet teacher with the R.A.D, a Tap and Modern qualified teacher with the I.S.T.D and a Rambert Grades certified teacher. Prior to her teaching career Heidi danced professionally onboard RCCL & P&O Cruises, Mystique Blackpool, numerous pantomimes, fashion and trade shows and on Portuguese television! She played the part of Phyllis in two no.1 UK tours of the musical 42nd Street. During her 20+ years of teaching she has been lucky enough to co-choreograph 5 whole school productions and 7 group trips to perform at Disneyland, Paris with Dorothy Coleborn School of Dancing and act as co-choreographer on Freckles the Musical at the Edinburgh Fringe. Heidi was choreographer on four professional pantomimes for UK Productions at Theatre Royal, Bath. Director/Choreographer of two HMDA whole school productions and is about to take 35 HMDA students to dance at Disneyland, Paris.

Dweamah Dance Academy was founded by Amy Rowe back in 2014. Based in Midsomer Norton it now has a wide team coming from all over the south west to train at our highest standards. It started off as a small one class of 30 for a bit of fun for the children; Over the years it has progressed to teaching over a hundred children doing shows, music videos, dance workshops, carnivals, events and competitions. Dweamah Dance Academy now consist of 3 competition teams and one open class. It now has a high reputation of good quality lessons with a relaxed feel and lots of fun! We believe children enjoy the fun relaxed environments, helping them make lots of friends and feel like theyre part of a big community family. Children don't just learn to dance and to compete but they learn respect, trust and everyday manners. All children help out at running several fundraising events through out the year and we also do our part by helping charities and helping others within the community.

By-Line is a fun line dance session. Started during the COVID epidemic as a temporary fill in when we couldn’t touch each other to jive, it has evolved and taken on a life of it’s own. This is not a conventional class, we include some traditional dances to country music but also routines to popular songs from the 40’s through to todays hits.

The Keyford Dancing School is now in its 51st year under the ownership of Patricia Veale, previously known under the name of Keyford Ballet School and owned by Carol Iles. The name is derived from Keynsham and SaltFORD where the classes are held. Since 1973 thousands of boys and girls have enjoyed classes in ballet, tap, modern and jazz. Many past pupils are now bringing their children to the classes and some continue to dance themselves in adult ballet and tap classes. Boys and girls have in the past few years been able to take part in the Opera & Ballet International in their productions at the Bristol Hippodrome and the Theatre Royal Bath. Hundreds of children have also appeared in the Fry Club Pantomimes and other local productions including the school’s own shows at Broadlands School in which all pupils take part. Pupils have also appeared at Her Majesty Theatre London and in 2016 appeared at Disneyland Paris.

As a Flamenco dancer, María Cristina offers entertainment at a variety of events, from weddings to birthday parties and corporate events. She also provides 1-1 and small group tuition, which is accessible for all age groups. Why not have a go and learn in a fun environment? Hailing from Madrid, Maria Cristina has been a Flamenco, Danza Española and Ballet dancer most of her life. Whilst studying to be a teacher at University, she never gave up her love of dance and human movement and she pursued Latin Dance, Street Dance, Contemporary Dance, Jazz, Body Expression and Aerobics. After moving to England to work as a Teacher, her passion for dance saw her continue to explore and develop Latin Dance, Ballet, Street Dance and Tap Dancing. While teaching in Primary school, she implemented dance into P.E. classes as well as offering Flamenco Dance classes and private events outside of school hours. It was this that made her realise that her real passion was for Flamenco and sharing this with others. María Cristina has what we call in Spain "Salero" - Irrepressible zest that comes from her cultural roots.

The Keyford Dancing School is now in its 51st year under the ownership of Patricia Veale, previously known under the name of Keyford Ballet School and owned by Carol Iles. The name is derived from Keynsham and SaltFORD where the classes are held. Since 1973 thousands of boys and girls have enjoyed classes in ballet, tap, modern and jazz. Many past pupils are now bringing their children to the classes and some continue to dance themselves in adult ballet and tap classes. Boys and girls have in the past few years been able to take part in the Opera & Ballet International in their productions at the Bristol Hippodrome and the Theatre Royal Bath. Hundreds of children have also appeared in the Fry Club Pantomimes and other local productions including the school’s own shows at Broadlands School in which all pupils take part. Pupils have also appeared at Her Majesty Theatre London and in 2016 appeared at Disneyland Paris.

As a Flamenco dancer, María Cristina offers entertainment at a variety of events, from weddings to birthday parties and corporate events. She also provides 1-1 and small group tuition, which is accessible for all age groups. Why not have a go and learn in a fun environment? Hailing from Madrid, Maria Cristina has been a Flamenco, Danza Española and Ballet dancer most of her life. Whilst studying to be a teacher at University, she never gave up her love of dance and human movement and she pursued Latin Dance, Street Dance, Contemporary Dance, Jazz, Body Expression and Aerobics. After moving to England to work as a Teacher, her passion for dance saw her continue to explore and develop Latin Dance, Ballet, Street Dance and Tap Dancing. While teaching in Primary school, she implemented dance into P.E. classes as well as offering Flamenco Dance classes and private events outside of school hours. It was this that made her realise that her real passion was for Flamenco and sharing this with others. María Cristina has what we call in Spain "Salero" - Irrepressible zest that comes from her cultural roots.

Ballet Bristol is a community based, adult amateur ballet company. Non-profit making and self-supporting, we provide opportunities for dancers of all abilities to perform, and bring dance to those who are unable to see ballet at the theatre. A central goal of our group is to perform FREE of charge in residential homes and at community events. The company provides adult dancers in the Bristol and South West region with the chance to come together to do class, learn repertoire and enjoy dancing.

Whitchurch Dance Studio welcomes students aged 2 1/2 years to adults to a variety of classes including Classical Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Street Dance/Hip Hop, Singing, Drama, Lyrical, Contemporary, Zumba and FitSteps.

Dancing is probably the best exercise you can get for mind and body, it increases lung capacity, tones muscle, improves balance by strengthening the core and helps with mental agility not to mention relaxing and socialising. Be sure of a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at either T-Jive Workshops or By-Line Sessions. T-Jive, established September 2015, run weekly modern jive workshops on Tuesday afternoons, 2 - 4 pm, £8. Modern jive is an enjoyable and easy to learn partner dance, smoother than Rock ‘n Roll, but just as much fun. We aim to teach the fundamentals of the dance to give you a firm foundation so you are able to dance with confidence from day one, from absolute beginners through to intermediate. It’s okay to come on your own or with a partner, we have several dancers who instruct and lead or follow.. T-Jive private lessons available, details on request.

Based on the wilds of Exmoor, CaveMouth live off a strict diet of cider and road-kill and make music to keep the neighbours away and the foxes in. The band produce a fabulously gritty original sound, blending blues, funk and hip-hop liberally sprinkled with saxophone and conscious lyrics (or 'Swamp Funk' as the band like to call it). Guaranteed to get people up and dancing the band are firm festival favourites having played at Boomtown, Glastonbury, Sidmouth Folk Festival and even Clockenflap festival in Hong Kong.

Delta Americana meets British Rhythm, and Folk. Originals from the Musician and Troubadour from London. Growing up in the folk and protest scene, to then fleeing the city to live nomadically using music to travel. Across Europe and the states, from living in a cave to recording in New Orleans, Rosemary concluded her pilgrimage at Robert Johnsons crossroads. Now with roots in Bristol she is currently working on the release of her debut album ‘Peace Revue’

Slowly assembled together after years of “life's wonderful lived experiences” - at college, at Green Man festival, on Gumtree adverts, at gigs - Wakey Wakey Rise & Shine eventually emerged in Bristol in 2020. Influenced by the likes of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Snapped Ankles, and the New Wave trailblazers DEVO and B-52s, the band came to define their Psychedelic/post-punk sound; frilly psychedelic melodies fused with the fuzzed-up fury of high-octane post-punk, all powered by an embrace of all things silly and irreverent: “fun and mischievous ways of expressing yourself within art is probably an artist's greatest weapon”, explains Seamus, “Collectively we enjoy being a bit silly with our ideas and keeping the writing process interesting and playful.” The band have been generating new fans through their unpredictable live shows with their music receiving airplay on BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Introducing in the West and featured in The Unsigned Guide's Spotlight blog.

Anwar Siziba is an RnB, Soul, Hip hop and Afrobeat singer-songwriter originally from Essex now based in Bristol after spending a few years in Cardiff during and after university. He found his love for singing when he was just 10 years old, in a gospel choir at the church he attended with his mum. From here his passion for performing and expression through music has continued to grow into his adult life. Since then Anwar has constantly grown as an artist learning to record, mix and master his own songs and has released a catalogue of music that shows off his versatility as an artist, most recently his 5 track EP 'Afro Love' which visits his influence from his African roots. Anwar’s inviting stage presence, smooth vocals and harmonies bring a cool atmosphere to music fans wherever they choose to listen. He has been featured as a BBC Horizons artist for 2022 and has also featured on multiple tracks on the Welsh A-list. Over recent years he has performed at many events in local clubs, a performance at the O2 arena London and also had his own small scale headline show at the Tramshed in Cardiff. His music has been played on various radio stations including BBC Radio Wales. During the COVID-19 pandemic he wrote and performed the first verse, second verse and the bridge of a song called ‘We won’t forget’ which was composed for those who have lost their lives during the pandemic, particularly dedicated to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people who died disproportionately.

Nothing Rhymes With Orange (NRWO) - are a UK indie rock band producing anthemic originals for a rapidly growing audience of passionate fans. Tracks are packed full of blistering energy, urgent lyrics and propelling drums. Members Elijah Easton (guitarist, lead vocalist), Samuel Briggs (bassist), Lui Venables (drummer), Fin Anderson-Farquhar (lead guitarist) each share a love of music and take inspiration from bands such as Kings of Leon, The 1975, Fontaines D.C and The Killers.

Described by Loudwire as 'sounding like Queens of the Stone Age breaking Royal Blood out of Jail', Krooked Tongue are a Bristol based alt rock trio, known for their encapsulating live performances which have been at the forefront of a growing buzz in the UK rock/indie scene. Releasing their sophomore EP 'Deathproof' in 2023 to critical acclaim, the band have garnered interest from Radio 1, Sirius XM and many more iconic media outlets. Now hot off the back of an action packed year of tours which saw them head to Estonia and play sell out shows across the UK, the band strive to continue their rise and cement their place as a mainstay in the rock landscape.

Writing songs that not only stick in your head and leave you wanting more. The Indie, folk, neo-acoustic duo sound takes inspiration from Welsh roots with a fun twist of looping drum beats, percussion and harmonies to fill out the soundscape. Transporting you with honest and vulnerable lyrics that lead you through reflective stories. AFBOB strive to create immersive and impactful live sets both as a 5 piece and as a duo using loop and effect pedals to construct a complete audio landscape.

The Clean Up are an infectiously groovy, indie, funk and soul band that bring easy-going musical experiences to the stage. It’s hard to believe that they only formed in 2023 based on the unwavering chemistry within the group which is evident in their enticing performances that make you want to move your feet. They effortlessly blend infectious grooves with soulful vocals, captivating saxophone melodies and a tight rhythm section that keeps the audience stepping on the floor all night.

KALA CHNG is a half-Chinese British Pop music artist from Knowle West, Bristol, UK. As songwriter, singer and producer she creates an original blend of Pop music with Chinese sounds and urban influences (influenced by Bristol bass, grime and dubstep beats, classical Chinese instruments, catchy pop lines, and R&B).

Based in Bristol, UK. The Vineyard Vendetta is an independent solo project that is offering a new and unique sound for your lovely ears to digest, with his first single "Again" which dropped in October 2021. Heavily influenced by rock, indie, and pop, it's safe to say that this has contributed to Vineyard's unique style of songwriting and production. The Vineyard Vendetta recently released their debut EP, creatively named "The Vineyard Vendetta" a three track alternative rock EP, written, recorded and produced by The Vineyard Vendetta during the Covid-19 lockdowns. The pandemic served as a challenge but also offered a sense of needing to be creative, and thus resulting in the new EP. The Vineyard Vendetta has also released music videos for all three tracks, serving as a connected short film which tells a comedic narrative, reflective of the music and run and gun film style.

Digsby are a Bristol indie band, mixing classic 60s/70s song writing, alt country, blues, and rock, all tied together with Laurel Canyon infused harmonies. Digsby blends all of these influences with a mutual obsession with The Beatles to create ‘odd pop’ with killer choruses.

Karen Swan is an enigma... with soaring vocals and haunting lyrics transporting the listener to a creative wonderland. Weaving spaces between genres often niched as *Avant -Folk...alt/contemporary folk rock with a touch of avant~garde and tinge of punk energy. Born in Birmingham UK now based in Bristol UK Karen Swan is also an actor clown and writer and has performed worldwide solo and with her band of changeling troubadours *My Creatures, most fortunate to have the accompaniment of incredible pyrotechnic mandolin and mandola player Carl Philip Louis.

The blues is part of the past, the present and the future of music. The Davine Blues Collective play a varied mix of covers and original songs, always creating a live act which will keep you entertained throughout the show. The bands core starts with a solid foundation of Chris on drums and Ric on bass creating a tight rhythm section that is overlaid by Davine’s talented slide and fingerpicking guitar style. Specialising in alternative blues, hill-country blues and much loved blues classics, The Davine Blues Collective create a strong and unique rhythmic flow to accompany the thoughtful lyrics. They bring you to a world where guitar riffs and groove are one and then leave you with a satisfying feeling of having been shown a new refreshing take on what the blues can be in our modern day world.

EDDY is an emerging singer songwriter with a knack for writing gorgeous, catchy tracks that follow you around for days after listening to them. Born and raised in a small town in Herefordshire, she has ventured to Bristol to spread her musical wings and serenade the city. EDDY is an artist that thrives on pushing the boundaries of genre, blending elements or pop, folk and country with unique beats and melodies that have garnered her attention from Radio 1, Radio 6 and BBC Introducing where she is regularly played and supported.

The Legendary Snake SNAKE Snake are a Somerset 4 piece with equal shots of banjo, guitar, cajon, and bass. We blend Hillbilly, Mariachi, European, Country, Punk and Rock n Roll rhythms into our strange Somerset melting pot to create a heady mix of raucous uptempo Burrow Hillbilly Cow Punk. We write and record all our own original songs mainly focused around Somerset, Chilli eating, Bowie loving, Scrumpy drinking, Cat chasing and local baiting, whilst chucking in a few well known lively covers.

The Makings are a Bristol-based outfit, with overtones as diverse as jazz and blues, but rooted in rock, funk and soul. They offer big, brash sounds that bring something different to the Bristol music scene and beyond. Pushing boundaries rather than being confined by them, The Makings' deep-groove sound coalesces around jazz-tinged shuffles, bluesy guitar riffs and harmonious vocal stylings, all locked together by a fluid yet rock-solid rhythm section. And this synergy fuses with raw lyricism unafraid to confront life’s darkest moments and find the light within them. This is refreshingly candid songwriting and the result is both intriguing and uplifting.

Ribble - two Northern men, a fiddle, a guitar, and a large beard. So far, so what? Well, add in a 90s drum synth, some mighty arrangements of meaty fiddle tunes, some songs, some wrong turns, battle scars earned busking the streets of Salisbury, a barrowload of inane banter and the feeling that your mad rum-soaked uncle is roaring at you to dance on the tables, then you’re getting close to what Ribble offer. For those of you of a more delicate or sophisticated nature, please rest assured we can reign in our more feral impulses to produce a smooth background sound for your wedding or garden party. Look at our gig history to see we've been very popular on the wedding and private party circuit.

Cleo & The Patras are a four-piece original rock band based in Bristol. Their music is inspired by classic rock sounds while reflecting contemporary life's themes. Cleo's soprano vocals combine with WillPower's melodic guitar solos, G-Man's punchy bass lines and Matt's distinctive rhythm to create our unique sound. Their journey has seen us perform at iconic Bristol venues like The Louisiana, The Fleece, The Thunderbolt, The Exchange. We have self-released an EP showcasing our standout tracks that has been featured on multiple radio shows.

Milly Mason is a seventeen-year-old singer songwriter from Cardiff whose songwriting shows a maturity beyond her years. Following the release of her recent single, she was a BBC Radio Wales A-list artist where her music received regular airtime. Her musical influences include fellow singer songwriters Amy Macdonald, Bruce Springsteen and Tracy Chapman, only to name a few. She has performed at numerous festivals over the years including Lakefest, AppFest, Nibley Festival, Malvern Rock and Worcester Music Festival amongst others. Milly Mason’s most impressive talent is the ability to accurately explain something through her songwriting, relating to moments in life which she is yet to encounter. Her ability to blend experiences from beyond her age with her fresh, youthful sound is admirable, and her confidence in doing so is even more remarkable.

Formerly known as "Griffiths and Hollingsworth", Keyboard wizard Steve Griffiths and ace singer/songwriter guitarist James Hollingsworth met on the Swansea music scene in the early 90's, but it wasn't until 2016 that they got into the studio and began work on what would turn out to be a full-production progressive rock concept album! It's a concept album, and the concept is the democratisation of knowledge of our true history on this beautiful living jewel of a planet, with a picaresque tale woven through. The album was released as a double cd to great acclaim on Friday 13th December 2024 and reached number 2 in the Hypeddit Rock Chart and has had radio play on many Prog shows. Helping to bring the album to the stage are the legendary Jan Antonius on bass, and Sam Miller (The Green Inspiration Band) on drums. There's almost a rule these days not to make long songs, or albums, or (gods forbid!) a concept album, but as Terry Pratchett made Nanny Ogg say, one of his Discworld witches: "When you break rules, break ‘em good and hard...

Island is an indie-folk project comprised of Chaz Thorogood and Giles Nuttall - two friends and musicians who grow up by the sea in south Devon and have come together to create honest music they love. Built around melodic guitar and raw vocals, it is music for being outdoors, for self-reflection and growth, for travelling and returning home - all recorded off-grid in a houseboat on the River Avon. Chaz and Giles reached Heron Island via two different routes. Chaz has spent the last decade successfully releasing music under his solo project (Chaz Thorogood) whilst also working as a touring session musician. At the same time, Giles moved to the Swiss Alps and forged a path across the mountains in apres ski bands, whilst writing with and recording for up-and-coming artists in Switzerland. All paths lead home and the pair felt the time was right to bring together their years of experience and passion for authentic music, and to create something which truly reflected them. Heron Island is just that.

Henry Ray is an American born country blues rock singer, guitarist & songwriter based in the UK. He emerged from the Albuquerque music scene in the 90's to record an album at Real World Studios in Box UK for Union Japan Records.He has released a self produced solo EP titled "This Old Thing" in 2024 which included tracks that were featured on UKCountryRadiocom and UnsignedRadio.co.uk as well as rockrageradio in Nashville. Henry Ray and his band "El Toro" played many small venues in 2024, and was one of the headliners at Marshfest. He will be releasing the 2nd EP "57" in early 2025.

Big Mambo is back! Big Mambo is a dynamic all-female 4-piece band from Bristol, known for their unique blend of original funk, rock and pop songs and infectious grooves. All seasoned musicians playing in various other bands and projects over the years, performing in many venues and festivals, they have finally reformed, after a 30yr break!