Led by Emie Madden
Jazz
This session will consist of corner work and simple jazz exercises, followed by a routine. Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 Minutes
- All abilities
ascend
Dance Studios
Northamptonshire · Ages 8–14
Open dance classes,
every ability welcome
Ninety-minute sessions at a range of locations across Northamptonshire, mainly through the school half terms. Experienced or brand new — if your child wants to dance, there is a place for them.
- 8–14Age range
- 90 minPer session
- £10Per class
- AllAbilities
The classes
Two sessions, two age groups
We run two separate sessions so that each group dances with others their own age. Both are 90 minutes and cost £10.
Led by Florrie Helmn and Evie Hancock
Musical theatre
This session lightly covers singing and acting, mainly focusing on dancing. Routines to your favourite musicals will take place during this session. Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 minutes
- Light singing and acting
- All abilities
Led by Demi Masters
Contemporary
This session will focus on a contemporary routine (which will change every session) Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 minutes
- 1 routine
- All abilities
Led by Demi Masters
Commercial/ Hip Hop
This session will focus on a commercial / hip hop routine (which will change every session). Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 minutes
- 1 routine
- All abilities
Led by Sophie Johnston
Technique
This session covers technical skills within all styles of dance. Technique is extremely essential to develop as a result of the physical demand of dance. Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 minutes
- All abilities
Led by Antonia Jaroni
Stretch and conditioning
This session focuses on the participants strength and flexibility to support their skills within dance. Two different sessions for ages 8-10 and 11-14 will take place.
- £10
- 90 minutes
- Stamina training
- Flexibility training
- All abilities
These are open classes
There is no fixed weekly timetable and no term-long commitment. Each session’s time and location go out on Instagram and TikTok 1–2 weeks before it runs. Come to the ones that suit you.
School half terms
This is when classes normally run, and when you can expect the most sessions.
During school term
Only ever on a Saturday afternoon or Sunday, and only if a session is running at all. Always check our socials first.
Before you come
What to bring
There is no uniform and nothing to buy. Three things are all your child needs.
Suitable clothing
Something comfortable your child can stretch and move freely in.
Appropriate footwear
Trainers or soft dance shoes — whatever they already have is fine.
A drink
A filled water bottle. Ninety minutes of dancing is thirsty work.
Payment is £10 per class, either in cash on arrival or by bank transfer. We'll send you the transfer details when you get in touch by email or on social media.
Safeguarding
Your child is looked after
Every session is supervised by adults who are DBS checked and hold a chaperone licence. We keep the ratio tight and the room calm so that parents can drop off with confidence.
An activity waiver is compulsory for every child attending a class. It sets out our full safeguarding arrangements, along with medical and emergency contact details. Please complete it before the first session.
Download the waiver
PDF, 135 KB
Who you’ll meet
Our team
Demi Masters
Founder and company director
“Hey! I’m Demi and I have been dancing for almost 14 years — I started when I was just 2 years old! I currently have distinctions in Grades 1–4 of BTDA examinations and I’m Grade 5 now. I’ve done several local pantomimes and countless shows and competitions. Since I was just 10 years old, I have been assistant teaching young dancers in ballet, tap and modern jazz, and I loved every part! I look forward to beginning this journey with Ascend, and I’m beyond grateful to be doing it with my own best friends, who I met through dance!”
Emie Madden
Instructor
“Hiya, I’m Emie. I’m a trained grade 6 dancer in tap, modern jazz and classical ballet through BTDA. I have recently successfully auditioned for six dance colleges and accepted my place to start training on the BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Practice course at Arts1. I have loved being a part of my local pantomime and assisting weekly classes for dancers aged 4–13 for two years.”
Sophie Johnston
Instructor
“Hey! I’m Sophie and I have been dancing for almost 15 years. I have trained up to grade 6 in BTDA ballet, modern jazz and tap and I perform in multiple shows each year alongside competitions. For the past 4 years, I have been a student teacher for children from ages 2 to 11 and I cannot wait to continue my teaching journey at ascend with their amazing team!”
Florrie Helmn
Instructor
“Hi, I’m Florrie. I have been dancing from a young age and have a passion for Musical Theatre! I am working towards Grade 4 ballet, modern and tap, along with singing, acting and musical theatre training. I have gained valuable experience, student teaching younger children in ballet, tap and modern classes and I have also performed in multiple Christmas pantomimes for the past four years.”
Evie Hancock
Instructor
“Hi, I’m Evie. I been have been dancing since I was young and began doing drama and musical theatre quite a few years ago. I have been training and gaining experience at a theatre school. I have done dance shows and many performances with the school, I can’t wait to teach Ascends students!”
Ruby Stamps
Instructor
“Hi, I’m Ruby! I’m currently studying Level 3 Musical Theatre at college and have been attending MT classes since the young age of 3. Not only have I attended lessons but also taught MT lessons since 12 years old teaching a wide range of ages from 4-12. Not only am I trained in Musical Theatre, but also in graded exams with BTDA, up to grade 6 in ballet, tap and modern jazz. As well as graded exams, I also took part in many pantomimes at The Old Savoy theatre. I have always had a passion for teaching Musical Theatre and singing, and I perform in and around Northampton with mutual musicians. I am so grateful to have this opportunity to further strengthen my career in teaching and cannot wait to begin this new journey!”
Common questions
FAQs
Anything not covered here, just ask — we’d rather you checked than wondered.
How old does my child need to be?
Classes are for ages 8 to 14. There are two sessions — ages 8 to 10 and ages 11 to 14 — so your child dances with others their own age.
When do classes actually run?
These are open classes rather than a weekly timetable. Most run during the school half terms. During school term, if anything runs at all, it will only ever be on an alternate Saturday afternoon.
Each session’s time and location are posted on Instagram and TikTok 1–2 weeks before it runs.
How much is it, and how do I pay?
£10 per class. You can pay in cash on arrival, or by bank transfer — we’ll send you the details when you get in touch by email or on social media.
Does my child need dance experience?
No. Every ability is welcome and there is never an audition. Complete beginners and children who already train regularly are both catered for in the same session.
Do I need to book, or can we just turn up?
Please get in touch first. It lets us tell you the next dates, send the activity waiver, and make sure there’s space. The waiver is compulsory before a first session.
What should my child bring?
Comfortable clothes they can move in, trainers or soft dance shoes, and a filled water bottle. There is no uniform and nothing to buy.
Can I stay while my child dances?
Parents wait outside rather than in the room during the class itself, but you’ll see your child at water breaks. Every session has supervising adults who are DBS checked and chaperone licensed.
Where are classes held?
At a range of venues across Northamptonshire. The venue changes from session to session, which is why each one is announced on our socials 1–2 weeks ahead.
Book a place
Get your child on the list
Fill this in and we’ll come back to you with the next set of dates, the location nearest you, and the activity waiver.
- Email ascenddance1@gmail.com
- Instagram @ascenddancestudios
- TikTok @ascend.dance