Dance Shack, Worthing is a vibrant and dynamic dance school that has been operating in Worthing since 2021. Founded by Lucy Holloway and Garth Hall, Dance Shack started with just seven students in a church hall in Leatherhead. Lucy, who was the Dance Captain on the national tour of “Chitty, Chitty Bang Bang” at the time, would commute hundreds of miles every Sunday to teach.
Over the years, Dance Shack has grown tremendously and now boasts over 800 students regularly attending classes in 7 schools. Many of these students are represented by Shack Attack, the school's own agency, for film, theatre, and television work. Dance Shack is proud to be in partnership with Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing, and many classes are held in their excellent studios.
The philosophy at Dance Shack is to encourage each student as an individual, nurturing their confidence in all aspects of performing – dancing, acting, and singing. The focus is on providing solid technique through good teaching, allowing students' confidence to flourish. All teachers at Dance Shack have been trained at top performing arts schools and have extensive professional experience in the industry. This sets Dance Shack apart, as students get to learn from teachers who are still actively performing in the West End.
One of the highlights at Dance Shack is the yearly shows, where students gain valuable experience by performing on a professional stage with production values. These shows boost students' self-confidence and showcase their talent. Dance Shack is not only about honing performance skills but also about creating an enjoyable and friendly environment where students can build confidence in their daily lives.
Dance Shack believes in the numerous benefits of dance for a child's development, including physical stamina, improved coordination, posture, and general well-being. The school is often described as a big family, and they take pride in cultivating a sense of community and belonging. The team at Dance Shack is excited to welcome you and your child and provide them with a nurturing and inspiring environment.
Dance Shack is honoured to have Craig Revel Horwood as their patron, who believes that the students at Dance Shack are the future of dance and musical theatre. With the inspiring leadership of Lucy, Garth, and their team, he is confident that these students will reach fabulous goals.
Dance Shack, Worthing is dedicated to providing top-class dance education, while also fostering a love for the art form and building confidence in their students.