What does North East Dance offer?

We provide educational programmes in dance and fitness, along with training programmes and skills development courses for individuals and communities across the NE region.

Do you run programmes for different ages and abilities?

We offer a diverse range of dance and fitness programmes for individuals of all ages and abilities, and we also create customised programmes for schools and local authorities.

Can I hire your dance studio in Sunderland?

Yes, our fully equipped dance studio in Sunderland is available for hire upon request.

North East Dance | Contemporary Dance in Sunderland

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North East Dance is a dedicated dance company based in Sunderland that is passionate about bringing the joy of dance to everyone. As a non-profit Community Interest Company, they focus on providing health and wellbeing opportunities at a neighbourhood level to address the specific needs of the community.

They offer a wide range of dance and fitness programmes for people of all ages and abilities. In addition to their regular classes, they also create bespoke programmes for schools and local authorities. Some of their notable programmes include Dance4ward! Curriculum Support Programme, Dare 2 Be Social Awareness Programme, Limited Mobility Dance Programme, and Jive Alive Holistic Dance Programme, among many others.

North East Dance's mission is to promote healthy lifestyle choices through dance and movement, inspiring people to become fitter, healthier, motivated, and inspired. They strive to bring a sense of happiness and wellbeing to everyone they work with. Their core business values can be described in three words: Improving, Changing, Engaging.

With their dedication to expanding dance accessibility, North East Dance has now extended their services internationally, covering regions from the North East of the UK to Florida in the US, and seeks further global expansion. They have the capabilities to work across sectors, delivering programmes that cater to the needs of commercial, corporate, and voluntary beneficiaries. This includes collaborations with schools, colleges, universities, community centres, NHS, LEA's, and charities.

Since their establishment in 2007, North East Dance has been a pioneer in the social enterprise sector, responding to health, education, and wellbeing needs in disadvantaged communities. With a team of highly qualified professionals, including their CEO Deloris Martin, Funding Manager Chris Pearman, and Operations Manager Clare Thompson, among others, they have successfully implemented innovative interventions to create positive change.

To get in touch with North East Dance, individuals can fill out a contact form on their website or reach out to their team members directly through provided email addresses. They are committed to making a difference through dance and are eager to connect with others who share their passion.

Overall, North East Dance is a local company deeply rooted in community, but with a global perspective. Through their commitment to improving, changing, and engaging, they aim to bring the joy of dance and the benefits of movement to everyone they encounter.