Zest Dance Workshops

30/08/2026

Here's a pic of our dancers from last year's Headstone Village Show which was 60's theme...

We are super excited to be back there again tomorrow, showcasing our 80's performances and workshops!

Come on down and join in - no need to book and no dance experience necessary.

We'll be teaching 4 dance workshop during the day to some classic 80's tracks that you can't help dancing along to!

For more info and how to get tickets, follow the link:
https://fb.me/e/7o8HQGrrX

14/06/2026

World Cup fever is here!

So why not embrace it and book one of our World Cup themed dance workshops for your students?

We use flag props, football inspired dance moves, and cultural dances from the football teams involved. Adapted for KS1 and KS2 students.

Read more about them below, and get in touch if you'd like to squeeze a workshop in before the end of term!

https://zestdanceworkshops.co.uk/world-cup-workshops-for-schools/

We are London based but travel further afield to bring our workshops to schools across the UK.

www.zestdanceworkshops.co.uk

Our World Cup Workshops for Schools will tie into different countries from around the world in an exciting dance workshops. Great for all ages and abilities!

11/06/2026

Dressed up and feeling regal!

Ready to lead our 'Kings and Queens' themed dance workshops for 2 x year 2 classes at Meadow Primary School in South London.

They are learning in history all about Kings and Queens, so we brought it to life by teaching a dance workshop to support the topic.

We had children being Kings, Queens, Royal Servants and Knights - they loved it!

Let us know what topic or theme you'd like for your school and we'd be happy to discuss your ideas, and how we can deliver some fantastic dance workshops for you.

[email protected]

03/06/2026

Great morning at EIFA International School in Central London.

We taught a morning of Bollywood dance for their International Week, to KS1, KS2 and KS3 classes. We dressed the students in the Indian scarves we provide, show them props and then teach loads of Bollywood and Bhangra dance moves!

We loved the world map they had made, showing the different countries that the students at the school are from.

These themed days are so important to celebrate and learn about different cultures from around the world.

We run dance workshops in all cultural styles, to all ages and abilities. Get in touch to see what we can bring to your school or group.

[email protected]
www.zestdanceworkshops.co.uk

01/06/2026

Snail and the Whale - dance workshops!

We had a lovely morning at St Mark's School in Hanwell, London, teaching their two reception classes. Their theme was 'under the sea' and so we created a dance based on a book they had been reading called The Snail and the Whale' by Julia Donaldson (a well loved classic).

We started with some creative movement games based on the props we had bought in. The children loved moving in different ways depending on which sea creature they had.

Next we taught our Snail and the Whale dance, following the themes and story that is told in the book.

We used a great song, sang by Julia Donaldson narrating the book which went perfectly with the dance routine.

A great time was had by the children and one teacher said she wanted them to perform it in an assembly coming up - so that would be a lovely addition for the parents to enjoy watching too!

At Zest we teach creative and cultural dance workshops to fit all themes and topics, for all ages and abilities. Get in touch to see what we can do for your school or setting.
[email protected]

11/05/2026

Year 6 leavers idea!

If you want a lasting memory for your Year 6 class, and a great experience for them, how about booking one of our 'Make A Music Video' workshops.

Check out one of the end videos here to see the fun they had:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHPun1a9LFo&t=2s

In either a half or full day, we will teach the class a dance routine to a song of your choice. We'll then film it (with the help of the students) and edit it ourselves the week after.

We'll give you the final video to cherish forever and share with your students and the school.

We are based in London but we travel across the UK to schools, delivering this fun workshop.

For more info and the pricing, check out the link below.

https://zestdanceworkshops.co.uk/make-a-music-video-workshop-for-schools/

A music video created and performed by the amazing Year 6 Leavers of 2024!We wish you all good luck for your next adventure...Music by ‘High School Musical’ ...

27/04/2026

Our 'animals' themed dance workshops were WILD at Meadow Primary School in Epsom.

The school wanted us to cover a range of animals - birds, mammals, amphibians, fish and insects. It was quite a lot to cover in one dance, but we got there! The workshops were for three year 1 classes, and they loved it.

We were inspired by some incredible animal masks shown at the Royal Opera House, used in the ballet Alcina. See the pics.

Our dance teacher had to get involved and dress up for the workshops as a leapord (of course).

The animals we included in our dance were:
Parrot, Gorilla, Dolphin, Frog and a Caterpillar into a butterfly for the finale!

Get in touch if you'd like a creative dance workshop for your school, based on any theme or topic - [email protected]

23/03/2026

Who doesn't love a bit of dressing up?

We've been getting into the mood for Easter, with some Bunny themed creative dance workshops for Early Years classes!

We can fit dance to any theme or topic, so get in touch if you'd like some dance for your students.

www.zestdanceworkshops.co.uk
[email protected]

11/02/2026

A day of Chinese dance in Tooting, London, to celebrate Chinese New Year!

We showed loads of props, talked about the Zodiac story and taught a traditional Chinese fan dance.

Get in touch if you'd like a workshop for your school - we can still squeeze you in for a booking around Chinese New Year time!

www.zestdanceworkshops.co.uk

20/01/2026

We had a historical morning at Meadow School in Surrey for their year 5 classes.

They are learning all about the Medieval times and wanted a dance workshop to add another layer to their learning!

- We talked about the different styles and characteristics of Medieval dances (there are many).
- Showed pictures of the restrictive clothing they wore and how it effected their dancing.
- Talked about dances' place in society back then, and who would have danced in the castles.
- We listened and talked about which kind of instruments were used for the music.

Then we all did some fantastic dancing in groups - we taught the Pavane and Galliard historical dances, and felt very regal!