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Abby Cunningham School of Dance

We offer classes from the age of 2 in a variety of styles. Our teachers are fully qualified and are DBS checked.

Classes are held at All Saints Church, North Dr, Thornton Cleveleys, FY5 3HT.

11/09/2026

Last night, it happened. 🩰🤍

After everything I shared in my last post about how scary, exciting and vulnerable it feels to start a dance school from scratch… we finally started back.

And there were 3 little ballerinas in my class. 🥹

Three.

It might not sound like a huge number, but to me it felt MASSIVE.

Three little girls who walked through that door, trusted me with their first steps in dance, and filled my little studio with giggles, music and ballet shoes.

This is how a dance school starts.

Not with hundreds of students.
Not with a packed timetable.
But with one class, one little dancer at a time. 🤍

So last night I went home feeling incredibly proud. Proud that I actually did it. Proud that I kept going when it felt scary. And so excited to see where these little beginnings take us.

Here’s to the first 3… and hopefully many more little ballerinas joining us along the way. 🩰✨

ACSD, we’re officially back. 🤍

08/09/2026

Following up on my stories yesterday… I promise I’d keep it 100% raw and real with you all here.
Social media loves to show the glamorous side, the packed masterclasses, the perfect uniform drops, and the big studio reveals. But behind the scenes?

It looks like standing in a beautiful, empty studio, in your own merch praying people will turn up.
It looks like running classes where the attendance is literally just my daughter, me and one other person.
It looks like putting your heart into designing adverts, planning summer workshops, and getting met with zero interest.
It looks like fighting an uphill battle to get a new brand off the ground when things aren’t taking off yet.
And yes- it looks like me crying behind the scenes from pure exhaustion wondering if I’ve made a huge mistake.

The imposter syndrome is real. The growing pains are SO real.

But I’m sharing this because I never want to pretend that growth is effortless. Building a safe, inspiring place for our dancers takes literal sweat and tears. Every bump in the road, every quiet class, and every slow start is just part of the choreography of building something that lasts.
To the few students who do show up right now, to the parents, and everyone who sent me love yesterday- thank you. You are the reason I keep going 🤍

06/09/2026

Back to the studio - I can’t wait to see you all! 🩰✨🤍 it’s been a LONGGGG summer. New classes, new term, new studio - LETS GO 🫶🏻
Dm for more info 🤍✨

20/08/2026

✨ A NEW CHAPTER FOR ACSD ✨

After what feels like a LOT of behind-the-scenes juggling… we have a new home! 🥹🩰💗

From September, Abby Cunningham School of Dance will be at Blackpool Theatre Collective — somewhere already very close to my heart, and somewhere I’m SO excited for us to grow. 🌸

Our new timetable starts week commencing 7th September 2026, with classes for our tiniest dancers right through to adults, plus Acro with the wonderful Miss Ashley! 🤸🏼‍♀️

This move feels like such an exciting fresh start for the school. A chance to keep building something that’s focused on confidence, creativity, strong technique and making every dancer feel like they matter.

Existing families — keep an eye on the group as I’ll be getting everyone organised for the new term! 💌

New dancers are very welcome too — message me for more information or to register your interest. 🩰

Here’s to our next chapter. 🥹💗

A place to grow, express & thrive.

05/08/2026

Sometimes the most important question in dance isn’t how… it’s why 🤍

02/08/2026

✨ I thought I’d reintroduce myself on here. HEY, I’m Abby…

I’m the co-founder of AXIS, alongside Hannah, and the owner of Abby Cunningham School of Dance.

Dance has shaped my life for as long as I can remember. From training professionally and performing, to teaching, choreographing and now working as an Associate Artist with the Royal Ballet & Opera, my passion has always been helping dancers grow with confidence, curiosity and strong technical foundations.

AXIS was created because we wanted to offer something a little different. A space where dancers can explore artistry alongside technique, challenge themselves, ask questions, make mistakes and leave feeling inspired.

I can’t wait to welcome you to our first workshops and share everything we’ve been working on. 🤍

27/07/2026

Meet Hannah. 🤍

I’m so excited to finally introduce the other half of AXIS.

Hannah brings over 10 years of professional experience as a performer, choreographer and educator, having worked across the UK and internationally. Her career has seen her perform for cruise lines, theatre productions, live entertainment and corporate events, while also choreographing for theatre, competitions and community projects.

Alongside her performance career, Hannah is a Royal Ballet Chance to Dance Associate Artist and has delivered workshops for organisations including The Lowry CAT and Blue Moose Dance Company. She teaches across a wide range of styles, combining strong technical training with creativity, confidence and a genuine love for helping dancers grow.

What I love most about working with Hannah is that we share the same vision. We believe in building thoughtful, curious and versatile dancers through high-quality training in an environment where every young person feels supported to explore, question and develop their artistry.

I genuinely can’t wait for you all to experience what we’ve been creating together. This is only the beginning. ✨

24/07/2026

✨ DAY TWO | PRE-PROFESSIONAL INTENSIVE ✨

We’re so excited to introduce the final workshop in our AXIS Summer Lab Series 2026.

Designed for dancers aged 14+, this full-day intensive is for anyone who loves to learn, explore and grow.

At AXIS, we believe that the best dancers never stop asking questions. We want to create a space where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated and every dancer leaves feeling inspired.

Throughout the day we’ll explore:
🖤 Ballet Technique
🖤 Contemporary
🖤 Repertoire
🖤 Creative Movement
🖤 Movement Exploration

🤍 A day to explore, learn and grow together.

Through technique, repertoire, contemporary and creative movement, we’ll encourage dancers to think differently and discover new ways of moving.

📍 Blackpool Theatre Collective, FY1 3AH
📅 Tuesday 18th August 2026
🕙 10:00am – 4:00pm
👤 Ages 14+
💷 £45

✨ Booking is now open!

To book your place or ask any questions:
📞 Abby – 07368 685729
📧 Hannah – [email protected]

📲 Abby Cunningham

We can’t wait to welcome you into the studio this summer. 🤍

23/07/2026

🌱 DAY ONE | AXIS Summer Lab Series 2026 🌱

Ready to BEGIN and GROW this summer? ✨

Join us for a day full of movement, imagination and discovery, where dancers can explore new ideas, build confidence and have fun while developing strong technical foundations.

Whether your child loves to leap, twirl, create or simply can’t stop dancing around the house, these workshops have been designed to inspire curious young dancers in a supportive, exciting environment.

🌱 BEGIN (Ages 5–9)
🕤 9:30am–12:30pm
💷 £25

Perfect for younger dancers who love to move! Through ballet, creative movement, games and exploration, we’ll build confidence, coordination and creativity in a fun and encouraging environment.

✨ GROW (Ages 10–14)
🕐 1:00pm–4:30pm
💷 £30

Ready for the next challenge? Explore ballet and contemporary technique, creative tasks and movement exploration while developing artistry, confidence and technical skills alongside like-minded dancers.

📍 Blackpool Theatre Collective, FY1 3AH
📅 Monday 17th August 2026

Led by Royal Ballet & Opera Associate Artists Abby Cunningham & Hannah Almond, AXIS is all about asking questions, exploring movement and helping every dancer discover what they’re capable of.

✨ Booking is now OPEN! Spaces are limited ✨

To book your place:
🤍 Abby – 07368 685729
📧 Hannah – [email protected]

We can’t wait to welcome your dancers into the studio for a day full of learning, laughter and inspiration! 🤍

15/07/2026

Introducing AXIS 🤍

Artistry. Alignment. Axis.
2 days. 3 workshops.

A collaboration between Hannah & Abby - bringing together our shared passion for thoughtful, creative, dance education. An immersive experience designed to inspire curious, creative dancers 🤍

More information to be released soon… 👀

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All Saints Church North Drive
Thornton-Cleveleys
FY53HT

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