On Thursday 30th January Mrs Berry and our JTHS Dance Ambassadors were thrilled to be joined Year 3&4 pupils from local primary schools; Thomas Russell Junior School, Mosley and Rangemore, to explore their creativity and express themselves through movement, at the first JTHS Dance Workshops of 2025.
The workshop began with the Dance Ambassadors performing the routine which they have been learning and preparing for several weeks. Primary pupils were then split into groups to learn the routine. Not only was it great to see the enthusiasm from the primary pupils but also great to see them gain confidence in their abilities as the workshop progressed. Moreover, participating in the dance workshop was a great way to enhance pupils’ physical fitness, as dancing is a fun way to stay active and healthy.
The JTHS pupils were fantastic leaders and showed kindness, respect and patience towards the primary pupils as they learnt new dance techniques and new routines. Mrs Berry said ‘this supportive environment encourages both primary & secondary pupils to step out of their comfort zones and try something new whether that’s leading the workshop or learning the routines. Our aim of the workshop is to create a sense of teamwork by collaborating and developing social and leadership skills.’
The real highlight of the workshop was the performance at the end. Everyone was blown away by the level of dance skill and technique. Not only did the final showcase provide a sense of accomplishment but also instils the enjoyment and confidence for performing.
Overall, the dance workshop was a huge success and extremely rewarding for the JTHS dancers and the primary pupils who demonstrated our vision admirably; One community, striving for personal excellence. We look forward to hosting our next dance workshop on Thursday 6th February.
