STEWARDS Academy’s collaboration with local dance company Dance Fusion continued recently with a fabulous all-day workshop. 

One of our Jack Petchey Achievement Award winners, Daisie, decided to use her award money for this wonderful opportunity. 

Daisie had a clear vision for the purpose of the day and helped take a leadership role, following a planning and training session.

Over thirty students from Years 7-11 took part and they explored dance skills and techniques before learning both street and contemporary dances. Participants were members of dance club and/or those hoping to take GCSE Dance as an option. 

Kerri-ann Trowsdale, Dance Fusion, said “It was fantastic watching the students grow in confidence with the different styles throughout the day. All of them showed great commitment and attitude to everything we asked of them. I am so pleased that we were able to work with the students for a longer session and see their development.”

Mrs da Vighi, Head of Performing Arts, said “All of the participants thoroughly enjoyed the day and were a credit to the academy. Our work with Dance Fusion has developed over the past 15 years and as former Stewards students themselves, Kerri-ann and Shanice are an amazing inspiration to Daisie and all the participants. I look forward to seeing what we collaborate on next!”