Business Details
24 Years
experience
Dance & Performing Arts School in Shiptonthorpe
Starbrite Studios, founded in 2002 by directors Miss Emma and Mr P, is a performing arts school dedicated to delivering high-quality dance, drama, and gymnastics training for all ages. Based in Shiptonthorpe, East Yorkshire, we cater to recreational and pre-professional performers, offering structured progression paths through graded exams and performance opportunities. Our team of IDTA, NATD, and Acrobatic Arts-certified instructors prioritises inclusivity, creativity, and community engagement.With multiple studios featuring sprung floors, professional recording equipment, and theatre spaces, we provide a dynamic environment for skill development. Our outreach programmes partner with local schools to enhance curricula through dance and acrobatics, while our success stories highlight students' achievements in national tours and competitions. We maintain strong ties with the Market Weighton community, fostering confidence, teamwork, and cultural awareness through the performing arts.
Services
Dance Classes
Drama Workshops
Gymnastics Training
Acrobatics Instruction
School Outreach Programme
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years' experience in performing arts education across dance, drama, and acrobatics
- Our IDTA and NATD-certified instructors deliver structured progression through graded exams
- We provide inclusive programmes for recreational and pre-professional performers aged 3+
- Our outreach partnerships enhance school curricula with specialist dance and acrobatics tuition
- We maintain state-of-the-art facilities including sprung-floor studios and professional recording equipment
Associations and certifications
- International Dance Teachers' Association
- National Association of Teachers of Dancing
- Acrobatic Arts
- Dance Cirque
What people say
Amazing opportunity
Boosted confidence
Professional standards
Inclusive environment
Expert instructors
Services
Dance Classes
We offer comprehensive dance tuition covering ballet, tap, commercial street dance, and musical theatre. Our IDTA-certified instructors provide structured lessons for ages 3 to adult, with progression pathways through graded exams. Classes focus on technical skill development, performance preparation, and creative expression in a supportive environment.
Acrobatics Instruction
Specialist acrobatics and gymnastics classes develop strength, flexibility, and coordination. Using Acrobatic Arts methodology, we teach safe progressions from basic tumbling to advanced aerial skills. Sessions incorporate inflatable tumble tracks and equipment designed to build confidence through achievable physical challenges for ages 3+.
School Outreach Programme
Our outreach team delivers dance and acrobatics programmes within schools to enhance physical education and creative arts curricula. We provide PPA cover, cross-curricular workshops, and staff CPD while maintaining administrative support for seamless implementation. Programmes align with national curriculum objectives for Key Stages 1-3 across multiple subject areas.
Performance Opportunities
Students gain valuable stage experience through regular showcases, competitions, and professional collaborations. Our partnerships with entertainment companies create pathways to national tours and theatre productions. We document performances using professional recording equipment to create lasting memories of students' artistic development.
Adult Dance Fitness
We provide accessible dance fitness sessions for adults combining various styles including tap, modern, and themed choreography. These classes focus on improving physical wellbeing while maintaining the creative expression and social interaction that characterises our youth programmes.
People
Emma Bailey-Hague
Director
With over 20 years' experience in performing arts education, Emma co-founded Starbrite Studios in 2002. She specialises in curriculum development and has established multiple school partnerships while maintaining strong industry connections that create professional opportunities for students.
Mr P
Director
Co-director with extensive expertise in acrobatic instruction and performance coaching. He oversees technical training standards and studio operations, ensuring safe, progressive skill development across all age groups and ability levels.
Questions
What age groups do your classes cater for?
We offer programmes for children aged 3+ through to adults, with specific classes tailored to different developmental stages and skill levels.
Are your instructors qualified?
All our teachers hold professional certifications from IDTA, NATD, and Acrobatic Arts, with regular CPD to maintain industry standards.
Do you offer school holiday activities?
Yes, we run themed workshops and events during school holidays including Halloween parties, K-POP days, and gymnastics sessions.
Can you accommodate children with special needs?
Our inclusive programmes are designed to support diverse learning requirements with experienced instructors trained in adaptive teaching methods.
How do performances work?
Students participate in regular showcases, with opportunities for competition and professional theatre productions throughout the year.
Do you provide recording services?
Yes, we offer professional audio/video recording of classes and performances using our on-site theatre facilities and production equipment.
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