Dance for Children & Young People
From first encounters with dance, to preparing committed dancers for careers in the cultural sector, our unrivalled programmes serve children, young people and schools in South East London and beyond.
Our mission is to enable young people from all backgrounds and experiences to access high-quality dance and develop to their full potential. We nurture their skills, creativity, individuality, and love of dance.
Centre for Advanced Training
The Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) offers high-quality, intensive dance training in a supportive environment.
Intensive dance training
3 – 11 Dance Classes
Creative, inclusive dance classes for children – build confidence, coordination and imagination through dance.
Explore classes
11 – 18 Dance Classes
Explore our weekly classes for 11 to 18-year-olds in a diverse range of styles taking place in Bellingham and Deptford.
Explore classes
Trinity Laban Youth Dance Company
Trinity Laban Youth Dance Company is a performance company of creative, committed 12-18 year olds.
Apply for Sep 2025 auditions
In Season
Summer schools
Sign up for Summer Holiday opportunities including our Dance Summer School, and specialist choreology course.
Immersive summer courses
U.Dance
A performance platform for youth dance groups based in London to showcase their work on stage or on screen.
U.Dance National Festival 2025 is scheduled for 25-27 July 2025
Participant testimonials
It is very inclusive and welcoming to newly emerging dancers.
I feel wonderful in a place where everyone shares the same passion.
I love the creativity and limitless freedom to move beautifully.
Our work with schools
Trinity Laban is an inspirational institute which has transformed the lives of many of our students. As the landscape in dance continues to evolve, we continue to look to Trinity Laban as a beacon of guidance.
Dance Curriculum Lead, Thomas Tallis School
School partnerships
Long term collaboration to develop your school’s music and dance provision.