Participants:

“In rural areas it is so easy to feel lost and isolated as an adolescent looking for somewhere to fit in. Dance Blast provides a safe and fun place for so many young people and even if they don’t go on to dance it is always a cherished experience and memory for participants.”
Dance Blast participant and ex-member of Monmouthshire Youth Dance Company.

“Not only an opportunity to express myself but a great way to get fitter. My daughter comes too so it’s a family affair.”

“It’s brilliant and I enjoy every minute of it!”

“At 60+ my fitness is very important. Dance Blast is the only group that encourages persons like myself who enjoy music, dance and creative movement to take part. I was thrilled to find Dance Blast.”

“From the moment I walked in I felt welcomed and included and had a brilliant first class, an excellent introduction to community dance.”
Participant and ex-member of MYDC.

“I have learnt so much, Emma is inspiring and has really shown me how much I want to fulfil my ambition of being a dancer.”
MYDC member.

“Great atmosphere and lovely meeting all the children.”
Older participant.

“Thrilled that the young people come here.”
Older participant in a day care centre.

“These opportunities to perform have given me invaluable experience as well as building my confidence.”
MYDC member.

“Dance Blast was an excellent experience, working besides professional dancers. It was an event I wanted to come to over and over and over, and never wanted to miss a workshop … the best thing about Dance Blast was the company, everybody felt like a family.”

Others:

“Dance Blast is inspirational. They take dance to the community with an enthusiasm, imagination and dedication that is nothing short of marvelous. They address each level of society with an infectious vigour that has changed the attitude of thousands toward dance; serving all ages, abilities and classes and promoting the artform we so love.”
Secondary School Teacher.

“I have nothing but praise for the dedicated team who enthusiastically lead the children.”
Parent.

“This is our favourite session of the week, my son practices the moves at home all the time!”
Parent.

“As well as being an artistic success, it was clear that a strong relationship had been built between the younger and older people.”
Arts Council Wales Quality Monitoring Report on an intergenerational project.

“Well what can I say except BRILLIANT!!!! My son and daughter have enjoyed every bit and we will be back.”
Parent and audience member.