YOUTH DANCE INTENSIVE
OVERVIEW
Eliot Smith Dance (ESD) invites young people in Amble and the surrounding areas to take part in a three-day dance intensive. Those who participate in this intensive will form part of the upcoming launch of a new youth dance group, the Northumberland Youth Dance Group (NYDG), which will commence in January 2027. This new initiative aims to support creativity, confidence, and a love of dance for young people living across the Northumberland coast.
Led by ESD’s founder and CEO Eliot Smith and rehearsal director Yamit Salazar, participants will explore ESD’s distinctive movement style and creative approach.
Open to beginners and those with dance experience, the intensive offers a welcoming and supportive space to learn new skills, explore different styles, and create work alongside professional artists. A healthy snack and refreshments will be provided daily.
DATE
5, 6, 7 August 2026
LOCATION
Conference Room, Amble Development Trust
Fourways 2, 6 Dilston Terrace, Amble, NE65 0DT
TIMES
9:00am–12:30pm (Ages 8–12)
1:00pm–4:30pm (Ages 13–17)
EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Open to beginners and those with some dance experience.
ACCESS
The venue is located in central Amble, close to Queen Street (the main high street) and within walking distance of the local bus station. The building has lift access, supporting step-free movement between floors.
For further information about transport links, parking, and accessibility, please click here.
REGISTRATION
FEES
Full Three Day Pass £50
TEACHERS / BIO
ELIOT
YAMIT
QUESTIONS
For questions, we would love to hear from you. Please email education@eliotsmithdance.com
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL EXPERIENCE
Across the three days, young people will take part in a range of exciting sessions including:
• Contemporary Dance – explore expressive movement and creativity
• Commercial Dance – energetic and fun choreography inspired by popular styles
• Choreography Workshops – create your own dance ideas and work collaboratively
• Creative Conversations – share ideas, reflect and build confidence as young artists
Participants will also have the opportunity to work together as a group, develop new friendships in a safe space, and experience what it’s like to be part of a youth dance company.
WHO SHOULD JOIN?
This programme is perfect for:
• Young people who love music, movement and creativity
• Those who want to try dance for the first time
• Dancers looking to explore new styles and techniques
• Anyone interested in meeting new people and building confidence
No audition is required — just enthusiasm and curiosity.
SAFEGUARDING
Eliot Smith Dance (ESD) is deeply committed to fostering an environment that prioritises diversity, equality, inclusivity, environmental responsibility, and safeguarding in every aspect of its operations. Find out more by clicking here.
ABOUT ELIOT SMITH DANCE
Eliot Smith Dance (ESD) is a North East-based dance company currently operating from Dance City in Newcastle upon Tyne, rehearsing predominantly at Alnwick Playhouse and Woodhorn Museum dedicated to bringing high quality dance performance and creative opportunities to communities across the region.
Through performances, workshops and youth programmes, the company continues its mission of making dance accessible, inspiring and inclusive for all. Discover our story by clicking here.
THE BEGINNING OF NORTHUMBERLAND YOUTH DANCE GROUP (NYDG)
This intensive marks the launch of Northumberland Youth Dance Group (NYDG) in early 2027 — a new youth dance initiative developed by Eliot Smith Dance (ESD).
For over 15 years and growing, ESD has brought high quality dance performances and workshops to communities across Northumberland and beyond. Northumberland Youth Dance Group continues this commitment by creating new opportunities for young people to experience dance, creativity and performance.
The August intensive will be the first step in building this exciting new youth programme.