I have been asked a lot lately why we do what we do. I hadn't really thought about it a great deal as it is just part of us and something we have always done. Then I got thinking and, well here it is... Here's our Why?
30+ years ago Mrs Leivers at the age of 17 decided to set up her own dance school. (I can't give exact figures because you will work out how old she is, and then I'll be in trouble). She had started off helping her dance teacher and sweeping the floor after classes and progressed to teaching and doing her qualifications.
The dance school started with 1 student at St Giles church hall but Michelle persevered, word spread and the dance school grew. Michelle then had two daughters who went along, from birth and were looked after by some of the seniors. Claire, Sally and Liz, all of whom are still close to the Leivers family and the dance school.
Charlotte and Harriet grew up attending the dance school and sometimes got into trouble at school for late homework but they loved the classes, the friendships they were making and it was keeping them fit. They then progressed within the school and started teaching.
Now I think it's probably fair for me to say that none of the Leivers ladies have ever been the shape of your "typical dancer" and always heard things outside of their classes about what dancers should look like. This led to a passion within Michelle, Charlotte and Harriet that dance should not be about what you look like, your size or even your ability. It should be accessible for all. It should be fun, build lasting friendships and enhance fitness.
LDS has always had a positive approach to teaching dance and making it accessible.
We absolutely love what we do and love tailoring our classes around mixed abilities
We love seeing the children thrive and nurturing their development
We love seeing the progress that they can all make at their own pace
We love getting to know the children and the families around them as well as letting you into our family.
We love spreading a passion for dance, fitness, fun and friendships and making it accessible to all.
And that is why we run Leivers Dance School (LDS)
This is my first ever blog, I'd love you to let us know what you think or give it a share for us.
Thanks xxx
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