MOST children love to dance - it is only as they get older that they grow self-conscious because they “don’t know how” and feel they might make a fool of themselves. Dance not only allows youngsters let off steam and get some exercise, it also boosts their confidence and encourages good co-ordination and grace.

This autumn there are lots of opportunities for children aged three to over 14 to learn new steps and enjoy the pleasures of the dance.

• Bunny Beats - creative dance and drama for toddlers 3-5 years and their parents. At Eden Court boardroom on Mondays from 12.30 to 1.15pm, costing £1 a week.
• Beat Hoppers - lively dance sessions for 5-8 years age group at Spectrum Centre Activities Room, Wednesdays starting 4th September 4pm to 4.45pm, £1.50 per week.
• Rhythm Stompers - funky moves for 9-12-year-olds at the Spectrum Centre’s Main Hall on Wednesdays starting 4th September from 4.45pm to 6pm, cost £2 per week. None of the above run in the October holidays.
• Tuesday 15th October - Performance-based workshop at Spectrum Centre. 5-8 years at 11am-12.30pm (£2); 9-12 years at 1.30pm-3.30pm (£3).
• Wednesday 23rd October - African and hip-hop workshop for 9-12 years at Eden Court Theatre (£3). Book two of the above two workshops for £5.
• Friday 18th and Tuesday 22nd October sees workshops for 13 to 21 years at the Spectrum Centre - on the Friday 11am-4pm there‘s creative dance (£5) and the Tuesday session 1pm-4pm is for jazz, hip-hop and African enthusiasts (£4).
• There are also workshops for 14+ and adults on Thursday 17th and Tuesday 22nd October at the Spectrum, both from 7-9pm (£5/£3 or book two for £8/£4).
• It is advisable to book in advance - for further information call the Dance Artist at Eden Court on 239841.