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  • WALES WIDE TRAINING PROGRAMME A Short Review 2013 – 2022

    WALES WIDE TRAINING PROGRAMME A Short Review 2013 – 2022

    The Wales Wide Training Programme (WWTP) aims to inspire and sustain community dance in Wales by providing training in a strategic way, responsive to sector needs. WWTP responds to sector needs and is primarily a training programme for those working in dance across Wales. Read more

  • “I believe it to have been as equally important as my medication”

    “I believe it to have been as equally important as my medication”

    Read Alan’s story, a heart-warming account of how Movement to Music sessions have transformed his life after suffering a stroke in 2018. Read more

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Connecting communities; nurturing health, social and mental well being.

Moving from the micro to macro level learning by Dr Susanne Burns

Moving from the micro to macro level learning by Dr Susanne Burns

Tracey Brown, who coordinates the WWTP from Rubicon, and I decided that we should pilot the on-line evaluation workshop with the staff team at Rubicon as part of their ongoing on-line CPD work. The workshop went really well, feedback was overwhelmingly positive and I felt confident that we could roll it out more widely. So, what had been a one day workshop for 12 people had suddenly become three on-line workshops reaching more than 24 people across Wales. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2022

Updated: 2nd March, 2022

Author: Carlota Sousa Nobrega

WALES WIDE TRAINING PROGRAMME A Short Review 2013 – 2022

WALES WIDE TRAINING PROGRAMME A Short Review 2013 – 2022

The Wales Wide Training Programme (WWTP) aims to inspire and sustain community dance in Wales by providing training in a strategic way, responsive to sector needs. WWTP responds to sector needs and is primarily a training programme for those working in dance across Wales. Read more

Published: 11th January, 2022

Updated: 10th May, 2022

Author: Carlota Sousa Nobrega

“I believe it to have been as equally important as my medication”

“I believe it to have been as equally important as my medication”

Read Alan’s story, a heart-warming account of how Movement to Music sessions have transformed his life after suffering a stroke in 2018. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2020

Updated: 3rd December, 2021

Author: Rubicon Dance

Rhian's Apprenticeship Journey

Rhian's Apprenticeship Journey

Read Rhian's final report about her experiences as a community dance apprentice at Rubicon. Read more

Published: 10th June, 2020

Updated: 4th December, 2020

Author: Rubicon Dance

Staying Active and Sharing Laughter: Penarth Pier Dancers Share their Stories

Staying Active and Sharing Laughter: Penarth Pier Dancers Share their Stories

Bronwen, Felicity, Eileen and Katie from our Penarth Pier 50+ group share their memories of Rubicon and how they keep their bodies and minds active through dance. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2020

Updated: 4th December, 2020

Author: Rubicon Dance

What does the Wales Wide Training Programme mean to you?

What does the Wales Wide Training Programme mean to you?

Hear from some of our partners and freelancers about what the WWTP means to them. What they value about the Wales Wide network, training opportunities and friendships forged along the way. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2020

Updated: 7th January, 2022

Author: Rubicon Dance

Leila's time with Rubicon: how dance has helped her become a more confident person

Leila's time with Rubicon: how dance has helped her become a more confident person

Leila has grown in confidence and positivity throughout her time at Rubicon. She started dancing at 6 years old and is now a member of our Flagship contemporary and street groups. Read her story here. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2020

Updated: 17th July, 2020

Author: Rubicon Dance

Martha Excels at Rubicon: 'you can always be yourself'

Martha Excels at Rubicon: 'you can always be yourself'

Rubicon’s participation in the Arts Award (Trinity College, London) has helped Martha develop her arts and leadership talents. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2020

Updated: 17th July, 2020

Author: Rubicon Dance

Aisling's Journey with Rubicon

Aisling's Journey with Rubicon

Read Aisling's story about her journey with Rubicon: from weekly classes when she was little to taking on a full time community dance apprenticeship. Read more

Published: 21st April, 2020

Updated: 4th December, 2020

Author: Rubicon Dance

Holly's Story: 'Rubicon thoroughly prepared me with the skills to tackle the dance sector'

Holly's Story: 'Rubicon thoroughly prepared me with the skills to tackle the dance sector'

Read about Holly's time at Rubicon, which led to her studying at the prestigious Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2019

Updated: 30th September, 2020

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  • Wales Wide Training Programme Summer Dates

    Wales Wide Training Programme Summer Dates

    Wales Wide Training Programme dates for diaries June and July 2022!!!  All sessions will take place on Zoom. If you have any access needs then please let me know [email protected]

  • THE BOP JAZZ SUMMER RESIDENCY 2022

    THE BOP JAZZ SUMMER RESIDENCY 2022

    The BOP Jazz Intensive Program is suitable for dance students and graduates, advanced and professional dancers and teachers, with a concise understanding of dance technique. The BOP Jazz Residency is aimed to inspire, yet challenge. “Come As You Are” is the BOP Mantra, allowing everyone to develop and achieve their own potential as jazz dance performers. 

  • WWTP Dance for Parkinson’s focus

    WWTP Dance for Parkinson’s focus

    A talk by Sophie Lorimer, Rubicon’s current Community Dance Apprentice and her mum Jules King who lives with Early Onset Parkinson’s

  • Perceptions 2022

    Perceptions 2022

    'Perceptions 2022’, at the Dolman Theatre, Newport 7pm on Thursday 26th May 2022, is an energetic and vibrant performance showcasing a wide variety of dance styles.

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  • Adult Timetable

    Adult Timetable

    Pick your day and time. Dance classes for adults run by Rubicon across Cardiff, Newport, Penarth and the Vale of Glamorgan.

  • Meet Rubicon's Staff

    Meet the Rubicon team!

  • Children and Young People Timetable

    Children and Young People Timetable

    Timetable for Rubicon's creative dance sessions for children and young people in Cardiff, Newport and the Vale of Glamorgan.

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    Studio hire in Cardiff for local artists, community groups and organisations. Our two studios are the perfect space for dance workshops, rehearsals and meetings.

  • What we do

    Rubicon offers dance opportunities and classes for adults and children across South Wales.

  • Ballet

    Ballet

    Ballet classes for adults in Cardiff. Enjoy our friendly and supportive sessions, which offer progression from level 1 to level 3 skills.

  • Contemporary Dance

    Contemporary Dance

    Weekly sessions at Nora Street in contemporary dance for young people aged 11+. Come and open up your dance world!

  • Rubicon Dance Advanced Training Scheme

    Rubicon Dance Advanced Training Scheme

    Rubicon Dance are excited to launch our new Rubicon Dance Advanced Training Scheme for those aged 14+ wishing to take their dance training a step further.

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  • GCSE Dance

    GCSE Dance

    Our GCSE in Dance aims to broaden students' knowledge of dance through technical and creative practical tasks, as well as the study of professional choreographic work.

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