Charlene Melling School of Dance

✨ Startastic Dancing Tots – Tomorrow! ✨Yellowwave Hove

Our Dancing Tots sessions are packed with fun music, movement and imagination, designed especially for little ones and their grown-ups. We use lots of exciting props like ribbons, scarves, bubbles, instruments and more to keep children engaged, curious and moving. Every activity is interactive and playful, helping toddlers explore rhythm, coordination and creativity in a supportive environment.
✨ Benefits include:
• Developing coordination and motor skills
• Encouraging creativity and self-expression
• Building confidence in a friendly group
• Supporting social interaction with other little dancers
Come along for a joyful, energetic morning of dancing, music and smiles – we’d love to see you there! 🌈
📍 Saltdean Lido
⏰ Friday 10.30am-11.15am
📇DM us to book!

✨🤸Acrobatic Arts Classes at Saltdean Lido! 🤸✨
Looking for a fun, exciting class that helps children build confidence, strength and flexibility while making new friends?
Join our Acrobatic Arts classes every Thursday at Saltdean Lido!
⭐ Class Times
🤸 4:00pm – 5:00pm | Ages 4–6
🤸 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Ages 7–10
Our classes focus on:
✨ Flexibility
✨ Strength
✨ Balance
✨ Tumbling
✨ Coordination
✨ Dance technique
✨ Confidence and teamwork
🌟 Children also have the opportunity to:
🏅 Take Acrobatic Arts examinations
🎭 Perform in our annual theatre show
⭐ Take part in additional performance opportunities throughout the year.
Whether your child is a complete beginner or already loves to tumble, we’d love to welcome them to our friendly and supportive classes.
📍 Saltdean Lido
📅 Every Thursday
📩 Spaces are limited, so message us today to book a FREE trial or reserve your child’s place!

🌸 Preparatory Ballet at Saltdean Lido 🌸

Looking for a fun and engaging ballet class for your little one?

Our Preparatory Ballet classes for children aged 4–6 years take place every Wednesday at Saltdean Lido, where young dancers build confidence, coordination, and creativity in a warm and encouraging environment.

Through imaginative games, music, and movement, children begin learning the foundations of ballet technique while having lots of fun. Along the way, they’ll develop:
✨ Balance and coordination
✨ Musicality and rhythm
✨ Strength and flexibility
✨ Confidence and self-expression
✨ Listening skills and focus
✨ Friendships and teamwork

As their skills grow, they’ll also have the exciting opportunity to perform in our annual show—a wonderful chance to shine on stage, celebrate their achievements and create lasting memories.

For those who would like to, there is also the opportunity to work towards ballet examinations, allowing dancers to celebrate their progress and build confidence at their own pace. Participation in exams is completely optional.

Whether your child dreams of becoming a ballerina or simply loves to dance, our classes are the perfect place to begin their ballet journey. 💖

📍 Wednesdays at Saltdean Lido
🩰 Ages 4–6 years.
Get in touch to book a trial class—we’d love to welcome your little dancer! 🌟
Contact Charlene: 07716 138425

🤸‍♀️ ACROBATIC DANCE FOR KIDS 🤸‍♂️
Looking for a fun way to help your child build confidence, strength, and coordination?
Acrobatic dance combines dance technique with flexibility, balance, strength, and exciting acro skills — all while having FUN! 🌟
✨ Benefits of Acrobatic Dance:
💪 Builds strength, flexibility & balance
🤸 Improves coordination and body control
😊 Boosts confidence and self-esteem
🧠 Encourages focus, discipline & determination
🎶 Develops rhythm, creativity & performance skills
🤝 Helps children make friends and build social confidence
Our classes are supportive, energetic, and suitable for all abilities — perfect for children who love to move, dance, and learn new skills!
📍 Saltdean Lido
📅 Tomorrow Night
🩷 4pm–5pm | Ages 4–6yrs
💜 5pm–6pm | Ages 7–10yrs
Come along and give it a try! ✨
💬 Message us to book a space or for more information.

✨ Contemporary Dance Classes for Children ✨

Looking for a fun, creative, and inspiring dance class for your child? Our contemporary dance classes help children build confidence, improve technique, express themselves through movement, and make new friends in a welcoming and supportive environment. 💛

Whether they're new to dance or already have experience, we'd love to welcome them to our dance family!

📩 Get in touch to find out our class times and fees. We'd be happy to help you find the perfect class for your child.

🤸✨ Watching Progress Happen ✨🤸
One of the most rewarding parts of teaching Acro is seeing our students grow in confidence, strength, and ability week after week.
Every skill starts somewhere. Through hard work, determination, and lots of practice, our students continue to develop and achieve things they never thought possible.
We love celebrating the big milestones, but we're equally proud of the small improvements that happen every single class – stronger balances, straighter handstands, improved flexibility, and the confidence to keep trying.
Progress isn't always about perfection; it's about showing up, working hard, and believing in yourself. 💫
We are so proud of all our Acro students and can't wait to see what they achieve next!
💖 Keep working hard.
💖 Keep believing in yourself.
💖 Keep progressing.

✨ Why Ballet is Wonderful for Children ✨
Ballet is so much more than learning dance steps. It helps children develop confidence, discipline, creativity, and lifelong skills while having fun in a supportive environment.
🌸 Benefits of Ballet for Children:
• Improves posture, balance, and coordination
• Builds strength, flexibility, and fitness
• Encourages focus, concentration, and discipline
• Boosts confidence and self-esteem
• Develops musicality and rhythm
• Inspires creativity and self-expression
• Teaches teamwork, respect, and perseverance
• Creates friendships and a sense of belonging
Whether your child dreams of performing on stage or simply loves to move, ballet provides a positive foundation for both physical and emotional development.
🩰 Join our ballet classes and watch your child grow in confidence, grace, and joy through dance.
📩 Send us a message to learn more or book a trial class.

⭐🩰 STARTASTIC DANCING TOTS 🩰⭐
Looking for a fun, friendly preschool dance class for your little one?
Join us for our Startastic Dancing Tots sessions, where children can build confidence, develop coordination, make new friends, and most importantly—have lots of fun through dance and movement! 🎶✨
📍 Tuesday
9:30am–10:15am
Saltdean Lido
📍 Friday
10:30am–11:15am
Yellowave Beach Sports Venue
🌟 Suitable for preschool children
🌟 Fun dance routines and movement activities
🌟 Builds confidence, balance, and coordination
🌟 A welcoming and supportive environment
Come along and discover the joy of dance with us! 💖
📩 DM us for more information or to book a trial class.