A challenging and generous space to dance.
Going to a dance class can be scary! Unscary Saturdays are inclusive classes open to all ages and abilities, from professional dancers to untrained enthusiastic movers. The aim is to dismantle the unhelpful pressures and sense of intimidation that can often be felt in dance spaces.
This is a chance to try out dance styles that you’ve always wanted to give a go but felt too scared OR that you did long ago but feel out of practice with now. Come with a keenness to explore movement and an openness to try stuff. Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Join the Lionesse for an introduction to Waacking! We will explore different elements of Waacking, such as posing, arms and finger expression, groove and more. We will also discuss the history of the style, and what makes it so special. By the end of the class, you will have gained an understanding of the style, and will have tools to take home and play with!
In the Roof Studio
Tickets
Pay what you choose
£10 / £13 / £15
Free tickets for under 16s
Free tickets for support Workers, Carers and PAs
About THE LIONESS
The Lionesse is a French-born multi-hyphenate creative based in London. Trained in Waacking across the UK, France, and Japan, and having lived in four different countries, her dance is a unique blend of different points of views and cultures.
An avid battler, she represents both Waacking and the London scene on local and international stages. Beyond battling, The Lionesse is also a teacher, DJ, event organiser, and co-founder of the London WaackingMovement.
Her creative work extends into collaborations with brands such as Nike, Asics, and RedBull. She leads Groovy Room, a monthly Waacking class where each session explores a new focus, alongside other pop-up classes across London.
photo credit @critiquecreate on instagram
follow the lionesse @thelionesse_ on instagram and her collective @londonwaackingmovement
ACCESS AND AMENITIES AT SDS
Siobhan Davies Studios is mostly accessible, with lifts to all floors. There are two accessible parking spaces available on site which can be booked in advance. Blue Badge parking is also available nearby on West Square and Garden Row (for a full map visit the Southwark Council website). Our main door is power assisted.
Amenities include:
- Changing facilities*
- Communal showers*
- Toilets / wheelchair accessible toilets
- Kitchen: tea and coffee making, fridge, and microwave
- Snack Bar: We have a small selection of bars, drinks and food available to buy from the front desk.
- Shops: The closest shop is Superway Supermarket on Garden Row (4 min walk), the closest supermarket is Sainsbury’s on New Kent Road (7 min walk). We also recommend the Art Cafe which serves sandwiches, jacket potatoes and meals (3 min walk).
* Our changing facilities and showers are not fully accessible. Our closest publicly available and fully accessible changing facility is at The Castle Centre, a leisure centre 0.3 miles away from the studios. You can find full details of their features here.