Esplanade Presents

Dance | Workshop

Footwork: Adults & Pre-schoolers

Various Dance Studios

14 – 22 Mar 2026

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45mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio (Meeting Point: Theatre Studio, Level 4, 15mins before start time)

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Synopsis

da:ns focus – Footwork makes its return in March 2026! Led by experienced instructors from Singapore dance studios, these introductory dance workshops span various dance genres and are specially designed for beginners of all ages.

 

The Footwork platform consists of introductory dance workshops in three age categories:

  • Adults & Preschoolers (3 – 6 years old)

  • Adults & Kids (6 – 8 years old)

  • Open (13 years old and up)

 

We have specially curated 12 sessions of Footwork for adults and preschoolers. These 45-minute sessions will be a great way for adults to bond and have fun learning together with a child between 3 to 6 years old!

Advisory:
  • This workshop is specially designed for participation between adults and young ones aged 3 to 6 years old. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adult must be 16 years old and above.

  • Please dress comfortably for the workshop.

Recommended Age: 3 - 6 years old.
Admission Age:
3 and above.
Language: English
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Workshop Information

About the workshop

Ballet goes to the Zoo! invites young movers and their parents on a playful journey inspired by animals. Led by professional ballet dancers from Singapore Ballet, the workshop introduces children to the basics of ballet through imaginative movement, while exploring how animals move, stretch, and play. Adding to the excitement, a special surprise animal guest from the zoo will make an appearance, bringing the experience to life in an unforgettable way. Designed to be fun, creative, and welcoming, this workshop encourages self-expression and confidence in a joyful setting. It’s the perfect bonding experience for parents and little ones to move, laugh, and dance together!

 

About Instructor: Laura Harwood

Laura started ballet at the age of four in Hobart, Australia. She received full time training at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School before moving to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (Dance) in 2022. Laura joined Singapore Ballet as an apprentice in 2023 and was promoted to Artist in 2025. Some of the repertoire she has performed in with Singapore Ballet includes Swan Lake, Cinderella, Romeo & Juliet, and many other key works such as Double Contrasts and Fives by Choo-San Goh, Rite of Spring by Kinsun Chan, Pact of Water and Meeting point by Christina Chan.

 

About Instructor: Akira Wolfie Bischoff

Wolfie started his ballet education at the Western Ballet Theatre in the US before studying under Beth McLeish at her conservatory - Project Ballet, formerly New American Youth Ballet. A recipient of several scholarships including the Jerome Robbins Foundation Scholarship, Wolfie studied at the prestigious School of American Ballet and the San Francisco Ballet School. He had performed with several companies in the US such as the Grand Rapids Ballet, United Ballet Theatre, Ballet RI and Nevada Ballet Theatre. He joined Singapore Ballet as an Artist in 2024. Key works he has danced in include Jiri Kylian’s Sarabande, George Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes, Sugar Plum Cavalier in the Nutcracker, pas de trois in Swan Lake, Sticks and Stones by Kinsun Chan, The Bistro by Tim Harbour, Cinderella by Janek Schergen, Romeo & Juliet by Choo-San Goh.

 

About Singapore Ballet

Singapore Ballet was founded as Singapore Dance Theatre in 1988. The company performs 6 seasons annually, including two full-length classical ballets, a season that presents the masterpieces from the company’s repertoire as well as all over the world, Passages Contemporary Season, and a children’s ballet production. Singapore Ballet has captivated audiences around the world, from Malaysia, Cambodia, China, France, Switzerland, UK, and more recently in the US at the Kennedy Centre in 2024. Singapore Ballet is a recipient of the National Arts Council’s Major Grant and presents many outreach performances in schools.

About this workshop

Join us for this fun, beginner-friendly session introducing K-Pop grooves through simple movement patterns, rhythm play, and guided practice. Designed for adults and young children to learn safely together, this workshop builds coordination in children and provides an easy-going environment for them to enjoy music-driven expression.

 

About Instructor: Steffi

Stefanie (also known as Steffi) has been dancing for 27+ years and teaching for 17 years. She began her dance journey self-learning from music videos, before training under her mentor Ann Tan during her university years. Inspired by mentorship, she now teaches to positively impact others through movement.

 

Steffi works with students from preschoolers to seniors in their 60s and beyond, and teaches styles including K-Pop, Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Contemporary, Girl’s Style, fitness dance, and KKardio (K-Cardio) dance. She also leads cardio-based programs like KKardio Dance and KKardio’s KKardio Dance Fitness.

 

Steffi believes dance is more than steps — it’s a journey of self-discovery, resilience, and personal growth, where dancers learn about themselves through both challenges and breakthroughs.

 

About Legacy Dance Co

Legacy Dance Co. (LDC) is a Singapore-based dance studio and creative community built on the belief that friends grow better when they grow together. What began as a shared dream to create opportunities through movement has evolved into a sustainable, mentorship-driven home for dancers of all levels and ages.

 

LDC offers a wide range of programs including THE LEGACY EXPERIENCE (TLE) street-dance curriculum, open classes, progressive courses, crew development programs, workshops, and performance platforms — all designed to nurture confidence, discipline, creativity, and leadership.

 

We believe dance should feel safe, supportive, and inspiring. Our mission is to help students train with purpose, express with heart, and build meaningful friendships along the way. Whether you’re here to learn, grow, or simply enjoy movement, every hour with us counts.

About the workshop

Ready to unlock your inner superhero? In this action-packed Superhero-themed class, focus your powers on rhythm, groove, and timing changes. Transform into dance-floor heroes through dynamic moves and epic timing!

 

The class starts with a 10-minute warm-up and stretch to activate your super-suits (a.k.a. our bodies!). Then, for 15 minutes, train with the "secret move" arsenal: powerful Punches, the smooth Biz Markie step, iconic Freeze Poses, and strategic dodges with slow-motion flow. Next, assemble these powers into a simple, 15-minute choreography that puts all the heroic steps together. The class culminates in a special five-minute parent-child interaction for the sidekicks in the room!

 

About Instructor: En Qi

En Qi leads high-energy, family-friendly hip-hop classes where parents and kids connect through rhythm and movement. With a focus on natural groove and exciting timing, she creates an upbeat, welcoming space for families to build confidence, express themselves, and experience the pure joy of dancing together.

 

About Noooice Academy

As our vision expanded, we founded Noooice Academy in 2021, becoming one of Singapore’s pioneering crew studios. Renowned for exceptional dance training, our academy is committed to nurturing talent and inspiring a love for dance.

 

But we didn’t stop there. Through PROJECT H.A.N.D. (Have a Noooice Day), we channeled our passion for dance into a platform for social good, creating community service initiatives and youth outreach programs that make a real impact.

 

Now, Noooice! Fam represents a thriving community united by a shared love for dance, learning, and giving back. Guided by our motto, MORE THAN MOVEMENT, we continue to push the boundaries of what dance can achieve, inspiring others to join us on this exciting journey.

About the workshop

Ballet goes to the Zoo! invites young movers and their parents on a playful journey inspired by animals. Led by professional ballet dancers from Singapore Ballet, the workshop introduces children to the basics of ballet through imaginative movement, while exploring how animals move, stretch, and play. Adding to the excitement, a special surprise animal guest from the zoo will make an appearance, bringing the experience to life in an unforgettable way. Designed to be fun, creative, and welcoming, this workshop encourages self-expression and confidence in a joyful setting. It’s the perfect bonding experience for parents and little ones to move, laugh, and dance together. 

 

About Instructor: Laura Harwood 

Laura started ballet at the age of four in Hobart, Australia. She received full time training at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School before moving to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (Dance) in 2022. Laura joined Singapore Ballet as an apprentice in 2023 and was promoted to Artist in 2025. Some of the repertoire she has performed in with Singapore Ballet includes Swan Lake, Cinderella, Romeo & Juliet, and many other key works such as Double Contrasts and Fives by Choo-San Goh, Rite of Spring by Kinsun Chan, Pact of Water and Meeting point by Christina Chan. 

 

About Instructor: Akira Wolfie Bischoff 

Wolfie started his ballet education at the Western Ballet Theatre in the US before studying under Beth McLeish at her conservatory - Project Ballet, formerly New American Youth Ballet. A recipient of several scholarships including the Jerome Robbins Foundation Scholarship, Wolfie studied at the prestigious School of American Ballet and the San Francisco Ballet School. He had performed with several companies in the US such as the Grand Rapids Ballet, United Ballet Theatre, Ballet RI and Nevada Ballet Theatre. He joined Singapore Ballet as an Artist in 2024. Key works he has danced in include Jiri Kylian’s Sarabande, George Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes, Sugar Plum Cavalier in the Nutcracker, pas de trois in Swan Lake, Sticks and Stones by Kinsun Chan, The Bistro by Tim Harbour, Cinderella by Janek Schergen, Romeo & Juliet by Choo-San Goh.

 

About Singapore Ballet

Singapore Ballet was founded as Singapore Dance Theatre in 1988. The company performs 6 seasons annually, including two full-length classical ballets, a season that presents the masterpieces from the company’s repertoire as well as all over the world, Passages Contemporary Season, and a children’s ballet production. Singapore Ballet has captivated audiences around the world, from Malaysia, Cambodia, China, France, Switzerland, UK, and more recently in the US at the Kennedy Centre in 2024. Singapore Ballet is a recipient of the National Arts Council’s Major Grant and presents many outreach performances in schools. 

About the workshop

This creative workshop for children aged 6 – 8 is designed to be fun, engaging, and imaginative. Through guided movement activities, children are encouraged to explore their creativity and express themselves physically while stepping into imaginative worlds. The workshop also emphasises relationship-building between parents and children, using shared movement experiences to strengthen bonds, foster kinship, and create meaningful connections through dance.

 

About Instructor: Derrick Ng

Derrick began dancing in 2011 through B-boying in secondary school and later expanded into various styles, eventually specializing in Hip Hop. He is a member of the all-male crew NOOOICE, which competes locally and internationally, winning Singapore Dance Delight Vol. 7 and representing Singapore at Japan Dance Delight Vol. 24.

 

About Noooice Academy

As our vision expanded, we founded Noooice Academy in 2021, becoming one of Singapore’s pioneering crew studios. Renowned for exceptional dance training, our academy is committed to nurturing talent and inspiring a love for dance.

 

But we didn’t stop there. Through PROJECT H.A.N.D. (Have a Noooice Day), we channeled our passion for dance into a platform for social good, creating community service initiatives and youth outreach programs that make a real impact.

 

Now, Noooice! Fam represents a thriving community united by a shared love for dance, learning, and giving back. Guided by our motto, MORE THAN MOVEMENT, we continue to push the boundaries of what dance can achieve, inspiring others to join us on this exciting journey.

About the workshop

Get ready to move, imagine and dance together! This Adults & Preschoolers hip hop class introduces basic hip hop steps in a fun, approachable way, perfect for first-timers and families!

 

Using an animal-inspired theme, children are encouraged to move like their favourite creatures, making it easier (and way more fun!) to remember steps while staying engaged. Through simple choreography and guided practice, both kids and adults will learn hip hop basics in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone can jump in and enjoy the experience together.

 

About Instructor: Dhea Basri Tho

Dhea is an energetic dance educator with over a decade of professional training and seven years of coaching experience across children, teens and adults. She loves creating dance experiences that feel welcoming, joyful, and easy to jump into—no matter your age or background.

 

Known for her engaging and imaginative teaching style, Dhea blends structure with play to help dancers build confidence, coordination, and a strong foundation while still having fun. She works with dancers of all levels and shares real class moments and teaching snippets through her passion project @dancedumplings on Instagram.

 

About O School

O School is a performing arts centre and social enterprise established in 2006. Dedicated to nurturing dance talent and growing the dance ecosystem in Singapore, O School supports youths and communities through accessible training, coaching and performance opportunities. Beyond the studio, O School creates platforms and produces events that bring dancers together, support artistic growth and provide meaningful opportunities for talent to be seen, shared and celebrated.

About the workshop

Dance & Grow is an interactive dance class designed for preschoolers and their parents. Together, parents and children will learn to stretch, twirl and move in harmony. This early exposure to dance not only creates an opportunity for bonding but also supports the development of motor skills for little ones. The joy of dancing becomes a shared experience, fostering a sense of unity and connection that goes beyond the dance studio.

 

About Instructor: Dawn Lim

Dawn Lim is an experienced ballet instructor with over seven years of teaching students from toddler to adult.

 

She has actively trained and presented students for Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) examinations, guiding candidates from Pre-Primary in Dance through to Intermediate level. She has also coached students for RAD Discovering Repertoire, supporting both technical development and performance readiness, achieving a consistent 100% examination pass rate.

 

Dawn Lim is also an accomplished choreographer, creating original ballet works annually for students aged 4 to teens. Her works are presented in school productions and external showcases, giving dancers valuable stage experience and opportunities to apply their training in a performance setting.

 

Dawn Lim works closely with children and adults at all stages of their ballet journey, emphasising correct alignment, coordination, musicality, and technical clarity. She adapts her teaching to each student’s learning pace, encouraging confidence and expressive movement. Passionate about creating disciplined yet enjoyable training, she fosters a supportive environment where students can grow both technically and artistically.

 

About City Ballet Academy

City Ballet Academy was founded by Xia Haiying – award-winning Principal dancer of international repute, and Koh Kai Mui. City Ballet Academy seeks to provide a well-rounded and balanced array of training programs catering to the unique needs, abilities, and learning goals of every student. With the support of a strong teaching faculty, we continuously refine our training programs in order to maximise every child’s innate potential and groom them into confident, well-rounded individuals.

About the workshop

Hip, hop and hooray in this beginner hip hop class! Learn some basic steps, pick up new choreography and get a chance to showcase your new moves.

 

About Instructor:  Wong Siew Yin (Swing)

Swing started dancing in her secondary school and entered Jitterbugs’ Developing Artist Programme when she was 20. It was then she learnt about different dance genres and found her love for Street Dance. After graduating from the programme, she started her dance career in Jitterbugs as a Hip Hop Kids instructor and from then onward, she had also taught in various dance studios such as Studio Wu,Celine Jessandra, Dance Pointe Academy, Converge and Academie of Stars. Siew Yin started YAAAS together with another 4 members in 2017, they were in the final for Singapore Dance Delight 2017 and also one of the Top 4 for Keep On Dancing (SEA) crew battle in 2018. In 2019, she joined Juste Debout (SEA) house 2V2 battle with YAAAS and was one of the Top 8.

 

About Converge Studios

Founded in 2016, Converge Studios has grown to become one of the leading dance education, entertainment and experience providers in the industry. Our Faculty consists of over 40 instructors of varying expertise and background, each an expert in their own genre/field.

About the workshop

Calling all parents and their little pop stars— it’s time to turn up the music and dive into the sweet, bubbly world of K-pop! This workshop is the perfect chance to bond, giggle, and move together to the upbeat beats of Soda Pop by the Saja Boys.

 

We’ll guide you step-by-step through a simple, fun, and energetic routine that both grown-ups and kids can groove to. By the end, you’ll have mastered some cute K-pop moves, built memories, and maybe even created your own signature Soda Pop sparkle!

 

About Instructor: Hym

A member of IKIGAI, a dance crew rooted in storytelling and intentional movement, Hym brings nine years of dance experience into an ever-evolving personal style. She is deeply committed to continuous growth, thoughtfully integrating the insights and lessons gained throughout her journey. Passionate about nurturing the next generation of dancers, Hym finds great joy in working with children and believes dance should be both joyful and empowering. She takes pride in building confidence in young dancers and creating a positive, encouraging learning environment.

 

About Danz People

Danz People opens the world of dance to children, teens, adults, and seniors through dance training, arts education, and community outreach programmes. Our mission is simple: to inspire, educate, and celebrate the joy of movement.

 

Danz People is also home to three vibrant dance groups, each celebrating dance as a team and representing the studio with pride. This one big family includes Mini Groovers for kids, All Out Groovers for teens, and Danz People for adults.

 

From regular training and workshops with local and international choreographers to our annual Recital and community events, every programme is designed to grow skills, confidence, and creativity. We also collaborate with schools and organizations to empower communities, promote active lifestyles, and foster creative expression.

 

At Danz People, dance is more than movement—it’s a journey, a celebration, and a way to connect with others. Come move, learn, and be inspired with us!

About the workshop

Dance & Grow is an interactive dance class designed for preschoolers and their parents. Together, parents and children will learn to stretch, twirl and move in harmony. This early exposure to dance not only creates an opportunity for bonding but also supports the development of motor skills for little ones. The joy of dancing becomes a shared experience, fostering a sense of unity and connection that goes beyond the dance studio.

 

About Instructor: Cindy Toh

Ms Cindy is a dedicated teacher who has groomed many students to excel and pursue dance and teaching professionally. An Associate of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), she holds a Teaching Certificate with Distinction. She also guides and mentor trainee teachers as a Practical Teaching Supervisor and Mentor of the RAD Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies Programme (CBTS). Ms Cindy has trained students for all RAD levels up to Advanced 2, achieving outstanding results.

 

About City Ballet Academy

City Ballet Academy was founded by Xia Haiying – award-winning Principal dancer of international repute, and Koh Kai Mui. City Ballet Academy seeks to provide a well-rounded and balanced array of training programs catering to the unique needs, abilities, and learning goals of every student. With the support of a strong teaching faculty, we continuously refine our training programs in order to maximise every child’s innate potential and groom them into confident, well-rounded individuals.

About the workshop

Come and 'paint' the space with the colours of the rainbow, and immerse in a sensory experience with your whole bodies. Using contact-based dance and play, this dance class by Rolypoly Family will have both children and grown-ups having fun through movement, music, massage and upside-down silliness. Rooted in the principles of partnership across generations, safe physical contact and movement improvisation, this class will see children and grown-ups taking turns to lead and follow, push and pull, lean and support.

 

About Instructor: Bernice Lee

Bernice is an artist and dance practitioner who cares about expanding our imagination of and for the future. Her work is driven by playing and performing, and the desire to make space and time for intergenerational creative conversations. She mothers two children. She co-directs Rolypoly Family with Faye Lim, and the performance project Tactility Studies with Chong Gua Khee. She also serves as Executive Director of ReadAble, a community-based literacy charity. An Associate Member of Dance Nucleus (2018-2021), Dance Artist with Maya Dance Theatre and Frontier Danceland (2011-2017), Bernice holds a BFA (Hons) in Dance from The Ohio State University and an MA in Fine Arts from Lasalle College of the Arts.

 

About Instructor: Faye Lim

Faye Lim is a dance and teaching artist, with a background in research, training and sexuality education. As co-director of Rolypoly Family, Faye produces body-based art, programmes and body safety education, and leads the team’s training, professional development and consulting projects. Her choreography and direction (for performance and for camera), collaborations and commissions have been presented in schools, community places, stages, and galleries in and beyond Singapore. Faye’s advocacy work includes expanding on care practices in the arts through CITRUS practices and safeguarding children’s rights to safety, health, education and joy.

About the workshop

Step into rhythm together at this fun, family-friendly tap dance workshop designed for adults and preschoolers! Discover the joy of tap through a short, engaging introduction to the genre, followed by a gentle warm-up to get little feet (and grown-up feet) ready to move. Learn simple tap basics in a playful, easy-to-follow way, then put it all together in a short choreography. The session wraps up with a mini showcase where participants can shine and celebrate what they have learned.

 

About Instructor:  Chew Wan Ying

Wanying started dancing at the age of 20 when she joined Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) Jazz dance club, DanzInc. Under the tutelage of DanzInc resident instructor Nicholas Long, Wanying started to explore Tap dance, and various dance genres under Studio Wu’s Training Youth and Talent Programme. She has also recently completed her one year training under Frontier Danceland’s PULSE Programme. Her main genres are Tap, Jazz, and Contemporary. To expand her dance vocabulary and repertoire, Wanying also devoted time to explore and train in Hip Hop, Jazz Funk, Street Jazz, Waacking, Tutting, Waving, Aerial (silks), and Pole.

 

Wanying is experienced in teaching students of all age groups, from young children to adults. Having worked as an early childhood educator for 5 years, she is proficient in engaging and guiding children in the learning process. She has recently completed her bachelor’s degree in Psychological Science, and hopes to pursue a further degree in Dance Movement Therapy in future.

 

About Converge Studios

Founded in 2016, Converge Studios has grown to become one of the leading dance education, entertainment and experience providers in the industry. Our Faculty consists of over 40 instructors of varying expertise and background, each an expert in their own genre/field.

Date & Time

14 Mar 2026, Sat

9.30am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Ballet goes to the Zoo! by Singapore Ballet

11am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Little K-Pop Grooves by Legacy Dance Co

1pm

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Hip Hop Superhero Moves! by Noooice! Academy

15 Mar 2026, Sun

9.30am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Ballet goes to the Zoo! by Singapore Ballet

11am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Creative Movement for Kids (Hip Hop) by Noooice! Academy

1pm

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Stomp, Swing & Soar! Animal Kingdom Hip Hop Jam by O School

21 Mar 2026, Sat

9.30am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Dance & Grow by City Ballet Academy

11am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Hip Hop Hooray! by Converge Studios

1pm

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Bubble Up! K-Pop Dance for Little Stars by Danz People

22 Mar 2026, Sun

9.30am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Dance & Grow by City Ballet Academy

11am

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Rolypoly Family Pop-Up Dance Playgroup

1pm

Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Happy Feet! Tap Dance by Converge Studios
Tickets & Prices
1 Adult + 1 Child
(per session)
2 Adults + 1 Child or
1 Adult + 2 Children
(per session)
Price $40 $60

Tickets must be purchased as an adult-child package.

  • 1 Adult + 1 Child (per session)

  • 2 Adults + 1 Child or 1 Adult + 2 Children (per session)

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