Twirl power: join dance class for summer shows

DANCE teacher, Gemma Joyce, poses with young dancers after recently launching Saturday morning classes covering ballet, jazz, lyrical, and showcase work, at the Stratford Garden Centre, near Clifford Chambers.

The dancers will be appearing at various events this summer, including the River Festival (2nd to 3rd July) and the Home and Garden Show (15th to 17th July), both of which take place on the Recreation Ground.

Gemma still has some vacancies in her classes, and children can sign up at any time. As well as classes, for ages three and up, Gemma also holds beginner ballet class for adults on Wednesday mornings, 9.30am to 10.15am. So tap into your inner Margot Fonteyn and sign up now! Gemma, who studied dance at Coventry University and trained near Manchester as a youngster, can be contacted on 07789 865659.