Free art and dance workshops for Runcorn's young people

Young people in Runcorn have no reason to be bored on Thursday nights with a new programme at HRMZ offering free art and dance workshops.

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The first art and dance sessions, held on 26 January, proved popular with attendees who ranged from age ten to 16, and it is hoped that even more interest in places will be generated for this coming week.

Staff at Action for Children, the charity which runs Halton Youth Service on behalf of Halton Borough Council, want young people to come and get creative with renowned sculptor and mosaic master, Russell Kirk, in the art sessions by making giant, tribal masks.

Or, the more energetic-minded can raise their BPM and join 'The Crew' to learn Hip Hop dance moves, get fit and increase self-confidence. Pepito and SugaGill, the experienced practitioners of the hip hop session, will bring boundless energy and enthusiasm to the Grangeway-based centre.

Rob Warburton, Action for Children project worker, who organised the activities and encouraged local youngsters to come and get involved, said:

"There's still time to come and join in with one or both of the Thursday classes, so why not pop down to see us this week? Art starts at 3.30pm and finishes at 5.30pm and hip-hop is from 6pm to 8pm."

Councillor John Swain, Executive Board Member for Children and Young People at Halton Borough Council, said:

"Halton's youth service excels at creating opportunities for the young people of the borough to try out exciting activities. This is a chance to do just that, whilst also meeting new people and developing skills. "

In addition to this, as part of the HRMZ music programme, dj workshops will be commencing on Thursday 23rd February.

For more information please ring 01928 583327.