# Hype Dance Company > More than just dance ## Posts - [Musical Theatre Dance Workshop in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/musical-theatre-dance-workshop-in-sheffield/): Lewis O'Dell will be leading a Musical Theatre dance workshop in Sheffield on 7th August for dancers aged 14+. - [Condensed Summer Timetable](https://hypedance.org.uk/condensed-summer-timetable/): Our condensed summer timetable is running from now until August - [Hype Dance Annual Performance, 2025](https://hypedance.org.uk/hype-dance-company-annual-performance-2025/): Our annual dance show will be themed on The Wizard of Oz and held on Saturday 14th June. Buy your tickets now! - [Anna is stepping down as Artistic Director](https://hypedance.org.uk/anna-is-stepping-down-as-artistic-director/): Anna is stepping down as artistic director after 20 years. Paulina Chochulska is the new creative director. - [Beginner Tap Dance Course in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/beginner-tap-dance-course-in-sheffield/): We run a beginner tap dance course in Sheffield suitable for complete beginners and ages 17-60+ on Wednesdays at 18:00. - [Beginner Commercial Dance Class in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/beginner-commercial-dance-class-in-sheffield/): We run a commercial dance class in Sheffield suitable for beginners and ages 17-60+ every Thursday at 18:00. - [Beginner Modern Jazz Dance Class in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/beginner-modern-jazz-dance-class-in-sheffield/): We run a modern jazz dance course in Sheffield suitable for beginners and ages 17-60+ on Wednesdays at 20:10. - [Beginner Contemporary Dance Course in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/beginner-contemporary-dance-course-in-sheffield/): We run a contemporary dance course in Sheffield suitable for beginners and ages 17-60+ on Mondays at 20:10. - [Beginner Ballet Dance Course in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/beginner-ballet-dance-course-in-sheffield/): We run a 5 week ballet dance course in Sheffield suitable for complete beginners and ages 17-60+ on Fridays at 18:00. - [Tom Chambers is our Third Patron](https://hypedance.org.uk/announcing-tom-chambers-as-our-third-patron/): “I’m delighted to be a patron and hope it helps your good cause and great inspiration to others." - Tom Chambers. - [Sheffield Children's University](https://hypedance.org.uk/hype-dance-is-a-sheffield-childrens-university-learning-destination/): Hype Dance is a CU learning destination. Any child or young person attending a Sheffield school can join the CU. - [Did you forget to pay for your dance class?](https://hypedance.org.uk/did-you-forget-to-pay-for-your-dance-class/): If you forgot to pay for your dance class you can follow these instructions to pay with you card / Apple / Google pay. - [Hype Dance Upcoming Dates & Useful Links](https://hypedance.org.uk/hype-dance-company-latest-news-dates/): Here you will find the latest news and information, with links to the specific articles with more details. - [NUS Discount on Dance Classes in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/nus-discount-on-dance-classes-in-sheffield/): We offer a student (NUS) discount of £1.00 on all of our drop-in dance classes when booked in advance. - [Dance Courses in Sheffield for Beginners](https://hypedance.org.uk/dance-courses-in-sheffield-for-beginners/): We offer a range of dance courses in Sheffield suitable for complete beginners who have never danced before. ## Pages - [Make a booking](https://hypedance.org.uk/make-a-booking-1/): Make a booking with us Using the forms on this page you can book any of our drop-in dance classes, dance studios, workshops, courses, shows and events.. If you wish to join one of our junior IDTA syllabus based dance classes please get in touch with us and we can get you registered and suggest the most appropriate class(es) for you / your child. If you wish to amend your booking then login to our customer portal where you can amend studio bookings up to 24 hours in advance and dance classes up to 3 hours in advance. Please check […] - [Staff portal](https://hypedance.org.uk/staff-portal/): Staff login - [Dance Parties in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/dance-parties-in-sheffield/): Dance parties in Sheffield Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate a birthday, a hen do, have a team building session? Then why not book a dance party with us?! We offer parties for any occasion and for children and adults. You can suggest a theme, a style of dance or a specific tune and we will do the rest. You’ll get an experienced dance professional leading your session (who is enhanced DBS checked and insured), party games, learn a short dance routine that can be performed to friends / family at the end of the session, as […] - [Dance Outreach in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/dance-outreach-in-sheffield/): Dance is for everyone! We have delivered work with Dementia and Parkinson’s groups, pupil referral units, at risk young people’s groups, primary schools for curriculum enhancement, birthday parties, weddings, companies for team-building days, and many more. Sessions have taken place in care home settings, community spaces, sports halls, hotels, as well as at our own dance studios. We want everyone to have the opportunity to dance, and we often go into communities to give them the chance to work with us. Everybody can dance with our expert dance tutors and our inclusive workshops. We can dance with anyone, almost anywhere! If you are interested […] - [Sarah Hobson](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/sarah-hobson/): Sarah Hobson, Commercial Street Dance Sarah ‘SHE’ Hobson is a professional dancer, choreographer and tutor. Originating as a Hip Hop artist, Sarah has spent a great deal of time honing her craft training in styles such as contemporary, jazz, commercial and dancehall. She holds a BA (Hons) degree in dance and still regularly trains to stay knowledgeable within her field. Quote here… Sarah Hobson Working as a freelance artist Sarah has spent a great deal of her time choreographing for different companies and events across the UK, as well as performing regularly within the theatre and commercial industry. She has […] - [Preference Center](https://hypedance.org.uk/gh/) - [Private Dance Tuition](https://hypedance.org.uk/private-dance-classes-in-sheffield/): Private dance classes in Sheffield Are you worried about your upcoming wedding first dance? Do you have an audition and want help preparing? Do you want to work towards gaining a qualification in your favourite dance style? Have you got an upcoming exam session that you want to prepare for? Are you a complete beginner and you would prefer to learn on your own? Do you just want to dance for fun? We offer private dance classes to all ages and abilities and you can take them for any reason, whether you would prefer to learn on your own rather than in a big group, […] - [Hire dance studios in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/dance-studio-hire-in-sheffield/): Hire a dance studio in Sheffield Our dance studios are based close to Sheffield city centre and Kelham Island, in our own space with our studios, office, costume store, changing rooms and waiting area. We have 3 well maintained and equipped studios, each with a full wall of mirrors, sprung floors, central heating, high ceilings, ballet barres, fans, high quality sound systems, as well as access to free wifi, waiting and changing areas. The sound systems have 3.5mm mini jack wired connections and bluetooth wireless connections. Our dance studios can be hired for a variety of uses including running your own classes, rehearsals, performances, […] - [Hype Dance class timetables](https://hypedance.org.uk/hype-dance-class-timetables/): Junior dance class timetable from September 2025 Our full timetable of dance classes for juniors (ages 4-18). Please contact us before attending any of the IDTA dance classes listed below so that we can get you registered and suggest the most appropriate class(es) to join. You can join the classes marked as drop-in at any time – follow this link to book a drop-in dance class. Adult dance class timetable from September 2025 Our full timetable of drop-in dance classes for adults (ages 17-60+) – follow this link to book a dance class. All Hype classes are 1 hour long […] - [Dance classes in Sheffield](https://hypedance.org.uk/dance-classes-in-sheffield/): Dance classes in Sheffield for children, young people and adults We offer a range of dance classes in Sheffield for all ages and abilities at our dance studios based at Shalesmoor near the centre of Sheffield and Kelham Island. All tutors are qualified, insured, experts in the dance styles that they teach and are overseen by Paulina Chochulska, Hype’s Creative Director. Tutors have the creative freedom to bring their own personalities into their classes which allows them to work to the needs of the group, both physically and creatively, and allows our students to develop a well-rounded understanding of dance, having plenty of […] - [Customer Portal](https://hypedance.org.uk/customer-portal/): Hype Dance customer portal Login here to see all of your bookings in one place. You can amend your class bookings up to 3 hours before the start the scheduled start time and your studio bookings up to 24 hours in advance. If you haven’t logged in here before, simply click the “Reset Password?” link below the “Sign In” button on the form below, and then follow the instructions. Login to our customer portal - [Anna Olejnicki](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/anna-olejnicki/): Anna Olejnicki, founder of Hype Dance Anna Olejnicki is Hype Dance Company’s Artistic Director and is a Fellow of the International Dance Teachers Association (Distinction in Ballet, Modern Jazz, Tap, Theatrecraft & Freestyle), a Registered Teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) & Equity Member. She also has a Bachelor of the Arts, Honours degree. Anna began her dance career training at a local dance school in Doncaster, and began her professional career working as a commercial dancer/choreographer for fashion shows, and a dance tutor before founding Hype Dance Company, a dance education company in Sheffield in 2004. I can’t ever imagine not being […] - [Joanne Payne](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/joanne-payne/): Joanne Payne, Adult Tap Tutor Jo started dancing at the age of 3 following a family tradition of attending dance classes. During her dance student career up to the age of 17 she studied and completed exams with the BBO and IDTA under the tap, ballet and modern dance branches. At the age of 17 Jo opted to concentrate on her academic studies and was accepted to study Law at Sheffield Hallam University and continued on to take a further degree in Quantity Surveying. Quote here… Joanne Payne Having advanced in her career, she returned to dancing as an adult and discovered Hype through attending Street Dance classes with […] - [Chris Brayford](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/chris-brayford/): Chris Brayford, Breakdance Tutor Chris Brayford is a movement artist, choreographer and performer from Sheffield UK. Graduating from Nottingham Trent University with a BA Honours degree in Performing Arts Dance, Brayford has trained in a wide range of disciplines, such as Breaking, Contemporary, Ballet, Acting, Ballroom and Latin. He has received training from names such as ‘Tava Ziva Dance Company‘ and ‘Rong Tao‘ whilst studying in university and has since continued his training aboard. Brayford was one of a select few to be accepted onto the Alleyne Dance Internship Programme and received elite training whilst being mentored by the company. He has always […] - [Monica Marsden](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/monica-marsden/): Monica Marsden, Marketing Assistant & Acro Tutor Monica started dancing at the late age of 16. She studied dance at Hillsborough College and furthered her dance training and education to a BA (Hons) Degree at the University of Gloucestershire where she graduated with a First Class Honors Degree. She is now working as a professional dancer and teacher. Monica specialises in Contemporary and Commercial Dance and takes regular classes in these styles to keep up with her training. Having the opportunity to share something I love with my students and to watch each of them grow week on week is what fuels my motivation […] - [Jennifer Weber](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/jennifer-weber/): Jennifer Weber, Hype Dance Patron JENNIFER WEBER (choreographer) is an Olivier and Emmy Award nominated artist. She made her West End debut with & Juliet (Olivier Award Nomination). Weber is the co-creator, director, and choreographer of The Hip Hop Nutcracker (Annual Tour/Emmy Nominated PBS Special). She was recently commissioned by Mikhail Baryshnikov to create Stravinsky Re-Imagined for the Baryshnikov Arts Center premiering in 2022. Weber made her film debut as Choreographer for the Disney Channel Original Movie, Zombies 2. Quote here… Jennifer Weber Off-Broadway credits include KPOP (Upcoming Broadway Transfer/Lortel Nomination), Teenage Dick (The Public/Ma-Yi Theater Company) Cruel Intentions (LPR/US National Tour), Stockholm (U.S. premiere). Her concert dance work has been performed at Jacob’s Pillow, New York City […] - [Ruby-May Martinwood](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/ruby-may-martinwood/): Ruby-May Martinwood, Hype Dance Patron Ruby-May Martinwood grew up in the Hype Dance Company family from the age of 5, alongside screen acting at the Nottingham Television Workshop and Musical Theatre at Bird College. She was recently awarded Best Breakthrough Actor at the Royal Television Society Awards 2022 for her guest performance in the BBC’s Father Brown, of which she is now a series regular playing ‘Brenda.’ TV / Film credits Include, Winter in BBC’s Taboo, Phoebes in RideBy Feature Film, Layla in BBC’s Death in Paradise and also starred in BBC’s Doctors. Theatre Credits include, Grease UK Tour & West Side Story at the Manchester Royal Exchange. Hype Dance is my family and my home. […] - [Tom Chambers](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/tom-chambers/): Tom Chambers, Hype Dance Patron Tom’s theatrical credits include Murder in the Dark (Touring); Elf (Dominion Theatre); Dial M For Murder (Tour); Crazy For You (UK Tour); Private Lives (UK Tour); White Christmas (Dominion Theatre); Top Hat (Aldwych Theatre) Cyrano De Bergerac (Derby Theatre).  His TV credits include Father Brown, The Great Train Robbery, Midsomer Murders, Casualty, Emmerdale, Holby City and Waterloo Road and Series 6 winner of Strictly Come Dancing. Films include Fakers, Apollo 13: Dark Side of the Moon and Meet Pursuit Delange. I’m delighted to be a patron and hope it helps your good cause and great inspiration to others. Looking forward to popping in when I’m on tour in Sheffield later this year! Tom Chambers - [Lauren Aizlewood-Clow](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/lauren-aizlewood-clow/): Lauren Aizlewood-Clow, Adult Contemporary Lauren is a dance artist, choreographer and technique tutor based in Sheffield and leads the adult contemporary dance classes here at Hype Dance Company on Monday and Wednesday evenings. Upon graduating with her BA (Hons) in Contemporary Dance from LABAN London she has worked with professional Artists such as Gary Clarke, Lea Anderson, Lisa Torun and Gary Lambert. Lauren has taught, choreographed and performed in various productions across the UK and around the world. Dance means the world to me, it is my ‘happy place’ and is my escapism from all the everyday stresses and worries. I find such joy in teaching, and love to […] - [Alice Grayson](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/alice-grayson/): Alice Grayson – junior ballet, modern & tap Alice started her dance training at the age of 3 in Sheffield, eventually moving to Hype Dance in 2012. Throughout her time at Hype she has trained in several styles including Ballet, Contemporary and Modern Jazz. She also holds vocational exams in Ballet and Modern Jazz as well as teaching qualifications in Ballet and Modern Jazz with the International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA). Alice is currently working through several of her tap exams with the view to taking her IDTA Tap teaching exam in the near future. Dance is an amazing outlet […] - [Alex Warren, Company Director](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/alex-warren/): Alex Warren, Company Director Alex Warren has over 15 years of business management skills and brings a wealth of dance industry related experience to the position. As well as the day to day running of the company, Alex is responsible for managing the finances, maintaining the website and finding and writing fund raising applications. He regularly writes fund raising applications for small arts organisations and individuals, having recently secured over £150,000 worth of funding for Hype Dance and other clients. What I love about Hype is that everyone who comes here respects, and buys into, our ethos of being a […] - [Paulina Chochulska, Creative Director](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/paulina-chochulska/): Paulina Chochulska, Creative Director Paulina started dancing at the age of 3 in a local kindergarten dance group, soon progressing to ballroom dance classes in the local Culture Centre. At the age of 10 she joined one of five Comprehensive Ballet Schools in Poland where she studied ballet, contemporary, folk dance and the history of dance for 9 years, graduating with a Professional Dancer Diploma. While training in ballet school she also worked for Cube Dance Academy, where she started as a dancer and progressed to the position of dance teacher and choreographer. Dance has always been my passion and the […] - [About Hype Dance Company](https://hypedance.org.uk/about-hype-dance-company/): Hype Dance Company, Sheffield – About Us Hype Dance Company, a non-profit organisation, was established in Sheffield in 2004 by Anna Olejnicki, with the aim of bringing dance to as many people as possible, in as many ways as possible through lessons, workshops and performances. This remains true to this day, and over the years we have strengthened our experience, and place, as one of Yorkshire’s only independent training and performance arts organisations, with an excellent reputation and strong industry connections. The lead and follow us way of learning isn’t what we do, we treat everyone individually and help you […] - [Contact Hype Dance Company](https://hypedance.org.uk/contact-hype-dance-company/): How can we help? Check the FAQ’s, get in touch with our team, get directions & search the site Frequently Asked Questions Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked most often – please have a read through them before contacting us. If you still have questions after reading them please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us, where one of our team will be happy to help you. Do you have a question? Complete the form below and one of our team will get back to you as soon as we can. Contact Hype Dance Address 60 Upper […] - [Hype Dance Company's Latest News & Events](https://hypedance.org.uk/hype-dance-company-latest-news-events/): Make sure to check the Upcoming Dates & Useful Links page - [Home](https://hypedance.org.uk/): HYPE DANCE COMPANY Offering everyone in the region the opportunity to realise their creative potential through dance for more than 20 years! What do we offer? Find out below about the wide range of dance related activities we offer in Sheffield & the surrounding South Yorkshire region. Dance Classes in Sheffield We teach dance classes in Sheffield for children and adults, from beginners through to professionals, in a range of dance styles. We offer drop-in style dance classes as well as IDTA syllabus exam classes – all taught by qualified professionals in a warm, welcoming & inclusive environment. Learn more […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)