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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

DAZL is excited to welcome back all our schools this term! We’ve got a fun-filled term ahead where children will be learning Cheerdance, Street Dance, and lots of other exciting dance styles. It’s all about moving, having fun, and building confidence through dance – we can’t wait to get started!

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

DAZL is currently delivering the Henry Programme to parents and carers at @Co-op Brownhill Primary Academy, creating a supportive and engaging space to explore healthy lifestyles for the whole family. #LeedsFamilyHealthyLivingService #LeedsPublicHealth

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We’re excited to receive funding from Hays Travel Foundation for DAZL’s Inclusive Dance Programme 💃✨ This will support new sessions for disabled & neurodiverse young people, plus a documentary celebrating their stories, achievements & the joy of dance. 💛 #InclusiveDance

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

DAZL Holbeck! Starting tonight! FIRST CLASS FREE! ⏰Tuesdays 5-6pm 📍The Loft Holbeck, Crosby Street, Holbeck, LS11 9RQ For more information please contact us on Call/text- 07519018675 Email- community@dazl.org.uk We pride ourselves in providing something for everyone at all levels.

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

This summer, our Healthy Holiday Camps ran 4 days a week over 4 weeks, hosting about 31 young people per camp. Participants enjoyed nutritious meals, museum visits, and fun at parks and community events. Check out more on our blog: dazl.org.uk/blog

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

DAZL has provided 560 breakfasts and lunches to children in the Leeds Healthy Holidays program over the past two weeks. Nutritious meals are crucial for kids as they support growth, enhance learning, stabilize energy, boost immunity, and encourage lifelong healthy habits. #NutritionMatters

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Join us at the @leedsprideofficial parade on Sunday, July 20th! We have an exciting surprise with our DAZL family. Celebrating our 6th year, this vibrant day will be full of color and happiness. Dance and celebrate because #LoveIsLove.

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

DAZL would like to thank all our Schools we have worked with this year! We have had an amazing time and we hope you all have a fantastic summer! We will see you all back in September for another fantastic year #LeedsSchools #WakefieldSchools #Departmentforeducation #leedsactiveschools #dance

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Feeding Britain - May Report With £600 from Feeding Britain, our holiday program provided 128 meals, including breakfast, lunch, and snacks over four days. We supported 20 children with 60 spots focused on young people. For more, visit our Blog: dazl.org.uk/feeding-brit...

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Lark in the Park! Our LS9 Club and Inclusive Groups will be perform at this years Lark in the Park Saturday 19th July 🕛 12:00-4:00 📌 East End Park, LS9 9NG There will be a variety of activates for all the family to enjoy! #InspiringPositiveFutures #LS9Club

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Wishing the DAZL Empire team the best at the Expressions inclusive dance event at Northern Ballet! Have an amazing time performing, enjoy every moment, and dance with confidence. You've worked hard, so be proud. Shine on that stage! #Expressions #InclusiveDance #NorthernBallet

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

We will be performing at 2 Galas this weekend! Both on Saturday 12th July East Ardsley - 1pm-4pm 📌 East Ardsley Recreation Ground, WF3 2AP We will also have a stall at East Ardsley Gala 📌 Rothwell Park, LS26 0ES There will be a variety of activates for all the family to enjoy at both Galas !

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Our last sessions before summer holidays for the following Community groups is next week Tingley DAZL Middleton Middleton Youth Theatre Active Kids Farnley New Farnley Rothwell We hope you all have an amazing summer and we will back on the WC 1st September #leedscitycouncil

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

‼️ FULLY BOOKED‼️ Our Leeds Healthy Holidays Summer camp is now fully booked We cant wait to see you all for an amazing fun filled SUMMER! #leedsHH #Leedscitycouncil #Leedscommunitycomittees

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

🧡 HAF Kirkless Schools Out🧡 FREE Summer Activity Camp with DAZL - Dance & Health Charity for children and young people. If you receive benefits-related free school meals it's completely FREE if not it's £7 per day. To book on please contact 07519018675 or email community@dazl.org.uk

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

💚 #WFHappyHealthyHolidays 💙 FREE Summer Activity Camp with DAZL - Dance & Health Charity for children and young people. If you recover benefits-related free school meals it's completely FREE if not it's £5 per day. Please look at poster for more details or Call/text- 07519018675

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

🎀 Hunslet Gala with the DAZL Empire Dolls 🎀 Big thank you for sharing your talent firstly. Well done to the DAZL Empire Dolls for a fablous performance and what great well run and organised event. #HunsletGala

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Well done dazlempire Inclusive and the LS9 Club. It's wonderful to see how your all inspiring so many disabled young people to take up dance. Your truly an inspiration ✨️ 🙌

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

IDTA- Freestyle & Rock n Roll Nationwide Qualifiers Results! Well done to all our Dancers who competed at the North West IDTA- Freestyle & Rock n Roll Nationwide Qualifiers Please see our BLOG for the results! dazl.org.uk/idta-freesty...

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

⭐️ Well done, and thank you, Chris ⭐️ Congratulations to the awesome Chris for completing the #Leeds10k on behalf of DAZL Empire & DAZL Dance your support will make a real difference to our young people and families. Massive thank you from us all at DAZL Empire #LongLiveTheEmpire

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

DAZL Summer Holiday Camp Manorfield Hall is now live! Please book your Via healthyholidays.leeds.gov.uk If you are not eligible for FREE child place, please contact Email: community@dazl.org.uk or call/text: 07519018675

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Thank you to Comic Relief for the funding to help our Feeding Britain Easter Holidays Programme Please take a look at our full report from this funding over on our website dazl.org.uk/feeding-brit...

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Take a look at all the feedback from our Healthy Holidays Leeds please visit our Blog dazl.org.uk/healthy-holi...

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Thank you to all Wade’s Charity, Your funding support has made a real difference. To read the full report please visit our blog on dazl.org.uk

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Third Sector @thirdsector.co.uk · 20/05/2025

Public investment “acts as a catalyst” for further philanthropic and commercial support for arts and culture charities, a new report says

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Public funding a ‘catalyst’ for private and commercial income for arts charities, report finds

The ‘crowding-in’ phenomenon plays a ‘pivotal role’ in the arts and culture sector, researchers conclude

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

✨ Student In The Spotlight ✨ Congratulations to Connor from the DAZL Inclusive Dance Team for earning a place at the prestigious Mechanics Performing Arts in #Wakefield! We're thrilled to see you chase your dreams in the arts. Keep inspiring others! 🌟 #PerformingArtsJourney #AbilityNotDisability

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

🎉 Academic Achievement 🎉 Kudos to Gabriel for securing a spot in the Level 3 Dance course at CAPA College. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishment and eagerly anticipate watching your journey unfold. #DAZLfamily @dazlyouth

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

✨ Student Success ✨ We are overjoyed for Preston, who has secured a spot at Leeds City College School of Creative Arts. This September, he embarks on #Dance Level 2. Despite numerous hurdles, nothing has deterred him. Excited for your next dance chapter! #ProudMoment

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activeoxfordshire.bsky.social @activeoxfordshire.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

"Physical activity has health benefits across the life course. It’s key to shifting from treatment to prevention and reducing health inequalities." – Dr. Jeanelle de Gruchy 💬 Move Together is cutting falls by 23% & GP visits by 51%, saving nearly £400K annually! 🔗 Read on

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Physical activity helps ease the strain on NHS services, report finds | Charity Today News

Data from Active Oxfordshire revealed participants in its Move Together programme attended 51 per cent fewer appointments at their local surgery and are less

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Reimagine Ageing Network @reimagineageing.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

💃 Professor Sarah Astill @slastill.bsky.social led the research project 'Dance On' with Yorkshire Dance, highlighting its positive impact on health in older adults, particularly women in lower socio-economic areas. And Dance On is still going strong around Leeds. yorkshiredance.com/project/danc...

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Yorkshire Dance - Dance On classes for people aged 55+

Find fun, friendly, sociable dance classes for people aged 55+ in Leeds and Bradford. Welcoming people of all experience levels.

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Join Dance Action Zone in Leeds for exciting dance sessions that add rhythm to your life. Enjoy a friendly atmosphere where you can express yourself and improve your skills. Lace up your dance shoes, meet new friends, and have an amazing time!

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

🔥 Exploring The Flames Through Movement🔥 The DAZL youth dancers responded to the direction of Slanjayvah Danza by creating explosive movement through the woods, Being at one with the forest and using the natural #environment as to their advantage, enhancing their creativity.

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

🔥 The Joy of Movement 🔥 Lots of beautiful moments captured whilst creating our new work with Slanjayvah Danza around #climatechange

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Pride The Hague | Official Account @prideth.nl · 03/04/2025

(Queer) love is in the air, and so is this year’s Pride event! We’re thrilled to announce that Pride The Hague will return this year on May 16th & 17th to continue celebrating the power of community, visibility, and love in all its forms. #LGBTQ #Pride #netherlands

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

💜234 @theidta examinations completed 💜 Wow, what an examination session. It's was a massive thank you to Mrs Smith-Dibden you were amazing. Thank you for supporting our dancers as this was a massive session. All the dancers give it there all. Well done to those who took an exam for the first time

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

20th July 2025 #LeedsPride is back! We love.these on clips of us on the new promo #LeedsPride #LGBT #Inclusion

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Deforestation & the cutting down of trees are harming our woods & nature. Trees give us clean air & homes for animals. When we lose forests, the Earth gets hotter. We need to protect trees by planting more & using less paper. #climatecrisis🌍 #climatechange #deforestationawareness #SocialChange

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

We explored how wildfires impact the environment by destroying forests, #wildlife habitats, & biodiversity contributing to #ClimateChange. Soil becomes less fertile, increasing erosion, water pollution. Air quality deteriorates. Ecosystems take years to recover. #WadesCharity #SocialAction

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Creating art outdoors boosts creativity, reduces stress, and deepens connection with nature. The process enhanced the dancers' observation skills, inspired unique ideas & what they can do outdoors. #Dancer #YouthDance #Leeds #LeedsCultureProgrammes #climatechange #SocialAction

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

Exploring themes of climate change in collaboration with #DAZLyouth & #Slanjayvah The project focused on wildfire and their significant impact on the environment, our #wildlife, #biodiversity. We're looking forward to sharing thir hard work. #DAZL25 #WadesCharity #socialaction #socialchange

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

✨️ Hey Neighbour ✨️ Last week the DAZL Director @ianrodley.bsky.social & Chrisie from DAZL & @manorfieldhall.bsky.social team attended the @forumcentral.bsky.social #HeyNeighbour event. So many fantastic organisations and groups across #Leeds delivering vital and impactful work to their communities.

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

✨️ Community engagement ✨️ Last week the young people from DAZL performed at the Reestablish Youth organisations new space #TheLoft Our inclusive dancers and DAZL Youth wowed the audiences and shared their new work. Next stop NSCD Community Dance Platform

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Dance Action Zone Leeds (DAZL) @dazldance.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

And we're here 25 years of connecting communities, partnership, reducing inequalities, and championing #Dance & #Health. Thank you #LeedsPublicHealth for your contributions to our vision. Your commitment to Leeds and DAZL. @leedscitycouncil.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

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Inspiring Positive Futures CIC @ipfutures.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

The young people from the #LS9Club working hard developing their skills for their #SocialAction projects. #Leeds #YouthSocialAction @dazldance.bsky.social @leedscitycouncil.bsky.social

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Inspiring Positive Futures CIC @ipfutures.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

@ipfutures.bsky.social & @dazldance.bsky.social are teaming up to deliver the new #LS9Club for children and young people in #Butmantofts #RichmonddHill #LS9 area. #SocialAction #Culture #Dance #Sport #CommunityConnection Please see flyer for details

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Inspiring Positive Futures CIC @ipfutures.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Find out about our #Selby discover me! Employment project for NEET young people? Find out our successes and plans to develop our work further. Our bespoke employability project is changing lives, raising aspirations and giving young people the skills to develop their pathways into employment.

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