Youth Programmes | Soul Collective CIC
Inclusive Youth Dance & Creative Development Programmes in Kent & London
Soul Collective CIC delivers structured youth dance programmes across Kent, Medway and London, designed to empower young people through street dance, cultural expression and creative development.
Our youth programmes focus on confidence building, physical wellbeing, teamwork and creative leadership, using hip hop and urban dance culture as a positive engagement tool.
We work with young people aged 7–18 in schools, community venues and targeted outreach settings.
Our Youth Programme Approach
Our sessions are built around four core pillars:
1. Skill Development
Young people develop techniques in street dance styles, including:
Hip Hop
Popping
Locking
House
Afro-dances
Freestyle & performance skills
We focus on progression, discipline and creativity.
2. Confidence & Personal Growth
Dance is used as a vehicle to develop:
Self-confidence
Resilience
Leadership skills
Communication
Teamwork
Young people are encouraged to express themselves safely and positively.
3. Cultural Education
We educate young people on the history and foundations of hip hop culture, ensuring respect for its origins and global influence.
Our youth programmes promote:
Cultural awareness
Heritage appreciation
Positive identity development
4. Pathways & Aspiration
Through exposure to professional coaches and performance opportunities, young people gain insight into:
Creative industry careers
Dance training pathways
Performance opportunities
Further education in the arts
We aim to raise aspiration and widen opportunity.
Who We Work With
Our youth programmes support:
Primary school pupils
Secondary school students
Young people in high-FSM communities
Youth clubs & community groups
Holiday provision programmes
Targeted engagement groups
We design inclusive sessions that are accessible for all abilities.
Programme Formats
We offer:
Weekly youth dance classes
After-school clubs
Holiday programmes
Short-term residencies
Showcase & performance projects
Targeted intervention programmes
All sessions are delivered by experienced, DBS-checked dance practitioners.
Areas We Serve
Soul Collective CIC delivers youth dance programmes in:
Medway
Gillingham
Chatham
Rochester
Kent
South East London
Explore Our Youth Programme Areas
To learn more about our specialist delivery areas, visit:
Creative Health Workshops
International Street Dance Workshops
Our Work in Schools