Dance Performance Stage

Our first host for the afternoon the fabulous Mariana Trench has been performing since 2018, when they took off like a rocket!

This stunning queen who has musical theatre running through her veins, is a regular of the Bristol scene and is a talented singer, comedian, and seamstress.

Having recently returned from the Austin International Drag Festival where she was a featured artist, Mariana can’t wait to grace the stage in her hometown.

AE Dance + Fitness has one goal – to make good people feel great so they can do AMAZING things! We run uplifting and inclusive dance classes across for Bristol for adults and children (we even have sessions for babies and new parents!). And whether you’re getting back into Tap after a couple of years (/decades?!?!) out of the game, or you’ve just turned 4 and are trying a dance class for the first time, we want everyone to leave our classes with a spring in their step and a smile on their face. Plus maybe a new move or two…

From Commercial Latin to Ballet Barre Fit, and from Lyrical Contemporary to Jazz, there’s loads for you to try! Head to our website www.aedancefitness.com for more info.

Website link: https://www.aedancefitness.com

One other social media link (optional):

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AE.Dance.Fitness/

African dance group Mundi Dance was established in 2010 by Louis-Roger Eboa and students at the Bristol Dance Centre in Jacob Wells Road Bristol. Born in Douala, Cameroon, West Africa, Louis-Roger is an African contemporary dancer, performer and teacher. He started dancing at the age of fifteen, and has continued both in public performances in Africa and in Europe. He is experienced in teaching both in schools and in higher-education institutions. Moreover he works in a number of social institutions in training adults in dance and movement.He now ranks among the leading African dancers in the South-west of England.

Classes run Mondays 7:30 at the Station, Thursday at Southbank Centre (with live drums) 6:45-7:45pm.

Website link: African Dance Bristol  | Mundi Dance

One other social media link (optional):  Facebook group: Mundi Dance | Facebook

Part of the World Irish Dance Association and established 13 years ago by Katie MacVean. Katie started dancing when she was four and enjoyed a successful dance career including winning the European Championships in 2002. Sharing her passion for this amazing dance form by teaching others on retiring from competition.

Luak Fire Tribe work together to create traditional native stories using imaginative visual displays across an entire range of circus skills including UV, hoops, fire, poi and more.

Kerry from the tribe will be at pride this year ready to entertain the dance and performance stage audience with colourful smoke tricks. Will Kerry use every colour of the rainbow? Come and be inspired.

@LuakFireTribe

A fun, friendly community dance group that are based at the gatehouse centre in Withywood. They run classes for all ages & abilities and everyone is welcome. Everyone is encouraged to be who they want to be building confidence & sass! 

Bristol’s most vibrant dance academy boasts fun, friendly and creative classes for ages 3 and up, teens and adults from beginners, advanced and fitness sessions too.  Enjoy professionally led routines working towards performing regularly or simply to enjoy a safe learning environment. 

Central Bristol dance studio offering competitive and recreational dance in syllabus and holistic technical training. They welcome dancers of all ages and abilities, whether you’re entering your first class or looking to take your talent to a competitive level, they’re the studio for you. With a brand new purpose built dance facility in the heart of the city including our own changing room and waiting area, there studio is perfect for dancers to train and parents to relax and they can’t wait to welcome you.

Website link: www.RLDC-dance.com

One other social media link (optional): @rldcdance

Running weekly dance and Taichi classes using their studios located in North Bristol. They enjoy

learning a wide range of styles of dances. Presenting traditional Chinese folk dance their slogan is “life is better when you dance”. If you are interested in joining email sgca.info@gmail.com

Website link: sgca.info

Way hotter than your typical fitness class and way more intense than your typical dance class,

Tribu13’s 13 RITMOS is just something in between. A fun, sassy, high intensity dance-fitness

class which brings you tracks from all over the world, with a special focus on Latin and Caribbean rhythms.

We are all for inclusivity, body positivity, and a whole lot of sass, encouraging freestyle and free expression. Lots of social events, nights out, dance marathons,etc Opportunities to perform in festivals, showcases, events, etc.

Website link: https://tribu13.glideapp.io/

Since 2016 they have spread the Bollywood charm in Bristol, boasting classes across the city and also captivating audiences with newly formed London sessions too.

BollyRed has recently expanded to teach Salsa and Bachata Ladies Styling and this group are super excited to be performing on the Bristol Pride Dance Stage once again.

Frampton Cotterell and Winterbourne based dance school Valarie’s Dance Studio aim to provide children and adults with access to as many styles of dance as possible. They train contemporary, commercial, lyrical and street dance.

Knowledge and creativity should not be limited and there you can try a range of different subjects in a fun and supportive environment. They also offer classes for exam and performance groups too.

Our second host for the day the incredible Don One will be high tailing over from the Cabaret Stage to host our Dance Stage. A king that has smashed their way through the sequinned ceiling they’ll keep us running on time and entertained should anything go wrong backstage!

Carnival Fitness is a body-weighted dance fitness class incorporating basic dance steps and inspired by the magic and energy of a Caribbean Carnival. Classes are like playing mas, waving your colourful rags and flags, jumping and whining (rhythmic moving of the waistline) to the best Caribbean music! We create a safe and inclusive environment promoting fitness, health and wellbeing, cultural awareness and community cohesion. Join them and enjoy a carnival every week!

Instagram @carnivalfitnessofficial @piloxercise

Facebook Carnival Fitness 

L.A Dance is an introduction to street dance giving children of a variety of ages an enjoyable fun foundation in this dance style, incorporating wacking, house, hip hop, litefeet, urban, popping, locking and commercial.

We’re back and so are they. With new performances boasting everything ranging from butch to camp, pretty to dark, pop to rock and plenty more! Come and enjoy their special performances showcasing dynamic entertainment, hyperactive dancers and a few surprises… they know how to party!

Funk Supreme run community dance classes for adults, focusing on the social elements of street dance dance styles. The key is to interact, have fun, find your funk and follow your destiny!

A combination of street dance styles such as Funk socials, locking, hip hop socials and House dance.

Website link: www.funk-supreme.co.uk

Bristol’s largest provider of college and university level training in Dance, Musical Theatre, Acting and Production Arts. BIPA has a local and regional reputation for outstanding productions, intensive practical programmes and industry focused student outcomes. Part of the SGS College group, Bristol Pride’s Community Partner.