diddi dance North Essex & South Suffolk

01/08/2023

Hi Everyone! I expect it looks like I have stopped diddi dance from the lack of posts on this page 😬🤭but far from it 🤩, I have most certainly not stopped!! I have been running sessions within many local nurseries, schools and SEN provisions plus I have been very very busy behind the scenes setting up a new business which I am now running along side diddi dance!

For my SEN families please check out SENtre Essex https://www.facebook.com/thesentre

Any diddi dance SEN sessions that I might run and many other new classes are now being promoted via SENtre. I will share them on here too.

I am proud to be working with SEND Sensation - Essex Short Breaks: Clubs & Activities with Shortbreaks for Disabled Children & Young People in Essex and very much look forward to welcoming new and past families to SENtre.

I have also been caring for a poorly family member and this continues, I do plan to re-open community classes in the future but it isn't possible at the moment. I am very lucky to receive daily requests for my classes so thank you for still asking. I will be back! Sometimes things have to pause, including social media, so thank you for sticking with me.

Love to you all and I hope to see you again very soon.
Charlotte xx
07722 605395

29/08/2022

September DISCO theme is now live to book! 2 Week paid trial available. 07722 605 395 Charlotte

07/08/2022

Our SEND sessions start this week! I have a few spaces for Tuesday 9th August and the rest of August and would love to meet you. You can book more than one session but you do need to have an Essex postcode in order to obtain a Shortbreaks passport number as these sessions are supported by ECC.

These are especially well suited to children who attend our local SEN schools. Small class sizes with thanks to our funding from Shortbreaks for Disabled Children & Young People in Essex 🥰

Charlotte x

See posters, get in touch to register and I can answer any questions you may have. Parent/Carer stay.

29/07/2022

**AUGUST SPECIAL NEEDS SESSIONS ARE OPEN**

I am delighted to let you know that my Summer SEND sessions are back! For children with additional needs and disabilities supported by Shortbreaks for Disabled Children & Young People in Essex

Did you know that diddi dance North Essex & South Suffolk also run classes just for children with additional needs and disabilities throughout the entire year! Working in partnership with Shortbreaks for Disabled Children & Young People in Essex we are so excited to welcome the children back this summer! Get booking....I will need the child/young persons Shortbreaks passport number to attend as these places are part funded. If you don't know what this is, ask and I will sign post you. Thank you!

** SEND Afterschool Club in Colchester - Bookings now open. I have a few spaces at our regular club which will be back in September after the Summer break. Junior Wheelchair is new! We run in Colchester on a Tuesday afterschool.

I am a SEN mum myself to my son Charlie and would love to welcome you to one of our classes. We are all very welcoming and want to meet you!

How to Book:
Send me a message please. I will register you, advise on the most suitable session, discuss your needs and make sure that you have an Essex Shortbreaks Passport number. 07722 605 395. I use WhatsApp so please feel free to use that. If I don't get back to you straight away, I will, as soon as I can.

See posters for dates and times. Space is going already with my regulars so do get in touch!

*Note* that our Junior Wheelchair is a NEW class - I really want to get this going, we need 5 more children to make it work. Could this be your child? They can be assisted or self propelled, it doesn't matter - see poster for more info.

Charlotte x
[email protected]
07722 605 395

25/06/2022

Hello! I am here, not on social media as much as I should 🤪 as so busy with sessions 🥰! Nurseries, schools, SEN Adults (new offering), SEN Shortbreaks classes, Candles Support Group and so much more in the pipeline. I feel we are back now to planning full steam and looking to add more community classes in September, as I know you all want other days in Colchester.

I still have a few spaces left in classes for the next couple of weeks. You can book here www.diddidance.com, if you pop in your location, it will show you what is available. I don't offer free tasters so I suggest if you are looking then booking into the last few of a block is a great way to try out.

Our theme is Flamenco and the children are doing so well with the moves, great to see and the grown-ups love it too!

Charlotte xx
07722 605 395

20/05/2022

Do you love to turn the music up and dance at home?
At diddi dance we believe that keeping physically active and moving to music allows you to express yourself and the endorphins it releases create positive emotions and feelings which promote emotional and mental health in all ages 🕺💃

21/04/2022

We certainly are! ♥

Brilliant first week back, only a couple of spaces left now so do book your little one a place.
Charlotte x

11/04/2022

I am enjoying a little rest this week!

Thanks to all my customers for re-booking! Not many spaces left in class for new diddi dancers so if you would like to book you can check space here....www.diddidance.com search by location!

If you are not sure what diddi dance is about check some reviews left by parents to get a feel for my sessions. Would love to welcome you.

Charlotte x
07722 605 395

01/04/2022

Booking is now OPEN for current dancers for our next half term of classes!

Guess what our theme is.......

Oh yes....Country! 🥰 Yee Hah!

Check your emails, junk file too. Deadline is Wednesday 6th at 10pm. Then spaces will open to those waiting and new diddi dancers.

We have had a blast these last few weeks. The bonds made between the children, getting to trust me and grow in confidence is just wonderful to see and be part of. We just have the best time!

Contact me on 07722 605 395 if you have any problems and book here if you are new! www.diddidance.com

30/03/2022

Has anyone see this? Worth a watch! Just brilliant....maybe we should try it in class....🤣😆😅

30/03/2022

We love jumping in muddy puddles!

This is so true. At 2-3yrs Pretend play is becoming popular 🤩, fantasy play can be a great way to capture their imaginations and make activities more appealing 💗💙💚

Shall we pretend our hoop is a muddy puddle?💦

27/03/2022

From me to you 🥰 ###

22/03/2022

Hello! We are just loving the Irish theme dance theme this half term 🥰.

Only a few weeks left before Easter break, so if you are wanting to try us then book into the LAST 2 sessions and give it a go!

I have gradually been increasing places available and nearly back to our numbers before Covid and it feels just fantastic!

Wednesday 9.30am 2 spaces
Wednesday 10.30am 3 spaces
Thursday 9.30am FULL
Thursday 10.30 4 spaces

Book here please
https://booking.diddidance.com/Class/Find

If you have any questions just ask.

Charlotte x
07722 605 395 WhatsApp or Text

10/03/2022

Not sure what we were so happy about 😍 but what a lovely photo! Smiles all round in my sessions. 🥰. You can book a 2 week trial. Get in touch! Charlotte 07722 605 395.

Community Classes run in Colchester on Wednesday and Thursday mornings.

01/03/2022

Yummy! Chocolate and Banana for me 😍

14/02/2022

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07/02/2022

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It's Children's Mental Health Week 2022 and this year's theme is 'GROWING TOGETHER' Place2Be are encouraging children (and adults) to consider how they have grown, what they need to help them grow, and how they can help others grow too. To focus on the importance of looking after our emotional wellbeing from an early age 🥰

diddi dance believes that keeping physically active and moving to music allows you to express yourself and the endorphins it releases create positive emotions and feelings which promote emotional and mental health in all ages 💗💙💚

Join us to shine a light on the importance of children and young people's mental health. find out more at childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk

25/01/2022

I just love this age! 🥰

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We start teaching children to dance as soon as they are steady on their feet, which can be around 16 months and Dr Amanda Gummer advises that:⠀
“At this age, children are egocentric and don’t interact much with other children, preferring to play in parallel (next to each other, rather than together), so will need encouragement to share and play with others. Their focus is on themselves, so they don’t understand that other people see the world from different perspectives.” ⠀
We understand this and our classes are structured to include both independent movement and elements that encourage children to develop interaction with others . We always start our classes with a free element, so the diddis can explore the space and move freely around their space without instruction, together with elements that involve taking turns. 💚💗💙⠀
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Have you noticed your child playing in parallel with others?

10/01/2022

Love these! I know diddi Daisy is popular when I do use the diddi dolls in class!

Don't forget Thursday 10.30am class is the only one with a few spaces left so book now! www.diddidance.com

Charlotte x

09/01/2022

What happens at diddi dance?

If you have a toddler and are looking for a class then look no further! If you are worried about venturing out as you have never attended a class before, you are not alone! Due to the past few years most are in the exact same situation 🥰

Check out my reviews tab if you would like to see what other parents say and book via the website or add yourself onto a waiting list.

If classes are FULL with waiting lists then that says it all, doesn't it?

Charlotte x

08/01/2022

Good Morning!

Party day 🥳for Eva later! My first Birthday party for over 2 years 😱. Lets do this! I cannot wait to dance and have fun with you and your friends. If you come to classes and would like to know more about my parties just ask.

Charlotte xx

07/01/2022

Thank you for viewing my page! I have been incredibly busy this last week with so many enquiries. I am working on getting additional days added so more of you can come along!

If you don't know me already my name is Charlotte and I run the most amazing toddler classes for boys & girls in your local area. I am passionate about getting your toddler moving and feeling comfortable around other people after the past few years!

We run in fab venues use our own funky music (refreshingly unique!), fun props, hidden learning using the EYFS criteria and all choreographed by a professional dancer suitable for toddlers.

I have won loads of awards over the past 7 years, which I am very proud of.

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🤩Check out my ONLY class with space Thursday 10.30am in Colchester. BOOK directly via the link. 🤩
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Spread the word with friends and family that this is the class to be at! 😍

Funky pre school dance for boys & girls from 16mths! Sessions last 45min.

Charlotte 07722 605 395 [email protected]

https://booking.diddidance.com/Class/Details/21551

07/01/2022

Ah... so much love for when we used to be able to run in care homes pre-Covid. I do hope that one day, whenever that might be, that we can go back and help support the residents. The joy that the children bring is priceless. Here we have some super Charleston moves going on!

06/01/2022

Morning! Just looking back at some photos, 7 years I have been running diddi dance and I never ever get tired of meeting all the children and dancing to our fabulous music!

Knowing that the children who I first danced with are now 9 years old 😮does make me feel old though....🤣.

What a privilege and certainly meeting the 3rd sibling in some families is just wonderful!

Charlotte x

05/01/2022

Calling all NURSERY/PRESCHOOL, EYFS settings!!!

I am excited to offer a FREE taster of our fantastic diddi dance session this Winter!! Grab one of my slots for your taster of diddi dance.

Perhaps you have a SEN requirement, I am your lady! Monthly, fortnightly or weekly sessions are available to work with YOUR setting, YOUR children & YOUR budget!

Please comment or tag your diddi dancers nursery/school below ⬇️, DM me 😃 or 📧 [email protected] if you are interested.

We work with your setting to help get little ones moving, tailoring sessions to your individual needs and compliment the EYFS perfectly.

Charlotte
07722 605395

04/01/2022

Eek Classes are BACK for 2022 tomorrow! Currently Colchester is open with plans for 2022 in the making for other locations. I am still running my SEN sessions afterschool and during the holidays for Under 18's.
Charlotte x

04/01/2022

Our dance theme this Jan/Feb is Hip Hop!

Classes are back tomorrow 5th January.

Such a fun dance style to try, seeing the toddlers trying simple moves is brilliant! We have fun in class, it is that simple.

Not booked yet? Check out www.diddidance.com for spaces.
Charlotte x
07722 605 395

03/01/2022

Hello & Happy New Year! I am soooo ready to get back diddi dancing, are you?

Not booked in yet? Then you need to be 💥FAST💥 as this is the only class I have space for and those are going!!😍😱

Thursday 10.30am NEW Class with me, Charlotte, in Stanway Colchester. I opened this TODAY so currently we have room for you.

Tell friends! If you have been in the past or are current dancers please do comment about what you love or loved about diddi dance so that new parents can see why they should give us a go! Thank you. 🥰

Get in for our Hip Hop theme....love this one but I say that for each dance theme as they are ALL just brilliant fun!

Ask any of my diddi mums and dads, you get a mini work out when you come so just sign up, you will have fun and we need that don't we.

Any questions just WhatsApp me 07722 605 395.
Love Charlotte x

https://booking.diddidance.com/Class/Details/21551

17/12/2021

Hello, thank you to those viewing my page 🥰. I haven't posted much because I have been so very busy dancing this half term! I work with many Nursery's and Pre Schools, schools and SEN schools so I have been a busy bee getting diddi dance back into the community. We had a wonderful time and finished with a super Christmas party yesterday!

I am now going over emails and catching up with those who would like to book for January classes. I will get to you I promise, I am juggling so much at the moment but I will get to the end of my to do list.....😁😍

If you are looking and wondering if diddi dance is for you and your little one, just read the reviews from other parents. I know we are 5* but often it helps if you hear it from other people!

Have a lovely day. Our dance theme in January is Hip Hop. I love this theme, it is such a fun dance for us to try.
Charlotte xx

14/11/2021

Book here for our Christmas Party! Under 5s, 1 hour dancing fun to Christmas songs, present and cake afterwards. With me, Charlotte.

I cannot wait for this event!

Book using this link: https://booking.diddidance.com/Class/Details/21393

Any questions text me 07722 605 395.
Charlotte x