BALPA Individual Lessons
The Inspire Arts Trust
A summary
Based in Thornbury, Bristol and run by The Inspire Arts Trust, Bristol Academy of Live Performing Arts (BALPA) opened its doors in September 2011 and offers high quality arts training to those aged 1.5 – 18 years. We have also branched out into adult dance and fitness classes too.
All courses are based at the premier arts facility Caedmon Complex on Bristol Road, which includes dance studio, performance venue, soundproof training rooms, recording studios and more! There is plenty of free parking on-site too.
All courses and lessons are taught by experienced and enthusiastic tutors. All tutors are DBS checked, trained in safeguarding and have a heart to see people excel in the performing arts.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FOR EVERY YOUNG PERSON!
We do 2 shows a year (Christmas and summer) plus a BALPA Extravaganza in May
Also performance opportunities at events such as Thornbury Christmas lights switch on, school fayres, care homes and more!
We believe performing is a great way for children to gain confidence, so here at BALPA every young person gets an opportunity to perform.
MAKING BALPA ACCESSIBLE
Here at BALPA we want to ensure our lessons and classes are as accessible as possible for everyone. The building we use is fully accessible (most lessons take place on the ground floor but we do have a lift). Our tutors have all undergone Autism Awareness Training and two of our lead staff have undertaken Disability Awareness Training courses as well. When we see on a booking form there is an additional need we always contact the participant/parent to see how we can best assist the persons affected.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Here at BALPA we never want finance to be a barrier to anyone attending our classes/lessons and therefore we run a BALPA bursary scheme. You can apply for help towards the cost of your child’s classes/lessons if needed.
For more detailed information on any of our classes visit www.inspiretrust.org.uk.
Tickets
Individual Vocals 30min
£0For those on benefit-related school meals or needing assistance with costs. Aged 5 - 18.
Individual Dance
£0For those on benefit-related school meals or needing assistance with costs. Aged 5 - 18.
Individual Guitar
£0Individual Musical Theat
£0Individual Keyboard
£0Individual Vocals 30min
£0For those on benefit-related school meals or needing assistance with costs. Aged 5 - 18.
Individual Dance
£0For those on benefit-related school meals or needing assistance with costs. Aged 5 - 18.
Individual Guitar
£0Individual Musical Theat
£0Individual Keyboard
£0LESSONS & TIMINGS
Individual or small group tuition is available in the following art forms:
Vocals*
Dance
Keyboards*
Guitar
Musical Theatre
Lessons are available at the following times (please note not all lessons are available at all times and are subject to availability):
Mondays 3.30 - 8pm
Wednesdays 3.30 - 8pm
Thursdays 3.30 - 8pm
Fridays 3.30 - 6pm
Saturdays 10am - 12pm
Trinity Rock and Pop Exams may be available in these artforms.
SEND accessibility checklist
1:1 care
2:1 care
Qualified to administer medication
Epilepsy trained
Secure environment
Accessible toilet
Assist with personal care and toileting
Hoist and changing bench
Wheelchair accessible site
Autism awareness trained
Sensory or quiet spaces
Makaton trained
PECS trained
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About your mentor
The Inspire Arts Trust
The Inspire Arts Trust
The Inspire Arts Trust is a charity with the aim of developing people (primarily young people) through music, dance and the creative arts; and inspiring them to realise their potential, be creative and live their dream. Inspire has a lot to offer including our performing arts academy BALPA (Bristol Academy of Live Performing Arts) which opens its doors to around 200 young people each week. We now run fitness classes, adult dance classes and classes for the older generation as well. Throughout the years we have worked with schools, young offenders institutes, specialist organisations, prisons and many other organisations both in South Gloucestershire and beyond.
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Safety
Enhanced DBS
Basic DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
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Cancellation policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.
My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.
