Hello, I’m Julia 👋 Many of you will know me already — I’m usually the one behind the iPhone taking photos in class or keeping our WhatsApp groups busy. What you might not know is that I’ve stepped into a new role as part of the First Dance Studios teaching team, leading a brand-new lyrical dance class in Woking called Lyrical Tales.
For me, dance has always been about more than just steps. It’s about stories — the way music and movement can express things words often can’t. That’s where the idea for Lyrical Tales came from.
These adult lyrical dance classes bring together contemporary dance and lyrical movement, often inspired by a song or piece of music, with choreography that tells a story while leaving space for you to interpret it in your own way. The name ‘Tales’ reflects the idea that every dancer has their own voice. The steps may be the same, but how you move, feel, and express them is uniquely yours.
Each class runs for 2 hours and focuses on a complete piece of expressive choreography inspired by an emotional or narrative theme. There’s no floorwork, and the atmosphere is supportive and inclusive, making it perfect for all levels of adult dancers whether you’ve danced for years or are just rediscovering your love for it.
I ran my first Lyrical Tales class in the summer, and it was such a moving and inspiring afternoon that I knew I wanted to continue.
I’m really excited to share the next three dates with you:
📅 Saturday 4 October
📅 Saturday 1 November
📅 Saturday 6 December
🕐 1pm – 3pm
📍 Woking Sportsbox
🎶 October’s music: In the Stars by Benson Boone 🌙
Each date is a standalone class, so you can drop in for one or join them all. Think of it as a chance to dance your heart out and connect through storytelling in movement.
From January 2026, Lyrical Tales will continue monthly — but with a new focus. Together we’ll be creating a lyrical dance piece for the April 2026 Take the Stage show. It’s an exciting chance to work towards a performance while keeping the heart of Lyrical Tales: connection, expression, and telling stories through dance.
💜 Come and dance your heart out — every class tells a new story.
Book here