The Motion Journal

Welcome to The Motion Journal, the official blog of Urban Motion® — where movement meets meaning. Here, we share powerful insights, real stories, and expert tips for parents, teachers, and young changemakers. Whether you’re looking to build your child’s confidence, plan the ultimate birthday party, or bring world-class workshops to your school, you’ll find everything you need to get inspired, get moving, and join the motion.

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5 Surprising Benefits of Dance for Your Child’s Development

Discover how dance improves your child’s confidence, focus, creativity, and emotional health. Explore 5 little-known benefits and why parents love Urban Motion classes.

💬 Need Help?

How can we help you?

🎨 Workshops

What activities do you offer?

We offer Hip Hop, Parkour, Skateboarding, and Graffiti. You can book a single activity or combine them for a full creative day!

How much for a workshop?

Workshops start at £120 per hour, plus travel and fuel. Get in touch for a custom quote based on your group size and location.

Can you do workshops over a block period of time?

Yes! We can tailor multi-week workshops for schools, groups, and councils. Discounts are available for block bookings.

Where do you travel?

We travel across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Travel costs may apply for longer journeys.

What’s the maximum number of young people?

There is no max! We adjust our coaching team based on your group size. From 5 to 500 — we’ve got you covered.

👟 Hip Hop Classes

How much are classes?

Our membership starts at £34/month. We also offer other membership tiers with added benefits.

Do you offer sibling discounts?

Yes — sibling discounts are automatically applied when you register multiple children on the same account.

Where are your classes?

We have classes across NI and ROI. Including Counties Fermanagh, Cavan, Tyrone and Derry

Do you offer pay-as-you-go?

No — but we offer a 2-session trial to help your child settle in before you commit.

Do I have to commit to the full year?

No commitment! You’re only charged monthly and can cancel or pause your subscription anytime.

What if I can’t afford monthly payments?

We understand some families may need support. Please get in touch and we’ll find a solution that works for you.

Do you offer competition teams?

Yes — our Champion Training Program is for dedicated students who want to enter competitions and build elite skills. Entry is by invite only.

Do you offer an end-of-year show?

We do something better! We run exciting in-house events, battles, and showcases throughout the year for parents to enjoy.

Do you teach routines?

Nope — we coach freestyle hip hop, helping every dancer find their unique style and grow in confidence.

Do you offer referral codes?

Yes! If a friend signs up using your referral code and stays for 2 months, you’ll get a full month free. Contact us to request your code.

🏫 After School Programs

What activities do you offer?

Hip Hop, Parkour, Skateboarding, and Graffiti. Most schools rotate activities each week to give children variety and excitement.

How much for an afterschool program?

Option 1: £100/hr charged to the school. Option 2: We can charge parents directly (£5–£7 per session) through our booking system.

Can you do after schools over a block period?

Yes — our afterschool programs usually run in 6–8 week blocks. We can also adapt to term-time, one-offs, or full-year bookings.

Where do you travel?

Anywhere in Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland. Travel charges may apply.

Do you work with SEND or disability schools?

Yes — we run a LIMITLESS program for SEND children and young people, designed to be fully inclusive and adaptive.

Do you work with secondary schools?

Yes — we adapt our delivery and coaching for all age groups, including KS3 and KS4 students.

What’s the maximum number of students?

No max! We adapt the number of coaches and the delivery style based on your needs.

Do you offer curriculum time programs?

Yes — we deliver Dance PE or creative workshops during school hours. These are often booked as part of curriculum enrichment weeks or for assessment support.

🏕 Camps

How much are camps?

Our 3-day camps are £45 per child. 1-day camps are £20 per child. Each day includes multiple activities, games, and lots of fun!

Do you offer sibling discounts?

Yes — sibling discounts are automatically applied during checkout when booking multiple children.

Where are your camps?

We host camps across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Check out upcoming locations at urbanmotiondance.com/kids-camps.

What activities do you offer?

Hip Hop, Parkour, Skateboarding, and Graffiti — plus 10+ seasonal and surprise activities like Tricking, Martial Arts, Spray Art, Games, and more!

🎉 Birthday Parties

What activities do you offer?

We offer Hip Hop, Parkour, Skateboarding, and Graffiti — fully tailored to your child’s interests. Choose one or mix them up for a fun-packed party.

How much for a party?

Parties start at £120/hour plus travel. You can add extras like party bags, bonus time, or additional coaches if needed.

Where do you travel?

We can run parties at your home, hired hall, community centre, or anywhere that suits you!

What’s the maximum number of young people?

We adapt our setup based on your group size. From 5 to 50+, we can make it work. Larger parties may include more coaches to ensure quality delivery.

What’s included in an Urban Motion Party?

All activities, games, a gift for the birthday child, setup and tidy-up, expert coaching, high energy vibes, and optional add-ons to upgrade your party experience.

📍 Where Are You Based?

Where is Urban Motion based?

We are based in Northern Ireland and County Cavan. We’re always expanding — new class locations launch regularly. Stay connected to be the first to know when we launch near you!

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The Motion Journal

5 Surprising Benefits of Dance for Your Child’s Development

Changing the world - one DANCE at a time

How can we help you?

🎨 Workshops

👟 Hip Hop Classes

🏫 After School Programs

🏕 Camps

🎉 Birthday Parties

📍 Where Are You Based?