Sports & Fitness Workshops

Children love to show off, and if there’s one style of dance that is getting the younger generation off the sofa and into the street (or dance studio), it’s street dance. Combining the fat-busting routine of an aerobic workout with some cool hip hop move, Street Fit® is a brand new addition to our dance fitness suite. What’s more, as the creators of Street Fit®, we can assure you that your class will be under expert tuition.

From 2,000 year old Chinese martial art to modern stress-buster, Tai Chi (or Taiji), is a combination of graceful, dance-like movements, providing an excellent alternative to high-impact exercise. As well as being fun and good for overall health, Tai Chi provides a fascinating look into the beliefs and customs of another culture. The word itself translates as ‘great pole’, and is said to be the origin of the yin and yang energies.

If you’re looking for a novel way to mark the Chinese New Year, or just want an alternative to PE classes, look no further than 2020 Effects Tai Chi Workshops.

Remember that Chinese New Year starts in January and we can adapt our workshops to fit in with any pre-planned projects.

If you feel your class or workplace needs an injection of energy, our Dance Aerobics Workshops for schools or corporations may be just what you’re looking for. Suitable for all ages except the very young, this workshop has numerous benefits from promoting weight loss; reducing blood sugar and cholesterol levels; strengthening bones; toning muscles and improving the efficiency of the heart, lungs and circulation. For an introduction into an easy way to get stronger and fitter faster, Dance Aerobics is hard to beat.

What happens when a dance instructor forgets their workout music? Well, if he happens to be called Beto Perez, then he grabs a few tapes from his car and kick starts a global craze that now goes by the name of Zumba®.

Drawing on the same dance fitness concept that created Street Fit®, Zumba® Workshops blend aerobic fitness with dance moves from various Latin, African and Caribbean styles. From salsa, chachacha and merengue to cumbia, mambo and reggaeton, Zumba® provides an adaptable alternative to your usual PE lesson or gym session.

Led by registered Zumba® Instructors, our Zumba® Workshops are not only exhilarating, they point the way to one of the easiest ways to lose weight without even realising it.

If you believe, like Joseph Pilates did, that mind and body are interrelated, or you want to try a gentle form of body conditioning which is suitable for all ages, then ask us about our Pilates Workshops. Practised by millions worldwide, Pilates focuses on improving the breathing and strengthening the core muscles (mainly the abs, upper and lower back) to form a stable base for progressive strength and stamina-building.

Using specific exercises and specialised apparatus, Pilates is a fantastic method for improving balance, co-ordination, strength and muscle tone.

Other Fitness and Toning Workshops:

• Yoga Workshops

One of the most popular workshops for young people in the UK, our non-contact Brazilian Capoeira Workshop is ideal when you want to combine a PE alternative with an interactive approach to learning about different cultures. Originating in the 16^th Century, capoeira is a martial art, recognized by its rapid leg sweeps and intricate, acrobatic movements. It was developed by escapee African slaves as a way to evade recapture by Portuguese colonists.

Our capoeira masters will help participants explore the physical elements of this enjoyable art form, while introducing them to aspects of South American culture. Practised regularly, capoeira tones the muscles, increases fitness levels and benefits hand-eye co-ordination.

Allow your students or employees to let off steam in a safe, healthy way with our popular Boxercise® workshop. Our fully qualified and registered Boxercise® instructors will take participants through a full body workout. It’s not just punching either; there will be skipping, push-ups, sit-ups and circuit training. Suitable for any age, sex and level of ability, Boxercise® is always a big hit.

Please note: this is not a self-defence class

Martial arts teach more than just combat skills. Our safe and enjoyable martial arts workshops offer a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the Far East, while promoting the qualities of self-discipline, positive focus and confidence that underlie the impressive self-defence skills.

Our martial arts instructors will help participants to master key motor skills and to learn how to maintain attention and follow directions. We keep workshop sizes small to ensure everyone receives the support they need.

Other Combat Fitness Workshops:

• Karate Workshops
• Combat Workshops

For a fascinating insight into how an ancient dance tradition has become intertwined with popular culture to create exciting new art forms, look no further than our Bollywood Fitness Workshops. Join in the fun as young and old alike try to master the unmistakeable hand, neck and eye movements, while shifting their hips and shoulders to the rhythm.

Part aerobic workout, part dance class, our Bollywood Fitness Workshop is a popular alternative to PE and works on co-ordination, balance, strength and stamina at the same time. Culminating in a high-energy live show, participants will also get a chance to show off their performance skills.

The animated film Rio has been a big hit with children throughout the UK, with the spectacular sights and sounds of the Rio Carnival brought to life with HD TV technology and computer wizardry. Now you can enhance the experience by bringing the samba beat to your school.

Our professional samba dancers will enthral children and adults alike as they move their hips to the rhythm. Then it’s their time to shine. Not only will participants learn the footwork, arm movements and other components of the samba, they will also learn some fascinating facts about the history of the various sambas that make up this irresistible dance form.

Other Creative and Dance Fitness Workshops:

• Chinese Ribbon Dance Workshops
• Hip Hop Dance Workshops
• Zumba Dance Workshops
• Cheerleading Workshops

With the Olympic countdown well and truly underway, 2020 Effect are committed to working with schools to promote a healthy, active future for every child in the UK. With an army of experienced coaches and a flexible booking system, we are confident we can meet your coaching needs.

Of course some people seem to be natural sports stars, while others need a little more help. Everyone can improve to some degree. That’s what our Team Sports Coaches are here for.

We specialise in turning individuals into team players, an invaluable asset to any pitch, court, field or circuit. We focus on developing key skills and attributes such as communication, strategic thinking, commitment and sportsmanship – all equally applicable whether you’re talking about football, cricket, basketball or netball.

Our experienced, fully qualified and CRB checked coaches will ensure every child feels included, and maintains a love of sport that will keep them fit and healthy.

Note: If your chosen sport is not on the list below, please contact us anyway. We may still be able to accommodate you.

Football

The Premiership is a source of national pride and whether you are mad about Manchester United, in love with Liverpool or like to cheer on Chelsea, there’s nothing quite like the sound of a ball rasping into the top corner of a goal. Our UEFA registered, CRB checked coaches are on hand to help brush up those silky soccer skills and can be booked by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.

Rugby

If you prefer the rough and tumble of rugby, we offer coaching in both the Union and League varieties. We also offer mini rugby and touch rugby, ideal for those who want to minimize the contact while introducing younger players to the game. Our fully qualified, CRB checked coaches can be booked by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.

Cricket

To many British people summer means the sound of leather on willow. Cricket is a national obsession and with specialised versions like Twenty20 (played with one innings of twenty overs each) and Kwik Cricket (a faster children’s version with a plastic bat and ball) now available, perhaps its time for some extra practice. Our qualified CRB checked coaches can help participants brush up on their bowling and batting skills while giving tips on strategy.  They are available for booking by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.

Rounders

America has baseball; the UK has rounders. This school staple has been with us since Tudor times, but it can be frustrating for those children lacking in the necessary co-ordination. Our fully qualified, CRB checked coaches can help hone those batting skills and make your club or school the envy of the local league. They are available for booking by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.

Netball

Poise, accuracy, agility, communication, positioning – all of these skills and more are fundamental to the game of netball. Our qualified, CRB checked coaches will help children of all ages, boys as well as girls, to master the techniques needed to perform at a high level. They are available for booking by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.

Basketball

Famous for its fast and frenetic pace and high scores, basketball is growing in popularity here in the UK. Our qualified, CRB checked coaches will impart tips on improving technique and increasing stamina, enabling players to play better for longer. They are available for booking by the hour, day or on a full or short-term contract.