Danceathon for SWEDA

What is a Danceathon?

Dance like no-one’s watching with a 10hr Danceathon at The Assembly Rooms at Frome Memorial Theatre, raising vital funds for local mental health charity SWEDA.

Whether you’re a Strictly afficianado or don’t know your Charleston from your Cha-cha, all ages and abilities are welcome.

Danceathon for SWEDA’ starts at midday and ends at 10pm, featuring everything from salsa to street dance, Bollywood to tango, as well as local groups like Mojo Moves, Frome FM DJ Jennifer Grooves, a Silent Disco and even accessible seated classes.

Dancing connects us all and reminds us that our bodies are wonderful and unique. The Danceathon is not an endurance challenge - taking part and having fun for however long you feel comfortable is all that matters, with every penny raised making a huge difference.

So bring Frome together, get on the dance floor and have fun, raise funds and make a huge difference to the thousands of people SWEDA support.

Ticket Options

Sign up as a team and take on the full 10hr challenge, OR sign up for individual 1hr sessions

For the full challenge, you will need a team of at least four, able to tap in and out whenever teammates need a breather.

Fundraising

Participants are encouraged to set up a JustGiving page and fundraise for SWEDA.

All funds raised will go towards services for local people affected by eating disorders and body image concerns.

SWEDA will help you every step of the way to raise as much as you can.

We are hoping each participant can hit a fundraising target of £100 or more.

Who are SWEDA?

According to the latest statistics from Beat (in July 2026), an estimated 3.5million people in the UK are living with an eating disorder, with 1 in 20 children, young people and adults affected. SWEDA provides support to over 1,500 people each year across the South West.

At SWEDA we celebrate every body, listen to every story and support every step on the road to recovery.

Danceathon Running Order

MIDDAY

Mojo Moves with Cheryl Sprinkler - feel-good workout combining comedy with proper dance aerobics. But don’t let the daftness fool you! Cheryl takes your wellbeing seriously., helping you laugh yourself stronger, fitter, more confident and less anxious through music, movement and full-throttle silliness.

1PM

Bojangles dance - family freestyle/street dance. Come along and learn some moves that are guaranteed to impress when you hit the dance floor.

1.50PM

Clubbercise with Cathy - club anthems from 90s classics to the latest chart hits, with party lights and LED glow sticks. Routines are easy-to-follow with high and low impact options for all fitness levels.

2.40PM

Sam Grief's Seated Session (or standing if preferred!) Fun seated dancing with Sam for anyone who loves to dance but is more comfortable sitting down. Come get your groove on to a great mix of disco, 80s pop, motown and show tunes

3.30PM

Evergreen - fun and friendly session for all ages. Simple, low impact dance routines incorporating all sorts of different dance styles such as Salsa, Tango, Charleston, African, Contemporary, Bollywood and many more.

4.30PM

Vitality - afro/reggae/charleston or street dance. A fun, active themed dance party with a range of dance styles: to engage with

5.10PM

Hot Flush Disco - moves for all ages. An opportunity to let loose, go wild, shake your booty and enjoy yourself! Come and join the party, try it for yourself, you will not regret it!

6PM

Elite Ladies Dance - learn a dance routine! Elie Ladies Dance create a space where dancers of all levels feel good about themselves, ensuring each individual can progress at their own pace. From hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary, classes cater to all interests.

6.45PM

Salsa session from Uni of Bath Salsa Society - an introduction to the most popular social dance in the world! Experienced teachers will help you transform from having 2 left feet into a smooth Salsa dancer. More experienced dancers will be able to build on and show off your moves!

7.30PM

Lyndsey Nicole's Barre Fit ballet - Have you tried a Barre Fitness class? Never done Barre before but enjoy Pilates workouts? Join Lyndsey for a full body barre session to your favourite tunes! Fusing classical ballet moves with pilates combinations.

8PM

Silent Disco - 80's/90's/00's. 3 channels of music from Disco classics to Drum N Bass delivered via headphones. A classic silent disco perfect for an early evening party! A truly life affirming experience for all ages.

9PM

DJ Jennifer Grooves (Frome FM) - Join local DJ Jennifer Grooves as she celebrates the sound of Disco from around the globe. Her set features a joyful exploration of rare grooves that you have yet to discover but will love. The perfect way to end the Danceathon

10PM FINISH

Some acts subject to change.

Info: A feel-good workout combining comedy with proper dance aerobics. But don’t let the daftness fool you! Cheryl takes your wellbeing seriously., helping you laugh yourself stronger, fitter, more confident and less anxious through music, movement and full-throttle silliness.

Info: Bojangles dance - family freestyle/street dance. Come along and learn some moves that are guaranteed to impress when you hit the dance floor.

Info: Club anthems from 90s classics to the latest chart hits, with party lights and LED glow sticks! Routines are easy-to-follow with high and low impact options for all fitness levels.

Info: Sam Grief's Seated Session (or standing if preferred!) Gentle, fun and accessible session aimed at older adults but suitable for all

Info: Fun and friendly session for all ages. Simple, low-impact dance routines incorporating all sorts of different dance styles such as Salsa, Tango, Charleston, African, Contemporary, Bollywood and many more.

Info: Afro/reggae/charleston or street dance. A fun, active themed dance party with a range of dance styles: to engage with

Info: Dancefloor moves for all ages. An opportunity to let loose, go wild, shake your booty and enjoy yourself! Come and join the party, try it for yourself, you will not regret it!

Info: Learn a new dance routine! Elie Ladies Dance create a space where dancers of all levels feel good about themselves, ensuring each individual can progress at their own pace. From hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary, classes cater to all interests.

Info: Salsa session from Uni of Bath Salsa Society - an introduction to the most popular social dance in the world! Experienced teachers will help you transform from having 2 left feet into a smooth Salsa dancer. More experienced dancers will be able to build on and show off your moves!

Info: Have you tried a Barre Fitness class? Never done Barre before but enjoy Pilates workouts? Join Lyndsey for a 30min body barre session to your favourite tunes! Fusing classical ballet moves with pilates combinations.

Info: 80's/90's/00's. 3 channels of music from Disco classics to Drum N Bass delivered via headphones. A classic silent disco perfect for an early evening party! A truly life affirming experience for all ages.

Info: Join local DJ Jennifer Grooves as she celebrates the sound of Disco from around the globe. Her set features a joyful exploration of rare grooves that you have yet to discover but will love. The perfect way to end the Danceathon!

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Frome Memorial Theatre, Christchurch Street West, Frome, United Kingdom

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