Open Practice is an hour for moving, for dancing and for doing your own thing in the company of others to an eclectic playlist of sounds changed daily.
It's a friendly and welcoming space where you can come and explore your own way of moving It's been going for over 6 years, and it has inspired Open Practice sessions in towns and cities across the UK and beyond.
It takes place every Mon - Fri, 9 - 10am upstairs at Wainsgate Chapel
Find out more about it here
You can also contact us at wainsgatedances@gmail.com if have specific questions.
Good to know
- The playlist starts at 9am and runs for 60 minutes (doors open at 8.50am).
- The suggested minimum donation is £3.50 or pay what you can
- No booking required, come as often or as little as you like.
- It’s ok to arrive late, or to leave early, but please do so with consideration for the other people in the space.
- Wear clothes you can move in
- Open Practice is a shoe*, chat and phone free space. The toilets downstairs double as changing rooms. *Indoor footwear is fine. Outdoor footwear to be left at the door.
- If you want to bring children under 16, get in touch via wainsgatedances@gmail.com
Suitability information for this activity:
- Family friendly
- Dementia friendly
- ASD and neurodivergent friendly
- LGBT+ Friendly

Cost
Suggested £3.50 or pay as you feel
Further cost information [URL: https://www.wainsgatedances.com/openpractice]Date
Tuesday 22nd December 2026 @ 9:00am
Occurs every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday @ 9:00am
2 hours duration
Venue
Wainsgate Chapel
Wainsgate Ln,
Hebden Bridge,
HX7 8SU
Venue access:
- Accessible toilet
- Accessible parking
- Dog friendly
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