Contemporary • Community • Craft

Movement that says more in one syllable.

We create living stories through dance - bold shows, open classes, and workshops for teams that want to move together better.

50+
Workshops delivered
1k+
Participants taught
5★
Average feedback
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Autumn Term — Open Classes

Beginner to advanced. Mondays & Thursdays, West London.

DayLevelTimeLocation
MonOpen Level18:30-19:45Ealing
ThuIntermediate19:00-20:30Acton

Want private coaching or a school workshop? See options below.

About 1Syllable

We’re a contemporary dance company dedicated to powerful, accessible performance. We fuse athletic technique with narrative clarity - so every audience member can feel the story.

Performance

Shows & commissions

Touring and commissioned work for theatres, festivals, and brand stages. Original choreography and collaborative projects.

Education

Open classes & schools

Weekly open classes, intensives, and bespoke school workshops aligned to KS3-5 dance curricula.

Corporate

Team workshops

Movement-based sessions for wellbeing, creativity, and team connection - perfect for offsites and culture days.

Classes & coaching

From first steps to stage-ready. Choose what fits.

Open class

Technique + phrasework, adaptable to all levels. Build strength, musicality and confidence.

  • 75 minutes
  • Warm-up, across-the-floor, combo
  • Drop-in or block bookings

Private coaching

Goal-specific sessions for auditions, competition pieces, or personal development.

  • 60 or 90 minutes
  • Solo or small group
  • Studio or on-site

School workshops

KS3-5 curriculum links, choreography tools, performance skills, and post-lesson resources.

  • 1-3 hours or full-day
  • Tailored to ability
  • Safeguarding-compliant

Pricing

OfferDetailsPrice
Drop-inSingle open class£12
5-class passValid 8 weeks£50
Private coaching60 minutes£45
School workshopFrom£120

Concessions available - get in touch.

Work & commissions

A taste of what we make. Ask about full reels and decks.

Modern myth

Duet exploring language, identity, and silence - crafted for intimate stages.

Tour-ready

Pulse/City

High-energy ensemble piece blending street-informed dynamics with contemporary lines.

Commission

Still Water

Site-specific choreography designed for galleries and atrium spaces.

Site-specific

Book a class or workshop

Instant confirmation for open classes. For workshops, we’ll reply within 24 hours.

Open class booking

You’ll receive a confirmation email. Pay on arrival by card.

Workshop enquiry

We don’t share your details. Static site friendly - opens your email app.
Tip: To accept payments on a static site, you gotta connect Stripe Checkout or use a Google Form + payment link or sumn like that. This template keeps it simple and email-based so it works on Cloudflare Pages without a backend.

FAQ

Do I need dance experience?+
No - our open classes adapt to all levels. Intermediate classes move faster and assume some technique.
What should I wear?+
Comfortable clothing you can move in. Trainers or barefoot. Bring water.
Do you offer school discounts?+
Yes, for state schools and bulk bookings. Email us for a quote.

Contact

Questions, collaboration, or press - we’d love to hear from you.

Email

onesyllable@outlook.com

Socials

Instagram, TikTok, YouTube - add links later.

Studios

South London - Side eye

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