📍 Event Details

Date: Sunday 22nd March 2026

Venue: YMCA Lytham St Annes

Mythop Road,

Lytham St Annes,

Lancashire, FY8 4HB

Event Duration: Full Day Event (by sections)

⏰ Arrival Times (IMPORTANT)

As there is no detailed running order, we must follow the guidance provided:

Street Dance dancers: Please arrive at 9:00am (doors open)

Cheer dancers: Please arrive at 12:00pm

⚠️ Please note:

The event runs all day and times are approximate. Sections may run earlier or later, so dancers must be available for their full time block and arrive early for this reason.

🕒 Estimated Schedule (Subject to Change)

9:00am – Doors Open

9:30am – Competition Starts

9:30am–12:00pm – Street Dance

12:00pm–1:00pm – Latin

1:00pm–4:00pm – Cheer

These times are estimates only and may change on the day.

🎟️ Wristbands (IMPORTANT)

Please collect your wristbands from Base Dance Front Desk when you attend the studio this week, before Saturday at 12:00pm.

You will not be able to enter the venue without a wristband

If you forget them, you may need to purchase another on the day and seek a refund from the organiser directly

BDPA staff cannot resolve this on the day

👉 Please put wristbands on before leaving the house for peace of mind.

👕 Hair & Dress Code

Street Dance:

Hair: Off the face / ponytail

Outfit: Own choice of street dance wear

No jewellery

Cheer:

Uniform: Cheer uniform OR season T-shirt with black leggings/shorts

Footwear: White trainers or cheer shoes

Hair: High ponytail

Accessories: Poms & bow required

No jewellery

🧥 Studio Expectations

All dancers must wear their Base Dance hoodie and T-shirt when not performing

No visible underwear (including bra/crop top straps)

Event merchandise should not be worn in regular classes if purchased at the event

🥪 Food & Drinks

I have not received confirmation regarding food and refreshments at the venue.

👉 Please:

Bring a packed lunch

Bring a water bottle

Ensure all rubbish is cleared and the area is left tidy

📍 On Arrival

When you arrive, please go straight into the venue and meet me at our designated seating area.

📱 Event Day Communication – BAND App

For this event, I have set up a BAND group for communication on the day.

This is optional and simply provides a quick way to communicate if needed (e.g. emergency, late arrival, lost dancer, illness).

A chat room will open on Saturday

The group will be deleted after the event

You can leave at any time

👉 Please join here:

https://band.us/n/a1adb8vcR80dG

The group will only be used for important, time-sensitive updates.

📸 Event Rules (Dance Blast)

Photography/video may be restricted – please follow instructions on the day

No new entries allowed on the day

If a routine is interrupted (e.g. music issue/injury), it will be re-danced

First aid will be available on site

⚠️ Important Reminder

Because there is no confirmed running order, dancers must:

Arrive on time

Be prepared to stay for their full section

Be ready to perform at any point within their time block

If you have any questions at all, please feel free to message.

Let’s go and have an amazing day, good luck to all our dancers! 🌟

Claire 💜

Children's events operate under a BOPA (Body of Persons Approval) issued by the local authority where the event takes place.

Under these guidelines, all children up to school Year 11 must be accompanied by a parent or carer at all times throughout the event.

Please note: Our teachers are present to guide dancers, support during performances. They are not responsible for supervising children throughout the day, there is no handover of children to teachers at the event.

There is a small amount of flexibility for older students; however, for younger children, it is essential that they remain under the supervision of a parent or responsible adult at all times.

📸 Photography & Filming Guidance:

Parents/carers may take photos and videos of their own child only.

Please do not photograph, film, or post images/videos of other children on social media without permission.

Thank you for your support in keeping all dancers safe and protected 💜

🎟️ Wristbands (IMPORTANT)

Please collect your wristbands Base Dance Front Desk when you attend the studio this week, before Saturday at 12:00pm.

You will not be able to enter the venue without a wristband

If you forget them, you may need to purchase another on the day and seek a refund from the organiser directly

BDPA staff cannot resolve this on the day

👉 Please put wristbands on before leaving the house for peace of mind.. 

 We cannot be responsible for reminding you or checking if you have collected them, so please ensure this is done before 12pm Saturday.

Please note that we do not know whether the event will sell out. If you bring additional people with you on the day who have not pre-purchased wristbands, there is a risk that entry wristbands may no longer be available on the door. This would be at your own discretion.

Wristbands purchased on the door can be charged at a higher rate.

Children under 3 are counted for room capacity purposes only and will not receive a physical wristband.

⏰ Arrival Times (IMPORTANT)

As there is no detailed running order, we must follow the guidance provided:

Street Dance dancers: Please arrive at 9:00am (doors open)

Cheer dancers: Please arrive at 12:00pm

⚠️ Please note:

The event runs all day and times are approximate. Sections may run earlier or later, so dancers must be available for their full time block and arrive early for this reason.

🕒 Estimated Schedule (Subject to Change)

9:00am – Doors Open

9:30am – Competition Starts

9:30am–12:00pm – Street Dance

12:00pm–1:00pm – Latin

1:00pm–4:00pm – Cheer

These times are estimates only and may change on the day.

⚠️ Please note:

The event may run up to 45 mins ahead of schedule. We strongly recommend arriving at least 1 hour before your scheduled performance time.

If you arrive late and miss your section, unfortunately we cannot reinstate the performance.

Parking Charges:  to pay for parking parkopedia is used 

🚗 Parking

St Annes YMCA Car Park: 100 St Albans Road, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1XD. Sat-Sun 08:00-16:00. 

Nearby Alternatives

If the YMCA car park is full, these options are within walking distance:

St Annes-on-the-Sea Station: ~2 min walk, 22 spaces.

St George's Road: ~16 min walk, 250 spaces.

St Annes Square: ~17 min walk, 34 spaces.

North Promenade: ~27 min walk, 195 spaces (approx. £1.00 - £3.50, charges apply 9am-6pm).

🏆 Leaving the Event

Once your child has completed all of their sections and received their awards (or been knocked out of rounds where applicable), you are welcome to leave.

📱 Event Day Communication – BAND App

For this event, I have set up a BAND group for communication on the day.

This is optional and simply provides a quick way to communicate if needed (e.g. emergency, late arrival, lost dancer, illness).

A chat room will open on Saturday

The group will be deleted after the event

You can leave at any time

👉 Please join here:

https://band.us/n/a1adb8vcR80dG

The group will only be used for important, time-sensitive updates.

👕 Hair & Dress Code

Street Dance:

Hair: Off the face / ponytail

Outfit: Own choice of street dance wear

No jewellery

Cheer:

Uniform: Cheer uniform OR season T-shirt with black leggings/shorts

Footwear: White trainers or cheer shoes

Hair: High ponytail

Accessories: Poms & bow required

No jewellery

🧥 Studio Expectations

All dancers must wear their Base Dance hoodie and T-shirt when not performing

Branded Studio Uniform: All students must wear the studio-branded uniform (at least a T-shirt & hoodie) for classes and events, excluding performances. Visible underwear is not permitted, and merchandise items purchased at the event should not be worn to studio classes.

🥪 Food & Drinks

I have not received confirmation regarding food and refreshments at the venue.

👉 Please:

Bring a packed lunch

Bring a water bottle

Ensure all rubbish is cleared and the area is left tidy

Please avoid sending foods or drinks that may stain costumes, such as chocolate, strawberries, jam, fruit juices or fizzy drinks (e.g. Coca-Cola). You get the idea 😊

📍 On Arrival

When you arrive, please go straight into the venue and meet me at our designated seating area.

🕒 Estimated Schedule (Subject to Change)

9:00am – Doors Open

9:30am – Competition Starts

9:30am–12:00pm – Street Dance

12:00pm–1:00pm – Latin

1:00pm–4:00pm – Cheer

These times are estimates only and may change on the day.