FRIENDS OF

EN POINTE

At En Pointe, we believe dance should always have a place to thrive. By becoming a Friend of En Pointe, you’ll help us care for our beautiful studios, improve our facilities, and ensure every dancer continues to have their moment centre stage.

Your monthly contribution keeps the arts alive in York. Supporting not just our dancers, but the space and spirit that make En Pointe so special.

Together, we keep En Pointe dancing.

Friends of En Pointe

First Position
£250.00
Second Position
£300.00
Third Position
£450.00
Business
£450.00

What they’re saying

  • “Its a pleasure to give to such a fantastic dance school. What En Pointe offer is second to none.”

    Meg Backhouse

  • Being part of Friends of En Pointe feels like we’re giving something back to a place that gives our children so much. The studio is like a second hom. Full of joy, care, and creativity. Supporting it each year just feels right.

    Ben Higgins

  • En Pointe has helped me grow in confidence and given me so many memories. Knowing that families are helping to keep our studios and shows going makes me feel proud to dance here.

    Student, Age 16

  • Every contribution from our Friends makes a visible difference. Whether it’s new mirrors, improved sound, or just keeping the studios beautiful, it all helps us give our dancers the best environment to shine.

    Miss Rachel

  • En Pointe has always been about more than dance. It’s about giving every child a place to belong, to express themselves, and to grow. The support from our Friends helps us protect that space and keep the arts thriving in our community.

    Donya, Principal of En Pointe

What we do with your contribution

We care deeply about keeping our classes affordable for every family. As costs such as rent, utilities, and business rates continue to rise, we’re asking our community to stand with us. Your support ensures that En Pointe remains a space where dancers of all ages can learn, grow, and shine.

  • Your contribution helps us care for the heart of En Pointe, our dance studios.
    It supports the maintenance of clean, safe, and inspiring spaces where dancers can create, rehearse, and perform. It also allows us to replace and refresh essential studio equipment such as mirrors, barres, sound systems, and props, keeping everything in top condition for every class and rehearsal.

  • Your support helps us welcome every family with warmth and care.
    It enables us to keep a dedicated reception space open for our community, offering friendly assistance to anyone who needs help, information, or reassurance during their time with us. It also contributes to the cost of a regular cleaner who ensures our studios and communal spaces are spotless and ready to inspire.

    We’re proud to provide Wi-Fi for families, so parents and dancers can stay connected while they wait. Every small detail helps create an environment that feels inviting, professional, and part of something special.

  • Your contribution helps us nurture every dancer as an individual.
    It allows us to offer one-to-one feedback and guidance, either in person or by email, so every student feels supported in their progress. It also helps us continue providing professional pathways through RAD, ISTD, and now GCSE Dance, giving each dancer the chance to grow with recognised qualifications.

    We’re proud to run a free weekly baby group, introducing little ones to the joy of movement from the very start of their journey.