Easter & Summer Holiday Camps 2026
Drop Them Off Smiling. Pick Them Up Beaming.
MOUVE Holiday Camps are full-day dance and performing arts programmes for children aged 4–16 in Hendon, North London. Founded by Louise Leach, an ISTD and LAMDA trained dancer with over 20 years’ experience, camps run during Easter and summer holidays from 10:00am–3:30pm with early drop-off from 9am and late pickup until 4:30pm. All staff are DBS-checked and first-aid trained. Groups are capped at 16 children. Prices start from £48/day or £219/week.
Why Parents Choose Us
Not Your Average Holiday Camp
Real Dance Training
Not just 'keep them busy' activities. Professional choreography from working dancers who teach technique alongside fun.
Tiny Groups, Big Attention
Maximum 16 children per group means every child gets seen, supported, and celebrated. Not lost in a crowd.
Performance Day Friday
Every week builds toward a real show for parents. Your child learns what it feels like to perform on a proper stage.
Full Days, Sorted
10:00am–3:30pm as standard. Early drop-off from 9:00am and late pickup until 4:30pm available. Your whole workday covered.
Ages 4–16 Welcome
Age-appropriate groups so your 5-year-old isn’t overwhelmed and your teenager isn’t bored. Siblings sorted, one drop-off.
Safe & Professional
All staff DBS-checked and first-aid trained. Over 20 years running children’s dance programmes in Hendon. Rated 5.0 on Google from 112 parent reviews.
The Most Well Run, Fun, Gorgeous Camp!— Shoshana, MOUVE Camp Parent
Every Hour Counts
What Parents Say
“My daughter had previously done summer camps with them. Wanted to move to a regular class. The team were so helpful when it came to booking and finding the right class for her. She loves it!”
Meryl Hoffman — Google Review“As always both my girls had a really wonderful time at camp these past two weeks.”
Katherine B. — Camp Parent“They remember each child by name, and even know each child’s parents! I’m genuinely so impressed and grateful to have found this school.”
Nigina Nasirova — Google ReviewBook the Days You Need
Nursery camp (ages 3–4): £55/day or £255/week. All other details identical.
Camp Dates 2026
Nervous About Their First Camp?
They’ll Be Dancing by Lunchtime
Most children arrive shy on Monday morning and leave begging to come back on Friday. Our Confidence-First Approach means staff are trained to help first-timers settle in — with buddy systems, gentle introductions, and activities designed to build confidence from minute one.
No dance experience needed. No auditions. Just turn up, have fun, and discover something new.
Book a Taster Day — £48Who Runs the Camps
Meet Louise Leach
Louise is the founder and principal of MOUVE® by Dancing with Louise. She discovered dance at age three and went on to train through ISTD and LAMDA before founding the school over 20 years ago. What started with a handful of students has grown into over 1,000 children across 100+ weekly classes and school clubs in North West London.
Every holiday camp is designed around what Louise calls the Confidence-First Approach — the belief that children perform best when they feel safe, seen, and celebrated. That philosophy shapes everything from group sizes (capped at 16) to the buddy system for first-timers, to Performance Day Friday where every child gets their moment on stage.
Credentials
- ISTD and LAMDA trained
- 20+ years teaching children aged 3–16
- 1,000+ students across 100+ weekly classes
- All staff DBS-checked and first-aid trained
- Rated 5.0 on Google (112 reviews)
- Based in Hendon, NW4
Last updated: March 2026
Common Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Still have questions? Call 0333 038 4858
What ages do you accept?
Ages 4–16. Children are grouped by age so activities are always appropriate and engaging for their level.
Does my child need dance experience?
Not at all. Complete beginners are welcome. We focus on building confidence and having fun — not just technique.
What if my child is shy or anxious?
Totally normal. Our staff are experienced with first-timers. We use buddy systems and gentle introductions — most shy children are dancing confidently by lunchtime.
What should my child bring?
A packed lunch, water bottle, and comfortable clothes they can move in. We provide everything else.
Can I book individual days?
Yes. Book any combination of days. Full weeks save you £21 and include the Friday performance show.
What’s your cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled 14+ days before camp starts. 50% refund for 7–13 days. No refund within 7 days.
Where is the holiday camp held?
Sunningfields Road, Hendon, NW4 4QR — North London. Easy to reach from Finchley, Mill Hill, Golders Green, Barnet, Edgware, Muswell Hill, and across North London. Free parking available.
What time does camp start and finish?
The main schedule runs 10:00am–3:30pm. Early drop-off is available from 9:00am (£10/day) and late pickup until 4:30pm (£10/day).
What dance styles do you teach?
Street dance, ballet, contemporary, and musical theatre — rotating daily so children experience a variety of styles throughout the week.
What is the staff-to-child ratio?
Groups are capped at 16 children with dedicated staff per group. All team members are DBS-checked and first-aid trained.
Can siblings attend the same camp?
Yes. Siblings are placed in age-appropriate groups but share the same drop-off and pickup times, so you only need one trip.
What happens on Performance Day Friday?
Every week builds toward a short show for parents on Friday afternoon. Children learn what it feels like to perform on a proper stage — it’s the highlight of the week.
Spaces Fill Fast. Book Their Spot Today.
Easter camp: 7–17 April. Summer camp: 21 July – 29 August. Groups are capped at 16 children.