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WELCOME TO CHOREO CITY DANCE COMPANY

ABOUT CCDC

Choreo City Dance Company is a newly established dance company based in Welwyn, Hatfield and Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, offering high-quality dance training for ages 4 to adult and all abilities. We are dedicated to developing confident, expressive dancers in a supportive and inspiring environment.

As Choreo City continues to grow, our programme is expanding to include a variety of dance styles such as street/hip-hop, Bollywood and contemporary. Our goal is to develop well-rounded dancers who are versatile, technically strong, and creatively expressive.

Our mission is to train dancers, create innovative choreography, and uphold excellence through integrity and artistic leadership. We are committed to nurturing talent, encouraging individuality, and building a strong and supportive dance community.

MEET THE TEAM

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LUCY GRAY

FOUNDER/ARTISTIC DIRECTOR 

STREET DANCE TEACHER

Lucy Gray began dancing at the age of three and has been competing across the UK since the age of eleven. With over ten years of experience in street dance, she has developed strong skills in performance, choreography, musicality, and athletic movement. At fourteen, Lucy began training in contemporary dance and later studied A-Level Dance, specialising in Graham and Cunningham techniques. Her final choreographic work, inspired by Richard Alston, was awarded an A*.

Alongside her dance career, Lucy has recently completed a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Hertfordshire in which she was awarded an First Class and will begin an MSc in Physiotherapy in September 2026. She combines her knowledge of biomechanics, injury prevention, and physical conditioning with her dance training to support dancer development. Lucy has also coached and choreographed for dance schools across Hertfordshire and London and has held leadership roles within university cheerleading, including Vice Captain and Captain. As Founder and Artistic Director of Choreo City Dance Company, Lucy is committed to creating a positive environment where dancers can develop confidence, creativity, and a lifelong passion for performance.

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BEN LOVE

CONTEMPORARY TEACHER

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Ben is a London-based choreographer, ballet and contemporary dance artist, and educator whose work reimagines classical ballet through contemporary and African diasporic perspectives. Working across stage, film, education, and community practice, they create choreographic work that centres cultural storytelling, representation, and innovation within the evolving landscape of British dance. He trained at the Rambert School and Arts Educational Schools London, and a scholarship graduate of American Ballet Theatre, Ben has built an international career collaborating with leading cultural institutions including the Royal Opera House, Sadler’s Wells Theatre, and English National Ballet. As Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Soul Company, Ben's artistic vision challenges traditional narratives within ballet while expanding opportunities for dancers from underrepresented backgrounds. His choreography blends classical technique with contemporary theatricality, producing work that is emotionally driven, socially engaged, and globally relevant. Alongside his creative output, Ben is an established educator delivering professional training, outreach programmes, and international workshops across the UK and Kenya. His practice connects elite dance training with community access, nurturing the next generation of artists while advocating for a more inclusive future for ballet. Ben was also a guest teacher at the Royal Ballet School Chance to Dance. Through performance, choreography, and education, Ben Love continues to position ballet as a living, contemporary art form shaped by diverse voices, histories, and cultural experiences.

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IRUSHI MEEMADUMA

BOLLYWOOD TEACHER

Irushi is a 21-year-old dancer whose passion for movement has shaped much of her life. She trained in Sri Lankan traditional dance for 18 years throughout her school journey, building a strong technical foundation rooted in discipline, rhythm, storytelling, and cultural expression. Through years of performances and competitions, she developed confidence on stage and a deep understanding of how dance can connect communities and celebrate heritage. At university, Irushi expanded her performance experience by spending two years as a cheerleader, during which she refined her stamina, sharpness, synchronisation, and teamwork skills. Beyond formal training, she has independently explored hip-hop and ballroom, challenging herself to learn new techniques and adapt to different musical styles. This blend of classical training, performance experience, and self-driven growth has made her a versatile and dynamic dancer. Today, she specialises in Bollywood dance, combining expressive storytelling, high energy, and technical precision to create choreography that is vibrant, empowering, and accessible to all levels.

CLASSES

CLASSES START SATURDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2026
 
 

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CONTACT US

07502396633

Welwyn, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire, UK

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