Live Training & Educational Workshops

Mental Health Self-Care Workshops

A proactive approach for dancers and performing arts professionals to become mentally fit and emotionally strong. Interactive lectures and practical masterclasses presented in-person or via video link.

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Delivered by Terry Hyde MA MBACP

Founder & CEO of STEPPS CIO, psychotherapist, and former professional dancer. Interactive workshops are tailored for performing arts students (age 13+ through to professionals), dance teachers, coaches, physical therapists, dance science students, and parents.

Workshop Curriculum & Topics Covered

1. Mental Health Symptom & Trigger Recognition 1.5 to 2 Hours

Recognising mental health symptoms and how they specifically manifest in performing artists. The session examines typical underlying stressors, environmental triggers, and mind-body connections in dance training.

2. Interactive Break-Out Discussions Group Facilitation

Guided peer break-out groups allowing attendees to explore sensitive subjects safely: relationship with food, perfectionism, social media pressures, and body image self-assessment.

3. Mental Health & Physical Injury Recovery Mind-Body Health

In-depth discussion on the relationship between emotional state and physical injuries—helping dancers navigate injury recovery rehabilitation while equipping them with tools to avoid future fatigue-induced injuries.

4. Performance, Audition & Exam Anxiety Specialised Masterclass

Targeted coping techniques and grounding exercises for high-stakes performing environments, audition panels, exam stress, and stage fright management.

5. Confidential 1-to-1 Follow-up Sessions Individual Support

Due to the sensitive nature of topics discussed, individual confidential 1-to-1 debrief sessions can be provided for attendees directly following each workshop.

UK Workshop Pricing

£300 – £500

Half-day & full-day options (+ reasonable travel expenses for in-person visits)

Endorsements & Industry Feedback

"As the Artistic Lead of the Acosta Advanced Training Hub, I have had the pleasure of working with Terry, who has been providing invaluable mental health lectures to our dancers. His deep understanding of the unique psychological challenges that young artists face, combined with his compassionate and insightful approach, has made a profound impact on our students. Through his sessions, he has equipped them with essential tools to navigate the pressures of professional training while fostering a supportive and open environment. Terry’s expertise and dedication have been an incredible asset to our program, and I highly recommend his work." — Ludovic Ondiviela, Artistic Lead of Acosta Advanced Training Hub
"Terry Hyde and the STEPPS workshop at our intensive delivered a powerful and practical roadmap for our dancers. With a focus on mental health awareness, Terry offered invaluable tools and exercises tailored specifically to the realities of freelance dance careers. The session was insightful, empowering, and deeply appreciated by everyone in the room." — Jamiel Devernay-Laurence

Custom Workshop Request

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