Help rebuild the PureDance Studio

On Sunday morning 9th January 2022, whilst dance teacher Charlotte Plant was supporting her students at the Champions of Tomorrow competition in Blackpool, her Studio, Pure Dance in Bridgtown, Cannock, England was sadly overcome by an electrical fire. The fire, smoke and water damage have totally devastated this once beautiful studio including the wooden sprung floor.

Thankfully no one was hurt, however, the studio is uninhabitable and now requires significant works to the structure, a full electrical rewire and re-plaster and installation of a new floor, plus the usual fixtures and fittings. Whilst there is insurance, sadly many things aren’t covered, including flooring, temporary accommodation fees and equipment.

Unbelievably, whilst her studio was ravaged, Charlotte bravely stayed in Blackpool, cheering on her pupils. Determined to put their enjoyment above her own wellbeing, Charlotte even took to the dance floor, competing with several pupils in the teacher-student events, check out the studio's Instagram for Kenzie and Charlotte's fabulous Jive. This incredibly selfless act by Charlotte comes as no surprise to those who know her; Charlotte’s dedication, passion and generosity to her art and those she teaches know no bounds.

Transforming a once dirty industrial workshop into a fabulous studio; Charlotte has singlehanded achieved this at the tender age of 25 through sheer grit and determination, working six long days a week. The studio is not only a haven for dance but also promotes friendship, self-belief and wellbeing for pupils young and old.

This was the studio before the devastating events.

Now, here is the damage to our beautiful studio.

Family, friends in the dance community, those who enjoyed fitness classes at the studio and the local community, please quickstep into action and help get Pure Dance back on its feet. All donations regardless of size are gratefully received and regular progress updates will be posted to this page.

Thank you and best wishes from the dancers and friends of Charlotte Plant and the Pure Dance Studio.