The West Yorkshire School of Performing Arts

About Us

The West Yorkshire School of Performing Arts (WYSPA) was established over 30 years ago by Principal Karen Fawcett. Based in Guiseley, West Yorkshire the school originally started with just one class and has steadily grown into the school it is today, developing an amazing reputation for excellence in dance teaching.

WYSPA is the perfect place to train if you would like a career in dance or simply to come for enjoyment and fun.

WYSPA operates out of its own purpose built premises; the studios have fully sprung floors and are all designed to give children the best possible environment to thrive and develop.

All the teachers at the school are trained to the highest standards and all have full DBS Certificates. The teachers are all extremely passionate and have a love of dance that is clear to see while watching them teach and inspire a new generation of dancers.

As pupils progress through the school they have the opportunity to take regular ISTD, ITDA and Singing exams. Pupils have won numerous awards at local and national dance competitions, a true testament to the high levels of teaching the school offers. WYSPA also regularly run their own performances where children get the opportunity to shine on stage to large audiences.

For a full list of all the classes we currently offer please see our class page.

Many pupils have gone on to train at prestigious dance schools across the UK and now have amazing careers in the industry. Also, based at the school is their very own Casting Agency, WYSPA Castings where pupils can follow their dreams to star in major west end musicals, TV Dramas, Commercials, Short Films, Feature Films and much more.

We have had numerous success stories including training one boy Matthew for the title role of Billy in the first UK and Ireland Tour of Billy Elliot the Musical. Max has appeared as a lead role in a regular BBC Drama. Many other students have has roles in various commercials, feature films and much more.

With an extensive timetable the studios have many classes to choose from, for more information on how to register and get started please contact the studios.