Step Up for Her
Schools Dance-A-Ton
Move with purpose. Dance for dignity. Step up for girls’ health.
Step Up for Her is an exciting Dance-A-Ton challenge for schools to support menstrual health education and wellbeing through the Period Place.
Instead of walking, students come together to learn and perform a shared dance sequence, raising awareness and funds through movement, creativity and teamwork.
Every step, spin and move helps us reach more girls with knowledge, confidence and safe spaces to understand their bodies.
Step Up for Her. Dance for dignity. Support girls’ health.
Why This Matters
Many young people still grow up without enough knowledge about menstrual health. Shame and stigma can make it difficult for girls to ask questions, understand their bodies, or seek help when something is wrong.
Funds raised through Step Up for Her will support the Period Place Menstrual Health Education & Advocacy Fund, helping us deliver:
- Menstrual health education workshops in schools
- Safe spaces where young people can ask questions openly
- Community conversations that reduce stigma
- Programmes that build confidence and body literacy
Together, we can ensure that girls grow up informed, confident and supported.
The Dance Challenge
Participating schools will perform The Step Up Sequence – A fun and inclusive dance routine for boys and girls
The steps have been created and shared by partner dance instructors, and schools will recreate their own performance.
Two versions will be available:
- Primary School Dance Sequence
- Secondary School Dance Sequence
Both routines are designed to be:
- Fun and engaging
- Easy to learn and perform
- Adaptable for different group sizes
- Inclusive with accessible options
How Schools Participate
- Register your school using the sign-up link
- Once registered, your school will receive:
- The official dance sequence video
- Event guidance and resources
- Fundraising information
- Students practise and perform the dance sequence.
- Schools record their performance and submit their dance video.
- Judges review submissions and finalists are selected
Fundraising for the
Dance-A-Ton
Students can raise funds individually or as a group through their school’s JustGiving fundraising page.
Schools will receive a dedicated fundraising link, allowing families and supporters to donate easily.
Students can collect sponsorship through:
- Donations from family and friends
- Class or group fundraising efforts
- Community sponsorship
Every contribution helps support menstrual health education and advocacy.
Event Merchandise
To celebrate participation and create a sense of community:
- Students will receive Step Up for Her wristbands
- Dance participants may receive Step Up for Her T-shirts
These items help students feel part of a collective movement supporting girls’ health and dignity.
Awards & Recognition
To celebrate creativity, teamwork and fundraising achievements, awards will be presented in several categories.
Fundraising Awards
- Top Individual Fundraiser
- Top School
- Dance & Creativity Awards
Dance & Creativity Awards
- Best Synchronisation
- Best Costume or Colour Theme
- Strongest Final Pose
- Best Team Spirit
Many gifts to be won graciously donated by partner organisations
Important Dates
Judges Announced
April 1
Final Day to Register Schools
April 13
Final Day for Dance Video Submission
May 13
Finalists Announced
May 28
Award Ceremony
June 11
Join the Dance
By taking part in Step Up for Her, your school helps create a future where girls grow up informed, confident and supported when it comes to their health.
This initiative brings together movement, creativity and compassion to support an important cause affecting millions of girls and women.
Step up. Dance together. Support girls’ health.
Register Your School
Click below to register and receive your dance sequence video and event resources.