This year, SODA are having their year of charity to raise as much money and awareness as possible for Blood Cancer UK. This fundraiser is for Callum and you can read his story below.
This December, we are bringing our community together for a spectacular celebration of dance, unity and generosity at the SODAnce festival 2026!!
Our festival will showcase talented dancers from across the county, with dance schools, groups and performers of all ages coming together for a friendly, inclusive competition — all while raising vital funds and awareness for Blood Cancer UK.
This event is especially close to our hearts as we are dedicating the festival to raising money in support of Lewis' brother Callum. Every routine performed, every ticket purchased and every donation made will help support the incredible work being done to beat blood cancer.
This is not just a competition — it’s a celebration of talent, passion and people coming together for a cause that truly matters.
Our aim is to create an environment where every dancer feels valued and celebrated. With professional external judges offering constructive feedback, participants will have the opportunity to showcase their hard work in a positive and encouraging setting.
Awards will include:
Every performer plays a part in making a difference.
All proceeds from the festival will go directly to Blood Cancer UK, helping to fund life-saving research and provide support for families affected by blood cancer.
By attending, performing or sponsoring this event, you are helping us:
Together, we can turn our love of dance into hope for so many.
Whether you are a dancer, dance school, sponsor, volunteer or supporter — we would love you to be part of this special day.
Join us this December for a festival filled with passion, purpose and community spirit.
Let’s dance for a cause. Let’s dance for Callum. Let’s dance for change.

Callum fell unwell in 2020 during the covid outbreak, after sustaining what he thought was an injury from football. After some tests, they found he had a large blood clot in his liver. After testing the clot, they found out he was positive for the JAK2 gene. This is a rare mutation of a gene that occurs in very few, especially at Callum’s age. This then mutated into a very rare form of blood cancer called polycythaemia vera (PV). Callum has been thrown so many curve balls at such a young age and what should be an exciting stage in his life. After all he has been through, here at SODA we want to give him a new lease of life, showing that there is hope and help him find his feet again.