The Bill Thomas YMCA Martynell Dancers

Originally from Swansea; Bill and Sister in Law and seamstress Marion Garrod formed the Martynell Dancers in the early 1980’s having left the Welsh National Opera Company, where Bill was head of wigs and make-up.

It’s a very family orientated group, with Bill’s wife Elaine and brother-in-law Al running the stage management with the help of Darren Shepherd. Becky Strange Associate Choreographer, affectionately known to all as “Ants in her pants”; has been dancing with Bill since the age of four and whilst Bill directs and sorts the routines; Becky’s talent is to bring them to life with her choreography skills, ably assisted by Jenny Palfrey; all three working as a team to produce stunning routines.

Martynell Dancers moved to Cardiff YMCA in September 2004, and are now a YMCA Membership group. Throughout the years, Martynell Dancers have performed in numerous venues in and around Cardiff raising funds for worthy causes, including the Lord Mayor’s Matinee and Annual YMCA Shows. The Dancers have also had the privilege of performing at the London Palladium and Her Majesty’s Theatre.

We also conduct singing classes, and the backing vocals for our routines are recorded and sung by Martynell members.

Come along and join our fun and friendly classes at Cardiff YMCA, The Walk, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3AG.

Days and times of classes:

Tuesday:	7:00pm – 9:00pm	Adult Beginners
Friday:	7:00pm – 9:00pm	Advanced Class
Saturday:	9:30am – 10:30am	4yrs – 8yrs
	10:30am – 11:30am	9yrs – 12yrs
	11:30am – 1:30pm	13yrs upwards

Contacts:
Bill: 02920 733198/07946808814
Becky: 07855691429
Marion: 02920619891