

About
Great acting starts with
great foundations.
At Both Feet, we offer actor training that goes beyond the craft.
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We're a training company, community and creative ecosystem for actors who want to develop exceptional craft, meaningful connections and sustainable careers.
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Everything we do is built on a simple belief:
when actors have strong foundations, better work follows.
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That's why our work extends beyond technique alone - creating spaces where actors can challenge themselves, deepen their craft, build confidence, strengthen resilience and connect with a community that supports and champions.

We believe...
...actors don't need to be broken down in order to grow.
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...challenge and support can exist side by side.
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...community matters.
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...self-awareness strengthens craft.
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...the industry needs actors who are not only skilled, but equipped to navigate the realities of a creative career.
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...great work is built over time, through curiosity, courage
and consistent practice.
How we work...
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At the heart of Both Feet is our foundation training - a Meisner-based approach drawing on Steph's training with Scott Williams and informed by her work in coaching, neuroscience, nervous system regulation and trauma-aware practice.
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Alongside this sits a wider programme of specialist courses and industry training led by Steph and a range of trusted collaborators and experts.
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Our programme includes foundation training, voice, accents, scene study, performance psychology coaching, specialist masterclasses, immersive retreats and ongoing community spaces.
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Some opportunities are open to all actors. Others are designed specifically for those already within the Both Feet community, allowing us to build deeper relationships and support actors over the long term.
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There is no single route through Both Feet and no right place to begin.
Whether you join us for a specialist course, a retreat or our foundation training, you'll find the same commitment to exceptional craft, meaningful challenge and genuine support.

What matters to us
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Meaningful challenge
We create spaces where actors can take risks, stretch themselves and grow - without being broken down in the process.
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Accessibility
We believe great training should be as accessible as possible. Through payment plans, scholarships and a range of training options, we're committed to reducing barriers wherever we can.
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Connection & Community
Acting can be isolating. We believe people do their best work when they feel connected, supported and part of something bigger than themselves.
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Excellence
We care deeply about quality. From the training we deliver to the practitioners we bring in, we're committed to creating experiences that are thoughtful, rigorous and genuinely useful.
The people behind Both Feet
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Core Team
Collaborators

Barbara Houseman
Voice Coach & Author

Peter Firsth
Cinematographer & Screen

Arrabella Gibbins
Voice & Accent Coach

Leanne Rowley
Intimacy Coordinator

Dr Henrie Lidiard
Coach, Facilitator & Enneagram Specialist

