Sound Steps is a 12-week creative music project for young people aged 18–25 living in Kirklees who might be facing barriers to work, training or education. 

Delivered by Yorkshire Youth and Music at our Safe Space Studio in Huddersfield town centre, the project offers a supportive, non-judgemental environment where participants can build confidence, skills and routine through collaborative music-making with no previous musical experience needed.

Participants will take part in weekly sessions focused on songwriting, beat-making, recording, production and DJing, led by experienced professional music leaders. Alongside developing creative skills, sessions are designed to support wellbeing, teamwork and personal development. 

The project will end with an informal sharing event, planned by the group with support from our music leaders, giving participants the chance to celebrate what they’ve achieved in a way that feels right for them.

Key details

• When: 12 Weekly sessions from 9 February - 11 May (excluding bank holidays)
• Sessions: Mondays at: 1:30 –4:45pm and 3:45 – 7:00pm
• Where: Safe Space Studio, The Media Centre, Huddersfield
• Free and no experience needed!

Sign up by filling in this form, or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions. 

The programme also includes:

• Wellbeing workshops delivered by Temple Wellbeing and Central HEaRt, including practical techniques for managing anxiety and stress
• Careers and progression support from C&K Careers, with workshops shaped by participants and optional one-to-one guidance

The project is partnered with Temple Wellbeing, Central HEaRt and C&K Careers, and is funded by Wellness Works and West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

This activity is part of Healthy Working Life, a joint programme of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board.