Volunteers are learning dance steps for Stick 'n' Step's fundraising ball.

The black-tie event will be held at Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa in Neston, on November 16.

17 year old Harry from Chester, a sixth form student at Abbey Gate College, is one of the participants.

He is learning the quick step to dance with professional partner Shannon to the Disney song, 'I Wanna Be Like You', from The Jungle Book.

The college chose Stick 'n' Step as one of three charities they will raise funds for this year.

Harry said: "My family loves the Strictly show on TV so I look forward to 'strutting my stuff'.

"I can't believe the progress I've made already."

Markos  (Image: Stick ‘n’ Step)

Nicole Preston from Warrington, another participant, is taking part in the competition because her niece, Iris, aged two, has cerebral palsy and regularly attends the charity's conductive education sessions at the Runcorn Centre.

She will be dancing the cha cha cha to 'Cheerleader'.

Ms Preston said: "Iris is a ray of sunshine, she fights daily and continuously pushes herself, all whilst keeping a huge smile on her face.

"I truly believe Iris’ development has come along leaps and bounds because of charities like Stick 'n' Step."

Markos Kokkinos is another competitor with a personal connection to Stick 'n' Step.

His little cousin, Bella, aged three, has cerebral palsy and attends the charity’s Runcorn centre.

Mr Kokkinos has chosen to dance the cha cha cha to 'Come Alive' from The Greatest Showman movie.

Nicole Preston with her niece, Iris  (Image: Stick ‘n’ Step)

He said: "I’m fundraising for Stick 'n' Step as this charity does such amazing work for our local community.

"The staff are incredible; they have been there for Bella from day one and do so much to support her."

Tickets for the event cost £70 each or £700 for a table of 10.

On the night, guests will enjoy a VIP drinks reception, a three-course meal, a showcase dance by the professionals and a group dance by all participants.

There will also be an auction and raffle to further boost fundraising.

For more information, you can visit www.sticknstep.org.