A DANCE night phenomenon which allows young clubbers to enjoy themselves in a safe and healthy environment will be hitting Worcester for the first time.

SNAP dance night, which stands for "Say No and Phone", supports young people in their decision to reject drugs and pass on information about drugs or other crimes, anonymously, to Crimestoppers.

Youngsters aged 11 to 16 will be able to let their hair down in an environment without alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs when the dance night visits Perdiswell Leisure Centre, Bilford Road, Worcester, this Saturday.

Music-lovers will be able to enjoy the DJs, live acts and autograph sessions with the artistes playing on the night.

Among the acts expected to be playing from 7pm to 11pm are boy band Invincible, female singer Schula Mornay, rock band Frantik, pop band Pulse, singer David Graham and new boy band MAX-N.

Steve Hill, regional co-ordinator at Crimestoppers said if the Worcester event was well supported, SNAP could become a regular feature in the Faithful City.

"If this is well supported, we could be looking at a link with MTV Hits Parties," said Mr Hill.

"We are already in talks with them.

"It means we will get MTV DJs and top 40 chart acts.The aim would be to make the dance nights once a month in Worcester."

The SNAP events are organised by and supported by Crimestoppers, West Mercia Constabulary, community safety partnerships, and other agencies.

SNAP was launched in October 1995, in London, by Boyzone, and has taken place all over the country including Telford and Hereford.

SNAP dance night is a charity and is always looking for the support of local businesses, organisations and individuals.

Tickets for Saturday's dance night are available from PC Tina Dodd at Worcester police station from 4pm and 6pm until Friday, from PC Dene Storr at Pershore police station between 3pm and 5pm until Friday, or from Perdiswell Leisure Centre from 2pm on Saturday.