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Ballet
Royal Academy of Dance exams provide opportunity for dancers to attain their personal best and have fun, have a goal to work towards, and receive recognition from the world’s largest examining body while preparing dancers for careers in dance and an opportunity to compete on an international level.
RAD exams accommodate growing bodies and children from the age of 5, and at all stages. Everyone has the option to be included in a Grade Class and will be working to their fullest potential.
RAD exams are recognised by the National Qualifications Regulators for the UK with selected exams also carrying a UCAS tariff towards university admission. The RAD is also a validated awarding body of the Council for Dance Education and Training.
RAD Grade classes must be taken in conjunction to a General Ballet Class.
Jazz
Jazz styles of dance vary from street, hip-hop to theatre jazz. A lot of the movement focuses on isolations, contractions and being grounded. This style of dance is often seen in commercial settings and has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is highly energetic, requires strength and athleticism which are also worked on in classes.
Modern
A popular dance form that makes extensive use of a variety of music from lyrical to funky jazz. You will learn to develop many different movements whilst building on strength, stamina and flexibility. Modern Dance showcases individual style and originality. It is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns. It is an advantage to study ballet to excel in modern dance, as it encourages grace and balance.
Tap
A strong rhythmical dance style allowing the feet to tap out the beat. It introduces aspects of tempo, rhythm and basic beats accumulating to intricate dance patterns. Timing & co-ordination are key elements of tap dance. The classes are progressive & encourage students to develop their own style & creativity. Remember tap is as simple as it sounds and lots of fun along the way.
National Dance
National dancing is an activity which can be experienced and shared at all levels. In the field of education, national dance holds an important place by creating an interest and understanding of cultures and nations. It is a fun social form of dance which will also assist the Character section of the RAD ballet grades.
Classical Greek
Classical Greek has proved of great value in the education of children as well as assisting the Free Movement section of the RAD ballet grades. It gives the dance student another form of expression and a basic understanding of Classical Greek Mythology & culture. It is based upon natural movements of the body, leading towards the grace, strength, poise and balance of the mind and body. It also improves co-ordination incorporating the use of balls and scarves.
Acro
Acrobatics is a fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. The classes will be following the Acrobatics Arts syllabus, strengthening, and limbering (beneficial to all other dance genres). Students will begin to learn acrobatic movements including elements such as forward/backwards rolls, handstands, bridges up to the more difficult skills including front and back walkovers.
This class is aimed at beginners, and we will start at the very beginning. It will be lots of fun including partner work and the opportunity to try something new!!
Contemporary
Contemporary dance focuses on movement from the core by incorporating elements of contraction and release, fall and recovery as well as spiralling. The style takes on different forms and allows choreographers to push the boundaries of movement to explore abstract ideas or storytelling. It is a style of interpretive dance that embraces innovation and expresses emotion through organic movements and unrestricted lines.
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