Ballet

Our classical ballet classes follow the prestigious Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus (www.rad.org.co.uk) The Royal academy of Dance is one of the worlds most influential dance education organisations. Classical ballet is the foundation of all styles of dance. Classical Ballet enforces self confidence, self discipline, poise and grace. A child introduced to dance at an early age will likely develop a love of the arts and a passion for rhythm and movement. Examinations may be taken, the principal Holly Mayer will let you know you when your child is ready for an exam.

Please note these classes are not a parent participation class, however we do have watching day at the end of term where family and friends can come and watch.

If you require a class which isn’t listed on the timetable please do contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Little Tinkers Ballet class

(Age 2 1/2 – 4 years Nursery)

is a creative magical class where children learn basic ballet movements through imagination, use of props and story telling.

RAD Pre-Primary Ballet

(age 4 – 5 1/2 Reception)

RAD Primary Ballet 

(age 5 1/2 – 6 1/2 Year 1)

RAD Graded Examinations classes

Graded syllabus Grade 1 to 8 incorporates ballet, free movement, and character.

Graded and vocational graded exams lead to recognised achievement at a high level in dance.

Graded and vocational graded examinations in dance at RQF Level 3 are allocated points on the UCAS tariff. This means that candidates who have achieved a pass or higher in Grades 6, 7, 8, Intermediate or Advanced Foundation, can use their RAD exam result towards their points tariff when applying to a relevant course at a university or higher education in the UK.

 https://www.rad.org.uk/achieve/exams/Results%2C%20qualifications%20and%20recognition/ucas-points

RAD Grade 1 Ballet

(age 6 1/2 – 7 1/2)

RAD Grade 2 Ballet

(age 7 1/2 – 8 1/2)

RAD Grade 3 Ballet

(By ability)

RAD Grade 4 Ballet

(By ability)

RAD Grade 5 Ballet

(By ability)

RAD Grade 6 Ballet

(By ability)

RAD Grade 7 Ballet

(By ability)

RAD Grade 8 Ballet

(By ability)

Vocational Graded Syllabus 

Vocational Graded syllabus develops the technique, music and performance skills of the older ballet student to an advanced level, preparing them for a dance or dance-related career.

Intermediate Foundation

(Age 11 /By ability)

Intermediate

(By ability)

Advanced 1 Ballet

(By ability)

Advanced 2 Ballet

(By ability)

Pre-Pointe classes / Pointe work

 Pointe work is introduced to hard working students with excellent strength and control in their core, legs, feet and ankles. From the age of 11 upwards students will be introduced to strengthening exercises in a pre-pointe class to get them ready for pointe work.

Limbering and strengthening 

This class increases the students flexibility and strength.

This class is essential for a dancer. Students will learn pilates exercises suited to their needs and stretching exercises to help them achieve that ‘Grand Jete’ (Splits in the air!)