The foundation of it all
Ballet
RAD and ISTD graded ballet from pre-school first steps through to Advanced One pointe work.
About the class
What ballet is all about
Ballet is the technical backbone of every dancer. Poise, alignment, musicality and discipline learned at the barre carry into modern, lyrical, commercial and musical theatre alike.
Our syllabus runs from Pre-Primary right through the graded and vocational grades, including pointe work from Intermediate Foundation upwards. Students can work towards recognised RAD and ISTD examinations, or simply take the class for the love of it.
What to expect
- Barre work to build strength, turnout and alignment
- Centre practice, adage, pirouettes and allegro
- Graded syllabus preparing students for optional RAD or ISTD exams
- Pointe work introduced carefully once strength and technique allow
Why it matters
What your dancer gains
- Poise, posture and beautiful alignment
- The technical foundation behind every other discipline
- Focus, discipline and grace that carry off the stage
- Recognised RAD and ISTD grades to work towards
How they progress
From Pre-Primary through the graded and vocational grades, dancers build steadily towards pointe work and Advanced levels, with optional RAD and ISTD examinations marking each milestone.
“Absolutely fantastic dance school, my daughter has been there since she was 3 she is now 6 and has had so many opportunities including competitions, shows and this weekend even dancing at The Kings Theatre, London. She has grown from a shy 3 year old to a confident 6 year old. Thoroughly recommend.”
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