Classes
Classical Ballet
Classical ballet is a traditional, formal style of ballet that adheres to classical ballet technique. It is known for its aesthetics and rigorous technique (such as pointe work, turn-out of the legs and extensions), its graceful, flowing, and precise movements, and its ethereal qualities. The ISTD classical ballet syllabus helps to establish solid foundations and technique, providing a grounding place for the growth of a dancer.
Acro
Acro dance is a style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precise acrobatic elements. It is defined by its athletic character, its unique choreography, which seamlessly blends dance and acrobatics, and its use of acrobatics in a dance context. Acro is an especially challenging dance style for dancers as it requires them to be trained in both dance and acrobatic skills.
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre dance classes also known as theatre or Broadway dance teaches students how to sing whilst dancing – to control the breath and reserve energy, while at the same time telling the dramatic story being explained through the song, dance and acting.
Modern & Jazz
Modern theatre dance is pre-requisite for Jazz and prepares dancers to progress into jazz. The objectives of the Modern Theatre Dance are to teach correct posture, develop the range of movement within the students’ natural capabilities, build a sound technique, promote the understanding and use of dance terminology, gain a good sense of self-expression, encourage creative movement and promote self-confidence in performance skills.
Tap
Tap lessons seek to develop the skill and understanding of Tap dance by developing the physical ability to communicate through movement, sound and rhythm in an expressive and artistic way. Tap classes aims to teach correct posture, build a sound tap technique, develop an awareness of tone, promote the understanding and use of dance terminology and gain a good sense of line through body, arms and head.
Body Conditioning
Body conditioning is a bodily activity that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. It is performed for various reasons including strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system, honing athletic skills, flexibility, maintenance, as well as for the purpose of enjoyment. Frequent and regular physical exercise boosts the immune system, and enhances feel good endorphins.