BALLET
The foundation of an all round dance training, ballet is a fun and challenging dance genre which teaches the dancer the technical and movement skills essential for a comprehensive understanding of dance.
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Classical Ballet Training is available from our qualified Affiliate Training Programme and Royal Academy of Dance Teachers. The foundation of an all round dance training, ballet is a fun and challenging dance genre which teaches the dancer the technical and movement skills essential for a comprehensive understanding of dance.
LEVELS
PRE-SCHOOL (AGES 3-5)
The emphasis is on learning through imaginative movement adventures and focuses on children’s natural movement and development. Boys and girls of this age thrive as they travel to the ‘Magic Castle’ sail off to ‘Treasure Island’ or explore the world of ‘Peter Pan’.
AGE 5+
We offer classes where the emphasis is not just on fun, but on the development of movement skills, confidence, fitness and self-esteem. Essential social skills are developed within an environment that nurtures individuality. Class length varies with age and standard. Danscentre uses the AP examination program from the Royal Ballet School, as well as offering supplementary Royal Academy of Dance Examinations and Assessments from Primary to Grade 8.
VOCATIONAL TRAINING
Coaching and Vocational student classes are designed for those students who are seen to have potential and motivation to participate in the future within dance at a higher level. Coaching classes are offered from P3 upwards, where progress into vocational classes are thereafter discretionary.
Vocational Classes are designed for students who may wish to pursue a career in dance, musical theatre or the Arts in general – for example, as a performer, choreographer, manager, administrator or teacher. They are also suitable for students who demonstrate the potential, aptitude and commitment to benefit from a more intensive level of training, whether or not they are currently considering a career in the Arts.
The classes are designed to develop students’ technical ability, artistry, performance skills and understanding of dance, while preparing those who wish to progress towards the entry requirements for vocational dance colleges and universities. Royal Academy of Dance examinations studied are Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2.
For those considering a career related to Classical Ballet, an enhanced vocational programme will be offered at S1 level for suitable candidates.
ADULTS
This class combines low impact ballet training with body conditioning to improve the line, strengthen and sculpt the body. Suitable for all abilities and ages.
EXAMINATIONS
Affiliate Training and Assessment Programme.
Danscentre is one of only two dance schools in Scotland registered to offer The Royal Ballet School’s Affiliate Programme (AP). AP extends The Royal Ballet School’s System of Training to the students of affiliated dance teachers. AP students study ballet technique, but also learn to create and appreciate Ballet, with opportunities to choreograph and review dance works. This ensures a more holistic approach to the learning of dance, with students having access to The Royal Ballet’s ethos and expertise. As with other assessments within Danscentre, students are entered for the relevant AP Level when they have reached the required standard of learning.
Royal Academy of Dance
Danscentre offers examinations at graded and vocational levels in association with R.A.D. All students have the option of taking examinations and all classes incorporate both syllabus and free work, developing a wide and sound subject base. All examinations are accredited by the QCA, from NVQ level 1 to level 4.
