RAD Ballet
Classical Ballet is exciting, demanding and inspiring. For ballet to retain its vigour it is vital to have professional classical ballet teachers, equipped with internationally recognised qualifications, imparting their knowledge and love of dance to future generations.
The safe and correct training for your child is one of our major concerns, which is why the RAD Grade Syllabus has been devised with great care. It progresses a child in stages, demanding no more of a young body than it can easily cope with.
Not only is this syllabus great fun for children to dance, it also helps develop co-ordination, fitness, a sense of rhythm, musicality and expression, as well as promoting self-discipline and boosting confidence.
Examinations
Ballet is no more competitive than any other activity, and our examinations are simply setting goals towards which children can work. For the students, examinations offer a challenge and a great sense of achievement; for the parents, they give an indication of their child’s progress and for the teacher, they present proof of their expertise and professionalism. For the Academy, they are a means of upholding and improving the standards of dance training throughout the world. Students must be able to show a basic understanding of the principals of movement and the fundamentals of classical ballet at their current level of study to be entered by the teacher for an examination.
Assessments
The Royal Academy of Dance recently introduced the assessment. The assessment is available to those students who for various reasons and at a particular time may not be able to cope with the formal examination requirements. For these students, assessments offer programs of work which can be matched to their physical ability or pace of learning, leading to a sense of achievement and self esteem, which can equal that of those passing examinations.
Kinder Ballet
In 2021, the Kinder Ballet syllabus will be based on the Pre-School Dance Curriculum recently developed by the Royal Academy of Dance. This approach emphasises enjoyment and expression through dance.
Graded Syllabus
Younger students begin with the graded syllabus, which is great fun to dance.
- Pre-Primary
- Primary
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
- Grade 5
Older students who wish to study dance purely for pleasure can continue to follow the Academy’s graded syllabus; Grade 6 – Grade 7 – Grade 8.
Vocational Graded Syllabus
Alternatively, students over the age of 11 who wish to study ballet more seriously, possibly with a view to pursuing a career in dance or dance teaching, may follow the Academy’s Major syllabus. It develops technique, strength and artistry to the very highest levels, producing dancers who can then adapt with ease to the demands of any dance style.
- Intermediate Foundation
- Intermediate
- Advanced Foundation
- Advanced 1
- Advanced 2
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Jazz and Tap – CSTD
CSTD syllabi allow students to develop a high level of proficiency and performance ability.
Jazz
The CSTD Jazz syllabus consists of ten levels, which are updated regularly to reflect both the latest musical trends and dance techniques. The syllabus includes lyrical choreography as a sub-style for the older grades.
We also offer a non-syllabus Jazz class for Senior Students aged 14 and over and Intermediate Students 10-13 years.
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Tap
The CSTD Tap syllabus allows for variety and adaptability with a strong focus on technique and performance. The syllabus offers an extensive range of tap steps and a variety of dance routines each term.
We also offer a non-syllabus Tap class for students aged 12 and over.
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Hip-Hop
Our Hip-Hop classes at Mount Isa School of Dance are a fusion of the technical fundamentals contained in a traditional jazz class along with more upbeat commercial elements in the Hip-Hop choreography. Our classes enable students to develop a high level of proficiency in performance ability as they can often present a fusion of sub-styles including traditional jazz, contemporary dance, funk, hip hop, theatrical and musical theatre.
Students enrolled in these classes will have the the opportunity to learn great dance moves, develop a funky performance style, increase technique and boost confidence.
Choreography varies with routines that you would expect to see in many video clips. With a friendly, positive energy – students will be inspired, get an awesome workout and learn some cool moves!
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Contemporary Classes
Contemporary dance places a heavy emphasis on the connection between mind and body, with dancers being encouraged to explore their emotions through dances that push against traditional boundaries.
A Contemporary dance class can often fuse multiple dance disciplines together. You could find yourself dancing a routine that has elements of African dance, Tango, Salsa, Jazz, Ballet and so on.
The beauty of it is that it allows a freer dance, which can be initiated by music or by an internal theme or inspiration. During the contemporary dance classes, students will concentrate on modern dance techniques fused with improvisation, whilst learning the importance of core strength to enhance their performance.
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Acrodance
Acrodance is the beautiful fusion of classic dance techniques with the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro techniques include balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering.
To see what levels are on offer in 2022 please view our Timetable
Adult Classes
For those adults who love to dance, we have an Adult Ballet class available which is open to all levels of expertise – Beginners are more than welcome.
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