Classes

At TSD you can learn a variety of different dance styles, including:

Ballet, Tap, Modern/Jazz, Acrobatics, Contemporary, Lyrical and Musical Theatre

Children can start at 3 years old upwards, beginners and advanced pupils are welcome. Classes run through the week and on Saturdays. They run in half term blocks and fees are paid by a monthly subscription. There is a uniform, however this is NOT essential in the first few weeks. We have our own online uniform shop to make it easy as possible for parents to purchase what is needed. We also have our own branded clothing, such as hoodies, shorts, tracksuit bottoms t shirts etc.

Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for any further details.

Terms and Conditions

Dance Styles:

Ballet:

A classical dance form demanding grace and precision and employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement.

Tap:

A type of dance characterised by using the sounds of metal taps affixed to the heel and toe of shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion, coupled with both characteristic and interpretative body movements.

Modern/Jazz:

A dance style that focuses on a dancer's own interpretation of the music. It evolved from early African American dances. It now incorporates unique moves, elaborate footwork, large leaps and turns bringing an energetic and entertaining combination. It is often described as the style of dance you would expect to see on Broadway.

Acrobatics:

A style of dance that combines classical dance technique with precision 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.

Contemporary:

Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and the body through fluid dance movements.

Lyrical:

A style that combines ballet and jazz dancing techniques. It is performed to music with lyrics so that it inspires expression of strong emotions the choreographer feels from the lyrics of the song. This style concentrates on an individual approach and expressiveness of such emotions as love, joy, hurt, or anger.

Musical Theatre:

Musical theatre is a form of theatrical performance that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting and dance.

Dance Conditioning:

Dance conditioning is a practice that focuses on strengthening, toning, and stretching different parts of the body.

The goal of dance conditioning is to provide a regimen of exercises for the development of a dancers physical endurance, strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Progressive Ballet Technique (PBT):

A conditioning and training programme that focuses on improving ballet technique and turnout, through strengthening and developing the muscles needed in ballet.

Healthy Dancer:

A class developed by Tina during the Covid-19 pandemic. Dancers learn two separate units, the healthy mind focusing on a positive mindset and developing skills for self growth and to improve mental health. Plus the healthy body were dancers learn about looking after their body, anatomy, physiology and injury prevention plus lots more.

Kicks,Turns and Jumps:

A class designed to focus on specific technical elements. Giving the students time to breakdown these skills and work on personal goals and development.

Tricks Class:

The class is for students who take acrobatic classes and wish to have more time to focus on trick progression.

Choir

Lets not forget that its not just dance we offer but singing too. We have a mixed age choir ,where students get the opportunity to sing together and develop understanding of harmonies and how to use their voices. Great for those who love, or wish to learn to sing but also necessary for those looking at studying performing arts full time.