ISTD Dance Classes
Ballet
Ballet dancing is excellent for both girls and boys. When younger children start to gain musicality and become aware of their own bodies while developing good co-ordination. As children get older it maintains flexibility, fitness and control over the body. The ballet classes at JDS offers the children ballet technique through fun and understanding. The classes are based around a structured ISTD syllabus providing the opportunity for pupils to take exams if they would like to.
Modern
Modern dance provides girls and boys with the opportunity to develop a more current style of dance. The classes are lively and lots of fun! The children learn core dance skills which are developed and built upon as they progress through the grades. The lessons are based around a structured ISTD syllabus which involves learning set exercises as well as free dances, providing the children with the opportunity to take exams.
Tap
Tap is excellent for developing a sense of rhythm and musicality. The children find it great fun learning different rhythms and trying to re-create them with their feet. It also encourages appreciation and interaction with a different type of music. The classes are structured around an ISTD tap syllabus which provides the children with the opportunity to take exams.
Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD)
‘We are one of the world’s leading dance examination boards with the widest range of dance genres available.’ The ISTD is one of the two leading dance examination boards offering Ofqual recognised qualifications. In the UK many dance colleges use the ISTD syllabus. Dancers from these colleges go on to perform in the West End.
Fees
$38 for 45 minute class
$45 for a 60 minute class
Paid Termly
Term Dates
Term 1
11 weeks
12th August to 15th December 2024 (excluding half term)
Term 2
11 weeks
6th January to 28th March 2025 (excluding half term)
Term 3
11 weeks
14th April to 27th June (no half term)
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