Dance Classes

Introduction To Dance

Does your child love to move?  Why not come along and let them experience different styles of dance from ballet to street, lyrical to jazz and much more!  This is a great way to develop your child’s independence – if your child allows, you can sit and relax with a cup of coffee and a biscuit whilst they enjoy their class! 

 

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Street Dance

Classes are aimed at ages 2-18 years old and are a great way to get energised to popular kids’ songs. Many different forms of street dance are covered in this class such as: Hip-hop, house, commercial and freestyle! Children will gain an understanding of the basic social grooves and techniques, which are then incorporated into show routines. This is a very popular and fun class and a great way to build confidence.

 

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Lyrical Dance

Classes are aimed at ages 4 -18 years. Lyrical combines the foundations of ballet and modern dance, focusing on expression and storytelling through dance movement and connecting with the lyrics of a song. Classes consist of technical exercises and inspiring dance routines. We incorporate the use of props and improvisation to help encourage children’s creativity.

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Adult Dance

Here at BALPA, we now offer adult dance classes. If you're looking for a way to keep fit, have fun and make friends then this is for you! Our adult dance classes offer a mixture of styles from street to disco, musical theatre and more. Our classes have been in such demand that we have now added in an extra class this term. If the classes happen to be full,  there is a waiting list available so don't miss out.

 

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Quiet Street Dance

Here at BALPA we understand that some children struggle with crowded and noisy classes.  Whether diagnosed with an additional need or not, this could be the class for your child.  The class will be limited to a maximum of 10 students and with a very low level of music (children are welcome to wear headphones if it helps them) and taught by a tutor with not only great dance skills, but also who has experience of working with children with a variety of additional needs.  These classes will be 60 minutes long and parents can wait in our café-style reception area enjoying a cup of tea or coffee during the class so they are on hand if needed, but also giving the child space to be independent where they are able to be.  

 

These classes are being run in partnership with Jigsaw, Thornbury and there will be a Jigsaw staff member supporting every session.

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If you wish to apply for a bursary place click here.

 

 

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