Kids/Teens
All of our graded classes follow the IDTA (International Dance Teachers’ Association) exam syllabus and we take children from 6 years old. Most of our students graduate from our Poppets programme into our kids classes. However, we are happy to offer our dance classes to any child with or without prior dance experience. Students are encouraged to work through and complete the grades in succession as this ensures good technique. We like to combine both tap and theatre craft in our sessions, however, if it’s just one style you are interested in we are able to cater for your requirement. All graded classes are available for students 6 years and over.
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Graded Ballet
Ballet is the foundation of all good dancers and helps to promote good posture and strength. It is also important as it encourages self-discipline, self-expression and technical training. As this is a more specialised dance form, we have separate classes for children of all ages and grades.
Levels: Preparatory Grade | Primary Grade | Grade 1 | Grades 2 and 3 | Grades 4 and 5 / Intermediate / Pre-Associate 1
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Graded Tap
Tap is an exciting form of dance creating rhythmic patterns and timely beats. It increases fitness levels and flexibility whilst being percussive and self-expressive. Graded tap classes at Phillomena also allow your child to develop their musicality, balance and timing – learning their craft in a structured, safe and lively setting.
Levels: Preparatory Grade | Primary Grade | Grade 1 | Grades 2 and 3 | Grades 4 and 5
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Street
Freestyle/Street is a highly energetic dance subject and a great way to express your own style to upbeat music and rhythms. It involves a fusion of different body, arm and hand movements and follows the modern trends of pop music and dance including “Street”. A very popular dance style here at Phillomena and the IDTA syllabus allows us to not only dance as individuals, but also in duets and groups, helping to build those all important social and communicating life skills.
Classes held for children of all ages and abilities – Examinations available
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Musical Theatre
Our NEW Musical Theatre classes combine singing, drama and dance. We aim to explore different musicals throughout the decades, choosing a new genre every half term.
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Theatre Craft
Theatre Craft is a form of modern theatre dance with artistic interpretation which includes strengthening, conditioning, flexibility and technical exercises. Here at Phillomena our Theatre Craft classes incorporate many musical genres, as the syllabus allows us to explore all styles of Theatre dance, Bollywood, Charleston, Cha Cha Cha and more.
Levels: Preparatory Grade | Primary Grade | Grade 1 | Grades 2 and 3 | Grades 4 and 5
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Contemporary
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 movement. Our newest recreational class here at Phillomena and proving to be very popular – a great asset if your child is thinking of taking a GCSE in dance. Classes held for children aged 10-15 years
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Junior Acro
With programmes like ‘So You think You Can Dance!’, ‘Dance Moms’ & ‘The Next Step’ to name but a few – dance has now been taken to a whole different level. Kids all over the globe want to elevate their dance skills by performing aerials, walk overs, back handsprings & so much more. Our new Junior Acro Classes follow the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus, which is a comprehensive programme that progresses all the required elements, to enable the student to safely develop through the grades & therefore help avoid injury.