types of dance classes

From walking and able to follow basic instructions with the aid of a parent/guardian.

Age guide: 18 months – 2.5 years old.

Think of it as a parental pas de deux: a shared experience for you and your child to explore the joy of music and movement together. With balancing, twirling, and tiptoeing, Little Robins offers a gentle introduction to the structure of a ballet class, all with your support close by. And if you’re a little nervous, don’t worry… the spotlight is firmly on the children. No dancing is required from grown-ups!

This is an independent class. Children must be able to take part without a parent or carer in the studio.

2.5yrs – 4yrs

Ready for their solo? When your little one is confident enough to join in without a grown-up by their side, Demi Doves is the perfect next step. This independent ballet class blends imaginative storytelling with basic technique, helping young dancers take their first steps towards Royal Academy of Dance ballet grades.

5yrs – 18yrs

This class is aimed to improve physical strength, flexibility and dance technique. Children learn dance routines weekly in different genres of Jazz, exploring lyrical, contemporary, fast jazz and commercial.

10yrs+

An upbeat fun class working on technique and routines to current music. This class will increase stamina and strengthen muscle memory skills.

5yrs – 18yrs

Acro dance is a fusion of dance technique and gymnastics. The Acrobatic Arts programme is based on safe and effective progressions, with proven results in all five devisions of Acrobatics. Students will improve strength and flexibility in this class which helps create a strong all rounded dancer. We offer Acro classes in Chiswick and Wimbledon from Beginner – Advanced levels.

4.5yrs – 18yrs

Following the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) graded syllabi. Students move up through each level from Pre- Primary to Grade 8 or Intermediate Foundation to Solo Seal, entering the prestigious and world recognised ballet examinations and gain a certificate and medal for their achievement. We proudly hold a 100% pass rate with the RAD.