Preps Creative Ballet
The preps creative ballet class is a wonderful introduction to ballet with a focus on creativity. Children will learn ballet technique and through movement will help to develop their physical stamina, body coordination, strength, flexibility, expression and musicality. Creativity is explored to broaden the imagination such as dancing to a certain theme or story.
Preps Acro Dance
The preps acro class is a great introduction to acrobatics. Children work on strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and endurance through high energy game based exercises and activities and start to develop key acrobatic skills.
Preps Tap & Jazz Combo Class
The preps combo class is a great introduction to both tap and jazz in the one lesson. We do have some tap shoes that can be borrowed for this class if your child doesn’t have their own
Creative Ballet
Learn the basics of ballet while exploring choreographic elements in a safe, nurturing environment without the hassle and stress of exams and competitions.
Ballet doesn’t have to be stressful and focused on gold medals and top exam results. While that is perfect for some, there are others that just want to learn some technical skills, reap the physical benefits and have fun!
If you fit into this category, then Creative Ballet is for you!
Students learn basic ballet technique appropriate to their age and development and inspire their creative side by learning how to choreograph their own dances. This gives them ownership over their work and teaches them how to be an effective team member.
Ballet classes are a great way to get fit and are guaranteed to strengthen and condition your body. You will improve your cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, posture, balance and coordination.
Classes consist of cardio vascular warm up, barre and center work, combinations across the floor, stretching and cool down. A routine or phrase will be learnt and performed at the end of the term. While there will be an element of focus on correct technique, this class is about making ballet accessible to everyone, no matter what your skill level.
The goal is to develop dancers who move with expression, grace and feeling.
Jazz
Jazz Dance classes are great for fitness and loads of fun. Classes begin with a cardio vascular warm up then onto technical aspects such as kicks, turns, jumps, leaps etc. Students will learn combinations and work towards a routine to perform at the end of the term. Lessons always conclude with a cool down.
Fun, energetic and artistic movement performed to popular age appropriate music. Improves coordination, posture, flexibility.
The goal is to develop dancers who are engaged, dynamic and passionate.
Tap
Tap classes are so much fun and a great way for developing rhythm, musicality and stamina. Students will learn the fundamentals of tap dance along with terminology as well as rhythms, time steps, patterns, combos and routines!
Tap dance classes are great for the developing brain.
Acro
Acro classes are fun and energetic while developing flexibility, strength, control, stamina and focus. Classes are taught by skilled professionals and great care is taken to ensure safety is adhered to at all times. Students will learn cartwheels, handstands, rolls, walkovers etc.
The goal is to develop students who are confident in executing basic acrobatic techniques.
As Acro is a skill based class there are some pre-requisites to be considered prior to enrolling in the class. This is for the safety of the student, so they are developing the appropriate skills in accordance to their physically ability:
Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre classes are a great way to introduce students to the wonderful world of Musical Theatre and build their confidence in the areas of singing, dancing and acting in a safe, inclusive environment. Students partake in a broad range of fun activities to build and extend their skills in acting, dancing, and singing and are taught vocal technique with a touch of theory including stage skills. Classes commence with a vocal and physical warm up and we work on songs, scenes and choreography from an appropriate musical to perform at the end of year concert.
The goal is to develop confident performers who have an understanding and knowledge of the theatre and an appreciation of teamwork.
Hip Hop
Hip Hop classes are such a great way to keep fit and active!
This is a high-energy class that infuses the latest styles of street dancing. Classes encourage students to step outside of the box by bringing their own individual style and personality to the movements. This high energy class can be taught to anyone with a passion to move, so no dance experience is required.
Speech and Drama
Speech and Drama Private and Semi Private Lessons
*While ATADS do not offer dance examinations, we do offer Trinity College examinations in Acting and Speaking.
Please refer to the Trinity College website for more information.
Trinity College Examination Syllabus
*While ATADS do not offer dance examinations, we do offer Trinity College examinations in Drama and Musical Theatre.
Musical Theatre is one of the fastest growing areas of interest within the dramatic arts. The Trinity Musical Theatre Syllabus recognises this and supports development in musical theatre training internationally. The syllabus integrates well with other programmes and examinations in performance.
Grade examinations in Musical Theatre are available for solo, pair, and group work. The three disciplines that are examined in these syllabuses are singing, acting, and movement but, as is the nature of musical theatre, candidates need to demonstrate their ability in these skills through integrative performance.
The Musical Theatre Syllabus is available for all ages and levels from Grade 1 to Grade 8. Opportunities for young learners under the age of seven are provided by the Young Performers’ Certificate option.
Please refer to the Trinity College website for more information.