ISTD Ballet

Classical Ballet continues to be at the heart of solid dance training and has defined the foundation techniques used in other dance genres.
It is a highly technical form of dance and requires years of training to learn and master and much practise to retain proficiency. However, in a good school, children can learn the fundamentals of ballet through structured, positive and fun teaching, capturing their love of dance forever!

The Academy teaches ballet from 3 years old in our preschool classes. We then follow the ISTD syllabus from Primary through to Intermediate. We also offer Dinky Dancers from walking, which introduces basic Ballet through a fabulous class with Mummy or carer.

ISTD Modern

A very popular form of dance loved by all pupils. It is an ever-changing genre that takes influences from current theatrical trends. The style uses travelling steps, high energy kicks, leaps and turns which all need good technique, strength and flexibility.

Modern is very popular with children in the Academy and with the ISTD having a fantastic syllabus to follow, it supports all other genres perfectly.

The Academy teaches ISTD Primary grade through to Intermediate/ Advanced 1.

ISTD Tap

“A percussive conversation with the feet”…………..and a very noisy class!!

The Academy encourages strong tap technique and prides itself on being at the forefront of delivering excellent American style Tap.

Tap is taught using a diverse selection of music and with a relaxed, rhythmical style being very important. It links in perfectly with all the other genres and helps with the musicality of our students.

The Academy teaches ISTD Primary grade through to Intermediate/ Advanced 1. Bronze, Silver and Gold Tap awards are also studied.

Acrobatic Arts

The children learn basic Acrobatics skills with careful, informative teaching that encourages safe practice and longevity in the young dancer’s body. The class helps to develop strength and flexibility and follows logical and effective progressions, leading towards more sophisticated skills after a number of years.

The Acrobatics Arts Syllabus was developed with input from professionals and experts in ballet, modern dance, jazz, contortion, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, yoga, pilates, physiotherapy, hand balancing and more which is why it is proving to be so successful. The children love these classes as they are challenging, rewarding and most of all lots of fun. 

Musical Theatre

If your child loves to sing, act and dance then this is the class for them! Through the exploration of musical theatre songs, scripts, physical theatre and drama activities, pupils learn to express themselves and become more confident, developing their imagination and creativity. 

This class is a way to let those dramatic characters shine through whilst learning teamwork and plenty of acting skills.

Boys Classes

We at the Academy LOVE boys! We are passionate about the training of boys and pushing the boundaries and stigmas that still sadly exist today. Our bespoke BOYS CREW class, for boys only, from 5 years to 11 years, is a perfect place for boys to try a general dance class and gain the confidence, knowledge and acceptance they need to attend more classes on the timetable. Our teaching approach to boys is very different from that of a girls-only class. Understanding the needs of boys is key to success and we would love for you to come and try a class and see how amazing it is! Boys love to be strong, physical, active and stimulated in a structured and energetic environment. That's exactly what we at the FEAD offer! Book your place now!