In our Grade 1 modern classes, children of around 7 to 9 years learn basic modern dance technique as well as improving strength, flexibility and stamina. Artistic quality and musical awareness are also developed, focusing on contrasts in music and style.
At this level it is compulsory to learn Primary or Grade 1 tap alongside modern in order to develop rhythm and timing.
Boys who attend weekday Grade 1 modern classes, also attend our Boys Street (I) classes and this is an optional additional class for Saturday Boys.
Children work towards their ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance) Grade 1 modern examinations. In addition, we are sometimes able to offer our modern students the opportunity to take a freestyle modern dance examination.
After taking their Grade 1 modern examination, children move into Grade 2 modern. At this time, girls start Also see Commercial / Street dancing classes and boys move up into Boys Street (II).
Grade 1 Modern, Primary/Grade 1 Tap and Boys Street (I) Class Times Please refer to our timetable for class days and times for our Grade 1 modern, Primary tap and Boys Street (I) classes:► Class Times
Uniform for Grade 1 Modern, Primary/Grade 1 Tap and Boys Street (I) Please refer to our uniform list on the web page below for items required for modern and commercial / street classes. You will also find on this page, information about how to order a purple catsuit if your daughter is in Grade 4 modern plus: https://southlondondancestudios.co.uk/general-information/uniform-for-dance-classes/ After an initial period of half a term, your child must be wearing correct uniform. Most uniform items and all dance shoes must be purchased from a specialist dance shop. ‘Duo Dance’ in Herne Hill is the closest – 020 7274 4517. ‘Dancia’ in Covent Garden and ‘Julienne’ in Beckenham also stock some items of our uniform. We hold second hand uniform sales at the studios usually at the start of each term, please visit above web page for more information and refer to newsletters for forthcoming sale dates.► Uniform
Please note, the following additional fees:► Fees
30 minute class
£70
12 week term
45 minute class
£84
12 week term
60 minute class
£107
12 week term
75 minute class
£130
12 week term
Fees
Uniform