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Primary Ballet (I) & (II) and Graded Ballet Classes (for children in Year 3 and above)

Children without any experience in ballet can join our Primary ballet classes when they are in school year 3 and 4, or our Grade 1 ballet classes when they are in school year 5 plus.

Through carefully structured classes, we teach correct technique and aim to achieve the highest standards relative to each individual’s physique and ability.  Ballet is superb for developing excellent posture, strength, stamina and flexibility.

We strive to develop sense of performance, musicality, exceptional classical line and quality of movement, alongside encouraging freedom of expression, particularly in the lower grades.

Our classes are enjoyable and rewarding but require discipline, commitment and dedication.  Our teachers provide a caring and supportive environment in which our students can thrive.

Students with the necessary experience can start to work towards ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance) Imperial Classical Ballet Graded examinations up to Grade 6 and students who show outstanding potential, may be asked by the Principal to commence work on Vocational examinations (up to Advanced 1 level). Pointe work is normally introduced for girls when they move into Grade 5 ballet or at commencement of Vocational work.

For children in Grade 1 ballet and higher, it is necessary to attend two ballet classes per week in order to enter for ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance) examinations.  Also, National Dance classes are compulsory for all children in Primary and Grade 1 ballet.  At Grade 2 ballet and above, it is necessary to attend weekly Strength & Technique classes, adding Power & Skills classes when reaching Grade 4 ballet.

As all dance forms complement each other, to enhance their learning in ballet, we recommend that children also learn tap and modern dance.

► Class Times

Primary Ballet (I) & (II) and Graded Ballet Classes – Times

Please click the link below to see our Primary Ballet (I) & (II) and Graded Ballet classes on our timetable:

Studio Timetable

Or you can contact us at sldsupperschool@gmail.com or submit an enquiry form and we will get back to you with class days and times.

► Uniform

Please refer to our Upper School uniform list using the webpage below:

Uniform 

You can also use the link above to find out more information about our second hand uniform sales which usually happy at the studios at the start of each term.

► Fees

Please refer to the link below for for our current class fees.

Fees

 

 

Enquiry Form

Please note: if you are enquiring for more than one child, you will need to complete and submit separate forms for each child.

  • Please give details, including:
    - number of years of dance experience
    - current number of hours of dance lessons per week
    - current dance school
    - current level
    - examinations taken (examining board, grade, result)
  • Please indicate which class (es) you would prefer, stating class day and time where possible (refer to full timetable), and include any compulsory classes with your chosen genre. Also, please let us know any other relevant information so that we can offer you the most suitable combination of classes. Please note: we do not offer trial lessons at SLDS. However, it is usually possible to arrange to watch a class in advance of enrolment.

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