Upstage Dance Studio - dance classes available
Jazz
JAZZ is an upbeat style of dance that is done to current pop music. It is a highly technical form of dance, is a lot of fun and very entertaining. Jazz embodies many styles of dance, it prepares the students for the industry as it is used in many film clips, commercials and stage shows.Upstage Dance encourages students taking jazz class to partake in one ballet class a week.
BALLET
BALLET is a very traditional, technical style of dance and is at the heart of many other styles. Our classes include barre work and centre practice. Children gain strength, control, posture and coordination. Upstage Dance teaches British Ballet Organisation syllabus (BBO).
TAP
TAP dancing is a fun energetic style of dance where dancers use their feet to make rythms and sound with the metal plates on their shoes. Timing is a big factor in tap which can be used in all other forms of dance.
ACROBATICS
ACROBATICS gives dance a whole new element, using balance, coordination, flexibility and tumbling. Our acrobatics classes cater to beginner and advanced level. It can be used in other forms of dance as well and has become highly popular in jazz and contemporary dance.
HIP HOP
HIP HOP is quickly becoming one of the most popular forms of dance. There are different types of hip hop, hard hitting movements or smooth controlled isolations. It is seen in most current film clips & movies.
CONTEMPORARY
CONTEMPORARY dance explores many different aspects: patterning, storytelling, music appreciation, musicality. It combines the strong technical styles of Jazz and Classical Ballet with an aim to develop full fluidity within the body. This class is suitable for both Intermediates and Seniors
musical theatre
MUSICAL THEATRE s a form of theatrical performance that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting and dance. The story and emotional content of a musical are communicated through words, music, movement and technical aspects of the entertainment as an integrated whole.
LITTLE STARS
LITTLE STARS classes are filled with fun, energy, colours, music and lots of dancing. Fun and educational – great for development of gross motor skills and confidence. The Little Stars love coming to dancing each week and always leave with smiles on their faces, suitable for both boys and girls
PRIVATE LESSONS
PRIVATE LESSONS are for those more serious students that wish to develop more technique and gain more performance experience. To qualify for a private lesson the student must take at least one Ballet class a week
SHOW GROUP
SHOW GROUP is of a high standard and perform at many eisteddfods and local events. Dancers must partake in at least one Ballet class a week. This class is by invite only and all students must be available for all eisteddfods and performances for UDS