Theatre De La Danse

Curriculum

R.A.D. Classical Ballet

Ballet classes are conducted in the Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus (R.A.D.) for children in Prep and above. The R.A.D. syllabus develops technique, strength, confidence and artistry to the highest level. It is recommended that students in Grade 1 Ballet and above attend two Ballet classes per week. It is compulsory for students wishing to qualify to enter the R.A.D Ballet Examinations to attend two Ballet classes per week for Term 1, 2, 3 & 4 from Grade 1. It is compulsory for all students to attend two Ballet classes per week from Grade 4.

8 to 12 year old Beginner Ballet

This class is conducted for 8 to 12 year olds who have not previously learnt Ballet. It is designed to teach students the basics of Ballet technique in order to integrate them into the R.A.D. Grades classes.

Teen Beginner Ballet

Teen Beginner Ballet classes are conducted for teenagers who have not studied Ballet before or who have learnt a little at a younger age. These classes are designed to teach students the foundations of Classical Ballet.

Adult Ballet

Adult Ballet classes are conducted for beginners as well as those who are rusty and have wonderful memories of their student days. These classes are great for overall fitness and flexibility.

TinyTots Fairy Magic Ballet

Developed for children aged 2 ½ to 5, this syllabus teaches the magic of mime and dance through creativity. Loosely based on classical ballet it incorporates improvisation, mime, creativity, and coordination. There are 3 levels which are based on age. Students stay in the one level for the duration of the year unless advised by the office and teacher to progress to the next level.

Bopping Tots

This fun, fast dance class is designed for children aged 3 to 5, incorporating all the latest music trends loved by pre-schoolers. It is based on the jazz style of dance and incorporates rhythm and coordination.

Tap

Tap classes are conducted for children in Prep and above. Classes are designed to develop rhythm, coordination, technique, confidence, fitness, and presentation.

Teen Beginner Tap

Teen Beginner Tap classes are conducted for teenagers who have not studied tap before or who have learnt a little at a younger age. These classes are designed to teach students the foundations of Tap.

JazzFunk

JazzFunk classes are conducted for children in Prep and above. Classes are designed to develop the latest jazz and funk techniques, musicality, coordination, confidence, flexibility, and presentation.

SongStars

Songstars classes are conducted for children in Prep and above. Classes are designed to develop vocal and jazz dance techniques, rhythm, co-ordination, confidence and presentation.

Contemporary

Contemporary classes are conducted for Ballet students (from Grade 5 Ballet) to assist with the development of creative and expressive movement as well as enhance spatial and body awareness.

DanSrobics

DanSrobics classes are conducted for adults and cater for all abilities. These classes are a combination of Jazz dance and Aerobics and are great for fitness, flexibility and fun.

VCE Dance

VCE Dance Units 1, 2, 3 & 4 are taught by a VCE Dance Registered Provider and are offered to students in Year 10, 11 & 12 at school. For a V.C.E. Dance Prospectus please contact the office.