What is ballet? Why learn ballet?
Ballet is a classical dance form originated from Europe, it started as a court dance but eventually developed into a performing arts in theatre. It’s the most important dance training in the world, as ballet gives the most scientific, strictest ，systematic, and well-rounded training. （ie Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker）
What is modern Jazz? Why learn Jazz?
Modern Jazz is the most popular and entertaining Jazz form nowadays. It blends classical Jazz, broadway, modern, ballet and hip-hop together. Students learn not only dance with techniques but also with their unique personal styles. Learning modern Jazz provides dance training with strict routine and fun. Usually ballet training is added in class. (ie High School Musical, Cats, Hairspray)
Benefits of learning dance?
Dance improves 1) body posture 2) body co-ordination and flexibility 3) musicality 4) confidence with oneself 5) relationships with others 6) self-disciplines 7) could be a good life-long hobby
What are RAD and CSTD?
RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) is dance examination board from England, and CSTD (Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing) from Australia. They both are international recognized dance examination systems. The grading and marking system are very much similar. The students who wish to pass the exam must learn the syllabus and show good performance. Their professional certificates help students in pursuing a career in dance or dance teaching.
Do you send students for exams?
Students who achieve at least 80% of attendance and perform excellent in classes will be encouraged to take external exams. Those who don’t fulfill the requirement might progress to the next grade according by teacher’s opinions.
Kids learn ballet will walk with turn-out?
Turn-out is the most important part in the training. However we never teach students to walk turn-out in their everyday life. They are encouraged to walk in good posture and natural parallel legs.
Will their legs get thick?
Students will gain strong and lean muscles with correct and strict dance training. Teacher will give correct instructions to students. Students who work correctly and hard will no gain extra bulk muscles around their legs.
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