Nurturing talent since 1992.
At Art of Dance, we're more than a dance school – we're a family, where we shape well-rounded dancers, champion kindness, and forge lifelong friendships.
Discover the world of dance excellence at Art of Dance, with a comprehensive curriculum that caters to dancers of all ages and aspirations, fostering technical proficiency, nurturing creativity, and cultivating a profound appreciation for the art form.
Here at Art of Dance & Fitness, we are proud to offer world class training through our affiliations with the Royal Academy of Dance, and Royal Ballet School. Our affiliations offer a rare and distinct opportunity for dancers, providing access to prestigious renowned institutions, insightful mentorships from experienced professionals, and the opportunity to collaborate with fellow dancers, all contributing to their personal and professional advancement in the world of dance making it an invaluable choice for aspiring artists.
Our Classes.
At Art of Dance, we offer a diverse range of styles to learn, ensuring a dance experience as vibrant and dynamic as your imagination. Explore our diverse range of dance classes tailored to every skill level.
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Acro class combines acrobatic movements with dance techniques. Dancers will learn a series of tumbling and partnering skills. Acro emphasises strength, flexibility, and balance.
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Ballet is often used as a foundation for other dance genres and is a style we recommend starting with. In Ballet class, dancers will work both on and off syllabus and focus on technique, musicality, and creativity through a series of exercises at the barre, in the centre and through choreography.
NCDTA examinations are optional.
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Commercial class focuses on the latest trends and styles in street dance. Dancers will learn high-energy routines that incorporate elements of Hip-Hop, House, and Jazz Funk, often to popular music.
NCDTA examinations are optional.
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Contemporary dance class emphasises fluidity, emotional expression, and versatility. Dancers will learn a variety of movements and combinations, often incorporating floor work and improvisation. Contemporary is a modern dance style that combines elements of Ballet and Jazz, with fundamentals and techniques from dance artists such as Martha Graham.
Rambert grades coming soon.
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In drama class, students will learn the fundamentals of acting, including character development, improvisation, and script analysis. Students may also work on scene study, monologues, and audition techniques, as well as exploring a variety of theatre styles and genres.
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Jazz class focuses on style, rhythm, and performance. Dancers will learn various combinations and routines that incorporate technical work such as isolations, turns, and jumps. Jazz dance often incorporates elements of ballet and other styles and is frequently seen in musical theatre productions.
NCDTA examinations are optional.
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In musical theatre class, dancers will learn routines that incorporate Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Singing and Drama. Within this class, each year we will work on a production that will be showcased at the Customs House Theatre in South Shields.
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Within pointe class dancers will perform a series of ballet exercises and combinations that develop strength, control, and technique enabling them to progress onto pointe.
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In stretch and conditioning class, dancers will work on improving their flexibility, strength, and stamina through exercises, stretches and combinations. The class is often used as a supplement to other dance styles to help prevent injuries and improve performance.
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Tap class emphasises rhythm and timing through percussive footwork. Dancers will learn, both on and off syllabus, a series of steps and combinations, often to music that includes syncopated rhythms.
NCDTA examinations are optional.
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