OUR CLASSES
WHETHER IT'S FOR FUN, OR IN READINESS FOR FULL TIME DANCE TRAINING, WE HAVE LOTS OF CLASSES ON OFFER FOR EVERYONE!
Our
mission:
to provide a very high quality of teaching throughout all disciplines.
Our vision: to encourage and nurture students giving them the confidence to grow and become independent, passionate dancers.
Our aim: to provide a happy and caring atmosphere in which students can flourish and achieve their full potential.
Our
approach: is reflected in our excellent examination results and our record of success in the
profession. Initially children enrol because they want to have fun or because they enjoy moving to music at home, however as they move through the school some students take their dancing more seriously and wish to pursue a career in the dance industry. KCDS caters for all of these needs.
At KCDS we organise students by age range into five branches throughout the school, Pre-School, Minis, Juniors, Intermediates and Seniors. Each age range offers a variety of different classes, so students are able to experience as much variety as possible from an early age.
Our classes focus on building a strong technique and encouraging personal best in a supportive and caring environment where young dancers can flourish and share the art of dance. Students have the opportunity to be examined in their work by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) for Ballet and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD) for Modern and Tap Dance.
With classes held in our purpose-built, fully equipped dance studios with mirrors, barres in Purley, KCDS provides a truly professional location for training.
Age ranges are provided as a guide. There may be some instances where students are able to attend classes outside of their age range but this will be at the discretion of the Studio Director.
If you would like to know more please don’t hesitate to contact us!
PRE SCHOOL (2 - 4 Years)
Our Pre-School dance class is all about enjoying the magic of dance! Let us introduce your child to a new experience through our lessons that nurture imagination and provide an innovative introduction into the world of dance. Classes are taught by experienced and caring staff and are an excellent way for our youngest dancers to develop physical ability, improve coordination and promote creativity, as well as boosting social skills and self confidence.
MINIS (5 - 7 Years)
Our Mini classes are specially designed to intoduce our youngest students to dance in an imaginative and exciting way, guranteed to inspire them.
Our Combo classes offer students the opportunity to explore both Ballet & Tap and the prime aim of these sessions is to have fun whilst learning!
JUNIORS (7 - 10 Years)
Students move into the Junior School following Combo 3. Classes available for this age range include RAD Ballet, ISTD Tap, Jazz & Lyrical, Drama & Singing and Acrobatic Arts.
There really is something for everyone at KCDS.
Intermediates (10 - 13 Years)
Our Intermediate classes are aimed at children preparing to transition to Secondary school. They build upon the foundations learnt in the Junior programme to develop their skills and technique.
Classes available for this age range include RAD Ballet including Pre-Pointe, ISTD Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Commercial, Drama & Singing and Acrobatic Arts.
SENIORS & VOCATIONAL (14 Years+)
We offer a range of examination classes, together with a wide programme of non-syllabus classes aimed at developing all round performers.
Classes offered include RAD Ballet, ISTD Modern and Tap, Jazz, Commercial, Contemporary and Acrobatic Arts.
At this level, students have the opportunity to be invited into our Vocational Programme which includes Pointe Work. Teen beginners are able to join us from Grade 4 Level. Our dedicated teachers will engage and teach your dancer with knowledge, care and passion.
