RAD Ballet

Ballet is the foundation for all styles of dance and at KCDS we strongly promote the study of Ballet alongside other classes.

Our teachers are passionate and our students love coming to class, not only for the chance to learn a new skill, but also to make new friends in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

RAD Grades 1 – 8 Ballet

These structured classes help to develop students’ physical skills, stamina, creativity, expression and musicality using a range of movements and musical styles.

Royal Academy of Dance Examinations or Class Awards are offered to students who are the correct age, prepared and ready after four terms. Class Awards and examinations are optional.

Students will work through the charming RAD system which consists of three dance disciplines: Ballet, the foundation and the most important part of the syllabus. Free Movement, influenced by and incorporating movements in common with other dance styles such as Natural Movement, Contemporary and Classical Greek Dance. Character,  the theatrical presentation of national dance using original ethnic dance and music which has been freely adapted for the theatre.

Please contact the office for which grade depending on age and experience.

PBT & Pre-Pointe program

Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is an innovative body-conditioning and strengthening program that has been designed to enhance students’ classical technique by focussing on training the muscle memory required in each exercise. PBT helps teachers around the world prepare their students to receive the strength they need to achieve their personal best.

Pre-Pointe training will also be included in the PBT Class for ballet students to further develop and strengthen muscles necessary to go en pointe.

Our new teacher Rose, will stress correct alignment and classical technique and will incorporate thera-bands in specific exercises. Each dancer will be assessed for Pointe readiness - Core Strength, Rotation and Turn Out, Alignment and Balance. 

Dancers will also be required to practice their exercises at home.

This class is suitable for students Grade 3 and above.

ISTD Tap

Tap dance is a unique blend of skill, technique and music! These classes are a great choice for developing great balance and coordination, a sense of rhythm and for strengthening the feet and legs.

Students study the ISTD syllabus students alongside free combinations to encourage quick thinking and the opportunity to learn new steps. Classes are fun, dynamic and noisy! New students are advised to start in Grade 1 in order to build upon correct technique and learn the vocabulary.

Dancers wishing to increase their tap knowledge can do through taking examinations or these classes can just be taken for fun!

Please contact the office for which grade depending on age and experience.

JAZZ & Lyrical 1 & 2

Modern Jazz Dance allows our students to really express themselves in an amalgamation of various styles of dance and music. It is an excellent class for students wanting to develop dance performance and technique.

This is a fun, energetic class which incorporates lots of different steps including leaps, fast turns and explosive kicks. Classes improve coordination and help to build flexibility and strength. Students will be taught various styles of choreography and work towards group routines.

From Grade 1 children will develop the foundations required to progress through the ISTD grades in Modern and or Jazz should they wish to. Dancers who wish to take exams can do although it is recommended that these students also take Ballet classes.

Please contact the office for which grade depending on age and experience.

Acrobatic arts

Our Acrobatic Arts classes include balancing, limbering, tumbling and partnering, with a focus on flexibility, contortion and strength. If you like to tumble, cartwheel and balance then this class is for you.

We are trained in the prestigious Acrobatic Arts Syllabus. Commitment to attendance and home practice outside of the studio is essential in order to progress. It is compulsory to attend classes in other dance styles at KCDS alongside the Acrobatic Arts classes. 

Students will be graded in class groups by ability depending on skills and technique. Please contact us to discuss which group will be right for your child.

Please contact the office for which grade depending on age and experience.

Junior Drama & Singing

This class produces a variety of musical theatre numbers from a wide selection of shows, with a wide variety of options for performances including competitions and special events. Our students receive training from industry professionals, learning complex harmonies and how to harmonise as a group, west end style choreography and techniques, and how to perform as an ensemble. Students will also have the chance to grab the limelight with a solo or two!

Classes are held on a Tuesday evening at Warlingham Park School.

Stretch, strength & KLT

This brilliant, new program will focus on the foundation of Jazz Technique while building your strength and flexibility. It’s an essential class for students who want to see results and make constant progress in their dance training.

This class does not focus on choreography and does not rehearse a performance piece for the show.

This class is held on a Saturday from 12:45 - 1:30pm at Warlingham Park School.