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DANCE IS FOR EVERYONE
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The intrinsic values offered by dance have been well researched and documented and form an important positive contribution to a young life, imparting such life skills as personal responsibility, self knowledge, teamwork, self-discipline, confidence, creativity, the ability to problem solve and a flexible approach to learning and life. We would strongly encourage students to take part in a dance programme during their school years, as an important part of their physical and aesthetic education curriculum.
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| CLASSICAL BALLET |
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Ballet is a graceful and structured dance form which also provides the basic foundation for many other kinds of dance. It improves posture, develops poise and coordination and the refined quality and control of the body achieved through the discipline of ballet technique. Expressive quality of movement is achieved as well as body toning and muscle development and above all enjoyment.
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| JAZZ DANCE |
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Jazz dance can be described as the grace of ballet and the life of modern with a sprinkle of Jazz music. It combines the fluid movements and classical technique of ballet with the technical aspects of a variety of popular and street music, using the body as an instrument to interpret the various styles. Forms of Jazz include the rhythmic and stylish Modern Jazz which contains elements of Hip Hop, and the clean lines of Jazz Ballet. In these dance forms, rhythm and expression are incorporated, while strength and flexibility are increased and students develop a confident performance style.
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| TAP DANCE |
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Tap is a great way to exercise, to develop rhythm, style and coordination and is an easily accessible dance form for all ages. CSTD Preliminary and Medal Tests are offered, beginning with Preliminary 1 which introduces basic barre and centre exercises, simple combinations and a tap dance. This gives students a real feeling of achievement and prepares them for the intricacies of more advanced steps and choreography.
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| ACROBATICS |
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This Syllabus caters for both boys and girls, and is designed to strengthen and stretch the body to enable the performance of movements known as acrobatic "tricks." It combines these movements to rhythm, and the end result is flexibility and balance. Preliminary 1 & 2 introduces basic exercises which use all the different parts of the body and help to strengthen them. Great care is taken to prepare the flexibility of the body, and the need to do preparatory exercises which achieve this over a period of time is essential. The strength and balance required to perform tricks is gradually developed through the Grades, and there is a progression seen as the exercises increase in complexity and length and are linked together, culminating in the performance of Acrobatic Dance.
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| NATIONAL DANCE |
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Children are introduced to National dance from Grade 2 level in the Classical Syllabus, but it is not required for examination until Grade 5. It is important for several reasons: it allows students to identify with their own culture or to learn about that of another; it emphasizes self-expression and enjoyment; it introduces partnering skills and group work; it enhances aspects of technique; it teaches rhythm and often intricate footwork.
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THE EXAMINATION SYLLABI
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| CLASSICAL BALLET SYLLABUS |
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The Classical
Ballet Syllabus is a comprehensive training system from Pre-Grades
to teaching qualifications.
Printed
music, CDs and videotapes are available to members.
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The Pre-Grades Syllabus covers:
- Pre-Ballet
Pre-Ballet is the Foundation of Technique and prepares students for the work in the Grades. Children also learn to mime, which develops into self-expression. It is an introduction to the examination room in the form of a performance test and to build confidence in the child.
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- Primary Ballet
Primary is the Development of Technique. Here children learn to listen and to recognize different rhythms in music, which will develop into musicality in their dancing. It gives them the ability to feel the movement and to dance with freedom and enjoyment.
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The Grades Syllabus covers:
- Grade 1 to Grade 6
- Dorothy Gladstone Award (Public Performance)
and caters for Girls & Boys from 6 years of age upwards. Demi-Character and National Character styles are also included.
This Syllabus was fully revised recently and features 118 pieces of original music especially composed for the Syllabus.
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The Major Classical Syllabus covers:
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Sub Elementary
- Elementary
- Intermediate
- Premiere
Danseuse/Premiere Danseur
- Martin
Rubinstein Award (Public Performance)
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The Teaching Syllabus covers:
- Teaching
Certificate
Candidates who have passed Elementary may sit for this examination.
- Teaching
Diploma
Candidates who have passed the Teaching Certificate and Intermediate
may sit for this examination.
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| MODERN JAZZ SYLLABUS |
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- Pre Jazz & Junior Jazz
- Grade 1-Grade 8
- Public Examinations
- Teaching Qualifications
This Syllabus caters for candidates from 4 years of age upwards.
CD's & DVD's are available to members.
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| JAZZ BALLET SYLLABUS |
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- Primary to Grade 5
- The Jazz Award
This Syllabus caters for candidates from 7 years of age upwards.
CD's & VCD's are available to members.
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| TAPPING SYLLABUS |
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- Preliminary 1 & 2
- Elementary Medals
- Intermediate Medals
- Advanced Medals
- Public Examinations
- Teaching Qualifications
This Syllabus caters for candidates from 5 years of age upwards.
CD's & DVD's are available to members.
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| THEATRICAL & ACROBATICS SYLLABUS |
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This Syllabus focuses on performance and is broad-based, covering several different dance styles. Students commence examinations in two subjects and then progress to three. It is available from the age of four years, as the Tiny Tots Medal Syllabus, up to adult and teaching qualifications. Dance styles covered are:
- Classical Ballet & National Character
- Jazz Ballet & Contemporary
- Tap
- Acrobatics (also Preliminary 1 & 2 Medal Tests for candidates from 5 years of age)
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| HIGHLAND DANCE SYLLABUS |
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- Primary to Grade 4
- Junior & Senior Medals
- Public Examinations
- Teaching qualifications
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| BALLROOM (DANCESPORT) SYLLABUS |
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- Latin American
- Modern
- Australian New Vogue
- English Old Time
Medal tests and professional Teachers'
Diplomas in all styles.
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