Grade 1 Ballet (8 - 11yrs)
Saturday 10:45am - 11:30am
Finchley Youth Centre,
142 High Road,
East Finchley ,
N2 9ED view map
The Grade 1 Ballet class is the first formal level in the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) Graded Syllabus. This class builds on the foundations of ballet technique, focusing on artistry, musicality, and performance skills while fostering discipline and a love of dance.
Key Features of the Class:
• Foundational Ballet Technique: Students develop strength, balance, coordination, and posture through structured barre and centre exercises.
• Rhythm and Musicality: Emphasis is placed on accurate timing, dynamic quality, and expressive movement set to diverse musical styles.
• Artistic Expression: Dancers explore storytelling and emotional expression through choreography and character work.
• Physical Skills: Exercises focus on flexibility, strength, and alignment to support safe dance practice.
• Partner and Group Work: Opportunities to dance in pairs or groups promote teamwork and spatial awareness.
Exam Preparation:
The class prepares students for the Grade 1 RAD Examination or Class Award, which includes performing a series of set exercises, short enchaînements, and dances. The assessment emphasizes technical accuracy, musicality, and performance skills in a supportive setting.
Goals:
• Establish a solid technical foundation for further graded levels.
• Develop confidence and stage presence through performance preparation.
• Nurture an appreciation for classical ballet and its artistic qualities.
This class is ideal for young dancers seeking to deepen their ballet training and progress through the RAD syllabus in an inspiring and structured environment.
Price:
£32.90 per month
This class is covered by a regular payment every month.
Subscription: SUBSCRIPTION TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Fixation Academy runs in accordance with school term times. Your payment plan covers all fees for the year. Any extra rehearsals that may be requested by Fixation Academy during the lead up to performances will fall within the subscription monthly fee and will NOT result in any additional charges. Additional events hosted by Fixation Academy, including parties, taster days and holiday camps are not included within your subscription fee and are at an additional, optional cost.
Class fees are calculated by the number of classes in the year, split into 11 affordable monthly payments during months September-July. Fees are still due during term holidays (excluding the month of August). Fees are payable on the 1st of every month for the month ahead. If you start half way through a month, you will be charged a 'cover fee' for the number of classes attended before your subscription starts. E.g if you join mid September, your first subscription payment will be due on 1st October, and will include a 'cover fee' for the number of classes you attended in September, plus your normal subscription amount for October.
If your child wishes to change or cancel a class, please give one month’s written notice via email to subscriptions@fixationacademy.co.uk. Your subscription payment will be cancelled after the one month (4 weeks) notice period. Please note, we are unable to refund any already paid subscription fees. Our cancellation policy will apply at all times.
Please note all students taking part in our yearly show will need to pay an additional non-refundable Show Fee of £50.00. This includes a Fixation Show T-shirt as well as hire of selected costumes worn during the show. This is charged within the Spring Term and parents and carers will be notified by email when this amount is due. If payment of the Show Fee is not met by the set deadline, your child will not be included in the yearly show.
3 sessions Sat 04 Jul 26 Sat 11 Jul 26 Sat 18 Jul 26
If your child hasn't been before and you would like to take them along to try the class we offer a trial - it costs £9.75 for . This trial can start on any of the next 2 sessions.
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