Jane Coleman School Dance Classes
Classical Ballet
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Ballet classes concentrate on the core concepts for classical ballet such as technique, strength, flexibility, posture and musicality. Starting with pre-school ballet through to advanced or adult ballet, all dancers are encouraged to learn the basic foundations that will allow them to progress through from the barre to dancing on pointe.
We follow the IDTA syllabus from Preparatory and pointe classes start from grade 5 and above.
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There is also an Adult Ballet class.
Tap
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Tap is a fun style of dance that focuses on rhythm, tempo and musicality - a great workout for body and mind!
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We offer Classical Tap classes with the IDTA syllabus and a chance to take examinations. Our adult open tap classes combine styles from Classical tap,Broadway and Jazz Tap.
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Ages 5+ welcome
Modern Contemporary Jazz
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Our modern jazz classes are based on the IDTA syllabus and candidates are offered the chance to enter examinations. Dancers develop movements with a broad choice of varying rhythms and musical styles. Classes are structured to increase the physical strength and flexibility required to demonstrate emotion through interpretation of any musical genre. Modern jazz is fantastic base for all form of jazz dance.
Freestyle
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These fun classes incorporate modern jazz technique without the syllabus. Expect up tempo modern music with lots of jumps, kicks and fun routines.
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Suitable for ages 6+
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Adult Ballet Fitness & Stretch
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This class is open to adults and teens of any level - no dance experience needed. Built on the classical ballet form, this class will incorporate a floor stretch and Ballet exercises. We focus on creating long lean muscles, posture, core strength and increasing flexibility