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# The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts

Guernsey's Specialist Dance Academy

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- [What's New at The Academy of Dance & Theatre Arts?](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/whats-new-at-the-academy-of-dance-theatre-arts/)
- [Autumn term newsletter 2022](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/autumn-term-newsletter-2022/) - Ahead of our end of term ❄️ I thought I'd send a quick email with a few diary dates for you all. Our whole school watching week will be taking place from Monday 5th-Sunday 11th December (this does not include solo/duet slots). Parents are welcome to come in and watch all their children have been learning this term. Please
- [Summer term newsletter 2022](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/summer-term-newsletter-2022/)
- [January 2022 Newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/january-2022-newsletter/) - Just a quick reminder that we're back to our weekly lessons again from Saturday 8th January! Classes will run through to Friday 18th February, before breaking for our half term week 19th-27th February, then we will break for the Easter holidays on Thursday 7th April. Guidelines After school activities have not been given any new
- [Spring 2022 newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/spring-2022-newsletter/) - Dear Parents/Guardians, We hope you have had a lovely first week back in the studios! We would like to start 2022 off with something fresh and exciting for our students, which has never been done before in Guernsey. We have joined together with KD Dance to offer an exclusive opportunity for Year 7 + and/or
- [Spring/Summer term 2021 newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/spring-summer-term-2021-newsletter/) - Thank you for your patience while we finalised our timetable this week ready for being back at the studio from Monday 22nd March! First of all I'd like to say thank you for all of your support throughout our second lockdown. Although not everyone elected to take Zoom classes this time, it's been great to
- [September 2019-July 2020 timetable of classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/september-2019-july-2020-timetable-of-classes/) - (click the image to enlarge)
- [Autumn term newsletter 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/autumn-term-newsletter-2019/) - We hope all students have had a restful and fun summer holiday, and are ready and raring to go for the term ahead! Kit collection and open day Our kit collection afternoon and open day is on Friday 6th September. Please attend between the hours of 14.30-18.00 to be fitted for any new shoes/leotards required
- [Tapathon 2019!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/tapathon-2019/) - Thank you to those of you who have registered an interest in taking part in the Tapathon this November. Having reviewed the routine I think all students in Grade 2 upwards should be fine to learn the full routine, and any students in Grade 1 or Primary/adult tappers wishing to take part should contact me
- [Draft Autumn term 2019 timetable](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/draft-autumn-term-2019-timetable/) - Please click to enlarge image
- [Summer term newsletter 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/summer-term-newsletter-2019/) - Please click on images to enlarge them
- [Class uniform](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/1561/) - This is a gentle reminder that only academy t-shirts and hoodies, black/pink cross-over cardigans, plain black t-shirts, or Tapathon t-shirts are appropriate to wear in class over the top of dance wear.
- [School concerts 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/school-concerts-2019/) - Thank you to everyone that supported our school by attending our concerts 2019, I hope you have throughly enjoyed watching the sheer level of talent that our school has! In the front of our programme I mentioned most of this year’s goings on and achevements, but I also need to mention the Guernsey festival of
- [Guernsey Festival of Dance 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-festival-of-dance-2019/) - After an amazing week at the Guernsey Festival of Dance, we are so proud to be able to report the following placings and trophies! Trophies Ewan Mauger - Joanne Fletcher Cup for most promising competitor 13 & under 20 Jemima Vhadra - Joyce Down Trophy for Classical Greek under 13yrs 1st Scarlett Mauger &
- [Groups dress rehearsal at BSJ 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/groups-dress-rehearsal-at-bsj-2019/)
- [ADTA Concerts 2019](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/adta-concerts-2019/)
- [Festival of Dance 2019: Festival pack & Newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/festival-of-dance-2019-festival-pack-newsletter/) - Dear Parents, I hope you have all had a lovely, restful Christmas and New Year. In this letter I have enclosed everything you could want to know about the upcoming Dance Festival. Ballet shoes, tights, and socks These will be fitted and handed out during the first couple of weeks of term. Please save them
- [Updated terms & conditions of enrolment](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/updated-terms-conditions-of-enrolment/) - By signing this form I acknowledge and agree the following: Upon leaving the Academy one term’s notice in writing is required, otherwise 50% of the term’s fees are owed in lieu as we will not be able to fill your child’s place in class. Classes cancelled due to exams or teacher absence will be refunded or an
- [Studio Open Day 2017](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/studio-open-day-2017/) - Why not pop down to the ADTA studio, next to the Indoor Sports Centre, tomorrow afternoon and find out which classes would suit your budding Ginger Rogers or Darcy Bussell, Wayne Sleep or Fred Astaire? Meet your teachers and head girls, take a look around our fabulous studios, and purchase kit. There is plenty
- [Dance exam results 2017](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/dance-exam-results-2017/) - Huge congratulations to all students that took ISTD dance exams in July 2017. We achieved a 100% pass rate yet again, and our seniors that took vocational, professional level exams received Distinctions! In total, the 34 children that took exams received 9 distinctions, 29 merits and 6 passes - results that everyone should be very
- [Modern, tap & ballet exam timetables July 2017](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/modern-tap-ballet-exam-timetables-july-2017/) - Please aim to arrive between 45mins-1hr prior to the exam time start
- [September 2017-July 2018 timetable](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/september-2017-july-2018-timetable/)
- [Summer Term 2017 newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/summer-term-2017-newsletter/)
- [Adult Ballet Fusion class!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/adult-ballet-fusion-class/)
- [Jersey Eisteddfod 2016 Round-up](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/jersey-eisteddfod-2016-round-up/) - Huge congratulations to our Jersey 2016 away team for all of their achievements last week! The competition was extremely stiff and of a very high standard - however I am so proud of how everyone coped with dancing on a new stage with no prior rehearsal time, and often under rather stressful conditions. Below is
- [Autumn Term Newsletter 2016](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/autumn-term-newsletter-2016/) - Please click on the image for a clearer view.
- [Friday 11th March - Dance World Cup Qualifiers](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/friday-11th-march-dance-world-cup-qualifiers/) - Here is the round up for Friday 11th March at the Dance World Cup Qualifiers in Jersey! Childrens' modern solos: Lily Reid received the highest Guernsey qualifying mark in the girls' category, and will be dancing at finals! Ewan Mauger (in the separate boys' section) received a gold medal for his solo, and will also
- [Saturday 12th March - Dance World Cup Qualifiers](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/saturday-12th-march-dance-world-cup-qualifiers/) - On our final day in Jersey, we had just 3 dances competing, but an excellent three dances! Children's tap solo: Ewan Mauger received a joint silver medal and is through to the finals with his tap solo! Unfortunately I don't have a photo of Elisha Horsepool before her tap solo, but she competing well in
- [Exam uniform requirements](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/exam-uniform-requirements/)
- [Summer term newsletter 2016](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/summer-term-newsletter-2016/)
- [Dance World Cup Qualifiers total results!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/dance-world-cup-qualifiers-total-results/) - Huge congratulations are in order for all performers!
- [Dance World Cup Qualifiers - Thursday 10th March](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/dance-world-cup-qualifiers-thursday-10th-march/) - Huge congratulations to my first set of competitors that entered the Dance World Cup qualifiers in Jersey this week! Grace Purvis & Sian O'Hanlon performed their Princess and the Pea duet, and despite nearly having a props disaster 5mins before dancing, they still won a bronze medal each, and are through to the finals in
- [The ADTA Christmas Party!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-adta-christmas-party/)
- [Studio Re-vamp!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/studio-re-vamp/) - Throughout this summer, we have been working hard to update the studio decor, and upgrade the changing room so it can be adapted as either a changing room or second studio. I have to say, I am so pleased with the results! We had our open day yesterday to great success, and the word "wow"
- [Exam Results](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/exam-results/) - A huge well done to all ballet, tap and modern students who passed exams recently! We had a phenomenal 26 Distinctions, 32 Merits, and 8 Passes, which means 100% pass rate, and 3/4 of students receiving above the 70 mark.
- [Dance World Cup 2015](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/dance-world-cup-2015/) - Our biggest congratulations go to Jessica Quittenden who today placed 8 out of a class of 21 in the Dance World Cup Finals in Romania. Thanks to the live streaming that has been provided this year, I was able to watch her class, and the standard was phenomenal - and Jess was up against dancers
- [Tapathon!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/tapathon/) - TAPATHON! On Sunday 15th November 2015 at 1pm the UK-wide Tapathon will take place again, and this year I would love it if the Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts could take place! Unlike the name suggests, it is not a marathon tap session, it is a Guinness World Record attempt to have as many
- [Contemporary Dance Qualification](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/contemporary-dance-qualification/) - Hello there it’s Vanessa Mee! Last year the College of FE ran a really successful level 2 dance course at The Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts. Students were able to attend classes to develop their contemporary dance technique and their creative choreography as well as perform in the theatre for live audiences. This gave
- [Offers this month!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/offers-this-month/) - The past two and a half weeks have seen a flurry of new enquiries for the school! Remember: if you recommend a friend to the Academy, and they sign up for classes, from the Autumn term you will *both* receive 5% off your term fees for as long as both children dance at the Academy.
- [February Half Term Newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/february-half-term-newsletter/) - All ballet classes are welcome to attend grade above/below during the week, free of charge, for extra strength and placing. Primary ballet Please attend Wednesday & Friday classes Grade 1 ballet Please attend Wednesday & Friday classes Grade 2 ballet Please attend Wednesday & Friday classes and/or stay 15mins after Weds class for Grade 3
- [Achievements from November 2014-February 2015!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/achievements-from-november-2014-february-2015/) - Achievements by the Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts from November 2014 – February 2015 We have been busy! TROPHIES GUERNSEY Ewan Mauger Guernsey Festival of Dance Boy’s Cup (adjudicator’s choice) Felicity Ferbrache The Ann Winter Award Neroli Queripel The Julie Lowe award for Classical Greek The Cambridge Trophy for Modern JERSEY Ewan Mauger Junior
- [Timetable for after February half term!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/timetable-for-after-february-half-term/) - Monday 16.00-16.45 Grade 1 tap Under 9 tap Y2 & Y3 16.45-17.30 Grade 2 modern Under 9 modern Y2 & Y3 17.30-18.15 Grade 2 tap Under 9 tap Y3 & Y4 (exam taken July '14) 18.15-19.00 Grade 3 modern Under 9 modern (exam taken Mar '14) 9-13 modern Scare Floor 19.00-19.30 Grade 3 tap 9-13
- [Festival 2015 round up - all placings and trophies!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/festival-2015-round-up-all-placings-and-trophies/) - TROPHIES Ewan Mauger - Guernsey Festival of Dance Boy's Cup (adjudicator's choice) Felicity Ferbrache - Ann Winter Award after receiving 85 for her ballet solo Neroli Queripel - The Julie Lowe award for Classical Greek after receiving 86 marks for her Greek solo, and The Cambridge Trophy for Modern, after receiving 87 for her Modern solo. 1st
- [25th January GROUPS dress rehearsal at Beau Sejour](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/25th-january-groups-dress-rehearsal-at-beau-sejour/) - PARENTS PLEASE NOTE GROUP DRESS REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Sunday 25th January 4.00-9.00pm @ BEAU SEJOUR THEATRE After the previous dance school has finished their dress rehearsals in the morning, there will be a 20min period for them to vacate the changing rooms and for the first group to enter. Because of the very tight schedule of
- [Guernsey Festival of Dance 2015 Running Order](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-festival-of-dance-2015-running-order/) - RUNNING ORDER GUERNSEY DANCE FESTIVAL 2015 TUESDAY 27TH JANUARY 2.00PM UNDER 9 YRS MODERN GROUPS Miss King 12.30pm, Students 1.00pm Punk Rock 3.00PM TAP C (11 & 12 YRS) Students 2.15pm Elisha Horsepool Ewan Mauger 3.50PM TEA BREAK 4.00PM SONG & DANCE A (7 & 8 YRS) Students 3.15pm Lea Phillips 4.40PM GREEK GROUPS 11-20
- [Jersey Eisteddfod Success!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/jersey-eisteddfod-success/) - Last week I took students across to the Jersey Eisteddfod to compete against dancers from across Guernsey and Jersey in solo and group sections, and what a first trip it was! We came away with excellent comments on the students' strong technique and the choreography, and a huge morale increase across all age ranges. 1st
- [Pirouette tips - the ultimate guide!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/pirouette-tips-the-ultimate-guide/) - Alignment for turns and balance. Imagine a line running from your shoulder, through your hip and down through the supporting leg and foot. If any element of this is not in line the balance will tip. The line must be pulled tight and straight. If you are falling forward your seat is out and
- [Costume Discussion Day - September 2014](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/costume-discussion-day-september-2014/) - Guernsey Festival of Dance Tuesday 27th January 2015 - Sunday 1st February 2015 Dear Parents, In order to prepare early please may I ask you to attend a festival costume discussion for all groups on Saturday 6th September 2014.Please see timetable below. We hope to have costume samples available along with costings and it is
- [Timetable for September 2014](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/timetable-for-september-2014/)
- [Exam session: 1st, 2nd & 3rd July 2014 - hair](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/exam-session-1st-2nd-3rd-july-2014-hair/) - Hair for exams are as follows: BALLET All: Ballet bun without bun ring/donut. MODERN Grade 1: High ponytail, slicked back off face Grade 3: Single French plait Grade 5: Two French plaits pinned to the head at the nape of the neck. TAP All: High ponytail, slicked back off face.
- [Exam session 1st, 2nd and 3rd July 2014](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/exam-session-1st-2nd-and-3rd-july-2014/) - Please all check your uniform for next week's exams! BALLET Primary-Grade 3 inclusive: Burgundy leotard Burgundy skirt (Primary only) Satin ballet shoes Ballet socks Grade 4 and upward: Black single strap (plain back) leotard Ballet tights Satin ballet shoes Towel and a bottle of water (no fizzy drinks or fruit juice/squash) Intermediate: As for Grade
- [Arts Sunday performance!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/arts-sunday-performance/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts will be performing outside M&S again at 2.50pm, please do come down and support your fellow dancers and get a taste of what we work on in our classes!
- [Classical Greek dance Workshops!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/classical-greek-dance-workshops/) - Classical Greek Dance Workshops Guernsey
- [The Best of Guernsey](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-best-of-guernsey/) - The image above shows Miss King with her two awards from the Best of Guernsey: Highly Commended Dance School (Top 5) in the British Isles AND Top 20 Highly Commended business in Guernsey Thank you for all of your lovely and heartfelt reviews, some of which I have included below. "My daughter has
- [The Academy Hoodies!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-academy-hoodies/) - All hoodies, zip hoodies and t-shirts are available in red or black, and come with the option of either a male dancer silhouette, or a female dancer silhouette. The vests are only available in black. Hoodies: £20 Zip hoodies: £20 T-shirts: £13.50 Vests: £13.50 To order and pay for your hoodie or vest
- [CD assistant](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/cd-assistant/) - With exams on Wednesday 19th March, I am looking for someone to operate the CD player in each exam. The times are 9am-1pm, and you would need to aim to arrive at least 10mins before the exam starts. There will be a 15min coffee break half way through the morning. If you are free between
- [Grade 3 & 4 terminology](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/grade-3-4-terminology/) - Grade 3 Fondu -melt Frappé -strike Développés -to unfold Echappés relevés -escaping snatches Enchainement -a collection of steps put together in a sequence Attitude ordinaire -ordinary attitude (same arm high as lifted leg) Coupés -cut Sissonne -scissors Pas de basque -step of the basque (sautés and glisses) Pas de bourrées -step of the bourrée/running step
- [The Best of Guernsey Local and Loved 2014](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-best-of-guernsey-local-and-loved-2014/) - I am very pleased to say that during the recent www.thebestof.co.uk/guernsey "Local and Loved" competition, the Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts not only placed within the Top 5 Dance Schools Nationally, but also placed in the Top 20 overall businesses in Guernsey! This was all thanks to your reviews that were uploaded between 1st-14th
- [Grade 1 & 2 ballet terminology](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/grade-1-2-ballet-terminology/) - FRENCH TERMS REQUIRED FOR GRADE 1 BALLET FRENCH TERMS REQUIRED FOR GRADE 1 BALLET Demi plié -half bend Battement -beat Tendus -stretch En croix -in the shape of a cross Grandes -large Grandes battements en croix -large beats in the shape of a cross Retire -draw up Port de bras -carriage of the arms Dégagé
- [Spring Term 2014 Newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/spring-term-2014-newsletter/) - Read about the latest news from the Academy this term!
- [Welcome to our new web site](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/welcome-to-our-new-web-site/) - Hello everyone and welcome to the new Dance Academy website! First of all I'd like to thank you all for your support and loyalty through the school change-over period. I'm very excited to be starting the first term as the principal of the Dance Academy. Finally, have you 'liked' our new Facebook page? Updated regularly,
- [2012 Exam success in Ballet, Tap and Modern](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/hello-world-2/) - I am very pleased to be able to announce the results of the ISTD Exams which were taken in June, where we achieved 4 passes, 67 merits and 54 distinctions! I hope you are all very pleased with your results! All of your hard work and dedication to classes – including some extra rehearsals at
- [STOP PRESS: Concert tickets are now on sale!](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/stop-press-concert-tickets-are-now-on-sale/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts Concert tickets for the 8th and 9th February are now on sale from Beau Sejour Theatre and online! Adult tickets are £12 and children are £7.50.
- [Festival of Dance roundup](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/festival-of-dance-roundup/) - Huge congratulations to all students taking part in the Dance Festival, and thank you to all chaperones and anyone who helped with hair, make up or ballet shoe tying! Here is a list of our achievements from last week. On 30th January there will be a 16 page supplement in the Guernsey Press on
- [Mini Newsletter: January - February half term](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/mini-newsletter-january-february-half-term/) - Mini newsletter Jan-Feb
- [A New Class: Introduction to Tap & Modern](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/a-new-class-introduction-to-tap-modern/) - NEW AFTER HALF TERM: Introduction to tap and modern From 15.30-16.15 on Mondays! Suitable for reception year children (4-5 years old). This class will involve 20 minutes of Tap dance and 20 minutes of Modern Theatre dance, with a 5 minute interval for children to remove their tap shoes and socks. The Tap section of the
- [Newsletter: April 2013](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/newsletter-april-2013/) - Here is a copy of our latest newsletter: April 2013 newsletter
- [Groups Photoshoot timetable](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/groups-photoshoot-timetable/) - Below you can see the photoshoot timetable for 17th March. Please arrive 20mins before your allotted time. Please bring all costumes and accessories with you, and slick back hair neatly. The Lost Amulet 10.00-10.10 The Playroom 10.10-10.20 Hairspray 10.20-10.30 The Pink Panther 10.30-10.40 Flower Festival 10.40-10.50 Sh-Boom 11.00-11.10 Tap Tap 11.10-11.20 One Night Only 11.20-11.30
- [Arts Sunday: June 9th](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/arts-sunday-june-9th/) - I have finally been given some information on Arts Sunday, 9th June. It is an entirely free day, no tickets are required and no entry fees. We have been given an 11.15 slot (will see if I can get a slightly later one but for now stick with 11.15) so please aim to be down
- [Dance Exams information: July 2nd - 4th 2013](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/dance-exams-information-july-2nd-4th-2013/) - Please click on the link below to open a PDF providing information for parents and students: Dance Exams 2013
- [Optional Extra Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/optional-extra-classes/) - During the last couple of terms there has been a lot of disruption for many classes (Bank Holidays and snow!) therefore the week after term finishes I would like to offer some extra classes free of charge to any student who has missed any lessons through no fault of their own. These classes will incorporate free work (such
- [Summer Examination Timetable](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/summer-examination-timetable/) - Please click the link below to access the Summer Examination Timetable as a PDF file: Exam timetable Summer 2013
- [Examination Successes July 2013](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/examination-successes-july-2013/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts' principal - Rhianna King - today congratulated her students for all their hard work and dedication in achieving excellent results in their July 2013 dance exams. The pupils were examined by the The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. Candidates were trained by Rhianna King and Cheryl Wingrave.
- [Autumn 2013 Newsletter](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/autumn-2013-newsletter/) - Please click on the link below to view our Autumn 2013 Newsletter as a PDF: Autumn 2013 newsletter
- [Half term: please note](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/half-term-please-note/) - Please note that I will be away during half term and will be unable to respond to e-mails until October 27th. Rhianna King

## Pages

- [Tap, Ballet, Greek, Contemporary & Modern Dance, and Acrobatic Arts, in Guernsey](https://thedanceacademy.org/) - Welcome to the Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts, Guernsey's longest running dance school. We offer I.S.T.D. Ballet, Tap, Modern, Classical Greek, Contemporary dance and Acrobatic Arts from our purpose-built studio in Hougue du Pommier, Vale. School ethos We provide a nurturing, family and community-oriented environment in which dance classes can help to form a part
- [Timetable and Term Dates](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/timetable-and-term-dates/) - TIMETABLE Term Dates 2026 Spring term 2026 Term starts Sat 3rd Jan Half term Sat 14th-Sun 22nd Feb End of term Fri 27th Mar Easter holidays 2026 Easter mini dance camps TBC Summer term 2026 Term starts Sat 11th April May bank holiday Mon 4th May Liberation Day Sat 9th May Half term Sat 23rd-Sun
- [Meet your teachers](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/rhianna-king-principal/) - Rhianna King Teaches Ballet, Tap, Modern, Body Conditioning & Contemporary Dance Rhianna is a creative and experienced dance teacher who qualified with the I.S.T.D. (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) in 2011. She obtained a Degree from the University of Central Lancashire after following their “Professional Dancers and Teachers of Dance” Course and gained her teaching qualifications in
- [AcroDance](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/sample-page/acrodance/) - We teach the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, the most widely recognised Acro Dance syllabus across the world. Across 9 levels students learn how to safely apply gymnastic style moves into dance routines to greatly enhance their skill set. Acro is fast becoming one of the essential genres for budding dancers, with many auditions now asking "what
- [Guernsey Tap Dance Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-tap-dance-classes/) - Guernsey Tap Dance Classes start at the age of 5yrs. Tap gives any child such a great sense of rhythm and musicality. Arrange a free trial class for your child.
- [Guernsey Modern Dance Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-modern-dance-classes/) - Guernsey Modern Dance Classes start at the age of 5yrs. Modern Dance is such a fun and fast-moving discipline & it complements Ballet and Tap. Free trial class.
- [Guernsey Classical Greek dance classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/classical-greek/) - Classical Greek dance classes Guernsey, Classical Greek dance lessons Guernsey
- [Guernsey Ballet Dance Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-ballet-classes/) - Guernsey Ballet Dance Classes start at the age of 3yrs. Ballet gives any child such great poise and grace. Arrange a free trial class for your child now.
- [Guernsey "Introduction to Tap and Modern" Dance Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/introduction-to-tap-and-modern/) - Pre-school and reception dance classes Guernsey
- [Contemporary Dance Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/contemporary-dance-classes-guernsey/) - Develop your child's dance creativity with the new ID Dance Contemporary dance syllabus, taught by Rhianna King. It's the UK's most upcoming dance style.
- [Dance Camps & Workshops](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/opportunities-for-students/dance-camps-workshops/) - Through certain school holidays we run popular workshops and dance camps for ages 3-14. These come in the form of our Mini Dance Camps, and Let's Dance The Musicals Workshops. Mini Dance Camps Our Mini Dance Camps are aimed at ages 3-8, and consist of 4-5 mornings with dance, games, crafts, and other activities all
- [Opportunities for Students](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/opportunities-for-students/) - Dance exams We offer examinations with The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), which are internationally recognised dance examinations. Dance exams are held twice a year across the whole range of dance genres and grades we teach, and we pride ourselves on achieving a 100% pass rate. Although not every child wishes to take
- [Guernsey Body Conditioning Classes](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/guernsey-body-conditioning-classes/) - Body Conditioning Classes are a great way for students to enhance their dance training by focusing on stretching and strengthening, including pointework.
- [Testimonials](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/testimonials/) - "Miss King understands and spends time to get to know the children. It is clear that she loves to teach dance and that love is being passed on to my children. She is not pushy but is able to motivate my children. She is also flexible and understands we also have work, school etc. The
- [About The School](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/about-the-school/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts Established by Dorothy C Hurrell (Langlois) during the German occupation of Guernsey, the Academy is the longest running dance school on the island still open today. After being passed down to various teachers, it became The Dance Academy, and later The Academy of Dance & Theatre Arts. The school
- [Contact Us](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/contact-us/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts Contact me, Rhianna King, Principal, to find out which dance classes would best suit your child or children, and how they can have fun while developing poise, self-confidence and agility at The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts. Mobile 07781 190940 E-mail: enquiries@thedanceacademy.org Please also enquire here about
- ["The Intelligent Dancer"](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-intelligent-dancer/) - The Intelligent Dancer™ : Know what you are doing and why you are doing it The Intelligent Dancer™ is an approach to dance teaching developed by Rhianna King which aims to help students to understand why they are holding a particular pose or focusing on a particular muscle during an exercise, to be able to
- [The "Growth" Mindset](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/the-growth-mindset/) - Using the Growth Mindset in Dance In 2008, Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck detailed her "mindset" research in the book, Mindset: the New Psychology of Success. In the book, Dweck showed that people tend to fall into two categories when faced with having to learn new things or develop a new skill or deal with
- [Where To Find Us](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/contact/) - The Academy of Dance and Theatre Arts The Studio The Guernsey Indoor Bowling CentreRoute de la Hougue du PommierValeGY6 8BD enquiries@thedanceacademy.org 07781414940 Once there: Go through the double doors "Guernsey Indoor Bowls Centre", then through the double doors on your left and up the stairs. The studio, changing rooms and waiting area is through the
- [Free Trial Lessons](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/free-trial-lessons/) - FREE TRIAL Lessons are available for all ages in: All Dance stylesAcrobatic Arts CLICK HERE to Register for a FREE TRIAL LESSON
- [Where to Find Us](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/where-to-find-us/) - Studio The Guernsey Indoor Bowling Centre Hougue du Pommier Vale GY5 7FQ Once there: Go through the double doors "Guernsey Indoor Bowls Centre", then through the double doors on your left and up the stairs. The studio, changing rooms and waiting area is through the final set of double doors straight in front of you.
- [Pointework](https://thedanceacademy.org/index.php/pointework/) - Information for students and parents on dancing en pointe

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