Ballet - Grades
The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus is designed to build a strong foundation in classical ballet, emphasizing technique, strength, and artistry. It focuses on developing key skills such as coordination, flexibility, and musicality, gradually introducing more complex movements and choreography. Our classes follow the RAD syllabus, taught by RAD-trained instructors dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential, fostering confidence, discipline, and a deeper understanding of ballet technique.
Levels & Duration
*the stated student age is an estimate
Grade 1 - 3 (Age 8+)
Teaching true ballet technique begins with a focus on correct posture, placement, and line. Students learn to coordinate simple movements into step combinations, demonstrating an understanding of technique within their physical abilities. As they progress, they develop a sensitivity to musical content and style, all while showing enjoyment in their practice.
Duration: 1 hour
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to three times a week
Grade 4 - 5 (Age 10+)
Movements grow more complex and varied as students develop quick responses through unset work. They demonstrate consolidated technical skills and a broader range of movements in longer, more intricate sequences, showing a clear understanding of the required vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on an increased sense of performance, spatial awareness, dynamics, and the development of choreography.
Duration: 1 hour
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to three times a week
Grade 6 - 8 (Age 11+)
Grades 6–8 offer progression toward personal development, lifelong learning, and higher education opportunities. Students demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of ballet vocabulary, performing a wide range of movements with technical strength, confidence, and a sensitive responsiveness to the musical mood.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to 4 times a week
Our students have the unique opportunity to perform in-house productions at the Fonteyn Theatre one year and participate in our bi-annual charity production the next.
Grade 1 - 3 (Age 8+)
Teaching true ballet technique begins with a focus on correct posture, placement, and line. Students learn to coordinate simple movements into step combinations, demonstrating an understanding of technique within their physical abilities. As they progress, they develop a sensitivity to musical content and style, all while showing enjoyment in their practice.
Duration: 1 hour
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to three times a week
Grade 4 - 5 (Age 10+)
Movements grow more complex and varied as students develop quick responses through unset work. They demonstrate consolidated technical skills and a broader range of movements in longer, more intricate sequences, showing a clear understanding of the required vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on an increased sense of performance, spatial awareness, dynamics, and the development of choreography.
Duration: 1 hour
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to three times a week
Grade 6 - 8 (Age 11+)
Grades 6–8 offer progression toward personal development, lifelong learning, and higher education opportunities. Students demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of ballet vocabulary, performing a wide range of movements with technical strength, confidence, and a sensitive responsiveness to the musical mood.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Minimum required attendence: Once a week
Option to enroll up to 4 times a week
Our students have the unique opportunity to perform in-house productions at the Fonteyn Theatre one year and participate in our bi-annual charity production the next.
