Dance Classes
Our Classes
Here at Nicky Jenks we run over 40 classes a week in termtime plus additional workshops.
Our timetables are subject to change. Please download the most up to date version.
Each individual class provides a total of 32 lessons per year, split over over 3 terms. Not all terms are of equal length.
Please find an overview of what we offer below.
bALLET
There is nothing quite like classical ballet. It’s time to explore correct technique, musicality, and coordination as our young dancers progress through the Gold standard of classical ballet training – the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. Our students aspire to go en pointe and one day this will happen, as long as it is safe for them to do so. Ballet is the basis of all forms of dance.
At Nicky Jenks we offer Pre-Primary and Primary Ballet classes from aged 3 upwards as well as classes in Grade 1 to 8 and Vocationals.
For our more experienced dancers there are additional classes in Pointe and PBT (Progressive Ballet Technique).
Modern
Modern dance is fun, exciting, creative and energetic!
The specially created ISTD syllabus will bring out their creative and imaginative side while they explore correct technique and body alignment, with both Dynamic and Lyrical dance taught in the class.
At Nicky Jenks we offer Primary Modern classes from aged 3 upwards as well as classes from Grade 1 to Advanced.
Tap
Our popular tap classes are full of interesting rhythms and lots of fun! Let your children tap their troubles away to upbeat music that helps stimulate their creativity!
At Nicky Jenks we offer Primary Tap classes from aged 3 upwards as well as Tap classes in Grade 1 to Advanced.
Musical Theatre
Let your child’s mind be ignited with this super FUN class specially designed to build their confidence and spark their imagination. A combination of song and dance, but don’t worry you won’t be asked to sing by yourself unless you want to.
At Nicky Jenks we offer Junior, Inter and Senior Musical Theatre Classes.
Junior Classes are for children up to school year 3.
Inter Classes are for children in school year 3-6/7.
Senior Classes are for children in school year 7/8+.
Contemporary
Contemporary is a style of expressive dance that has its own unique technique. It is very expressive and uses emotions and storytelling. Creative dance can often be mistakenly called contemporary. As our classes are true Contemporary it is not suitable for young children and we expect our students to be Grade 4 ballet before they start this class. Modern is a much better choice for younger students.
At Nicky Jenks we offer Junior and Senior Contemporary Classes.
Junior Classes are for children up to school year 6/7.
Senior Classes are for children in school year 7/8+.
Hip Hop / Commercial
Hip Hop / Commercial is a fast-paced and energetic dance style using the latest trends and styles to create dynamic entertaining routines.
Hip Hop / Commercial dance is a style of dance that is designed to be performed in front of an audience. It is a broad category that includes modern and jazz techniques. It is also an incredibly versatile style of dance that can be adapted to suit any musical genre or performance setting.
Whether you want to pursue a career in dance or simply want to enjoy a fun and active hobby, studying Hip Hop / Commercial dance is a great option for all ages.
At Nicky Jenks we offer Junior and Senior Hip Hop Classes.
Junior Classes are for children up to school year 6/7.
Senior Classes are for children in school year 7/8+.
Acro / Body conditioning
Acro combines classical techniques with acrobatic elements. Acro dancers seamlessly blend musicality, emotional expression, line and extension with acrobatic movements in a dance context.
Body Conditioning improves your technique and performance in all dance forms by strengthening the body’s core (abdominal and back muscles) while developing coordination, balance, and alignment and optimizing flexibility. This is very much a health and fitness class that helps a dancer progress to higher levels of achievement in all of their dance classes.
At Nicky Jenks we offer a beginners Acro class for our Juniors (up to school year 3).
We also offer a Body Con / Flexibility Class for our older students.
Addtional Acro workshops are also offered out of termtime.
Aerials (Hoops and Silks)
Aerials (Hoops and Silks) is available as a workshop rather than a weekly class.
Performers
Performers is an invitation only class for dancers who represent NJSD and compete in dance festivals throughout the year.
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