All members of the school aged 4 and above are invited to take their dance examinations with the International Dance Teachers Association in every subject that they study with us. These exams are entirely optional however they are a wonderful way for our dancers to be recognised and rewarded for their dedication to dance. Exams take place once a year at the studio. An external examiner visits the studio to watch our dancers enter studio in small groups to perform their class work. All those who successfully pass their exam receive a feedback report, a mark a certificate and an award! Over the year’s dancers can work through the numerous grades and build up a collection of their exam achievements!
Exams...
All members of the school aged 4 and above are invited to take their dance examinations with the International Dance Teachers Association in every subject that they study with us. These exams are entirely optional however they are a wonderful way for our dancers to be recognised and rewarded for their dedication to dance. Exams take place once a year at the studio. An external examiner visits the studio to watch our dancers enter studio in small groups to perform their class work. All those who successfully pass their exam receive a feedback report, a mark a certificate and an award! Over the year’s dancers can work through the numerous grades and build up a collection of their exam achievements!
Exams...
Our next performance- Dreaming of Christmas- 15th December 2024- The Mac
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How do I pay for classes?For the first few weeks you are welcome to pay on a pay per lesson basis to give your child the chance to settle in before deciding to commit to the class. You can either pay cash on the day, or you can ask for a payment link which will be sent to you via email. This allows you to pay online. After this initial trial, all classes are paid for by direct debit which is set up through a system called GoCardless. This will trigger a regular monthly payment on the 1st of each month. Lesson costs are split between 12 equal payments and so the same amount is due every month. To begin your monthly direct debit, please visit the 'Fees' page and find your child's' class. By clicking on their class and completing the form, you will successfully trigger a subscription to that class.
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Do you offer trial classes?New students can attend for 4 weeks on a pay per lesson basis. This means that your child can attend 4 lessons before you make your decision as to whether they would like to continue with us! Simply bring the money for the class with you each week until the first 4 weeks are over, at which point you will begin paying monthly by direct debit.
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Do I have to stay with my child in the class?No! You do not need to stay with your child while they take part in their class. No parents are permitted into any of our classes, including Tippy Toes. There is a small waiting area where you can wait if you wish, however parents of children in year 1 and above are encouraged to leave the studio to minimise disruption to classes.
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Is there a uniform?Yes there is a uniform. No new student is expected to purchase the uniform until they have attended for 4 weeks and every effort is made to keep it as affordable as possible. There are also optional items such as leggings, t - shirts and hoodies which are all Dreamers branded! All uniform is ordered by yourself either via our online shop or by completing an order form for branded merchandise. Please visit the uniform page for the link!
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When can I bring my child?We enrol new students throughout the year. The only time we don't take new students is in the last few weeks leading up to a show. To make sure that you can come along, drop us a quick message before hand. There could also be a waiting list for some classes, so always message before to avoid disappointment!
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What should my child wear for their first few lessons?Aim to put your child in comfortable, flexible clothing such as leggings, tracksuit bottoms etc Footwear should also be worn as children are not allowed to dance in socks/tights. They can dance barefoot if you wish.
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Is there car parking for me to use?We have the use of a small carpark which is situated at the studio, however there are restrictions in place. Vehicles have 10 minutes to drop off and leave, however if you are parked for more than 10 minutes you need to gain a parking permit which is valid until midnight. The permit is free and easily gained by scanning the QR code located in the studio. Without this permit, you will receive a £100 fine in the post. These parking restrictions are operated by a 3rd party and so DDA has no ability to waiver any fine you may receive. Please ensure that you park for no more than 10 minutes, or that you successfully gain a permit.