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Our Dance Academy
We offer classes from 2 1/2 - 18 years .
The Pegasus Dance Academy's academic year is divided into 3 terms; Autumn, Spring & Summer;
each consisting of approximately 12 weeks per term.
Our class fees are set and provided upon interest and enrolment.
Located in Ickenham and based at the Compass Theatre, directly opposite Ickenham Station
(Piccadilly & Metropolitan lines)
Easily accessible by Public Transport & Car from
Ickenham, Ruislip, Hillingdon, Uxbridge, Eastcote & Harrow.
* Free onsite parking
We follow the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing Board (ISTD) in
Imperial Classical Ballet, Tap Dance & Modern Theatre
and follow the Acrobatic Arts Syllabus.
Our Joint Principals are Fully Qualified in all Dance genres & Acrobatic Arts,
DBS Checked, First Aid Certified and hold Public Liability Insurance.
Classical Ballet
Easily identifiable by its rigorous technique, elegance and beautiful aesthetics. This theatrical art form is graceful, athletic and is a fundamental part of all dance training. Promoting discipline, strength, poise and posture. Free work is a vital part of the syllabus which develops the dancer and enhances their knowledge of the discipline.
Our Dance Academy follows the internationally recognised ISTD graded syllabus.
Tap Dance
A distinctive rhythmic art form characterised by its precise beats and tones. A professional skill most commonly known for its improvisation, rhythms and syncopation. This dance genre originated in America and has evolved into various styles which include Broadway, Urban, Lyrical & Blues. Tap is challenging for the body and mind, developing strength in balance, control and co-ordination. For the younger dancer Tap is a creative skill which uses and encompasses sound. For the more experienced dancer producing and accomplishing complicated combinations.
Our Dance Academy follows the internationally recognised ISTD graded syllabus.
Modern Theatre
This energetic style of dance is known for its expressive and creative nature requiring strength, stamina and flexibility.
Influenced by the American style where it originated, this style uses kicks, turns, leaps, travel and floor work.
Widely seen on stage and in Musical Theatre productions, the genre includes Lyrical, Jazz, Blues and Funk. It is recommended that students training in Modern Theatre compliment this genre with Classical Ballet lessons.
Our Dance Academy follows the internationally recognised ISTD graded syllabus.
Conditioning/Strengthening
Focuses and improves flexibility, stamina, control and technique.
An important element for dancers to enhance their training.
Pointe work
Going onto pointe is a very exciting experience for the budding ballerina.
Pointe work lessons are by invitation only for those students who have reached the optimum level
to begin this next stage in Classical Ballet.
Factors which are taken into consideration:
Age
Technique
Strength
Maturity
Commitment
Regular attendance in our Ballet classes are vital to this next progression.
The correct pointe shoes should fit properly which allows the student to dance effortlessly.
AcroDance
AcroDance is an art form showcasing impressive and exciting skills within expressive movements,
focusing on:
Strength
Balance
Limbering
Stamina.
It takes the beginner from skills like handstands, cartwheels & somersaults to the advanced dancer showcasing
walkovers, tumbling, aerials & contortion effortlessly across the stage
as seen on Cirque Du Soleil, Dance Moms & The Greatest Dancer.
Alongside Dance Training this creates an even stronger, more flexible & fearless dancer of today.
Our AcroDance classes are by invitation only.
Students must take our Classical Ballet classes in order to be chosen to participate in AcroDance.
Every student has the opportunity to be chosen for this class, we look for
hard work, good listening skills & willingness to improve.
Presentation & Etiquette
Good presentation is essential for dancing.
We pride ourselves in good presentation and Our Uniform is compulsory.
Imperial Classical Ballet & Acro Dance
Girls:
Hair styled in a neat/tight Classical bun with a hair net, pins and grips to match hair colour.
Please use hairspray or gel prior to coming to class. Short hair off the face and neatly gripped back or a headband worn matching hair colour.
Boys:
Hair neatly off the face.
Tap Dance & Modern Theatre
Girls:
Hair styled neatly, tied back into a tight ponytail or French/ Dutch plaits. Short hair off the face and neatly gripped back or a headband worn matching hair colour.
Boys:
Hair neatly off the face.
We ask for no jewellery to be worn in class as we cannot be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
We pride ourselves in good presentation and Our Uniform is compulsory.
Imperial Classical Ballet & Acro Dance
Girls:
Hair styled in a neat/tight Classical bun with a hair net, pins and grips to match hair colour.
Please use hairspray or gel prior to coming to class. Short hair off the face and neatly gripped back or a headband worn matching hair colour.
Boys:
Hair neatly off the face.
Tap Dance & Modern Theatre
Girls:
Hair styled neatly, tied back into a tight ponytail or French/ Dutch plaits. Short hair off the face and neatly gripped back or a headband worn matching hair colour.
Boys:
Hair neatly off the face.
We ask for no jewellery to be worn in class as we cannot be responsible for any lost or damaged items.
