THREE YEAR FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL DANCE TRAINING COURSE

DANCE FOR ALL is the only full-time Scottish vocations dance college that incorporates educational academic qualifications within a far more extensive full-time professional dance training course.

Formerly known as The Theatre School of Dance, full-time training has been offered at our venue for nearly four decades. Our present course, in collaboration with Jewel & Esk College has been running since 1991 and takes pride on furthering individual student’s qualifications gained at their previous dance schools.

DANCE FOR ALL is a hub of expertise which offers all the support of a professional accredited school, equipping their students with the sound, reputable training that is essential for a successful career in the dance profession.

During the three year course students are extensively trained to develop into versatile performers and teachers, gaining a thorough grounding in all the skills and techniques needed to pursue a long and varied career in dance.

DANCE FOR ALL is an officially approved centre for teacher training, vocational and professional qualifications and all students are given the opportunity to gain both nationally and internationally recognised academic and teaching qualifications:

• RAD ballet, ISTD Modern, Tap and National up to Advanced 2 level.
• All students are taught the Spanish Dance Society examination syllabus.
• Foundation, HNC and HND in dance in collaboration with Jewel & Esk Valley College
• ISTD Foundation in Dance Instruction (FDI)
• ISTD Certificate in Dance Education (CDE)
• Placement and mentoring for those wishing to train as an RAD teacher 

The three year training gives a wide variety of genres including classical Ballet, Benesh, Jazz, Street, Urban, Tap, National, Spanish, Contemporary, Choreography, Singing and Musical Theatre. This gives students a thorough grounding in all the techniques needed to pursue a long and varied dance career.

Our highly experienced and qualified teaching faculty provide the finest training available and are dedicated to imparting their extensive knowledge, skill and artistry to the students. Workshops and master-classes are frequently given by visiting choreographers, performers and directors currently working in the profession, offering our students a chance to experience first-hand the current styles and trends. Frequent performing opportunities include the twice-yearly showcases and appearances at a wide variety of venues throughout Scotland.

In addition to the practical dance work, students pursue a range of contextual studies in dance history and appreciation, anatomy, physiology, notation and the arts in general.

Students may enter examinations with the following societies: RAD: Royal Academy of Dance (ballet to Advanced 2 level), ISTD: Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (Modern, Tap and National to Advanced 2 level) and the SDS: Spanish Dance Society. Students also have the opportunity to pursue the ISTD’s teaching qualifications, the Foundation of Dance Instruction and Certificate in Dance Education, whilst tutors provide mentoring and practical sessions fro RAD teacher training.

In the relatively intimate atmosphere of the school our students emerge at the end of their course as confident, positive, communicative and self disciplined individuals, with a very high professional standard and an excellent education for life.

Entry on the course is purely by audition. Auditions for places on the full-time course are typically held in the Spring for entry in September each year - we will announce the exact dates below and on our News page. Whilst previous dance training is preferable, there are no specific qualifications required to apply for a place on the course. We also hold an Open Day every Winter, watch our News page or follow us on Facebook to stay updated.

Our talented graduates have progressed on to work in choreography, musicals, TV & film, music videos, at theme parks such as Disneyland Paris, on cruise ships and joined dance companies, touring the world. Many go on to teach both nationally and internationally and have even established their own dance schools.

Find out when our next Student Showcase is and explore our graduate and alumi news pages. You can also check out our graduate testimonials. View stage shots and studio photography slideshows in our Picture Gallery.

DANCE FOR ALL work in collaboration with Jewel & Esk Valley College to provide the Certificate and HND in Professional Stage Dance which forms part of the full-time course. This enables our students to access student funding and services while benefiting from the unique atmosphere of a dedicated dance school.

Dance For All was founded by Director, Tracy Hawkes RTS ARAD SDS IdB(1) in 1985 and amalgamated with the Theatre School in Stockbridge in 2000. Tracy Hawkes is one of Scotland’s best known dance teachers who has performed and taught extensively in schools and companies here and abroad (Basic Space Dance Theatre, Napac Ballet and Durban City Ballet). She is a registered teacher and associate of RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) and the only SDS (Spanish Dance Society) qualified teacher in Scotland.  

Give us a call on 0131 226 5533 for a brochure and application form or scroll down to access downloadable files.

Auditions

NEXT AUDITION FOR ENROLLING AUGUST 2010 WILL BE HELD ONWEDNESDAY 30th JUNE.

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OFFICIAL PATRON: STEVEN BERKOFF