SCHOOL AGED Classes

Year 2 and Up

Classes By Age

BALLET

Both our recreational and exam students learn from the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Syllabus. This entails a high level of classical technique and artistry. Each grade has a holistic approach to ballet where musicality, strength, performance and grace are nurtured.

JAZZ

Jazz is a fun, high energy class that teaches strength, technique, confidence and style. We want kids to be kids, hence all our music, movement and routines are age-appropriate and, above all, fun! Classes include warm up, stretch & flexibility followed by technique and travelling work including kicks, turns & leaps. The class finishes with an exciting routine that is built upon each week.

TAP

Our Tap classes follow the Glenn Wood Tap (GWT) Syllabus – a dynamic, stylised and fun taping syllabus, based on solid tap technique. Glenn Wood Tap explores different sounds, rhythms and styles, using barre work, different combinations, turning exercises and performance quality routines. GWT examinations are offered to all our students. Exams are a wonderful experience allowing students to set goals and reap the rewards of their hard work.

ACROBATICS

Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty exercises and acrobatic tricks such as hand stands, cart wheels, aerials, walk overs and much more! Acrobatic Dance, or Acro as it is commonly referred to, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. There will also be an opportunity for students to participate in the Acrobatic Arts examinations which is an incredible, confidence-boosting experience.

HIP HOP

Hip hop started in the streets and has now evolved into numerous genres within its own style. Our Hip Hop classes draw from R&B and House to Club and Pop. Classes utilise upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest Hip Hop music and moves. This fabulous combination results in an energetic class that not only teaches you Hip Hop skills, movements and technique, but also instils rhythm and precision in your muscle memory. Hip Hop is perfect for dancers who want to keep up with the latest trends and music in the Hip Hop scene.

MUSICAL THEATRE

Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty exercises and acrobatic tricks such as hand stands, cart wheels, aerials, walk overs and much more! Acrobatic Dance, or Acro as it is commonly referred to, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. There will also be an opportunity for students to participate in the Acrobatic Arts examinations which is an incredible, confidence-boosting experience.

LYRICAL

Lyrical is a dance style based on the technical foundations of jazz and ballet with a strong emphasis on storytelling. Our Lyrical / Technique dance class uses the focus on ballet and jazz technique to increase our students’ flexibility safely, enhance foundational skills, learn exciting dance tricks and learn beautiful dances that display deep expression, performance and storytelling.

BALLET

Both our recreational and exam students learn from the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Syllabus. This entails a high level of classical technique and artistry. Each grade has a holistic approach to ballet where musicality, strength, performance and grace are nurtured.

JAZZ

Jazz is a fun, high energy class that teaches strength, technique, confidence and style. We want kids to be kids, hence all our music, movement and routines are age-appropriate and, above all, fun! Classes include warm up, stretch & flexibility followed by technique and travelling work including kicks, turns & leaps. The class finishes with an exciting routine that is built upon each week.

TAP

Our Tap classes follow the Glenn Wood Tap (GWT) Syllabus – a dynamic, stylised and fun taping syllabus, based on solid tap technique. Glenn Wood Tap explores different sounds, rhythms and styles, using barre work, different combinations, turning exercises and performance quality routines. GWT examinations are offered to all our students. Exams are a wonderful experience allowing students to set goals and reap the rewards of their hard work.

ACROBATICS

Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty exercises and acrobatic tricks such as hand stands, cart wheels, aerials, walk overs and much more! Acrobatic Dance, or Acro as it is commonly referred to, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. There will also be an opportunity for students to participate in the Acrobatic Arts examinations which is an incredible, confidence-boosting experience.

HIP HOP

Hip hop started in the streets and has now evolved into numerous genres within its own style. Our Hip Hop classes draw from R&B and House to Club and Pop. Classes utilise upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest Hip Hop music and moves. This fabulous combination results in an energetic class that not only teaches you Hip Hop skills, movements and technique, but also instils rhythm and precision in your muscle memory. Hip Hop is perfect for dancers who want to keep up with the latest trends and music in the Hip Hop scene.

MUSICAL THEATRE

Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased difficulty exercises and acrobatic tricks such as hand stands, cart wheels, aerials, walk overs and much more! Acrobatic Dance, or Acro as it is commonly referred to, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. There will also be an opportunity for students to participate in the Acrobatic Arts examinations which is an incredible, confidence-boosting experience.

LYRICAL

Lyrical is a dance style based on the technical foundations of jazz and ballet with a strong emphasis on storytelling. Our Lyrical / Technique dance class uses the focus on ballet and jazz technique to increase our students’ flexibility safely, enhance foundational skills, learn exciting dance tricks and learn beautiful dances that display deep expression, performance and storytelling.

Classes By Style

Jazz

Jazz is a fun, high energy class that teaches strength, technique, confidence and style. We want kids to be kids, hence all our music, movement and routines are age-appropriate and above all fun!

Classes include warm up, stretch & flexibility followed by technique and travelling work including kicks, turns & leaps. The class finishes with an exciting routine that is built upon each week.

Acrobatics

Acrobatics uses strength and flexibility to perform

gymnastic-based tricks. In this class, students perform

conditioning exercises to prepare them for increased

difficulty exercises and acrobatic tricks such as hand stands, cart wheels, aerials, walk overs and much more!

Acrobatic Dance, or Aero as it is commonly referred to by dancers, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements.

Ballet

Both our recreational and exam students learn from the

Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. This entails a high level of classical technique and artistry. Each grade has a holistic approach to ballet where musicality, strength, performance and grace are nurtured.

Tap

Sydney Performing Arts Academy offers the Glenn Wood Tap (GWT) Syllabus - a dynamic, stylized and fun taping syllabus, based on solid tap technique.

Glenn Wood Tap explores different sounds, rhythms and styles, using barre work, different combinations, turning exercises and performance quality routines. GWT examinations are offered to all our students. Exams are a wonderful experience allowing students to set goals and reap the awards of their hard work.

Hip Hop

Hip hop started in the streets and has now evolved into numerous genres within its own style. Our Hip Hop classes draw from R&B, House to Club and Pop.

Classes utilise upbeat music from various genres, in addition to the latest Hip Hop music and moves. This fabulous combination results in an energetic class that not only teaches you Hip Hop skills, movements and technique, but also instills rhythm and precision in your muscle memory. Hip Hop is perfect for dancers who want to keep up with the latest trends and music in the Hip Hop scene.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre is a form of theatre that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting, and dance. Our Musical Theatre classes are filled with fun and creative exploration; focusing on Vocal and Acting Technique along with Dance Performance.

Students learn performances from well-known musicals and explore a variety of musical theatre genres, participate in improvisation games and gain confidence in

storytelling through song.

Lyrical

Lyrical is a dance style based on the technical foundations of jazz and ballet with a strong foundation in storytelling. Our Lyrical / Technique Dance Class uses the focus on ballet and jazz technique to increase our students' flexibility safely, enhance foundational skills, learn exciting dance tricks and learn beautiful dances that emote, expression, performance and story telling.