We teach all ages and abilities from babies to adults. We offer both ISTD and IDTA affiliated classes that are listed below. We also offer LAMDA exams in drama and LCM & Trinity College London singing exams. The school has a 100% pass rate in all in all exams with pupils regularily achieving marks in excess of 90!
Please feel free to take a look at our timetable and if you would like any further information or advice on suitable classes please get in touch.
WYSPA Timetable 2021 (pdf)
DownloadThe roots of Imperial Classical Ballet stem from the early days of the ISTD and the first written syllabus in 1913, which was based on the French School from the Paris Opera. The syllabus has now evolved to promote the English classical style and address the changing needs of Ballet dancers today.
This has evolved as an American dance form, popularised throughout the world, with debate about its origins coming from African dance, Irish dance and/ or clog dancing. The dancer uses their feet to strike the floor, beating out different rhythms, with dancers wearing tap shoes which have small metal playes on the toe and heel to give the distinctive sound. Tap dance is a theatrical dance form often seen on stage in musicals.
Modern theatre dance is a rhythmic dance style which originated in America before traveling to the rest of the world. It is often seen on the stages of musical productions and is known for its theatrical qualities. The style uses travelling steps, high kicks, leaps and turns which all need strencgh and flexibility. This is a highly energetic dance style.
Jazz is a fun class where children learn to develop different movements and the basic dance skills needed. The classes are structured to begin the physical strength and flexibility required to demonstrate emotion through interpretation of many of the musical genres. Jazz involves runs, kicks, spins and leaps, as we;; as many diverse steps and hand movements.
We run these classes from age 3 to adult. Following the Acrobatic Arts syllabus pupils have the opportunity to take exams. In this class children can progress at their own pace to learn a variety of new tricks and tumbles. We have all the necessary equipment for the children to train in a safe supportive environment. Our equipment includes a 10m Tumble Track!
This style incorporates movements from Ballet, Jazz and Modern dance and explores self expression through lyrical music. this class is great for teaching control over movements, and is a great compliment to a more structured and traditional Ballet class.
Commercial is a strong and sassy style with elements of Street and Jazz. Many dancers in music videos are commercial dancers. This class dances to various styles including the lastest pop, R'N'B, and chart music along with some of the classics. This is a fantastic class.
Have you every seen the hottest pop band's music video or performances? Then you will already know what streetdance looks like. Streetdance takes any form of popular music - from pop to hip hop - and choreographs routines to the beats. We have seen that, only too often, the most successful pop acts have made it big by combining streetdance routines with their tunes and lyrics. It includes a wide range of styles primarily breaking, locking and popping.
Breakdance or breaking is a street based dance class that incorporates intricate body movements, coordination, style and aesthetics. Also known a B-boyig Breakdance was made popular by African and Latin American teens. Come and try Breakdance and master one of the toughest dance forms.
Our cheer classes are dance based with a fast pace which is great fun. The class is high energy and you can learn chants , cheers, lifts and basic stunts. Flexibility is worked on in these classes along with traditional movements. IDTA exams can be taken in this class.
These classes are the most exciting classes which combine dancing, singing, drama and acro. Children wanting to be involved with festivals need to attend this class. THe class involves a variety of dance styles to a range of music from current chart music to songs from musicals. This provides a great balance. Children also benefit from learning how to perform and be confident on stage. This class is also visited by our singing coach to give the pupils the best all round tuition and make them a true triple threat!
Pointe is part of the classical Ballet technique that concerns Pointe work, in which a ballet dancer supports all body weight on the tips of fully extended feet within Pointe shoes. Extensive training and practice is required to develop the strength and technique needed for pointe work. typically a dancers age, strength, and alignment will be considered before allowing them onto Pointe.
These classes use a creative movement format to introduce the first elements of Ballet, Tap and Modern. The syllabus is carefully balances between fun, imagination and discipline.
This is a freeform music and movement class that introduces music and games in a creative learning environment. This class is from mums and babies to 3 years.
This class like all of our classes is for both boys and girls, it is a wonderful introduction to the fundaments of movement, rhythm, body awareness and self expression. This class is great fun and includes, dance, musicality and helps to build strength, coordination and flexibility.
Musical Theatre Classes are about building confidence through movement, acting and singing. It has been developed to build the skills necessary to communicate the dramatic content of musical text over a range of musical styles/categories. Students will build on voice, diction, movement, setting and staging, and musicality. Limited class sizes ensure that each child gets the specific development and professional education they need to follow their dreams.
We offer both private and group singing lessons for all ages which teach pupils the basics of singing and then move on to more complex notes and techniques. We also offer singing exams at the school. We have various singing coaches who are all qualified to the highest level with amazing experience in the industry.
These classes are invaluable to children who are interested in being part of the Casting Agency. Thy involve script reading, improvisation, audition technique, games and various other skills. There are classes for different age ranges and the children gain a lot and really enjoy the classes. They are also great for building pupils confidence and getting to know people.
WYSPA has a dedicated competition team, pupils who attend the school are invited to audition to be part of this award winning team. We attend regular events, competitions and festivals.. Most recently we were crowned regional champions at Follow Your Dreams and also won the choreography award. We also recently attended a competition in Disneyland Paris where we returned home with an impressive 18 trophies.
With our competition team we push students to be the best they can be by training them to the highest standard.
If you would like to know more about our competition team please get in touch!
If you would like any more information about classes or to enquire about the Casting Agency please get it touch.
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