Young Children’s Dance Class 5 – 8 yrs
The Dance Class is held at the Civic Hall in Bollington and is an ideal introduction to dance for youngsters.
We give a taste of different dances in the following dance styles
- Latin American
- Ballroom
- Sequence
The class is taught in a fun friendly safe environment with the emphasis on enjoyment enabling the children to grow in both confidence and ability.
All the children are given the opportunity to take medal tests or graded exams with the IDTA if they wish
Our teachers are FULLY QUALIFIED professionals with the IDTA (International Dance Teachers’ Association) with many years professional dance and teaching experience and hold current CRB/DBS checks. DanceTech is fully insured and holds current music and performing licences. So you can be reassured your child is being taught correctly and safely.
Venue
Civic Hall (Above Library) - Hurst Lane - Bollington
Day
Fridays
Time
4.30pm
Price
£6.50
IDTA (International Dance Teachers’ Association)
The International Dance Teachers’ Association is one of the world’s largest examination boards, covering the full spectrum of dance examinations.
All our teachers are qualified professionals with the IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association).
We follow the IDTA policy on Child Protection to ensure your child is taught in a safe environment.
Foxtrot
A smooth, progressive dance characterized by long, continuous flowing movements across the dance floor.
Tango
A Ballroom dance in 2/4 time orginating from South America, danced with a sharp staccato action
Quickstep
A Ballroom dance in 4/4 time, Its origins are a combination of foxtrot combined with the Charleston.
Waltz
A smooth progressive dance in 3/4 time, characterised by rise & fall
Paso Doble
A dance from Spain, developed in France, depicting a bull fight.
Jive
A lively dance popular especially in the 1940s & 50s, performed to swing music or rock and roll.
Samba
A dance with its origins in Brazil at the beginning of the 20th century. Many steps can be traced back to the Maxixe danced in the 1910s
Cha Cha Cha
A dance of Cuban origin it was developed from the danzón by a syncopation of the fourth beat.
Rumba
A rhythmic dance with Spanish and African elements, originating in Cuba.