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Contemporary dance is a dance performance genre that developed during the mid twentieth century and has since grown to become one of the dominant genres for formally trained dancers throughout the world, with particularly strong popularity in the U.S. and Europe. Although originally informed by and borrowing from classical, modern, and jazz styles, it has si...

Stretch Classes Have you ever wanted to do the splits? Or maybe you can and would like to get even bendier! During these classes we will introduce you to safe and fun stretching methods for your legs, hips, shoulders, back and any other areas that you feel needs improvement. We will work on front splits, box splits & backbends in a variety of different w...

Drama Classes At G12 Performing Arts we offer professional performance training for all ages. As well as developing confidence and the ability to work as part of a team, students studying drama have the opportunity to develop skills and understanding in creative problem solving, communication, self discipline, tolerance and empathy. Drama allows children to ...

At G12 Performing Arts we offer professional performance training for all ages. As well as developing confidence and the ability to work as part of a team, students studying drama have the opportunity to develop skills and understanding in creative problem solving, communication, self discipline, tolerance and empathy. Drama allows children to be active lear...

Private Piano Lessons G12 Performing Arts offer private piano lessons on a Thursday and a Saturday with a fully trained, professional music teacher. Our experienced music teacher trains all musical aspects of piano playing including; wrist technique, pedalling, articulation, repertoire choices, sight-reading, aural skills and confidence building. Our music t...

Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Two major variations on tap dance exist: rhythm (jazz) tap and Broadway tap. Broadway tap focuses on dance; it is widely performed in musical theater. Rhythm tap focuses on musicality, and practitioners consider themselves to be a part of t...

The Royal Academy of Dance promotes knowledge, understanding and practice of dance internationally. We seek to accomplish our mission through promoting dance, educating and training students and teachers and providing examinations to reward achievement. 'RAD'" The Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) dance examinations provide a number of ways for you to learn and a...

Jazz dance evolved from early African American vernacular dances during the early 1900s. It incorporated unique moves, elaborate footwork, large leaps, rapid turns, and imaginative improvisation to bring an energetic and entertaining experience. Jazz dance requires the foundation of classical ballet to embody balance and agility. Jazz dance is viewed in the ...

The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is the world's leading dance examination board. The ISTD's chief objective is "to educate the public in the art of dancing in all its forms". To achieve this, the ISTD works in four main ways: to promote a knowledge of dance to maintain and improve teaching standards to qualify, by examination, teachers of d...

Acrobatics is a unique dance style which develops great flexibility and strength to achieve balances, lifts, bends and splits. It also incorporates elements of jazz, ballet and gymnastics. Acrobatics is an energetic and fun form of exercise for boys and girls of all ages. Tricks, kicks, splits... 'Acro' combines dance moves and acrobatic movements known as t...

Modern Theatre dance is a rhythmic dance style which originated in America before travelling 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 strength and flexibility. This is a highly energetic dance style our...

Hip-hop dance refers to street dance styles primarily performed to hip-hop music that have evolved as part of hip-hop culture. It includes a wide range of styles primarily breaking, locking, and popping which were created in the 1970s and made popular by dance crews in the United States. The television show Soul Train and the 1980s films Breakin',Beat Street...

Dance is a great way to improve physical fitness and endurance as well as confidence and posture. It teaches children how to work in a team and develops grace and balance in an enjoyable way. At G12 Performing Arts, we specialise in Pre School Training as we feel this sets the bar for a future in the performance arts industry, the Pre School program is desig...

G12 Performing Arts offer a wide variety of classes in all aspects of Performing Arts. In our Dance programme we offer Hip-Hop, Jazz, Tap, stretch, choreography, freestyle, Modern and Ballet for all ages, as well as a full Drama and Vocal programme. Whether you are looking for a fun fitness class, professional class, drama class, vocal class, mother and todd...