BYSD Classes
The IDTA Ballet syllabus provides a clear progression for ballet students, starting from beginner levels and advancing to more complex techniques. It ensures that each student develops a strong foundation. Each level includes specific exercises and movements that help students improve their technique, strength, flexibility, and artistry. This gradual progression helps students build confidence and proficiency.
Students have the opportunity to take exams, which assess their skills and knowledge. These exams can motivate students and provide a sense of accomplishment. Achieving higher levels can also enhance their dance education and performance opportunities.
The syllabus often includes opportunities for students to showcase their skills through performances, fostering a love for dance and helping them gain confidence.
The ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) Tap syllabus is a structured program designed to teach tap dance technique and performance. It includes graded levels, starting from beginner to advanced, allowing dancers to progress systematically. Each level focuses on developing specific skills, such as rhythm, timing, coordination, and style.
The syllabus comprises a series of set exercises, steps, and combinations that students learn and perfect, often culminating in examinations. These exams assess not only the dancer’s technical ability but also their understanding of tap dance history and theory.
In addition to technical skills, the ISTD Tap syllabus emphasizes musicality and expression, encouraging dancers to connect with the music and convey emotion through their movements. It’s widely recognized and used in dance schools around the world, providing a comprehensive framework for both teachers and students in tap dance education.
ISTD Modern Theatre Dance: is a style of dance regulated by the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD). It combines elements of jazz, ballet, and contemporary dance, focusing on expressive movement, rhythm, and musicality. The syllabus includes various levels, teaching techniques, performance skills, and choreography. It’s popular in dance schools and often emphasizes theatrical performance, allowing dancers to convey stories and emotions through movement. The training can lead to examinations and certifications, promoting both technical skill and creativity.
IDTA Acro Dance integrates elements from ballet, jazz, contemporary, and gymnastics, allowing dancers to showcase a wide range of movements and skills.
The style emphasizes the development of physical strength, flexibility, and balance, with dancers often performing skills such as walk overs, rolls, and other gymnastic moves.
Teachers follow the IDTA Acro syllabus and have the option to take IDTA Acro Dance Exams.
LAMDA (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art), focus on developing skills in performance, interpretation, and creativity.
Children have fun working on drama pieces either in a group, duo or solo.
BYSD work towards Shows, Exams and local events such as Carlisle and District Music and Drama Festival.
Covering singing techniques, voice projection, and performance skills. Students learn how to use their voices effectively while performing.