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About

Dance classes for children in Glasgow

Glasgow Dance Academy offers dance classes of the highest quality for students of all ages and abilities. We provide students with the opportunity to perform in an end of year showcase and to sit exams certified by the internationally recognised and accredited Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing in Ballet, Tap and Modern. We have Disclosure Scotland, CRB Check and full public liability insurance.
We recognise the benefits for young people attending dance classes and encourage these throughout all our classes; developing concentration, social skills, self-confidence, creativity and a healthy lifestyle. Whether you are looking for a fun class or to embark on more focused training, Glasgow Dance Academy provides classes for everyone through experienced industry professionals.

 


Dance Credits Include…

dance credits

 

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Classes

 

Ballet

Using classical technique combined with modern approaches, this class lays the foundations for aspiring ballet dancers. Developing their co-ordination, strength, posture and musicality this class offers a fun and encouraging atmosphere to gain knowledge and understanding of this graceful art form whist leading a healthy lifestyle.

Jazz/Modern

An energetic and popular class combining a range styles from current dance trends to Broadway’s musical theatre. With a focus on technique and style, enjoy dancing and to the latest chart music whilst improving your flexibility and performance in this physically demanding class.

Acro

Acro is the beautiful fusion of classical dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements. Acro technique includes balancing, limbering. tumbling and partnering, based inflexibility, contortion and strength. Acro class must be taken in conjunction with another dance class as students are required to have an understanding of dance technique to access the acro class safely.

locations

Location

Kelvinside Academy
33 Kirklee Road
Glasgow
G12 0SW

 

timetable

Timetable

Price: £5.00 (First Class Free)

Location
Kelvinside Academy
33 Kirklee Road, Glasgow, G12 0SW

 

Thursday

Class Time
Acro Dance (Level 1) 18.00 – 18.45
Contemporary (Intermediate) 18.00 – 18.45
Acro Dance (Level 2) 18.45 – 19.30
Contemporary (Beginners) 18.45 – 19.30
Senior Ballet (Level 1) 19.30 – 20.15
Senior Jazz (Level 2) 19.30 – 20.15
Senior Ballet (Level 2) 20.15 – 21.00
Senior Jazz (Level 1) 20.15 – 21.00

 

Saturday

Class Time
Baby Ballet (3+) 09.30 – 10.00
Baby Jazz (3+) 10.00 – 10.30
Pre School Ballet 09.45 – 10.15
Pre School Jazz 10.15 – 10.45
Primary Ballet 11.00 – 11.45
Primary Jazz 11.45 – 12.30
Junior Jazz 11.00 – 11.45
Junior Ballet 11.45 – 12.30
Pre-Intermediate Ballet 12.30 – 13.15
Pre-Intermediate Jazz 13.15 – 14.00
Intermediate Jazz 12.30 – 13.15
Intermediate Ballet 13.15 – 14.00

*Get in touch to find the right class for your age.

prices

Prices

*FIRST CLASS FREE*

Glasgow Dance Academy offer block bookings that run in line with the school terms. We run classes on Saturday mornings. Class dates and block booking prices are listed below. For details on class times and styles, please visit our Timetable section. We look forward to welcoming you to your first class.

Classes are £5.00.  We take block bookings payable in person or via bank transfer. You can pay in cash at classes or contact us at the class for details to make a bank transfer.

PLEASE NOTE: Students do not need to wait until the start of a new lock to join. Please get in touch to find out more.

 

Term Dates

Thursday classes

OCTOBER 24th, 31st
NOVEMBER 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
DECEMBER 5th, 12th

 

Saturday classes

OCTOBER 26th
NOVEMBER 2nd*, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th*
DECEMBER 7th, 14th

 

*PLEASE NOTE:
There will be no PRE-INTERMEDIATE or INTERMEDIATE classes on the 2nd and 30th of November.

 

Term Fees

Please pay in cash at class or via bank transfer (account details available on request).

faqs

FAQ’s

Click on the questions below for more information.

Your first class is completely free. After that we take block bookings per term. We have several ways to pay making it easy for you to choose the way that suits you best. You can pay online by card through the website, and cash or cheque at the classes.
Please see our ‘Uniform’ section to find your child’s uniform.
If you are unsure about anything ask at class or email info@glasgowdanceacademy.com
Studios can be found on the ‘locations’ page of the website for a link to Google Maps.
Yes, the school has on-street parking.
As the classes are booked in advance unfortunately we cannot offer a refund for missed classes. However, if you start half way through a term you will only pay from your first class onwards.
Yes. We teach syllabus from the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing and put students forward yearly when they have achieved the required level to sit the exams. These are internationally recognised qualifications and help build a fantastic profile for future applications showing commitment and achievement in extra curricular activities.
Yes. We work towards a Christmas show from August – December.  
Classes are split by age and the level will be adjusted to the students in each class. Ages are a guide and students may move class at the discretion of the teacher depending on experience.
We ask parents to remain outside the studios as much as possible. We understand children find if difficult to leave parents at times but are confident in our teachers’ ability to encourage and include children. Our experience has shown us when parents are out of sight; the students often join in and enjoy the class.
Yes. There are changing facilities and toilets at both venues.
contact

Contact

Get in touch with Glasgow Dance Academy

Email: info@glasgowdanceacademy.com

Call or Text: 07792922155

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