Welcome to Our Academy

At The Chloe James Academy of Dance, we believe in nurturing talent and passion in a supportive and inclusive environment. We run classes for all ages and abilities.  All pupils will have the opportunity to study Ballet, Tap, Theatre Craft and Freestyle.  All pupils will have the opportunity to take part in whole school shows.  All pupils will have the opportunity to work towards IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association) examinations. The IDTA offers a range of both medals and graded examinations that cater for all abilities, allowing everyone to be involved. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What age groups do you cater to?

We run classes for pupils aged 3 and above.  Please check out the class schedule page to see what time you should attend.

 

I do not currently have an adult tap class sceduled but would love to hear from you if you would be interested in attending an adult tap class. 

Do I need any dance experience to join?
No, we welcome dancers of all levels, including complete beginners.

What do I need to bring to my first class?

Just wear comfortable clothing and trainers. Please bring a water bottle. 

What dance styles do you teach?

Tap

Tap is a rhythmical and dynamic dance style. Old favourites such as 42nd Street and Crazy For You through to Stomp and Tap Dogs, highlight the great diversities of style and music in tap. Tap is great for rhythmical students that like to make noise. 

Freestyle

Freestyle is a modern, expressive and varied dance style. It is a popular form of dance in the UK today. It involves runs, spins, kicks and leaps, as well as many other diverse steps and movements with lots of arm and hand actions.  The music can be fast and rhythmic or slow with feeling, allowing dancers of all ages to use freedom of expression to enhance their style. Freestyle dance can often be seen on pop videos. 

Theatre Craft

Theatre Craft is learning to dance and perform on stage.  Essential elements include kicks, turn and rhythmic awareness.  All are explored whilst props and accessories are used to assit the styles. 

Ballet

Ballet is a classical style of dance.  Ballet has a technique which is the foundation of all dance styles. Ballet dates back to the 17th century and the conventional steps, grace and fluidity of movement are still found in ballet today. 

THE INTERNATIONAL DANCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION - IDTA

Teachers at the school are qualified dance teachers with the IDTA. Pupils have the opportunity to take IDTA dance qualifications. 

The International Dance Teachers Association is a leading dance qualification body and membership association for professional dance teachers, with over 7000 members in over 55 countries. The IDTA offers the widest variety of dance forms, examines performance for both professional and non-professionals of all ages, develops the skills of professional practice of members and promotes a love of dance across a dynamic, global community. 

To find out more information about the IDTA - why not check out their website:  www.idta.co.uk

 

Contact us

Ready to dance? Get in touch to join us today!

Location

The Chloe James Academy of Dance
Bembridge C of E Primary School, Walls Rd,  Bembridge

PO35 5RH