When choosing a Suffolk ballet school for your child, a good place to start is to look at the qualifications of the teacher. In the UK, the Royal Academy of Dance trains professional dancers and dance teachers to teach classical ballet to a world-class standard. And has consistently been rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted who praised the RAD on the high skill base acquired by students as well as the quality of the training.
So, who are the RAD?
Established over 100 years ago, the Royal Academy of Dance has established itself as a world leader in dance education and training. An international network of dance teachers, who support and connect a global community of more than 400,000 students and dancers of all ages and abilities, in more than 80 countries. With one clear belief; that dance has the power to transform lives for the better.
Why should I choose an RAD ballet teacher?
RAD teachers follow a carefully chosen syllabus that is created to be fun and safe, and allows students to make steady progress through various stages. Yes, there are exams and assessments at points, these are approached in a low key and stress-free way and are seen by LTS School of Dance as opportunities to motivate, praise and reward students.
Founder of LTS School of Dance, Lily Turner Smith completed a BA (Hons) Ballet Education at the RAD graduating in 2022. The RAD are the only dance school in the UK that offer ballet teaching qualifications to a degree and post graduate level.
In addition to that, Lily acquired the Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Dance (LRAD) enabling her teach RAD grades as well as attaining a license to teach Silver Swans (ballet for over 55’s)
LTS School of Dance already offer a range of ballet classes in Suffolk at various locations.
Another unique selling point for RAD teachers is that they all follow the same syllabus. So, if you are to move to another area, your child will be able to join another RAD school and continue precisely where they left off. Causing minimal disruption to their dance education and providing some familiarity and a chance to make new friends at a time of change in their young lives.
The RAD is about more than dance
RAD teaching is about more than just learning to dance, it’s about building self-esteem, confidence and self-motivation as students learn to overcome challenges. It feeds creativity and musicality that have enormous benefits to children’s emotional development and wellbeing. As well as learning crucial social skills.
Numerous studies have shown that children who participate in extra-curricular activities such as dance perform better academically. And physically dance has many benefits, such as improving strength, stamina and posture.
How far can RAD ballet training take my child?
RAD ballet training can take your child all the way in ballet performance and education. So, unlike some other dance schools, your child won’t have the disruption of having to change dance schools to study at a higher level. Talking of higher levels, some of the higher-level RAD grades attract UCAS tariff points.
Where can I find my nearest RAD teacher?
The RAD website has a useful register of teachers where you can search all registered RAD teachers in your area. LTS school of Dance are listed on that register and offer a host of ballet classes in Suffolk at various locations.
So, if you’re looking for children’s ballet classes in Suffolk, I hope this has been helpful to you. LTS School of Dance teach children’s ballet from 3 – 11 years on Saturday mornings at The Guildhall in Hadleigh. Call 07872436307 or email ltsschoolofdance23@gmail.com for enquiries.
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