Dakodas Dance Academy

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Our exceptional DDA workshops are designed for children to have fun and hone skills they already have and learn some new ones! All through dance, singing, drama & crafts! Classes are delivered by industry professionals who are passionate and experienced in teaching children, providing a positive environment for them to express themselves and be creative. Whether or not they keep on practising the performing arts, their memories will be cherished and the skills learnt will be used throughout their lives. All our workshops are fun! Learners are gaining coordination, confidence, creativity, musicality, increased concentration levels, and much more! A sneak peek into some of the activities that we do in our Performing Arts Camps: DANCE – We learn some cool moves and one short choreography ACTING – We play drama games and re-enact scenes from a movie/show where everyone has a role to play SINGING – We learn a song and have students co-create the movements to go with it CRAFTS – We get creative and design the props for our other activities (and get to paint which everyone loves)! We also do many more fun and exciting activities that keep everyone engaged throughout the day! Performing Arts Workshops for Children Our performing arts workshops for children are a great way for kids to explore their creativity and express themselves through dance, music, and theater. We offer a variety of workshops to choose from, so there is something for everyone. • Dance workshops: Our dance workshops teach kids the basics of different dance styles, such as ballet, hip hop, and jazz. We also offer workshops on specific dance techniques, such as acro and tumbling. • Theater workshops: Our theater workshops teach kids the basics of acting, singing, and dancing. We also offer workshops on scriptwriting and stagecraft. Our workshops are led by experienced and qualified instructors who are passionate about teaching kids. We create a safe and supportive environment where kids can explore their creativity and have fun. Benefits of performing arts workshops for children: • Develop their creativity: Performing arts workshops can help kids develop their creativity by giving them a chance to express themselves through movement, music, and language. • Build confidence: Performing arts workshops can help kids build confidence by giving them a chance to perform in front of others. • Learn teamwork: Performing arts workshops can help kids learn teamwork by working together to create a performance. • Make new friends: Performing arts workshops are a great way for kids to make new friends who share their interests.

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Street dance is a popular, high-energy umbrella word for many dance styles that originated in the streets and clubs of New York City in the 1970s, and it has since become a worldwide phenomenon. It’s a high-energy, creative, and exciting form of dance that is perfect for children of all ages. DDA’s street dance classes for boys & girls offer a safe and supportive environment for young children aged 3-17 years to learn and practice their dance skills.

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Hip Hop / Street Dance is one of the coolest dance styles out there. Within the class the teacher uses the most current music to inspire the children to dance to from artists such as Justin Timberlake & Beyonce to Stormy and Billie Eilish. Whether your child is a beginner or a little more advanced, our Street Dance classes are tailored to accommodate and are taught by out friendly, professional dance instructors. Classes will start with a warm up before moving into basic dance moves. Teaching the students the basics of rhythm & coordination. Then moving on at a natural pace adding tore technique as the student builds confidence. This street dance & hip hop class is suitable for children aged 4-7 years old.

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Our tap classes are perfect for children who love rhythm and want to learn how to make music with their feet. They will learn various tap steps and techniques, as well as how to combine them into a routine. Tap dance is a fun and energetic way to express oneself while developing musicality, coordination, and rhythm. Our jazz classes are perfect for children who love to move and groove to music. They will learn various jazz techniques, including isolations, turns, and jumps, and will work on developing their flexibility and coordination. Jazz dance is a high-energy and expressive style that encourages self-expression and creativity.

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In our Beginner Ballet classes, we use a wide variety of music including funky re-mixed nursery rhymes, classical masterpieces and much more. Classes are delivered by friendly professional teachers who deliver this non-stop energy-packed class that will have your little one’s confidence soaring. Social skills, self-awareness, awareness of others, sharing, taking turns and many other important development lifelong skills are implemented. We use lots of different props to enhance the fun, and parents or carers can be as involved as much or little as their child wants or needs. This Beginner Ballet class is suitable for children aged 1-2 years old.

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At Dakoda’s, we believe that drama is more than just a form of entertainment – it’s a powerful tool that can help children develop essential life skills, boost their confidence, and foster a love for the performing arts. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors is passionate about nurturing young talent and guiding them on their journey to self-expression. When you enroll your child in our drama lessons, you can expect a dynamic and engaging curriculum that combines imagination, teamwork, and self-discovery. We offer a range of activities and exercises that encourage children to step out of their comfort zones, explore different characters and emotions, and develop their own unique acting style..

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This specially designed Tap & Jazz class has been created by Dakoda’s Dance Academy for both Boys & Girls. Tap dance is a type of dance that uses metal plates on the Heel and the toe to create a ‘percussion’ sound. There are many variations of tap but we prefer to teach ‘ Broadway Tap’ which also uses classic 80s and 90s tracks to give a classic Hip Hop vibe. Whether your child is a beginner or a little more advanced, our Tap & Jazz classes are tailored to accommodate and are taught by out friendly, professional dance instructors. This Tap and Jazz class is suitable for children ages 5-7 years old.

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During these classes the language of Ballet, as well as knowledge of correct structural and muscular placement will be taught. Elegance, grace with strength, flexibility, expression and artistry are taught and students will learn the disciplines of classical, free- movement and character.

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At Dakoda’s, we believe that drama is more than just a form of entertainment – it’s a powerful tool that can help children develop essential life skills, boost their confidence, and foster a love for the performing arts. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors is passionate about nurturing young talent and guiding them on their journey to self-expression. When you enroll your child in our drama lessons, you can expect a dynamic and engaging curriculum that combines imagination, teamwork, and self-discovery. We offer a range of activities and exercises that encourage children to step out of their comfort zones, explore different characters and emotions, and develop their own unique acting style.

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We provide high-quality voice education for children who are passionate about singing and want to improve their vocal abilities. Our classes are designed to help children develop their vocal range, improve their pitch, and learn proper breathing techniques, Singing and vocal training can enhance your child’s musical abilities, improve their pitch, tone, and diction, and increase their range and endurance. They will learn how to sing with proper technique, which will prevent vocal strain, and help them develop a unique and beautiful voice.

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Musical Theatre is a fantastic fun form of theatrical performance that kids love. All the dancing, singing and acting students have learnt in individual classes are fused together and emphasis is placed on confident performing and style. Exerts from different musicals e.g. Wicked, Mary Poppins, Billy Elliott etc are selected each term and students then have the chance to show off these skills in our biennial Theatre productions. This musical theatre class is suitable for children aged 4-6 years old.

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Hip Hop / Street Dance is one of the coolest dance styles out there. Within the class the teacher uses the most current music to inspire the children to dance to from artists such as Justin Timberlake & Beyonce to Stormy and Billie Eilish. Whether your child is a beginner or a little more advanced, our Street Dance classes are tailored to accommodate and are taught by out friendly, professional dance instructors. Classes will start with a warm up before moving into basic dance moves. Teaching the students the basics of rhythm & coordination. Then moving on at a natural pace adding tore technique as the student builds confidence. This street dance & hip hop class is suitable for children aged 4-6 years old.

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At Dakoda’s, we believe that drama is more than just a form of entertainment – it’s a powerful tool that can help children develop essential life skills, boost their confidence, and foster a love for the performing arts. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors is passionate about nurturing young talent and guiding them on their journey to self-expression. When you enroll your child in our drama lessons, you can expect a dynamic and engaging curriculum that combines imagination, teamwork, and self-discovery. We offer a range of activities and exercises that encourage children to step out of their comfort zones, explore different characters and emotions, and develop their own unique acting style..

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In our Beginner Ballet classes, we use a wide variety of music including funky re-mixed nursery rhymes, classical masterpieces and much more. Classes are delivered by friendly professional teachers who deliver this non-stop energy-packed class that will have your little one’s confidence soaring. Social skills, self-awareness, awareness of others, sharing, taking turns and many other important development lifelong skills are implemented. We use lots of different props to enhance the fun, and parents or carers can be as involved as much or little as their child wants or needs. This Beginner Ballet class is suitable for children aged 1-2 years old.

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Hip Hop / Street Dance is one of the coolest dance styles out there. Within the class the teacher uses the most current music to inspire the children to dance to from artists such as Justin Timberlake & Beyonce to Stormy and Billie Eilish. Whether your child is a beginner or a little more advanced, our Street Dance classes are tailored to accommodate and are taught by out friendly, professional dance instructors. Classes will start with a warm up before moving into basic dance moves. Teaching the students the basics of rhythm & coordination. Then moving on at a natural pace adding tore technique as the student builds confidence. This Street Dance & Hip Hop class is suitable for children aged 6-8 years old.

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At Dakoda’s Dance Academy, we offer a nurturing environment where preschool children can learn to express themselves through movement. We understand that children develop at different rates, which is why our classes are tailored to each child’s abilities. Our experienced and highly trained instructors have a passion for teaching and helping children reach their full potential.

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