Dakodas Dance Academy

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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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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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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During this 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. This Street Dance Class is suitable for children aged 11+ years old.

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Our classes are designed to provide high-quality dance education in a supportive and nurturing environment, and we prioritize the safety and well-being of all our students. In our advanced classes we will challenge students to build upon their skills and technique. They will learn more complex movements, combinations, and choreography, helping them to become stronger, more confident dancers. This is an advanced ballet class suitable for those aged 14+.

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This street dance & hip hop class is suitable for children aged 7-11 years old. 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.

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This Pointe and Pre-Pointe, Turns and Jumps class is suitable for children aged 11-17 years old with previous ballet experience of at least 3 years.

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This street dance & hip hop class is suitable for children aged 6-10 years old. 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.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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This class is suitable for children aged 4-7 years old. Our Acro /Gymnastics class for boys and girls is an energetic class for all abilities and ages. Students will learn to stretch and warm up safely, following on to sitting pike, sitting straddles, forward rolls. They will then progress further into handstands, Cartwheels, Bridges, Kick Overs & more.

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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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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 4-7 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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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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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 13+ years old.

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This stretch class is suitable for those aged 7+ years.

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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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This Street Dance & Hip Hop class for children aged 13-17 years old at an Intermediate level. 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.

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This class is suitable for children aged 13+ years old. Our Acro /Gymnastics class for boys and girls is an energetic class for all abilities and ages. Students will learn to stretch and warm up safely, following on to sitting pike, sitting straddles, forward rolls. They will then progress further into handstands, Cartwheels, Bridges, Kick Overs & More.

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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 11-15 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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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. This ballet class is suitable for children aged 11-14 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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This specially designed Tap & Jazz class is the perfect introduction to Ballet and 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 Street Dance classes are tailored to accommodate and are taught by out friendly, professional dance instructors. This Tap and Jazz class is suitable for children ages 9+ years old.

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This S.E.N.D Class is suitable for children aged 6 years +

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Our Street Jazz Class is suitable for teens aged 13+ It’s all about the attitude! A totally cool, funky, fun style of dance often seen in music videos and danced by their favourite pop stars. With the latest music and moves, you can be sure they are learning all the right steps in an age-appropriate content.

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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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Join us for a fun Halloween half-term performing arts camp! 4-8 years Inside-out inspired camp At Dakoda’s Dance Academy, we understand the importance of high-quality children’s dance classes and dance education. Our expert instructors are highly trained and experienced in teaching a diverse range of dance styles to children of all ages and skill levels. With our state-of-the-art facilities, your child will have access to top-notch resources needed for their growth and development as a dancer. We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each student, ensuring that they receive individualized feedback and support throughout their dance journey. Additionally, our academy offers various performance opportunities for students to showcase their skills and build confidence on stage. Choose Dakoda’s Dance Academy for an immersive dance experience that will elevate your child’s skills both on and off the dance floor.

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Join us for a fun Halloween half-term performing arts camp! 9-15 years - Night at the musicals camp At Dakoda’s Dance Academy, we understand the importance of high-quality children’s dance classes and dance education. Our expert instructors are highly trained and experienced in teaching a diverse range of dance styles to children of all ages and skill levels. With our state-of-the-art facilities, your child will have access to top-notch resources needed for their growth and development as a dancer. We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each student, ensuring that they receive individualized feedback and support throughout their dance journey. Additionally, our academy offers various performance opportunities for students to showcase their skills and build confidence on stage. Choose Dakoda’s Dance Academy for an immersive dance experience that will elevate your child’s skills both on and off the dance floor.

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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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