Creative stage Classes
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Choose the perfect class
If you are unsure which class would be most suitable for your young person, please contact us and we will be happy to advise the best option.
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Pre-School mini-creatives (Fridays)
Ages 2 3/4-pre-school.
This class is a combination of acting, dancing and singing with an aim to build a child’s confidence and imagination as well as developing coordination and concentration. Energetic and fast-paced this class will be sure to keep them smiling.
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Performing Arts Troupe
Ages P1-3, P4-7, S1-3, S4-6.
Our most popular class! Sessions available in Galashiels (Mondays) Melrose (Tuesdays), Selkirk (Wednesdays) and Lauder (Thursdays). PAT classes are an introduction to the three main disciplines of Musical Theatre; acting, dancing and singing. This class helps to build confidence, develop coordination and concentration as well as inspiring them to use their imagination and individual creativity.
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Pre-School Ballet (Saturdays)
Age 2 3/4-pre-school
Ballet will keep little ones engaged and immersed in the joy of dance. They will learn structured basic movements to help develop balance and control as well as free movement, helping to encourage creative flair and musicality.
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Tap
Age P1-Adult
Become your own percussive instrument! Tap is one of the most rhythmical of all dance disciplines. Classes teach the foundations required to take pupils through the entire ISTD exam syllabi, gaining a wide vocabulary of steps that will have them looking and feeling like a skilful tapper. ISTD exams are available from primary to advanced levels.
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Modern
Ages P1-S6
Modern dance is often seen on the stages of musical productions and is known for its theatrical qualities. Modern incorporates a combination of jazz, lyrical and contemporary dance styles consisting of high kicks, leaps and turns which require strength and flexibility. ISTD exams are available from primary to advanced levels.
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Ballet
P1-Adult
One of the most expressive forms of dance, ballet is the foundation of all disciplines. It helps to promote good posture, balance, strength and flexibility. Creative Stage follow the RAD exam syllabus, which also incorporates Hungarian, Russian and Polish character dance, and pointe work for those studying Grade 4 and above. RAD exams are available from primary to advanced levels.
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Hip Hop/Commercial (Tuesdays)
Ages P1-S6
This non-syllabus, less structured, highly energetic class teaches children Hip-Hop moves and the latest up to date dance craze commercial styles as well as limbering and strengthening the body safely.
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Acrobatic Arts (Tuesdays)
Ages P2-S6
The Acro dance programme is based on safe and effective progressions in flexibility, strength, balance, limbering and tumbling. Classes take the beginner from log rolls and somersaults to the advanced dancer tumbling effortlessly across the stage.
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Flexibility/Commercial
Ages S1+
This non-syllabus, less structured, highly energetic class teaches the latest commercial style which develops and evolves with the changing fashion of dance. The class also teaches students to warm up the body correctly, stretch safely and become knowledgeable about their muscles and joints
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Adult Classes
We currently offer a choice of three Adult Classes:
Tap, ballet and fitness/commercial
Offering a varied range of dance disciplines designed to strengthen and sculpt the body, increase flexibility and range of motion, improve posture and fitness levels as well as having a few laughs and meeting new friends!
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Dance Cirque Mini Monkeys (Fridays)
Swing into something spectacular with this brand new class! First class special taking place tomoFriday 5th September at 1.15pm with a special price of just £5 to join the jungle jam!
Mini Monkeys is a circus-based dance programme that introduces fundamental circus and dance skills through interactive circuits and apparatus like balance beams, hula hoops, aerial silks, lyra, trapeze and juggling equipment
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Acting Classes (Friday High School, Saturday Primary)
✨ Discover the Magic of Acting!
Step into the spotlight and let your creativity shine in our exciting acting classes!
Our sessions build confidence, teamwork, and imagination while teaching the foundations of performance. From engaging drama games to script work and stage skills, students will learn how to bring characters to life and tell powerful stories. Whether your child dreams of the stage or just wants to grow in confidence, our acting classes are the perfect place to express themselves, make friends and lasting memories.