Skylark Fraya at bbodance Masterclass

27/08/2021
As you may be aware our school is affiliated with bbodance @bbodance who are celebrating their 91st anniversary this year.
Our Skylark Fraya has recently attended a Masterclass with Principal of Birmingham Royal Ballet and newest patron of the bbodance Brandon Lawrence @blawrencedancer. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and dedication to dance. She had a wonderful time and immensely enjoyed the experience.
Huge thank you to the bbodance for their continued support and opportunities they provide to our students and teachers especially through such a tough year. We are proud to be a part of the bbodance family. ❤️

Counting down to the start of classes

31/08/2020
We are counting down to the start of classes and are happy to announce further new additions to our timetable for younger learners ‘Introduction to Ballet’ & ‘Parent & Child Ballet’.
In each class we’ll work on posture, coordination, strength and musicality.
These classes are being launched today, exclusively for our followers. Contact us on info@skylarkdance.com for more information and to book a trial class!

Starting Pointe Classes

28/08/2020
Starting Pointe Class is a very exciting time for any aspiring ballerina.
We are really pleased to be starting Point Work classes at the school this year.
For more information about classes please contact us on info@skylarkdance.com
Or read below:
Starting POINTE WORK is a special milestone in a ballerina’s life. Dancing on your toes requires tremendous strength of the legs and feet. How do you know when you’re ready for pointe shoes?
  • The proper age to start pointe work is controversial. Many experts believe that a ballet dancer can begin dancing on pointe if she is at least 9 or 10 years old. Some teachers don’t attach a number at all, they simply rely on ability. However, because the growth of the foot is about complete at age 11 or 12, many agree that pointe work could be introduced at this time.
  • In order to be able to dance on pointe, a dancer must have had time to achieve the form, strength, and alignment needed to make a successful transition into pointe work. Proper technique is required to be able to properly rise on the toes without risks of injury.
  • In order to maintain proper technique and flexibility needed for pointe work, it is imperative to practice ballet formally at least 3 times per week. The pointe portion of the class should follow the regular ballet class, perhaps extending the time half an hour. This ensures that the entire body, especially the feet and ankles, are properly warmed up.
  • All dancers should be formally evaluated by their ballet teacher to determine if they are physically ready to meet the demands of pointe work. The teacher should check for correct body position and alignment, sufficient turnout, strength and balance, and mastery of basic ballet techniques.

Exams are complete

11/05/2019

Dance exams are over! 🌟 What an emotional day it was. We are so proud of all our students, who worked really hard. Well done Skylarks! ✨👏

One month till our BBO dance exams

10/04/2019

Only one month left until our BBO dance exams, feeling determined and very excited. 🙏✨ We finished the Easter Intensive exam preparation course today, well done to all who attended! Now it’s time to relax and enjoy the holidays. 🙌

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