STEP UP
School Of Dance And Performing Arts
BOOGIE BOPPERS FREESTYLE/DISCO:
Boogie Boppers is fun and exciting class for youngsters. To ignite the buzz into dancing for those who have never danced before.
Learning the latest craze in 'The Wiggles', 'Lazy Town', 'Tweenies', along with movement to music and disco/freestyle.
This is a great introductory to dance for younger children, and a great way for them to mix and interact with other children, as well as building confidence, co-ordination and fitness level!
All pupils that take part in this class will taught the basis of what our dance school offers, and preparing the children to progress onto higher levels of dance within our studio's.
BALLET & TAP:
Your child will learn the Ballet and Tap I.D.T.A syllabus, along with dances 
and mimes. They will also be learning the meaning of both styles of dance from the poise, elegance, feet and arm positions of Ballet, to the sounds, rhythms and foot work of Tap.
This is a great class for children who are at a young age but want to start dancing.
We offer these at The Dingle Community Centre and Sycamore Green Centre.
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
RHYTHMIC GYM:
F*A*N*T*A*S*T*I*C new class that we have started to offer at the Dingle Community Centre studio.
We are the only school in the area to offer this brand new style of dance craze.
This class is full of pure fun! Not only will you learn dances, but, we add to the fun by using ribbons, hoops, balls and much more to create funky routines!
We offer this class for youngsters only, but we will be adding a a class for older pupils very soon!...
**WE ARE ALSO OFFERING A SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL DEAL WITH THIS CLASS AND BELLY DANCING FOR CHILDREN**
FREESTYLE/DISCO & SLOW DANCE:
Funky, fast Freestyle/Disco, learning the most up to date moves concentrating on speed, stamina, strength, flexibility and co-ordination.
This class is designed for our competitors within the school, but new pupils are always welcome to join.
This class involves splits, kicks, spins, jumps and much more making it a fun and energetic class.
This style of dance is for all ages and abilities as each pupil will get the chance to learn the basics of freestyle and grow and learn many energetic routines!
We will offer slow dance which is a controlled styles adding aspects of ballet and Latin.
This form of dance will show extenSion, expansion and control. Along with showing feeling through movement.
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
CHEERLEADING:
Learn cheers, chants and routine, in a fun, energetic and friendly atmosphere.
Learn all the arms positions, actions and routines.
Learn to dance like the cheerleaders in 'Bring It On'.
Pupils will learn from the B.C.A syllabus, and will be given the chance to take examinations in this form of dance.
We only offer private lessons at the moment in this form of dance, however classes will be added to our time table very soon!...
MUSICAL THEATRE:
This class is held three times a week at our Dingle and Sycamore studios. In which the pupils learn different routines to the latest stage musicals, they also learn singing, breathing and vocal techniques, as well as acting techniques. Plus they will learn all stage terminology, as well as receiving notes on the different fields of performing arts.
The pupils in this class will be offered the chance to perform on top London stages, in talent shows and competitions, as well as charity and display events. They will also get the chance to audition for dance, TV, stage and adverts. The out of house auditions are given to pupils by 'STEP UP' teachers. We select pupils that we think suit individual or group auditions! But at 'STEP UP' we will involve and encourage EVERY pupil who wishes to take part in auditions.
This is a great class if you child just wants to experience the FUN and EXCITMENT of performing arts, but also experience the world of performing arts! Pupils will also prepare for our annual school musical theatre show. We perform one - two a year, in which we stage a full all acting, all sing, all dancing production of a top west end stage musical.
We hold a day of FREE auditions in which we ask pupils to prepare acting, singing and dancing piece depending on the part that they wish to audition for.
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
STREET DANCE AND HIP-HOP:
This class is offered to everyone.
We learn fit, funky routines, anyone can do it. Even YOU!!!
You will enjoy it, have great fun and relax in our friendly environment.
Dance like they do in music videos and concert tours.
We hold different classes for different levels of ability.
We are also going to be holding classes for pupils to learn the latest in popping, locking and break dancing.
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
BELLY DANCING:
Great class for those who want to learn to dance, but do not want anything that is to energetic.
We offer a traditional and a modern twist to belly dancing.
This class is especially great for adult women, who want to keep in shape as well has enjoying themselves at the same time!
Great class for letting your hair down after a day at work, have fun a meet new people.
Great bunch of ladies attend and they are always up for a laugh and a good, enjoyable time!
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
LATIN:
Want to cha cha cha the night away?
Learning the latest steps to a sexy Samba, energetic Jive.
Dancing slowly to the Rumba, or being dramatic with the Paso.
We can learn you all these.
We offer class and private lesson tuition in these styles of dance.
You do not need to have a partner, just come along to our studio.
We also offer private one-to-one tuition as well as class tuition in this form of dance.
ROCK & ROLL:
Learn to dance with or without a partner.
Learn traditional rock and roll, or our very own modern twist to rock and roll.
You can learn for fun and enjoyment, or for competitions.
So depending on if you want to lift your partner, or just learn the basic steps to dance the night away learn them under the roof of the STEP UP studio's.
At the moment we only offer this form of dance in private lessons.
LINE DANCING:
Great new class coming soon!
Fantastic for O.A.P's who are young at heart and want to enjoy an evening of dancing the night away.
You do not need a partner, just try up and have fun!
This class will be added to our time table very soon!.....
BOX-ER-CISE:
Forget hips, bums and tums....
Ladies this is the new way of exercise!
Keep fit and health learning Box-Er-Cise.
Great class for those who want to get in shape, but do it while in a fun and friendly environment!
Gents are welcome too!
WEDDING DANCES:
Do you want yourself and your partner to have the perfect wedding dance?
Do you want to have something totally original?
Want to surprise you're family, friends and guests?
Then why not have private lessons with our principals and learn your very own routine.
Have something different;
You can provide the music, or we will provide a selection of songs for you to choice form.
You can decide if you would like something slow and classy, or, something wide and funny to get your party guests in the mood for a night full of fun!
Call now for more information, or, to book private tuition.
SINGING:
Coming soon!
Learn all different types of songs from ballads to musical, pop, musicals and much more!
We offer singing lesson in 15 minutes, 20 minutes or 30 minutes.
We will also be offering a singing workshop.
Please see our time table.
HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS:
Our holiday workshops are held for pupils and non-pupils of the STEP UP studio.
We will be holding to classes depending on age.
In these classes pupils will learning dancing, singing and acting, having a choice if they do not wish to take part in all three.
This class is a set fee, which is to be paid for on the day of arrival.
There will then be a mini performance staged to show family and fiends what they have learnt.
Please keep a look out on our time table to see when our holiday workshop will take place.
EDUCATIONAL NURSERIES AND SCHOOLS:
We not only provide dance classes at our studio's., we also provide dance to educational schools as part of physical education.
Dance is a fantastic form or exercise, but great fun!...
We offer one off taster sessions, weekly bookings and term bookings. As well as freelance choreography for shows, events and displays within your school.
We offer them to nursery children as well as primary and secondary schools.
We will also be offering a free taster session to many schools, so if you would like to try our free taster session please contact us!
Please see our school tours sections for more information.
PRIVATE TUITION:
Private lessons are available with our principal teachers for all ages, all abilities in all style.
All competition competitors must have at least one private lesson a week.
For competitors and pupils private lessons are available in:
♥ Freestyle Solo
♥ Freestyle Pairs
♥ Freestyle Trio's
♥ Slow Dance
♥ Show Dance & Musical Theatre
♥ Rock n Roll
♥ Street Dance & Hip-Hop
♥ Burlesque
♥ Cheerleading
♥ Latin
♥ Belly Dancing
♥ Wedding Dances
♥ Singing
We also offer many different styles of dance to offer! All you have to do is contact us and book your private lesson NOW!....