Creative ballet and dance is a wonderful way to introduce children to the world of dance. It is a fun and engaging way for children to learn about movement, rhythm, and expression. Creative ballet and dance classes are typically taught by experienced dance instructors who understand the needs of young learners.

Here are some tips for introducing children to creative ballet and dance:

• • Find a qualified dance instructor. Look for an instructor who has experience teaching creative ballet and dance to children. The instructor should be patient and supportive, and they should create a fun and welcoming learning environment.
• • Start with a beginner class. Creative ballet and dance classes are typically offered in different levels, so make sure to choose a beginner class for your child. This will give them a chance to learn the basics of movement and rhythm.
• • Encourage your child to have fun. Creative ballet and dance classes should be enjoyable for children. If your child is not having fun, they are less likely to stick with it.
• • Be patient. It takes time for children to learn new skills. Don’t get discouraged if your child doesn’t master everything right away. Just keep encouraging them to practice and have fun.

Here are some activities that you can do at home to help introduce your child to creative ballet and dance:

• • Put on some music and dance together. This is a great way to get your child moving and to introduce them to different types of music.
• • Play games that involve movement. For example, you can play Simon Says, Freeze Dance, or Musical Chairs.
• • Read books about dance to your child. There are many great children’s books about dance that can help your child learn about different dance styles and famous dancers.
• • Take your child to see a dance performance. This is a great way to expose your child to the world of dance and to inspire them to dance themselves.

Creative ballet and dance is a great way for children to learn new skills, have fun, and express themselves creatively. It is also a great way to develop their confidence and self-esteem.

At JUMPUP we offer the following subjects

• • RAD Ballet
• • Baby Ballet
• • ISTD Modern
• • ISTD Tap
• • Street Dance & Jazz

Have a look at our website for days & times and teacher’s info. The children are always allowed to try a new dance style.

www.jumpup.co.uk

OUR STUDIOS

• • O2 Centre 255 Finchley Road NW6 3LU
• • St Mark’s Church St Mark’s Square NW1 7TN
• • The UCL Academy Adelaide Road NW3 3AQ
• • St Margaret’s School 18 Kidderpore Gardens NW3 7SR
• • Mill Hill Library Hartley Avenue NW7 2HX
• • Mill Hill Music Complex Bunn’s Lane Works NW7 2AJ
• • The Orion School Grahame Park Way NW7 2AL

RAD & ISTD EXAMS

We prepare our students for examinations of the RAD ( ballet) & ISTD ( modern & Tap)

Exams are not compulsory and students can move up with their classmates if they have reached the right level of competency. All our teacher are fully qualified and registered with the RAD and the ISTD and are DBS checked

Exams are held once, sometimes twice a year and it takes 1-2 years to prepare for an examination ( depending on the level) There will be a charge to take the exam as well as for the extra coaching classes.

BALLET EXAM CLASSES UNIFORM

All items are available from erna@jumpup.co.uk

An invoice will be send out and the items handed over once paid for   

PRE-PRIMARY & PRIMARY ( ages 3-7)

• • Hair in a neat pony tail or another neat style off the face
• • Pink Leotard
• • Pink Cross-over
• • Pink Skirt
• • Ballet socks or tights
• • Ballet Shoes

G1-G5 (ages 7-15)

• • Hair in a neat ballet bun
• • Navy Leotard
• • Navy cross-over
• • Ballet socks or tights
• • Ballet Shoes
• • Character skirt
• • Character shoes

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED

• • Hair in a neat ballet bun
• • Black strappy leotard with a plain back
• • Ballet tights
• • Ballet Shoes
• • Pointe shoes

TAP & MODERN EXAM CLASSES UNIFORM

• • Hair in a neat hairstyle ponytail or braided
• • Navy Leotard
• • G5 upwards Black leotard
• • Black Leggings or tights
• • Black Bloch tap shoes  ( timestep or laced)
• • Jumpup T shirt

On cold winter days they are allowed to wear jumpup branded T shirts or hoodies & black leggings or other tight fitted tops. Nothing baggy please.

For ballet Navy, black or pink crossovers can be ordered.

Please email me your requirements.

STREET & COMMERCIAL

Our street & Commercial classes are taught by Dance College Graduates who have performance experience and are DBS checked. We have classes at the O2 Centre on a Friday and at The Mill Hill Music Complex and St Mark’s Church on a Saturday

Streetdance classes are grouped by age and we start at age 5 or 6

UNIFORM FOR STREET DANCE

• • Hair in a neat hairstyle off the face
• • Black Leggings
• • Clean trainers
• • Jumpup T shirt available from

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SHOW INFO – Held in Mill Hill every 2 years

All the students perform in our shows which takes place on a weekend in the Spring or Summer term. It is not compulsory to take part but the kids love it and as soon as it is over they want to do another one!

It’s a great opportunity for students to perform on stage with an audience

Once the show is announced please let us know asap if you son/daughter is not taking part.

The classes in the term leading up to the show will dedicate time to the show dances as well as dance technique.

A show fee with be charged which will include the hire of one costume. Each class will perform a dance so if in more classes they will perform more dances and there may be an additional costume hire charge.

Pictures will be taken during the dress rehearsal and the show and the show will also be professionally filmed. You can purchase a DVD or an online link to view & download.

Show weekend starts at 9am on Saturday morning with a dress rehearsal, followed by lunch ( you need to collect) followed by a first show at 6pm (tbc)

The Sunday show will be a matinee at 1.30pm (tbc)

We always need parents with a DBS ( or willing to get one) to volunteer to help backstage to keep the children safe so expect an email requesting your help when it’s the show term.

PARKING AT OUR VENUES

St Mark’s Church and St Margaret’s School

on street parking and there are no restrictions on a Saturday

O2 centre

There is a car park at the back which is free for 1.5 hours if you go shopping in Sainsbury’s and spend £10

Mill Hill Music Complex

There is a small car park but it can get very busy

Orion School

There is a car park out front for pick up & drop off.

QUERIES
For admin, artistic or exam queries please contact Erna on erna@jumpup.co.uk

Ten 07946581933