Classical Ballet technique was born out of the french courts in the 17th century. Classical ballet technique focusses on long lines in the body, muscular strength and flexibility, clarity and accuracy of footwork and fluidity. An expressive dance style to learn at any age! Children's classes follow the BBO classical syllabus.
Tap dance originates in the USA and has several influences including West African traditional dance, Scottish and Irish dance and English clog dancing. Tap dance was a key part of Vaudeville in the early 20th century. Tap dance is as much about being a musician as it is being a dancer. Percussive rhythmic patterns are learnt using the feet as musical instruments. Children's classes follow the BBO tap dance syllabus.
A combination of acrobatics and dance. The style has become very fashionable with the widespread success of circus companies such as Cirque du Soleil. Acro dance uses a combination of different dance styles mixed with acrobatics to form an ecclectic style of movement. Children's classes follow the BBO acrodancer syllabus.
A combination of street dance technique, contemporary dance, jazz dance and martial arts. This dance class also includes elements of choreography giving students the opportunity to create their own movement sequences.