Classes
 
Classes are conducted in Jazz, Tap, Classical Ballet, Funk and Creative Movement. All styles except for the Creative Movement have classes for beginners to advanced and child to adults. On occasions, we also have stretching or Pilates classes. The minimum age at which a child may begin classes is three year old.
 
Creative Movement class has been specifically designed for the 3 – 5 age groups. It combines Classical, Jazz and Mime dance to teach children the fundamentals of movement and music. Favourite songs of children are used and dance games and singing are incorporated into the lesson.
 
Hip Hop dancing is today's "fashion dance style" (constantly bombarding audiences in advertising, music videos and TV). It appeals to all ages and is socially acceptable to boys. It has a style and technique so different to any other dance form that even teenagers who have no dance experience are not held back by their lack of dance training. It does not require the suppleness and technique of other dance styles and is therefore more accessible for all ages. Hip Hop is taught from the B.B.D.S (Broken Beat Dance Syllabus) and examinations are also available under this curriculum.
 
Open classes are for the more advanced dance students. These classes are strictly for students who have finished all exam levels.
 
Singing group and private lessons are held to develop and enhance vocal and performing skills including tone, pitch, volume, control and confidence.
 
Stretching and flexibility classes are held at various times. They are designed to improve students’ flexibility. It is advised that students enrolled in and above Grade 2 Ballet do at least one stretching class a week.
 
Tap, Classical Ballet and Jazz are available as separate forms of dance once a child reaches the age of four or five. Each form of dance is very different and interesting and teaches various aspects of the form to the students. It is always recommended that students do all three dance forms if possible as they build on each other. Students are taught B.A.L. and N.D.A. syllabus. Exams can be taken yearly to improve technique and confidence.
 
Classes are designed for the skill level of students rather than their age. If a student has the ability to handle more advanced work than their class peers, they will be transferred to a higher class. At AMMA School of Dance, every student is encouraged to do its best.

Class Levels

* Based on Ballet Australasia Limited Syllabus