A note for Dinkie Dancers

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If you'd like your child to try Ballet or Modern Dance we think you're making a great decision! 

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If your child is 2.5 + years, pop along to one of our Dinkie sessions and see for yourself. We'll introduce you to our building where you'll find easy buggy and wheelchair access, baby changing facilities.

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Our teacher & assistant  often like to say hello to the children and parents/carers before the group starts.   Most parents & carers stay in the waiting room and socialise and can even surreptitiously peak through into our beautiful classes. It's best not to wave or distract children who are trying hard to focus

 

Occasionally a parent may want to sit in the lesson especially if it is their first time; a child may just want to sit on the side and watch for a while before joining in. This is quite normal, just like dipping a toe in the water before submerging yourself fully. The children are very small and ballet is a new environment with lots going on.  When you're ready, tip toe out of the hall .

 

 Our teacher and assistant will gently encourage every child to choose a teddy and sit in a circle , play games and enter a world of dance through storytelling , music and actions & props. But we never force a child to participate, knowing that confidence is built by encouragement and support and progressing at a child's own pace. Within a couple of sessions, children participate fully and are quickly encouraged to explore a wonderful world of culture , physical development and creativity.

 

But what to wear?   Initially we suggest bare feet with leggings/ shorts & T shirt. However lots of Dinkie ballerinas seize the opportunity to wear the uniform - do avoid dressing your child in anything long or cumbersome.

 

Boys are highly regarded in the world of ballet and most welcome in all our classes. They initially wear shorts and T-shirts. Our uniform is Navy Ballet shorts/Leggings with White Ballet Top

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Uniform is compulsory from Reception onwards

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There is a small pop up shop in the waiting room at St Andrews Church N10, selling ballet shoes and uniform. Top Tips: Borrow from friends before buying; pre-order your ballet shoe size to avoid disappointment on the day. 

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You will need to register your child via the contact page to secure and book your place in class for the term. Please note that places are limited and offered on a first come first serve basis. 

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We look forward to welcoming you!