Welcome to Centre Pointe Creative Dance Academy, the leading dance school for children in Gloucester. Our classes cater to children from the age of 6 months up to 18 years old, serving various areas including Hucclecote, Longlevens, Abbeydale, and Tuffley. At Centre Pointe, we believe in providing a wide range of dance classes and experiences to show children that there is more than one way to dance, and that no one way is better than the other.
Our dance teachers are passionate about their craft and strive to create an enjoyable learning environment. We believe that dance is something that anyone can do, and with our expertise and dedication, we aim to help your child understand how technique and skill are integral parts of the artistry of dance.
Our dance classes are small and perfectly formed, allowing for personalised attention and instruction. We offer options tailor-made for each age group, catering to beginners as well as more advanced dancers. Through movement and music, children will develop vital skills such as balance, work ethic, and teamwork. Browse through our dance class options to find the best fit for your child.
For children aged 2–5 years, our dance classes are integrated with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Taught by passionate dance teachers, these classes introduce children to ballet, tap, acro modern, and drama. Classes follow themes and use storytelling techniques and props to engage young dancers. From the age of 6, we give every dancer the opportunity to enter for accredited dance examinations.
Designed for children aged 6–10 years, our classes delve deeper into a variety of styles including ballet, tap, modern, and drama. These classes are suitable for children of all ability levels and aim to develop confidence, work ethic, social skills, flexibility, and coordination. For those wishing to enter accredited examinations in all genres and levels, these classes are also available at Centre Pointe Creative Dance Academy.
For children and young people aged 11–18 years, we offer a narrower focus on ballet, tap, and modern. These classes provide professional training from experienced teachers who know how to bring out the best in every individual. Students who wish to enter accredited examinations in all genres and levels can also participate in these classes.
Dance is an art form that can be studied and learned, requiring technique and skill. However, it is also instinctively human, allowing individuals to express their feelings, tell stories, and demonstrate strength and power. Dance connects people, creating rituals and celebrations, and communicates both individual and collective experiences. It is intrinsically linked to our early physical development as young children experiment with movement responses to the world around them.
Dance can be entertaining, as young children love to “put on a show. ” However, it is important to acknowledge the power of the small dances that happen when no one is looking. Whether it's a moment of frustration, joy, or excitement, children engage in dance all the time. Some children may find recognition in being seen, while others may seek more space, music, props, and an audience.
At Centre Pointe Creative Dance Academy, we understand the importance of dance in a child's development and aim to provide a nurturing and supportive environment where they can explore and excel in their passion for dance.