Dance Hereford

Dance Hereford is a leading dance school located in Hereford, New Zealand. They offer professional and high-quality dance instruction in a safe, inclusive, and positive environment. Their aim is to provide students with the opportunity to make friends, keep fit, and have fun while learning a discipline that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Dance Hereford offers a wide range of classes to suit everyone. From parent and toddler classes for the younger students to examinations with the Royal Academy of Dance, there is something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced dancer, Dance Hereford has a class that will help you develop your skills and reach your full potential.

Teaching dance is a passion for Dance Hereford. They believe that ballet is the foundation of all dance and offer ballet classes that develop musicality, self-expression, poise, grace, and elegance. Ballet exercises also help to lengthen and strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, coordination, and balance. Studying ballet not only improves movement but also enhances daily lives and fitness.

The principal of Dance Hereford is Miss Anna, a highly experienced and talented dancer. Miss Anna studied ballet, modern theatre dance, jazz, and tap from a young age. She continued her education at the North Cheshire Theatre College, where she gained extensive performing experience and teaching qualifications. Miss Anna has worked as a choreographer and touring production manager for Johnson Associates and has had her choreography performed at renowned theatres and venues.

Dance Hereford offers various classes, including a parent and toddler preschool class, where parents, children, and teachers can share the joy of dancing together. This class introduces the basics of dance using props, early learning skills, mime, imagination, and song, developing coordination, concentration, creativity, physical control, balance, and core strength.

For those interested in pursuing ballet more seriously, Dance Hereford offers Royal Academy of Dance graded examinations. These examinations combine classical ballet, free movement, and character dance, allowing students to develop technique, musicality, and performance skills. External examinations and assessments are available from the age of four.

Dance Hereford has a convenient timetable with classes held on Saturdays and Fridays. On Saturdays, they offer the parent and toddler preschool class, pre-primary ballet, primary ballet, and grade one and two ballet. On Fridays, they have a senior dance class from 4. 30pm to 5.

30pm.

In terms of uniform, preschool students are required to have a pink skirted leotard or separate skirt and leotard, pink leather ballet shoes, and ballet socks for examinations and classes. A pink cross-over cardigan is also recommended for colder weather.

If you are looking for a dance school that offers high-quality instruction, a safe and inclusive environment, and a wide range of classes to suit all ages and skill levels, Dance Hereford is the place to go. Contact them today to schedule your free taster session and start your journey in dance.