School and children's club called “Vanessa Class School of Dance” in Bushey.
The school offers a variety of dance classes for children of different age groups. For children aged 2-5, there is a special pre-school class called “Tots Dance”. This class focuses on developing coordination, musicality, and expression through fun dance moves set to popular songs. It not only helps children get active but also provides an opportunity for them to meet and interact with other children and parents.
Ballet classes are available for children from 2 years old. The “Ballet Tots” class introduces young girls to the magical world of classical ballet. It encourages them to express themselves through dance, music, and imaginative mime. The class is designed to be graceful, magical, and enchanting, while also being fun and creative.
Children aged 5 and above can join the street jazz/hip-hop/commercial classes. These energetic and lively classes fuse commercial jazz, hip-hop, and street dance styles. Students learn choreography set to current chart music, which improves their fitness, coordination, and musicality. The classes allow dancers to perform with freedom of movement, adding their own personalities to the routines.
In addition to the regular children's classes, Vanessa Class School of Dance also offers adult classes, private lessons, event performances, children's parties, and dance camps. The school holds classes at various venues in Bushey and Borehamwood, providing convenience to students and parents.
Tap dance classes are also available, offering a fun and high-energy form of dance. Students wear special shoes equipped with metal taps, helping them develop rhythm and coordination. They learn various moves and dramatic expression, which not only gets them active but also strengthens their physical coordination skills, concentration, and strength.
Lyrical classes are another unique offering at the school. Lyrical dance combines elements of ballet, jazz, acrobatics, and hip hop. Dancers are challenged to use motion to interpret music and express their feelings. The choreography is often emotional, gripping, and delicate, telling a story through dance.
For children interested in musical theatre, the school offers singing classes and musical theatre lessons. These classes help children improve their communication skills, boost self-esteem, and develop coordination. They include improvisation, movement, drama, vocal training, and stage performance, providing a comprehensive introduction to the performing arts.
Vanessa Class School of Dance also provides dance parties for birthdays, which can be tailored to specific requirements. The parties include dance, hairstyling, and glitter tattoos, ensuring a fun-filled and memorable experience for all participants.
During school holidays, the school organises dance camps at the Margaret Howard Theatre School in Bushey. These camps run from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm and offer a range of activities, including singing, dancing, acting, arts and crafts. At the end of the week, parents are invited to a showcase event where they can watch their children perform.
Vanessa Class, the founder of the school, has been a dancer since the age of three and has performed at prestigious venues such as The Royal Festival Hall. She trained at Arts Educational School London and has obtained teaching qualifications from ISTD and RAD. With over 40 years of experience, Vanessa opened her first school in Harrow and Elstree and has since expanded to Bushey and the surrounding areas. Under her leadership, Vanessa Class School of Dance has become an exceptional dance school and children's club, providing high-quality dance education and fostering a love for dance in children of all ages.