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Little Bear Feet with Melody Bear classes are the perfect introduction to dance and movement for little girls and boys from 18 months upwards. The joys of dancing and singing are shared by the teacher, parent and toddler as together they join Melody Bear in her journey to Nursery Rhyme Land. How will she get there? Will it be by aeroplane, car of flying carpet? Who will she meet? Will it be Humpty Dumpy or Mary Mary Quite Contrary? Delightful interpretations of traditional, familiar nursery rhymes, together with new music and songs inspire children’s natural zest for dance, movement and self expression. The use of props, mime, songs and rhymes enrich and charm the budding dancers as they take their first steps into the magical world of Melody Bear. Little Bear Feet are the first step in the Melody Movement dance program. In addition to movement skills children are introduced to other fundamental curriculum learning skills such as counting, colour and shape recognition, vocabulary and language skills. The strength of the system is that learning is achieved through imaginative movement which is enjoyable and fun. Melody Movement provides every child with the opportunity to discover and fulfil their own potential whilst nurturing creative development. The non-competitive award schemes motivate, delight and inspire young dancers as they advance from Little Bear Feet to Melody Movement and 1st Ballet with Melody Bear.

Come and join in with Melody Bear. Our classes are a fun introduction for young children to the world of dance. Melody Movement introduces children to dance and movement using the natural actions of the body such as running, walking, jumping, hopping, skipping and galloping. It is structured to aid children’s physical development, coordination, spatial awareness, creativity and self expression, working individually, with a partner or as a group. Children learn other fundamental curriculum learning skills such as counting, colour and shape recognition, vocabulary and language skills. Learning is achieved through imaginative movement which is enjoyable and fun.

Ballet is a beautiful core subject that has an important impact on all styles of dance disciplines. First Ballet with Melody Bear is a beautiful way of introducing your child to the wonderful world of Ballet. This is a fun and enjoyable class that builds young children’s confidence and social skills

With Melody Bear, Melody Movement Foundation Ballet teaches young ballerinas the basic ballet steps and introduces them to the music of ballets such as Swan Lake and Giselle.

Tip Tap Toe & Groovy Moves with Melody Bear is a fun introduction to tap and modern dancing for young children. It introduces aspects of tempo, rhythm, patterns, isolations and basic beats and steps.

Ballet will help to develop poise, co-ordination, discipline, musicality and expression through the enjoyment of classical dance. The lessons are graded and follow the Imperial Society of Teacher of Dancing (ISTD) syllabus. Pupils are able to take examinations.

Modern Theatre Dance defies a single permanent definition. This is largely due to its ability to adapt, develop and evolve with the changing fashion in dance. Through a carefully planned and well tried examination syllabus, which combines modern dance, jazz dance, and other dance styles, young people are trained to become disciplined and versatile dancers who have a professional attitude towards dance.

Tap is one of the most rhythmic forms of dance. Dancers wear special shoes equipped with metal taps. Tap dancers use their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and timely beats. The term 'tap dancing' is derived from the tapping sound produced when the small metal plates on the dancer's shoes touch a hard floor or surface. We study the ISTD graded syllabus which has recently been updated and is trendy, fun and modern. The children absolutely love it!

Drama is a fun way for young children to build confidence & use their imagination

Performance Juniors is suitable for 4-8 years and is a wonderful introduction to the world of Musical Theatre. This class will study dance, drama and singing. Following from the success of Annie Jr in June 2011, this class will be working towards a full scale production of Alice In Wonderland Jr that will take place at Questors Theatre, Ealing in June 2012.

A technical and fun class in all aspects of musical theatre training – singing, dancing and acting. This class will build confidence, imagination, stage craft, and many friends will be made on the way! Following from the success of Annie Jr in June 2011, this class will be working towards a full scale production of Alice In Wonderland Jr that will take place at Questors Theatre, Ealing in June 2012.

Stageworks Juniors is suitable for 4-8 years and is a wonderful introduction to the world of Musical Theatre. This class will study dance, drama and singing. Following from the success of Annie Jr in June 2011, this class will be working towards a full scale production of Alice In Wonderland Jr that will take place at Questors Theatre, Ealing in June 2012.

A technical and fun class in all aspects of musical theatre training – singing, dancing and acting. This class will build confidence, imagination, stage craft, and many friends will be made on the way! Following from the success of Annie Jr in June 2011, this class will be working towards a full scale production of Alice In Wonderland Jr that will take place at Questors Theatre, Ealing in June 2012.

Musical Theatre Juniors is suitable for 4-8 years and is a wonderful introduction to the world of Musical Theatre. This class will study dance, drama and singing. Following from the success of Annie Jr in June 2011, this class will be working towards a full scale production of Alice In Wonderland Jr that will take place at Questors Theatre, Ealing in June 2012.

This new acting group is where the principles of acting will be taught and is suitable for 9-16 years. Stagecraft, improvisation, creating character and working on text and voice work – projection, diction and articulation will all be studied – culminating in a performance in July 2012

Learn the latest funky Street Dance moves with our trendy, funky Street Dance teachers

Learn to dance like Michael Jackson. Learn to Moonwalk, Circle Glide and dance to his smash hits.

Future Billy Elliots step up for this new class at CTA! We are delighted that Paul Allnutt has joined their team to teach the Boys Technical Dance Class. Learn how to jump, turn and spin like a professional. Paul who has starred in West Side Story will teach the boys routines from West Side Story + much more! This fun class will help to build a firm dance foundation for all our budding young ‘Billy Elliots’

Are your children keen to learn a range of rhythms, steps and ‘Strictly’ moves in a fun and educational dance programme? This children’s class in all popular ballroom and latin American dances for children from 6-12 years is suitable for those who would like to have fun learning to dance like the stars of Strictly Come Dancing, The emphasis is making this a fun experience for children. Taught by the fantastic Paul Allnutt.