CarmenShaw

Hi csmith263, Just to let you know I sent you a PM about this. Please feel free to get in touch. Warm regards, Carmen

Hi All, Apologies as I'm a little late to this thread. Just wanted to mention that we are running a Summer Intensive throughout August 2015 (4 week programme) at AEDA. The course will feature an international faculty, master classes, guest tutors and special individual coaching sessions. Students may choose to attend between 1 - 4 weeks, accommodation is available and a weekend programme of social events too. Applications are open now, students from 9 years+. If you would like more information please do let me know. There is a link to the AEDA Web Site in my signature. Warm regards, Carmen

Hi Pictures in the Firelight, AEDA is a professional performing arts school, see here for more info: aedaacademy.co.uk We are based in Nottingham. Age groups for the Easter Intensive are from 9 years + Warm regards, Carmen

They all do it! Please encourage her to layer up. Her body will thank her for it... Thanks for connecting too

Hi All, I just wanted to write a brief note about dancers keeping warm between classes, or after class. As a few of my students have developed niggly injuries that are related to not noticing the colder weather. Although initially after class a dancer will feel hot, the cooling down process in these wintry temperatures is much quicker. This can lead to a number of problems, that are easily preventable. If not warmed down properly and then kept warm, muscles and joints can start to stiffen, aches and pains can develop (how many students sit on the bus or car home and tense up shivering) and the body will generally start to struggle to recover from the intensity of class ready to 'go' the next day. Please remember to layer up after class (or between sessions). Use a warm up boot, ankle warmers, thick socks etc to protect the tiny bones, ligaments and tendons in your feet and also wear a scarf or snood to help keep the neck and shoulder area mobile. When you do get home, a hot bath (epsom salts, radox mix) is essential - or a shower if you prefer! Enjoy a herbal tea too, keep hydrated and warm from the inside out Take good and gentle care of yourselves! Carmen

Applications are now open for the 'Ernest B Shaw Scholarships' for entry onto the Performing Arts Professional Programme at AEDA. We also have limited bursaries and means tested financial assistance. Please let me know if you would like any further information. Warm wishes, Carmen

Hi, Just wanted to mention that we are also running an Easter Intensive at AEDA 13 - 17 April 2015, accommodation is available and the programme offers Classical Ballet or Musical Theatre options. Warm wishes, Carmen

Hi Mum in a Spin, Apologies for the late reply. We offer Post 16 training at AEDA (vocational course combined with A Level studies). Most students have an individually designed timetable. I'd be happy to chat and offer advice if you would like. Warm regards, Carmen

Hi Everyone, Hope you are all enjoying a good weekend. An update on some important dates at AEDA.... Pre-Professional Programme applications are open NOW!!!! Easter Intensive applications open 1 November 2014 Summer Intensive applications open 5 January 2015 All feature an outstanding international faculty. Please do drop me a line if you would like more information. Kind regards, Carmen

Hi, Thanks for this. I'll be sure to 'merge' future posts

Hi Everyone, Applications for the 'Ernest B Shaw Scholarships' are now open! The scholarships are awarded annually to one male and one female candidate for acceptance onto full-time vocational training at AEDA The Arts Academy. They are granted in recognition of outstanding potential in either musical theatre or classical dance. Applicants must be from a mining background or community to qualify for consideration and are subject to the AEDA audition process. Ernest was a miner for forty years and a devoted grandfather to AEDA's Executive Director - Carmen Shaw. These scholarships are awarded in his memory and continue his legacy of generosity and kindness in supporting the ambitions of young people. For further information and details of entry criteria please email: join@aedaacademy.co.uk Kind regards, Carmen

Hi Chaperone, Hope the Web Site link is working correctly. Thanks for the message. Kind regards, Carmen

Hi swanprincess! Thanks for your message. We do have options for boarding/accommodation, off-site. This is either with a host family or in boarding facilities. Lovely to hear from you. Kind regards, Carmen

Hi Everyone, I'm writing with the latest news from AEDA. AEDA launched in September 2013, the school is based in the heart of the UK in Nottingham's Creative Quarter and housed in privately owned, purpose built and beautifully refurbished facilities. September 2014 saw our first intake of full-time vocational students to our ‘Performing Arts Professional Programme’. Alongside our talented cohort we have also made new appointments to our teaching faculty, including; Bolshoi Ballet Maestro Gabor Menich, Allison DeBona and Rex Tilton from US based company Ballet West and Jon Orton previous vocal coach at Stage Door Manor (and tutor to Lea Michelle). The school aims to set a new national standard for the delivery of vocational training, taking into account all elements of health and wellness, whilst in pursuit of professional technical excellence. Full-time students choose to embark on bespoke training in either Classical Dance or Musical Theatre and are supported by an incredible teaching faculty. A Level subjects and other options for 'Post 16' education can be combined with either course. Student numbers are limited and each student is offered an individually designed schedule. The school also operates; Easter and Summer Intensives, Private Tuition Programmes and a 'Pre-Professional Programme' - entry by audition only. Scholarships and bursaries are available and auditions for entry in September 2015 are now open. If anyone has any questions about AEDA or would like to arrange a visit to meet with us, please let me know. Kind regards, Carmen

Hi SwanPrincess, It sounds as though you need some work on your 'core' to assist with the ability to hold the leg. Some dancers confuse tension in the thigh with perceived strength. It isn't the same thing, and attempting the 'clench' only with upper leg muscles will only build bulk and create a heavy leg. You may want to try using the barre to achieve the height element and then try to lift the leg with control, lowering back to the barre. Do this devant and a la seconde on each side. Feel free to email me if you'd like further info. I think we are both based in the Midlands. Kind regards, Carmen