tutugirl

Thanks . I feel a bit better now !

Anyone heard about associates for 12-14 year olds ?

We have had news for my 10 year old and I’m concerned that they may not have received the video submissions 

Wanted . Grishko leotard . Dad1930 age 12/13

in red , green , ice blue , pink - actually anything except navy .

Thank you 

My pupil got an MDS for year 7 off the waiting list .

She is now in year 8 .

It’s a wonderful school . I hope you get good news x

Over the last 3 years , I have sent several students off to vocational school . Elmhurst (1) Tring (1) White lodge (1) Moorlands (1) Hammond (2)

Several of these got multiple offers .

Apart from one child , they all attended one ballet class ( syllabus) per week and one body conditioning / free ballet class . Some did tap and jazz ( 1 class per week) . One was a Moorlands associate , several were JA’s .

All these students gained MDS . None of them was big on Instagram , some not even on it at all .

They just had a couple of private lessons before their auditions .

It can be done !

Brand new in wrapping and box . 2 x ballroom shoes .

1 pair 5

1 pair 5 1/2

£15 per pair plus postage 

Similarly to your DD and DS cote du Rhône , my DS and his peers received little guidance regarding auditions and show reels - I think this seems to be normal .

We agreed he could audition until the money ran out .

He organised his own auditions  ,travel and accommodation.

He booked Air bnb and arrived at the first one to be told he was a month early ! ( He’d made a mistake when booking ! )

Fortunately I had given him emergency money in case the bnb didn’t feel right !!

He had made his own decision to take the first job offer he got , and that I wasn’t to talk him out of it .

He auditioned for Northern Ballet first , and was offered the grad programme , then he flew to Czech for 2 more auditions . The first one he got quite far but was cut , the second one offered him a contract .

He is still there , in his 4th season .

It is a lovely medium sized company , with great visiting choreographers , and plenty of variety , from the classics to new contemporary works .

Beautiful theatres , where everyone gets dressed up to the nines to attend .

I would say don’t rule Europe out , if it’s an option for you .

I’m happy to answer any questions if you private message me .

I wish everyone every success in whichever path they take .

Nothing is ever wasted - and no one should ever be deemed a failure for  changing their path , I would call it courageous.

Meadowblythe I believe your DS is nearby ? 

My DS had MDS for Tring sixth form , as did his friend .

I recommend Renaissance Arts.

My DS trained there , and having never danced previously , walked straight into employment upon his graduation.

If it’s good ballet training you’re after - Martin Howland is a fantastic teacher .

I’m a former Tring parent and a teacher with pupils in the school.

Not a single American in the final .

I am quite disappointed with myself , having only picked 8 out of the 20 finalists !

My favourites are the Japanese girl 135 and the Portuguese boy number 218.

If I may comment ( from personal experience )

I have sent several pupils to Moorlands .

The classes are small , it is like one big happy family .

The teachers are fantastic , with every child being nurtured and reaching  their potential .They are certainly holding their own amongst the other more established schools , and enter the major competitions etc .

My DS went to Tring , and received excellent classical and contemporary training there .

He is currently in his 4th year in a ballet company , where his excellent training has stood him in good stead .

He also gained good A level grades at Tring .

Many people write Tring off when it comes down to classical training ,but a good number of their students move on to the Royal Ballet upper school from the lower school, they have also produced medalists / prizewinners in the Genee and Ceccetti competitions .

Only my opinion , of course , but I would highly recommend both of these schools .

Happy to answer any questions.

My dance school offer RAD Intermediate Zoom lessons taught by a former company member of Northern Ballet 

I can’t recommend this school highly enough .

Several of my pupils have gone on to train there . 

It is like one big happy family .

Small classes and amazing teaching .

Definitely up there with the best .

My DS attended their Summer school several times and gained such a lot from it .

Although he wasn’t a full time student at Moorlands , the teachers have continued to follow his progress , and offer advice and support when he has needed it .

Hello to anyone who remembers me ! Nice to catch up x

Just out of curiosity - has anyone , anywhere got a yes for year 4 ?

Please can anyone recommend a good company for dance school tracksuits ? 

Thank you 

Hi there .

I echo what Meadowblythe said . My DS was deemed to be on the short side initially - but ended up at just shy of 5ft 10 ins . He was too short for some European companies - but is one of the taller ones in his current company .

The height requirements vary - which is good !

I really wouldn’t worry at all .

Adult Size 9 or 10 and also size 11 Tap shoes . 9/10 can be any sole and any taps . 

Size 11 flexi sole and teletone taps 

please !!!

I have messaged you

These are now SOLD

Yes of course you can .

pm me your details / mobile number and I will message you directly .

I would always say go with something that suits them .

My pupils wear Degas Leotards for auditions , if they suit them - and they look fabulous , but they don’t suit everyone’s purse !

Your teachers will advise I’m sure .

I generally get them to try on all their leotards and then decide which look best .

My son’s old JA teacher used to say never wear black!! ( to the girls )

Everyone has a different opinion.

It’s important to choose one that the candidate likes , and is comfortable in .

Nothing that itches , or has to keep being fiddled with !

Size 5 1/2 Freeds Tap shoes with techno taps on the toes and heels . Good condition .

£8 plus postage 

As new . Size XXS ( 11-13 yrs approx )

white mesh at the top , then multi .

£25