Mumof1

4 minutes ago, Bongo said:

My daughter also got short waiting list for Manchester and online lesson. I would be interested in knowing how people have got on with the online too.

My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the online programme, at a time when she really didn’t get on well with zoom classes. Every week they focus on something new and the classes are fun and engaging. I really think it made her even more motivated to try and get in the following year. 
 

1 minute ago, Ruby22 said:

Hi Mumof1, thank you so much for your kind wishes and for the info! I was hoping that was the case, that’s really helpful. So excited for him, I’ve not stopped smiling all day ❤️

It’s definitely so wonderful for them to feel part of it. And Covent Garden is certainly not the worst location to have to wind away a Saturday. I’ve really enjoyed this last year and our trips there every sat. 

1 minute ago, Ruby22 said:

Hello there, first post, please excuse me not knowing but DS has been accepted to the London JA programme from September which is amazing news, we are so proud! Now I’m just trying to work out logistics to get him there and wondered whether classes are in Covent Garden or Richmond? Does anyone know from previous years? Thank you so much in advance! Xx

Congratulations !
They’re in Covent Garden at the royal ballet upper school

27 minutes ago, SplitSoul said:

@Ballet_dancer2020 we had floods of tears, and just incredulous cries of "but I really wanted to get in". She has gained a little perspective in the last hour or so, but the disappointment is huge. It's so hard when you are 8, next year seems way too far off. She knew the odds were against her and understands that, but she just couldn't believe they didn't understand how much she wanted it.  

I’m just so so sorry, it seems so unfair for them at such a young age to have this heartbreak. 
tbh there’s so many amazing ballet opportunities out there that are as good and if not better but that doesn’t make it an any less bitter pill to swallow . 

5 minutes ago, Ballerinamama said:

New London JA here. Does anyone happen to know what time the Year 6 London classes are? Thanks in advance.

 

Never mind, I see the answer to this above.

Hi I believe depending on if you’re 32 week or the 24 it’s 2.45 or 3 
we haven’t had confirmation yet of which time it’ll be . 
 

congratulations btw x 

1 hour ago, Ballerinamama said:

Yikes, that’s not a lot! 

Aren’t there 2 classes of year 6’s ? 
I’d estimate there’d be 7 places in my daughters 32 week course but there’s also the 24 (I think) week one , so could be another 7 ? 

SOLD !!!! 

Stunning leotard. Excellent condition. 
bought pre loved but got the sizing wrong. Retails at $63 

selling for £17 inc postage 

message for photo as I don’t know how to add them to this 

My DD was accepted for the week 1 residential. 
so sorry for all the no’s and we’ll done for all the waitlisted. There are so many beautiful dancers out there and it’s so hard to be picked from simple photos alone. 

Hi 

I’m after 1 ticket to join my daughter and her dad (he gets to go because he’s never seen one) for the rehearsal on the 19th April. 

15 minutes ago, Lilidance said:

Anyone got News ? 

Nothing here so hopefully next week. Would like to go ahead and book a holiday so would love to know if we’ll be free. 

5 minutes ago, Peanut68 said:

So by my reckoning thats 2203 paying what £30 to apply? 
A tidy sum to RBS coffers of £66,090….just in application fees! 
Then there’s the actual course fees & merchandise which will more than cover costs….🤔

Anyone else feeling a mug for years & years of just coughing up? So glad to be off the RBS bandwagon this year !! 
My personal opinion is I wish (& will going forwards) I’d been more discerning about how I spent money & made charitable donations to worthy dance projects rather than continually being fleeced for a fleeting look at DC’s photos! 
Just my humble opinion….

and yes, was once successful but tbh, it was no way the best intensive attended & actually seemed quite soulless & body image damaging 

Cripes and that doesn’t include Covent Garden applicants.

my daughter wanted to give it a try and isn’t that bothered by any other intensive which is a shame. Luckily she’s realistic in her attitude and knows that it’s very hard to get into. 

25 minutes ago, Lilidance said:

Oh yes hard to explain and for them to understand! ! Does someone know how many children apply for summer intensive and how many are chosen ?

I know from the annual report that in 2019 , 2,203 children applied for 387 places at white lodge . 

14 minutes ago, Mumof1 said:

The Computing teacher at my DD’s school once made this analogy. (I hope i remember correctly) 

He likened the Internet and social media to a car that is travelling down a hill with your child already in it, regardless of if you allow them access to things already. Do you do nothing and watch the car crash ? , Do you try to run after it and stop it? Or do you jump in and teach your child to drive?

I guess what he was trying to say was if you do these things together early on and take an interest in what they’re up to then they learn and also are far more likely to come to you when something untoward happens rather than thinking that they’ll get in trouble. 

 

I myself have an Instagram account that I only post about my DD on . (And I make sure I do post not just the times when she does well, I also post when class is hard etc) It’s clearly marked that it’s me and not her. She takes very little interest in it and looks when I show her something she might like. 

I don’t know that I’m 100% doing the right thing but I do know that I’ve met and connected with some really lovely mums and we’ve met up in real life even though we love 100’s of miles away.  I do also love watching kids accomplishments and their journeys. 

It’s a double edged sword. 

 

 

Sorry not sure why the beginning part was all in caps and large. WAS NOT TRYING TO SHOUT! 

The Computing teacher at my DD’s school once made this analogy. (I hope i remember correctly) 

He likened the Internet and social media to a car that is travelling down a hill with your child already in it, regardless of if you allow them access to things already. Do you do nothing and watch the car crash ? , Do you try to run after it and stop it? Or do you jump in and teach your child to drive?

I guess what he was trying to say was if you do these things together early on and take an interest in what they’re up to then they learn and also are far more likely to come to you when something untoward happens rather than thinking that they’ll get in trouble. 

I myself have an Instagram account that I only post about my DD on . (And I make sure I do post not just the times when she does well, I also post when class is hard etc) It’s clearly marked that it’s me and not her and is private. She takes very little interest in it and looks when I show her something she might like and I certainly won’t let her have her own until she’s at least the age allowed. 

I don’t know that I’m 100% doing the right thing but I do know that I’ve met and connected with some really lovely mums and we’ve met up in real life even though we love 100’s of miles away.  I do also love watching kids accomplishments and their journeys. 

It’s a double edged sword. 

I was only personally saying I thought that conditioning type classes really benefited my daughter but not from the angle of giving her an advantage over others. 
She has no intention of wanting to go to a vocational school at the moment but does want to be good for herself rather than a career. 
she has had 2 minor strained groins and used to have a bit of a sway back but the conditioning classes have really helped her. 
 

but in the reply to the original post , def treat this as a fun thing to try for abs maybe try for another associate programme as well . 
my daughter didn’t get in the first year and I feel like it really spurred her on to try harder the next. 

26 minutes ago, BallerinaMum13 said:

I was wondering if some of the more experienced parents have a point of view on ballet physio classes for the 8 - 10 year old range (the JA range). I see on Instagram that these are very popular even with younger students. Would this really give a young, classical dancer an edge? Is it just clever marketing? Is it too much too soon? 

Hi, 

im not a dancer and only have experience with my year 5 JA daughter but she’s had body conditioning classes with her ballet school from the age of 6 which are relatively similar to some of the work she did with a ballet physio over zoom this half term (although the physio was incredibly knowledgable and explained why they do everything) 

I don’t think it’s necessarily about giving a child “the edge” but to dance I  know kids need to be strong enough to control their muscles and have flexibility in the right places. Also it can help with muscle memory and Almost preparing their bodies so when they do the harder ballet moves they’re able to execute them well and have less chance of getting injured. 
 

Anyone please correct me if I’m wrong but I know my daughter needs the conditioning as she’s not naturally strong but pretty flexible. we will definitely add in some ballet physio on school holidays If we can, it was really worth it . Sorry for rabbiting on. 
 

I also heard PBT was amazing 

1 hour ago, DanceMum03 said:

Any thoughts on when we might find out results for summer intensive places? Closing date tomorrow...

Ok I was so traumatised by the long wait for the JA results last year that to prepare myself again I did some Instagram stalking and saw that SI results were out on the 18th March last year . Obv could be different this year but seems like it could be less of a wait 

Gosh I feel very lucky reading all the comments. Our dance school puts on 2 galas a year (once there was 4) and we don’t get charged for extra rehearsals or costumes. They do sell videos of the shows fir £10 so they can fund buying new costumes. 

2 minutes ago, Waverley said:

If she’s Y5 then maybe socks would be better but I think it comes down to whatever she feels more comfortable in - my DD doesn’t wear socks anymore for any of her classes (since the RBS change) so she was loathe to go back to them for pics. 
 

I think they will see what they want to see regardless to be honest. 

Thank you to everyone.
I was already for tights but now having a rethink as the consensus seems to be socks.  the tips about sitting lower to take the pictures is so helpful, I never would have thought about that. 

3 minutes ago, valentina said:

Do you mind telling us how old your Dd is? Or what year group?

Hi Valentina, 

shes year 5 auditioning for RB summer intensive . (If you were replying to me message 🤣)

Hi sorry to jump on this thread with a only slightly related question. We’re doing our audition photos for summer school at home with her dance teacher helping over zoom (hope they’ll be ok). Ive already picked up some tips here so thank you but would anyone be able to tell me if socks or tights would be a better idea. Application says either. My thoughts are that tights would make her legs look as long as they are but socks would cut them off but also show muscle definition. ?? 

4 hours ago, Balletmum55 said:

Nb -  I have photos of all these items but struggled to attach to this post, so can send separately if required. 



 

    ◦    Degas 9501 - 
Lined Matt Lycra 
Eglantine 
Size - 14A
Excellent condition (worn twice)
£27 including postage 



    ◦    Degas 9502 -
Meryl soft fabric 
Turquoise  
Size - T1
Great condition 
£25 including postage

 

 

Childrens leotards 

 

Postage (RM 2nd class) for each of following items is £2 but will happily combine postage for multiple Items … 

 

 

    ◦    Wear Moi 
Sky blue leotard with small front ruche detail and thick camisole strap 
Age 10-12
Stretch cotton (lined) 
Great condition £7 



    ◦    So Danca leotard  
Black high neck leotard with nude lace detailing and lace strap cross back (not low) 

Size 3 childrens but fit my petite daughter age 10-12 so a small fit I’d say.
Gorgeous detail and age appropriate -
Ideal for summer schools - very striking and always asked where from 
Excellent condition £10
(Nb - This leotard looked beautiful paired with the little black lace pull on skirt below) 

 

    ◦    Intermezzo camisole leotard 
Age 10 but fit my small dd age 11 
Pale pink with subtle pale pink lace detail at the top and back
Looks gorgeous and was a lucky leotard for my dd   
Excellent condition £7 
 



    ◦    Move dance leotard
11-12years 
Light Pink cotton camisole leotard with white trim neckline and white straps and lovely back detail. 
Ideal summer school or audition leotard £5



    ◦    Mirella black camisole leotard
Age 8-10
Lovely neat leotard with lined detailing front neckline and back. Extremely flattering.  Was dd favourite leotard £5 





Younger girls ballet skirts 

 

    ◦    So Danca - white lace sheer pull on skirt 
I’d say age 10-12 sizing 
£5 



    ◦    Wear Moi - plain aqua semi sheer pull on skirt 
Age 8-12 
Gorgeous skirt shape and colour 
£5 

    ◦    Just Jess - black wrap skirt with grey, muted yellow and mauve florals (black sateen stretch tie)  
£5  - would suit primary age child 



    ◦    Black short sheer lace pull on skirt - lovely stretch waist band for comfort and tiny subtle diamanté detail. Not sure what brand the label denotes (a ballet shoe and letter symbol) but would probably have had from Dancique. 
Age 8-10 but petite daughter wore till age 11-12   £5





All freshly laundered and from smoke and pet free home 

 

 

Hi could I get pictures of the age 10 leotards please and the so danca skirt and the black lace skirt  my email is mpirkis@hotmail.com if that’s easier 

2 minutes ago, BattementBatty said:

Depends on the teacher. When my daughter was a London year 6 JA with Miss Krapft she specifically said towel not mat we had an email before classes started with class specific details. She is now an MA and it is may and towel. 

We’ll be in class JA3 with miss Gaines 

Hi, are there any seasoned JA parents who could advise on if a towel or yoga mat is preferred for class, eg what do most children bring ? 
a mat seems like such a bulky item to bring. And if it’s a towel , what size ? 
many thanks