Raquelle Posted August 7, 2020 Share Posted August 7, 2020 2 hours ago, BalletBoyMumma said: Sorry, should have introduced myself. I have a boy at London JA centre (will be yr6) and a yr5 daughter waiting to do her video audition. Nice to ‘meet’ you. Thanks so much! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raquelle Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Hi everyone. My DD is a newbie for year 6 in Bath and we have our first zoom meeting with parents on Saturday. Just wondered, are they expected to wear uniform for the zoom or is it more casual? I assume not as they aren't dancing? Also how does it work with the groups? We are in JA Green group in Bath. Will this be only year 6 or do they years up within the centre? Just wondering what to expect really! Thanks x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicent Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 (edited) Hello, my DD is starting in London as Y4 in Jan. I'm just doing the uniform order and it says you can order ballet shoes through them or from a local stockist. Does that mean that my DD can wear any kind of leather ballet shoes? She has very wide feet and we have a nightmare finding shoes that fit her. The ones that suit her are Starlight split sole with cross elastics. Will these be acceptable? It doesn't say anywhere that they need to be full sole/single elastic. Thanks! Edited October 28, 2020 by Millicent typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyElliot1 Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Hello, we are starting as newbies at Eastleigh in Jan and just wondered if anyone could tell me if all the JA classes at Eastleigh will be on Saturdays or Sundays at the moment? I know it used to be Saturdays. Many thanks x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairydust Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Hello @BillyElliot1 great news! Welcome! sorry I can’t help with your question, my DD is at Birmingham 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicent Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Can I ask about ballet shoes please? My DD will start in London JAs in Jan. They just say leather ballet shoes, is split sole with cross-elastics OK or are they very strict? My DD has feet that don't seem to fit most brands so I'd rather not buy the ones they recommend as they are really unlikely to fit her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairydust Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 In Birmingham they are strict, no split soles as full soles work their feet harder. they were very specific on the uniform list we received. They all wear the same. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara Eschler Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 32 minutes ago, Millicent said: Can I ask about ballet shoes please? My DD will start in London JAs in Jan. They just say leather ballet shoes, is split sole with cross-elastics OK or are they very strict? My DD has feet that don't seem to fit most brands so I'd rather not buy the ones they recommend as they are really unlikely to fit her. Hi, my DS is Year 6 in London in an all boys class (so might be different for girls). He wears white split soles and canvas either the SD16 from So Danca or the Hanami from Capezio. Luckily, it has never been mentioned as an issue as he is very particular about his shoes and does not like drawstrings. Before the pandemic they used to take shoes off anyway for some of the foot exercises in class I think. Do you know who your daughter's teacher will be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicent Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Thanks, I think the teacher is Miss Krapf. There were no specifics about shoes on the uniform list, just some suggested shoes that you could order but not obligatory. I can't imagine that one brand would fit all students? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daintydancer Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 5 hours ago, Millicent said: Can I ask about ballet shoes please? My DD will start in London JAs in Jan. They just say leather ballet shoes, is split sole with cross-elastics OK or are they very strict? My DD has feet that don't seem to fit most brands so I'd rather not buy the ones they recommend as they are really unlikely to fit her. I had the same problem and emailed them to ask. They said no problem with split sole leather. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairydust Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 29 minutes ago, Millicent said: Thanks, I think the teacher is Miss Krapf. There were no specifics about shoes on the uniform list, just some suggested shoes that you could order but not obligatory. I can't imagine that one brand would fit all students? The ones we have don’t fit great at all, we just followed the uniform list, may be different across centres and year groups. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicent Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 25 minutes ago, Daintydancer said: had the same problem and emailed them to ask. They said no problem with split sole leather. Thank you so much. Very relieved! Took me years to find a style that actually fit her! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara Eschler Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I think shoe rules are also becoming more relaxed as now you have the option to choose shoes to match your skin tone. The most important thing is that DC feel comfortable and happy in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millicent Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I agree, it seems odd to me to stipulate a particular brand/style of shoes when feet are so different! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raquelle Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 We bought the shoes on the uniform list and they aren't the best to be honest... my daughter has a beautiful point but you can't see it in those shoes! Ended up buying her split sole canvas which are lovely and show off her point but probably not as supportive as the full sole shoes. We haven't made it to a live JAs since the first week so I am yet to see whether she will be allowed to wear them! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattementBatty Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 14 hours ago, Millicent said: Thanks, I think the teacher is Miss Krapf. There were no specifics about shoes on the uniform list, just some suggested shoes that you could order but not obligatory. I can't imagine that one brand would fit all students? my daughter had Miss Krapf in a mixed year 6 class last year. She is really lovely and really got to know the children in the short time she had them. In terms of ballet shoes it was definitely leather full soles for the girls - any brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiteduvet Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 RBS seem to prefer full sole for JA’s since it makes the foot work harder than splits: that’s what our JA teacher says anyway. If you can manage it (post lockdown) good idea to get them properly fitted so they show off the foot as much as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyElliot1 Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 On 06/11/2020 at 13:21, Fairydust said: Hello @BillyElliot1 great news! Welcome! sorry I can’t help with your question, my DD is at Birmingham Thank you! 🙂 xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbutterfly Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Hello everyone 👋, my daughter will be starting JAs in Jan. I’m just reviewing the uniform list and wondered if anyone has just bought the material for the skirt and made it themselves? Do you know if there’s a guide somewhere on how to do it? Thanks 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairydust Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Welcome @Yellowbutterflywhat centre are you joining? I’ll have a look back through my emails, I’m sure there was guidelines for the skirt, they are very helpful at the recommended shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbutterfly Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Just now, Fairydust said: Welcome @Yellowbutterflywhat centre are you joining? I’ll have a look back through my emails, I’m sure there was guidelines for the skirt, they are very helpful at the recommended shop Thank you so much. I might just give them a call. We’re joining Newcastle. DD is very excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairydust Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 I’m sure they’ll send you an instruction sheet 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbutterfly Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Just now, Fairydust said: I’m sure they’ll send you an instruction sheet 😊 Thank you 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GabrielleDeV Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Congratulations to your daughter, @Yellowbutterfly! Mine is currently a yr 5 London JA, and we made the skirt for her when she joined last year. I say we... actually my clever mother-in-law. The associates team sent out the instructions on request, and they were pretty simple to follow. If you know what you're doing and have a sewing machine, it'll be fine! It took us an afternoon from cutting out to finished skirt. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curlypearl Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 I’m selling my daughters JA skirt which was made by the recommended seamstress and only worn once! £25 if anyone’s interested 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BalletBoysDad Posted November 12, 2020 Share Posted November 12, 2020 Hello, I have a very excited (and relieved) DS jointing Birmingham Y5s in January. I know all will be revealed in good time, but does anyone know where Y5 boys might be placed in Birmingham? Is it a boys only group?For example, do they mix Y4 and Y5, or Y5 and Y6? Just curious where the new intake ‘slot into’ the existing groups. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbutterfly Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 On 10/11/2020 at 11:38, GabrielleDeV said: Congratulations to your daughter, @Yellowbutterfly! Mine is currently a yr 5 London JA, and we made the skirt for her when she joined last year. I say we... actually my clever mother-in-law. The associates team sent out the instructions on request, and they were pretty simple to follow. If you know what you're doing and have a sewing machine, it'll be fine! It took us an afternoon from cutting out to finished skirt. I’m sorry, I have just seen this- thanks very much, this is really helpful. 😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancedreamer Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 Hi there I wonder if anyone knows the answer but If you put 2 centres down do you receive one email for one application or 2 emails if it goes out in centres? I have a long long wait yet but suddenly just thought about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Workhard_Dreambig Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 1 hour ago, Dancedreamer said: Hi there I wonder if anyone knows the answer but If you put 2 centres down do you receive one email for one application or 2 emails if it goes out in centres? I have a long long wait yet but suddenly just thought about it. I’m pretty sure it’s the one email. Pre Covid I recall someone auditioning in Newcastle for Leeds and they got their results with all the Newcastle results even though they’d applied to attend Leeds and those results were issued later (if that makes sense!) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancedreamer Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 2 hours ago, SJBallet said: I’m pretty sure it’s the one email. Pre Covid I recall someone auditioning in Newcastle for Leeds and they got their results with all the Newcastle results even though they’d applied to attend Leeds and those results were issued later (if that makes sense!) thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletbuds80 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Hi. I am a new Leeds Year 5 joiner. Just about come down from the ceiling after finding out. I will reread this thread and find out any tips but if you have any, please feel free to share 😊🩰 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinkandwhite Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Hi Everyone, We are a new and starting in London. We are very excited and still on such a high. I have read through this thread over the last few days. Very helpful information x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumof1 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Hello, my daughter will be joining year 5 london . Reading through past posts has already been helpful too and I’m sure will be as we prepare closer to the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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