DancingDays Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 My DD is doing week 2 of YBSS this year and I wondered if anyone could give me the wisdom of their experience there?? I didn't get a specific time with my my email - just arrival between 2 and 4 on the Saturday - but the website says "according to your booking". So I'm not sure if we just turn up any time between 2 and 4 or whether I should have had a more specific window within that? Also, if anyone has any idea of how the days are formatted I would be grateful. My DD has to leave at lunchtime on the Sunday to travel down for All England Finals that afternoon and then I'm taking her back up that night to finish the rest of the week from Monday. Is there a standard time for lunch breaks - I'm checking into train times at the moment and it would be good if I could time picking her up with a natural break rather than interrupt a session? Obviously, any other useful titbits of information would be gratefully appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBallerina Posted July 2, 2013 Share Posted July 2, 2013 I'm also attending the YBSS for two weeks this summer and I wonder about the same. I do think that it is just to arrive between 2 and for on Saturday, but I can't answer you on the rest. What age is your daughter ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted July 2, 2013 Author Share Posted July 2, 2013 Hi SBallerina, my DD is 10 and this will be her first summer school so hope she enjoys it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amber21 Posted July 3, 2013 Share Posted July 3, 2013 Hi dtadmin My dd is also doing the 2nd week and is ten, I suppose it maybe worth contacting them re timetable, looking at the website it says that all information will be there when dc arrive, I don't think there is any classes on the sat Ax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted July 3, 2013 Author Share Posted July 3, 2013 Ooh, that's good amber21 - will PM you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBallerina Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Hi! Do any of you know how the performance thing each friday is? Best regards! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinMM Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Is anyone from the Forum or their DD's or DS's doing this summerschool next week that is registering this weekend!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Hi ho Hi ho...it's off to York we go. Son looking forward to the 2 weeks of summer school....but I am not looking forward to the drive 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moneypenny Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Dd also heading up for two weeks tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinMM Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 How old are your DD's and DS' ......two,above posts!! My friends daughter is 13 and is in RAD Advanced one or it may be foundation one not sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celb Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 My 13 year old DD off there tomorrow - I am just laundering leotards and tights and hoping to get parked in York mid afternoon on a sunny Saturday 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celb Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 I emailed about the performance at the end and was told that the demonstration would be at 3.30/45 on the Friday and is free to family members.I have no other information and it is my DDs first time at YBSS. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinMM Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Have just sent you a PM Celb I hope to be at this with my friend on the Friday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 my son is 13...has just done Intermediate....first exam since grade 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinMM Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 So will yo go to this performance on the Friday too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audsjcanuck Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 My dd arrived this afternoon (Friday) as that was the only flights available. Learning as we go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulieW Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 My son went at just 15 (5 years ago) and we sent him up on the train with directions of how to walk from the station! Can't quite believe it, as he want very experienced at travel on his own at the time but it's such a long way from the south of England isn't it!! He managed fine, and we picked him up after a week on a bit of a detour on the way to the Lake District. Sadly he was suffering a bit with OS in both knees at the time and it was before they got decent flooring, so he didn't really get the most out of it, but it was a great summer school. Have fun everyone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted July 20, 2013 Author Share Posted July 20, 2013 Looking forward to hearing updates from all of you with DC up there this week. My DD is there next Saturday for week 2 and is very excited 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audsjcanuck Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 Just had a good chat with DD (16, travelled from Toronto with a classmate alone!). Check in is anytime between 2-4... there are class lists posted along with schedule info. 3 classes a day - ballet/contempary/pointe variations. Classes mixed boys and girls. Studios are a very short walk. She starts at 9;30 and ends at 4:45. She found the university wifi common areas and thank goodness because I couldn't hear a thing when she was using Starbucks wifi! First dinner at 5;30. Rooms are dorm small and simple but come with a sink in the room. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldermum Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 any 12 year olds going to 2nd week my dd will be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Phoned my ds last nighy and heard much laughter and joviality in the background. He was already hVing a ball and the dancing hasn't even started yet! How lucky they all are! My lad misses boarding as he is now a day pupil at his school so was really looking forward to this. I am looking forward to watching their lottle performance in 2 weeks' time. If any ballt. Coers are there hope we get a chance to say 'hi'. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audsjcanuck Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 I'm game for a balletco meet-up before the viewing's on Friday August 2nd. Anyone know of the closest pub or café? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pas de Quatre Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Just a warning - mobile reception can be a bit dodgy in that area. I went to watch class and was meeting dh later for lunch near the Minster. Class ran a bit late so I tried to text/phone him when I was leaving. Couldn't get through. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerbread Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Mama Mia in Gillygate is a fantastic Italian restaurant - I can highly recommend it! For coffee, you are spoilt for choice for places in York.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 You must try and make time for Bettys!! Going to Bettys is one of life's more wonderful little experiences! I will no longer go into the minster because of the turnstiles but there's a church very near by that was the family church of the Fawkes family! York is a truly fascinating city and it's wonderful just to wander around the old city and also on the city walls. Enjoy! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinMM Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Will look out for Betty's then!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulip Posted July 21, 2013 Share Posted July 21, 2013 Aw Betty's is the best, expensive though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klaris Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 You cannot miss an opportunity to go to Betty's!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancingDays Posted July 22, 2013 Author Share Posted July 22, 2013 I'll have some time to kill on Saturday afternoon / Sunday morning so I'll definitely have to try and find Betty's as you're all recommending it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerbread Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 you usually have to queue for Betty's - good luck in the heat!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted July 22, 2013 Share Posted July 22, 2013 The queue in York is not usually as bad as the one for Bettys in Harrogate and well worth it even in the heat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerbread Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Rather you than me! If anyone wants to get me some Betty's fruit cake when they reach the front of the queue I would be most grateful!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwimum6 Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Ds buzzing after class by yosvani ramos. Seems like they are having a fab time. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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