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Tap lessons

Tap dance is a type of dance characterised by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. The sound is made by shoes that have a metal “tap” on the heel and toe.

Our studio offers annual Examinations from Rosette Level 1 through to Level One to Nine plus the Solo Performance Diploma.

Choreographed by Keith Clifton (USA) the NZAMD American Tap offers students and teachers the necessary training and progression to become an accomplished tap dancer. We are proud to have NZAMD trained tap dancers performing in theatres around the world.

The syllabus is suitable for dancers from 3 years to adults.

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ballet lessons

Ballet is a classical dance form demanding grace and precision, employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate, flowing patterns to create expression through movement.

Our studio offers annual examinations from Rosette Grade 1 through to Advanced plus Solo Performance Diploma. We also offer Baby Ballet Classes as a perfect introduction for your little one.

Ballet is an important base for most dance disciplines, and the NZAMD Ballet syllabus is designed to allow students to progress without pressure, each grade being of a length that makes it attractive for the once / twice a week student, as well as being progressively challenging for the more committed student.

NZAMD BALLET encourages students, from the age of 4, the development of strong musicality and expressive port de bras with dynamics and energy throughout the allegro section.

Baby Ballet can be started from 2 years old. It teaches your little one to have fun through movement while socialising in a fun and support environment.

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Hip Hop

The NZAMD Hip Hop Syllabus is an energetic style of dance with versatile hip hop moves extending the students and giving an exciting progression up through the levels.

This syllabus was originally created for NZAMD by Gandalf Archer Three new major levels have now been added with choreography by Andrew Cesan.

As Hip Hop is constantly evolving, allowing teachers to incorporate the changing styles into our NZAMD syllabus with teacher’s own choreography Combos and Dances at the lower levels ensures it remains fresh, alive and exciting.

This syllabus is for students from 8 years and up.

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Stretch Leap & Spin

Designed to develop flexibility (stretch), introduce the student to big jumps and leaps (leap), and improve turning technique (spin) through a fun and energized syllabus which teachers are finding to be an excellent addition to their class content.

This Award is more assessment than examination and at the end of the students’ performance the examiner presents them with an attractive Banner. Parents may view this presentation.

This is offered in a Junior-Intermediate level.

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PrivaTe LessoNs

We offer private lessons in Tap, Ballet and Lyrical for more serious dancers looking to compete in local, regional and national competitions.

Private lessons are perfect for one-on-one teaching and faster progression. It helps the dancer build their self confidence and learn different styles of their chosen genre.

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