Classes

All classes are taught by Adriana Harper Solo Seal RAD

On occasion, guest teachers will coach open ballet classes and pre-professional students

“We aim to develop the natural talent for dance in girls & boys in keeping with my philosophy of training students for a high degree of ability in ballet and artistry.”

* Intensive training for the serious dance student.

* Emphasis on classical ballet, pointe, solo variations & competition at national level.

* Since 2003 the Studio has an excellent record of Distinction and High Merit Awards, for every dancer enrolled, in both RAD and BBO syllabus, and in NZAMD Jazz and Contemporary exams.

* Encouragement to participate in Rhythmic gymnastics, tap & drama with qualified teachers in the Nelson area.

We are also thrilled to be working along side Legacy Dance where Adriana will be teaching ballet classes from 5-11 years.
For enquiries and enrolments for Pri-Primary (5yrs) to Grade 3 please go to:
https://www.legacydance.co.nz/

Legacy Dance also have a great Little Stars program for preschoolers you can also find information about this on their website above.
For Ballet Nelson classes are from Grade 4 to Advance 1 please Contact us here.

Adult Ballet Nelson class are also still running and are very popular!

All students achieve high marks in exams.

Pre-School & Primary Dance Programme

“An enchanting introduction to the world of ballet using movement, music and the children's imaginations.”

From age of four onwards, this is a special introduction to the dance studio, encouraging learning in a class structure, having fun whilst exploring the basics of ballet and developing early learning skills.

NZ Association of Modern Jazz & Contemporary Dance Syllabus

"Jazz classes & Contemporary dance are included for a well-rounded dance curriculum.”

Students enter NZAMD Jazz & Contemporary Dance exams gaining High Honours and Distinction and consistently qualify for the national finals of NZAMD Scholarships.

Seminars & Intensives

Students are encouraged to join other styles of dance, gymnastics, Pilates and ballet specific Physical Therapy to give them options for growth and taking them to another level of strength and flexibility which will enhance their ballet skills.

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Students are encouraged to attend Rhythmic Gymnastics. Rhythmic gym is a complementary discipline to ballet studies excellent for improving strength, flexibility and courage.

Competitions

Students compete nationally qualifying for PACANZ, AHA Australasian Awards, South Island Ballet Awards. At performing arts festivals all over NZ students consistently win all championships entered in Ballet, including classes of Pointe & Variation, Contemporary & also in Jazz.