| Teaching Courses | Variations Coaching for Intermediate Foundation & Intermediate: Duration of each course: 1.5 hour workshop for teachers; 1.5 hour class for students, with teacher observation; 15 minute discussion/feedback with teachers An opportunity for teachers and students to participate in coaching classes focusing on the female variations for the new Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate syllabi. Teachers will cover all four female variations during the practical session, after which they will have the opportunity to observe student classes. Students will begin with a 45 minute warm-up class prior to receiving comprehensive coaching of the variations. Students are required to have a good knowledge of their chosen variation in order to benefit. Focusing on criteria assessed in the examination, this practical course will enhance knowledge and understanding of the technique, musicality and overall performance qualities required for each variation. |
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| Exploring Musicality, Course 1: Duration: 3 hours There are several divergent aspects to 'musicality': on the one hand, human beings are born with an innate capacity for music: we are all musical beings. On the other hand, individual styles, choreographers and dance works demand musicality in the sense of a response to music that we can see in movement, and recognize as 'musical' or 'musical expression.' In this combined practical workshop and seminar, we explore various aspects of musicality and how they relate to the teaching, learning, performance and examinaiton of dance. The course will include:
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| Exploring Musicality, Course 2: Duration: 3 hours In Musicality Course 1, we looked at music in the sense of 'pieces of music' that accompany a dance or dance class. Musicality Course 2 is in two parts. Part 1: We explore the sounds of music themsleves, particularly timbre and duration. Through practical exercise using a range of different accompaniments, including voice, we explore the way that sound quality can influence and motivate movement, and how movement dynamics and structure can be translated into sound as a tool for teaching. Finally, we investigate using sound as a way of understanding and analyzing movement itself. Part 2: We consider how ideas about musicality can inform the creation and development of exercises and enchainements in a ballet class. In addition, the class gives an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the musical terms commonly used in the assessment of dance in the RAD syllabus. The course will include:
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| Free Enchaînements for Teachers:
Duration: 3 hours In this course, participants will learn strategies for creating their own development exercises and enchainements. Topics will include:
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| A Guide to the Transition from Graded to Vocational Graded
Examinations: Duration: Half day Teachers of classical ballet who have students studying for Graded and Vocational Graded examinations will benefit from this course. This course will provide teachers with a knowledge and understanding of the purpose of the two different examination pathways and the approach to teaching. The course will include discussion on: The difference between the Graded and Vocational Graded examination pathways:
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| Fundamentals of Classical Ballet Technique Unit 1 and 2:
Duration: One day All teachers of classical ballet will benefit from this course. The course aims to provide teachers with a deeper understanding of the content of the Academy's book, The Foundations of Classical Ballet Technique, on which the course is based. Course Content Unit 1 The course will include:
Course Content Unit 2 This is a practical unit. The unit will be in the form of an extended classical ballet class in which teacher participation is strongly encouraged in order to re-visit and 'feel' in the body, basic classical technique. A selection of movements and steps will be analyzed and vocabulary will be discussed where appropriate. There will also be discussion on issues related to teaching Please note it is not necessary to attend unit 1 before unit 2 |
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| Creating Effective Enchaînements: Duration: One day All teachers of classical ballet who wish to improve their ability to arrange free enchainements will benefit from the course. The course aims to develop a systematic, but thoughtful and creative approach to devising free enchainements for Vocational Graded classes, up to Advanced Foundation level. Course content: The following topics in relation to free enchainements will be discussed and clarified:
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| Use of Music in Teaching: Duration: One day All teachers of classical ballet will benefit from this course. The course aims to provide teachers with a basic understanding of the music requirements for class work and how to communicate these to a pianist. Course content:
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| Introduction to Teaching Basic Pointe Work Duration: Half day All teachers of classical ballet, particularly those who teach students who are beginning pointe work. The course aims to provide teachers with a knowledge and understanding of how to introduce pointe work to young students. Course content: Advice on the different types of pointe shoes available:
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| Effective Teaching of Pointe Work Duration: Half day All teachers of classical ballet, particularly those who teach students at Intermediate examination level. The course aims to provide teachers with a knowledge and understanding of how to introduce pointe work to young students. Course content: Technical and physical requirements for pointe work at Intermediate level including:
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| Syllabus Courses | Introductory Courses: These courses help you to gain knowledge and understanding of the Academy's examination syllabi and equip you with ideas for ways in which to teach them. Courses offer invaluable assistance for any ballet teacher working with the Academy's syllabus. The course aims to provide teachers with a knowledge and understanding of the Academy's syllabi. Graded Syllabus Courses
*Note: Day 1 & 2: Pre-Primary to Grade 2 Day 3: Grade 3 Day 4: Grade 4 Day 5: Grade 5 Teachers who are learning the work for the first time are strongly advised to attend the full five day course. Vocational Graded Syllabus Courses
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| Revision Courses: Revision courses are designed to help refresh details and enhance your approach to teaching. A good working knowledge of the relevant syllabus is required. All teachers of the Academy's examination syllabi will benefit from the course.
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| Free Movement and Character Revision Course: These specialized courses offer in-depth study and ideas for methods of teaching the Free Movement and Character sections of the Academy's Graded examination syllabus.
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| Introduction to Pre-Primary in Dance and Primary in
Dance Fun to do and rewarding to teach, these syllabi help to develop children's physical skills, stamina, creativity, and expression and musicality using a range of sounds and musical styles. These one-day courses are essential for any teacher who teaches young children to understand the approach to teaching this new work. The courses will be delivered through discussion and practical sessions and will include:
Course Length: One day Duration: Six hours, with one additional hour for lunch. Exact start and finish times may vary from course to course. Clothes: Comfortable clothes and shoes for the practical session. Examination and Class Award content: Participants should bring a copy of the exercises and dances publication which includes the Specification (code 100PPD). Course Notes: Participants will receive Course Guidelines in CD format. Participants should also bring a pen and paper. Props: Participants should bring a percussion instument of choice (e.g. tambourine, drum, maracas, etc) |
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| Courses in a Class Setting | Exam Criteria in a Class Setting The non-syllabus classes focus on free movement / character and breakdown of technique. By observation, teachers will gain insight into how the students' work relates to examination criteria. The opportunity to discuss details further will be provided after each class. |
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| Building to Pointe Syllabus Work in a Class Setting These non-syllabus/syllabus classes offer exercises which strengthen and build toward the syllabus work at each level. The opportunity for discussion will be provided throughout the delivery of each class. |
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| Vocabulary of Steps and Unset Enchaînements in a Class
Setting Within the non-syllabus classes, the vocabulary of steps will be reviewed and a systematic and creative approach to devising free enchaînements will be provided. Strategies for developing musical awareness will also be incorporated at each class level. A teacher discussion will follow the Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate classes. Students at the Advanced level are encouraged to participate in the discussion. |
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| Student Classes | Student Classes are offered at both the Graded and
Vocational Graded levels. They provide an opportunity for teachers to
observe student classes, taught by an experienced Royal Academy of Dance
examiner/tutor while giving students an opportunity to participate in
a detailed overview of the examination requirements, in preparation
for the examination sessions. Enrolment for these classes are on a first come, first served basis, with preference given to examination candidates. We strongly encourage teachers and students to take advantage of the opportunity to consolidate knowledge of syllabus details and examination criteria. |
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| Teacher Discussions | Teacher Discussions are a follow-up to the observation of student
classes and are ideal for those wishing to discuss the examination criteria.
It is advised that those attending these sessions bring their copy of
Handbook for Teachers. |
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| Pre-School Dance Curriculum Workshop | Open to both RAD and non-RAD teachers, this workshop brings a practical approach to teaching pre-schoolers. Learn the aims and objectives of the Pre-School Dance Curriculum. View a class and discuss, then participate in a group session to share, invent and expand upon creative ideas based on fundamental principles of cognitive, motor and social development. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| *Private
Lessons / Student Classes / Discussions *By request only |
Private Lessons: G ive teachers an opportunity to clarify technical points one on one with an RAD examiner/tutor that may need reviewing and to develop specific skills at a time and location convenient to them. |
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| Student Classes with Optional Discussion: While instructive to teachers, Student Classes with optional Discussion following the class, are especially helpful in coaching students as the syllabus class is tailored to the particular grade level and technical emphasis of the teacher's choice. |
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| Small Group Courses: These are ideal for dialogue for small groups of teachers (maximum of five) who would like to request particular topics or courses of their choice. |
