PERFORM, COMPETE AND APPEAR IN PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCES WHILST GAINING ACCREDITED QUALIFICATIONS GRADES 1 - 8
BUILD CONFIDENCE, CREATIVITY, INDIVIDUALITY
CLASSES
COMMERCIAL / HIP-HOP / MODERN JAZZ / BALLET / PBT – PROGRESSING BALLET TECHNIQUE CONTEMPORARY / TAP / ACROBATIC ARTS / RADAR TECHNIQUE + FLEXIBILITY DRAMA / MUSICAL THEATRE / ONE-TO-ONE SINGING / POINTE BALLET
Regular 'Specialist Workshops' are held with current industry professionals, leading Choreographers, Actors, Stunt Specialists
In 'Academy BSS' we concentrate on the progressive development of: Technique, Performance, Creativity, Terminology, Physiology and Injury Prevention, Professionalism, Experience
A variety of equipment is used to engage and aid development
Timetable
BIRMINGHAM VENUES
CHESTER ROAD, Erdington – Please see 'Contact Us' for location details
DANCE XCHANGE, BIRMINGHMAM HIPPODROME
EXAM OPPORTUNITIES
We have 100% Examination success!
Examination Grades 1-8 are taken with BTDA (British Theatre Dance Association), RAD (Royal Academy of Dance), LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Art) and LCM (London College of Music)
All recognised exam boards are accredited and students are able to acquire UCAS points and Scholarships
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
We are very proud to have secured the contract for Pantomime at the Birmingham Hippodrome for over 34 years
Our Performers Elite Teams are able to successfully compete at National and International Competition
Regular performances at Disneyland Paris, London's West End, Royal Albert Hall and ALL STARS Experience shows
Our school performances for ALL students are held in prestigious theatres
Regular Commercial + Promotional Event Performances
TV/Film, Corporate, Cruise Ships, Holiday Entertainment, Sport Cheerleading
Please see our 'Achievements' page to see the exciting engagements BSS performers experience
PROGRESSION
Having completed Grade 8, students are able to progress to 'Intermediate' and 'Advanced' vocational examinations. There is also the opportunity to acquire qualifications in: Certificate for Dance Teaching Assistant, Certificate in Dance Teaching and Diploma in Dance Teaching and Management
AGENCY REPRESENTATION
We have connections with reputable casting agents, both London and locally, who often call for students to participate in commercial, modelling, Theatre and TV. Students are able to receive personal agency representation
FEES
A fixed fee of £15 for Grade 1 or £20 for Grades 2-8 covers all classes and rehearsals and includes both Wednesday and Saturday classes
Fees are paid weekly via bank transfer - Transfer information is available from the office
This enables parents to keep check and not be bombarded with extra fees! Especially on the run up to a show or event when rehearsals become more regular. A separate fee is generally chargeable for Specialist Workshops or if there is an occasional rehearsal on a 'non-dancing day'
Uniform
Please visit our Uniform page for more information
PRIORITISING SAFETY + WELLBEING
Our staff hold Enhanced DBS Certificates and First Aid response and facilities are available on site.
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – We will not share your information with any other organisation and will only contact you for purposes of information or with regards to your child
We ask that every student completes a 'Personal Information' form, which details general contact info and any medical, or other observations you feel we need to be made aware of.
Safeguarding: We ask that if another person (other than a parent/guardian) is picking up your child, that BSS be made aware, as we will not permit the child to leave the premises without BSS having sought the parent’s permission
Please see our safeguarding 'Child Protection Policy’ for further information regarding how we support children and their families
We are very fortunate to have 'Clued Up Coaching' as a support to our organisation. Qualified life coaches are contactable if students or their families need support with the everyday stresses of adolescence, school exams, and coping with life post-pandemic. Clued Up Coaching also come into the school and hold optional relaxation sessions as a fun way to encourage kids to chill, relax and cope with the demands of life!
PARENTS + GUARDIANS
Parents are kept up to date with student progression on a regular basis. We are happy to assist with enquiries and if you would like to contact us, please use the office details found in 'Contct Us'