Book Your Free Trial Lesson
Choosing the right ballet school is so important. Not just to ensure you have a qualified ballet teacher but also to ensure that the school you have chosen will nurture your child's dancing abilities as well as their physical and emotional wellbeing.
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The Prima Ballet Academy offers all potential new students a free trial lesson so as you can start your child's ballet journey with absolute confidence that you have found the perfect school for your family.
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What to expect at your free trial lesson
Upon arrival for your free trial lesson, you will be welcomed in reception by your ballet teacher. After ensuring your dancer feels comfortable, she will introduce them to their classmates in the studio. Parents are welcome to assist younger children in settling in before the lesson begins.
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Your child will participate in a full ballet class, developing new skills and friendships. Following the lesson, your teacher will provide feedback on your dancer's progress. We value a pressure-free experience; after your trial, we encourage you to discuss the class privately with your child before deciding on enrollment. You will be given some information to take with you explaining our simple enrollment process.
WHAT OUR FAMILIES HAVE TO SAY
JENNA
"I never wanted my daughter to dance because I didn't want the hectic lifestyle it often brings. That's why the Prima Ballet Academy has been perfect for us. With one ballet class a week and no competitions, my daughter gets to live her dream of being a ballerina and we still get to spend our evenings together as a family."
MEET YOUR TEACHER
SARAH
Principle &Â Ballet Instructor
Sarah began dancing at the age of 5 at the Barbara Todd Ballet School in Hobart, where she undertook all of her RAD exams. At the age of 18 she began studying the industry valued Royal Academy of Dance Certificate of Ballet Teaching Studies, becoming a qualified ballet teacher at the age of 20. Sarah has taught in both London and Hobart over the last 17 years and now teaches all of the classes at the Prima Ballet Academy, from Twinkle Toes Toddler Ballet to the advanced grades. She is also the mother of two young children who love to join her in some of the Twinkle Toes classes.
FAQS
HOW IS THE PRIMA BALLET ACADEMY DIFFERENT FROM OTHER LOCAL BALLET/DANCE SCHOOLS?
All classes at the Prima Ballet Academy are taught by a qualified ballet teacher. There are only a handful of qualified ballet teachers in Tasmania so this qualification from the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) sets our ballet school apart from many other schools. Having a qualified ballet teacher not only enables children to participate in exams, masterclasses and workshops, but also ensures that all students are taught correct and safe technique at appropriate stages of their development.
WHY SHOULD WE CHOOSE A ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE (RAD) BALLET SCHOOL?
All RAD registered teachers hold an internationally recognised dance teaching qualification. They are required to undertake 'Continuing Professional Development' (CPD) hours every year. This means that you can be confident in their dance knowledge and teaching ability.
WOULD MY CHILD HAVE TO DO COMPETITIONS?
The Prima Ballet Academy does not participate in any competitions.
WOULD MY CHILD HAVE TO DO BALLET EXAMS?
None of our dancers are forced to participate in ballet exams. Although most children choose to do their exam, this is a decision that is made by each child and their family.
IS THIS A GIRLS-ONLY BALLET SCHOOL?
No! There are a number of boys already enrolled in the Prima Ballet Academy. Boys who dance see social, physical, and intellectual benefits that will stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives.
CAN I WATCH MY CHILD'S BALLET CLASS?
Parents of Twinkle Toes Toddler Ballet dancers are required to stay in the studio throughout their child's class. As children move up into other age groups parents no longer sit in the class to avoid becoming a distraction for their child. Families are invited to come and watch classes periodically throughout the year to see their child's progress.