What a great weekend at Blackpool competing in the Nationwide classical and modern sequence competition. Starting with a warm up on arrival on Friday at the tower ballroom.
The competition started early on the Saturday with our under 12 lady, who danced her modern sequence superbly, through the heats.
The adults commenced in the afternoon with their classical sequence with great vigor, moving through heats and into semi finals, we had one finalist with a 5th in the Veleta and a 5th in classical sequence.
Finishing quite late 10 o’clock for supper.
Sunday had both our stardance and under 12 young ladies competing in their classical sequence and again superb dancing from both through the heats.
Our additional needs young man achieving a 4th in his first Blackpool.
The adults again competed well in their modern sequence with improvement from last year, again recalls for all and a finalist reaching 5th in modern sequence.
Would like to say well done to all of the competitors.
Another late evening with a well deserved celebratory meal and drinks.
Now the work starts for next year 2020!
Medal Test
On Sunday 22nd September the school held a Ballroom, Latin , Classical and Modern Sequence Medal test.
There were 47 Medals, danced by individuals and couples supported by the school.
Students from 8 years of age, dancing Stardance syllabus up to adults dancing Bronze, Silver, Gold and above gave a truly magnificent spectacle.
The examination was undertaken by the IDTA and enabled all medallists to demonstrate their abilities and show their and improvement through the year. The day close with all giving their best and a desire to continue learning. Now we wait with anticipation the results of the test.
Old Time Ball
A&M Dancing Old time ball
Ladies dust off that ball gown and gents uncover that dinner suite and come and enjoy an evening of Classical old time and modern sequence dancing.
Those favourites, Midnight Tango, Lilac Waltz, Promenade Gavotte, Saunters and many more with modern sequence Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot and quickstep.
Bring Refreshments and a smile, it’s time to dance.
Saturday 3rd August at Rayne Village Hall
From 8pm till 11pm
Attendance Fee £7 Single £14 Couple.
Look Forward to seeing you.
A&M Dancing Social Dances 2019
Saturday at Rayne Village Hall 8pm till 11pm
£7 Single – £14 Couple
- Saturday 16th February
- Saturday 27th April
- Saturday 25th May
- Saturday 22nd June
- Saturday 20th July
- Saturday 28th September
- Saturday 19th October
- Saturday 30th November
- Saturday 7th December Christmas Dance.
ADULT TAP CLASS
Tap danced as a child and fancy getting back into it?
Saturdays 2.15pm to 3 pm
Held at St Mary’s Church Hall
Church Street
Bocking CM7 5JY
Class Fee £5
A fun and easy way to get fit
Nationwide Classical and Modern Sequence Competition – Blackpool 2018
The IDTA Nationwide Competition was held over the weekend of the 27th and 28th October 2018 in the Winter Gardens Blackpool, the school has competed for many years and this year was no exception. With competitors in many age groups and pupils learning the routines and practicing throughout the year the time to compete had arrived. For some it was their first visit and the splendour of the Winter gardens and the occasion was overwhelming.
An 8am early start on Saturday for the children’s modern sequence Under 12’s partnership performed well and there were very proud parents, in the afternoon the adults took to the floor in the classical sequence competition in four age groups, all competitors danced well resulting in two finals and two trophies. For the mans over 50 a second place and the ladies over 50’s, sixth place.
The Sunday began with the repeated early call when our star dance competitor took to the floor, again performing very well with proud parents the reverse of Saturday children dancing their classical sequence all that hard work paid off with smiles they competed well against very strong competition an understanding and desire to improve for next year.
The adults turned to there modern sequence competition and again all performed very well with two finals reached the men’s over 50’s a third place and the ladies over 50’s a seventh place.
So a little tired on return but the desire to improve and return next year.
A great weekend had by all.
Details of Classes for Children and Adults.
Saturday
Children’s Theatre School Classes
St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street, Bocking CM7 5JY
- 9 00 – 9.40 Babies Ballet and Tap
- 9.45 – 10.40 Freestyle/ Old Time/Ballroom and Latin
- 10.45 – 11 40 Ballet and Tap 5 to 7 years
- 11.45 – 12.40 Ballet and Tap 8 to 9 years
- 12.45 – 14.15 Ballet & Tap under 16 years
Monday
Children’s Ballet and Tap Classes
St Mary’s Church Hall Church Street, Bocking CM7 5JY
- 4 00 – 5.00 Grade 2 Ballet
- 5.00 – 5.30 Grade 1 & 2 Tap
Tuesday
Children’s and Adults Classes
CLOSED DUE TO COVID
St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street, Bocking CM7 5JY
- 6 30 – 8 00 Competitive Classical and Modern Sequence dancing under 16’s to over 60’s
- 8.00 – 10.00 Adult Social, Classical and Modern Sequence class.
Thursday
Adults Ballroom & Latin with sequence Class
2.30pm to 4.00pm
at St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street, Bocking CM7 5JY
Adults Ballroom & Latin Class
Rayne Village Hall
- 8.30 – 10.00 Adults – Ballroom and Latin (All levels)
Friday
Grade 3 Ballet and Tap Class 5pm to 6.30pm
All held at St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Street, Bocking CM7 5JY
2018 A&M Dancing Show
Saturday 15th September 2018
2 performances 1.30 pm and 6.30 pm
Moments of Mystery
Celebrating the eighth production by A&M Dance School we present a journey focused on Moments of Mystery.
A combination of choreographed performances entertaining differing dance styles and music, incorporating Tap, Ballet, Ballroom, Latin, and Theatre Craft, music themed from theatre, film and TV.
Performed by an enthusiastic cast, students, from under-five’s to 16 years.
Please come along and experience an afternoon or evening of enjoyment and fun.
Social Dance 2018 Programme
A&M Dancing School Evening Social Dance Programme
Evening Social Dances held at Rayne Village Hall.
Doors open 7.45 pm for 8 pm start, closure at 11 pm.
An opportunity to enjoy a friendly and social evening with family and friends, please bring your own refreshments and nibbles.
Admission single £7.00 couples £14.00
Sat 24th February 2018
Sat 24th March 2018
Sat 28th April 2018
Sat 23rd June 2018
Sat 21st July 2018
Sat 4th August 2018 (Old Time and Modern Sequence Ball)
Sat 29th September 2018
Sat 20th October 2018
Sat 24th November 2018
Sat 8th December 2018 (Christmas Party)
Further information required please contact the web page.
Theatre Exams SUCCESS
The school undertook an number of exams at differing ages and genre, Theatre, Gym, Ballet, Tap and Modern. Following the exam the pupils commented on how lovely the examiner was and how enjoyable the day was. This was reflected in the results well done everyone you should be very proud of your achievements.
Attached is the medal table how colourful and many rosettes and medals presented to all.
Well done all Miss Jacqui