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Company's Address:
Glenmead Primary School, Glenmead Rd, Great Barr, Birmingham B42 8UQ, United Kingdom
Company's Email:
donna.howell@blueyonder.co.uk
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Dance Studio 22

Dance Studio 22 - IDTA & UKA Registered Dance School in Great Barr, Birmingham

About Dance Studio 22

Dance Studio 22 is an IDTA, UKA and Acrobatic Arts registered dance school in Great Barr, Birmingham, offering ballet, acrobatic arts, modern, contemporary, street and commercial dance classes for children from age 2, with exam preparation, private lessons and performance opportunities.

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Dance Studio 22 is an IDTA, UKA and Acrobatic Arts registered dance school in Birmingham. Principal Samantha Howell holds IDTA and Acrobatic Arts teaching qualifications, a BA (Hons) Dance Degree, and Associated Board of Dance exams in Ballet, Acrobatics, Modern, Tap, Musical Comedy and Pointe. The school operates from Glenmead Primary School in Great Barr.

Classes are organized by ability rather than age and include Ballet, Acrobatic Arts, Modern Dance, Contemporary, Street Dance/Commercial Dance, Lyrical, and Pointe. The school offers a Little Dancers program for children aged 2-4, beginner sessions, three ability-based groups in several styles, and competition teams. Private lessons provide one-on-one training to improve technical and performance skills. Students work on technique exercises and combinations throughout the year in preparation for the annual Christmas show.

The school holds exams throughout the year and offers several performance opportunities. Students participate in one Chance2Dance performance annually at various theatres and venues. Private lesson dancers can enter up to three competitions per year and perform at a November presentation. All students participate in a December Christmas show, and the school performs at additional festivals and charity events when possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dance Studio 22?
Dance Studio 22 is an IDTA, UKA and Acrobatic Arts registered dance school described as a professional dance family where children can realise their aspirations and love for dance and acrobatic arts. The school is led by Principal Samantha Howell, an IDTA qualified teacher, Acrobatic Arts qualified teacher, Pre-School Acrobatic Arts teacher, and holder of a BA (Hons) Dance Degree with Associated Board of Dance exams in Ballet, Acrobatics, Modern, Tap, Musical Comedy and Pointe. Donna Howell serves as Administration Manager.
Dance Studio 22 is located at Glenmead Primary School, Glenmead Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B42 8UQ. Classes operate Monday to Friday 18:00-20:00 (Wednesday until 20:30), Saturday 10:00-15:00, and Sunday 16:00-18:00.
Dance Studio 22 offers ballet, acrobatic arts (the school’s most popular class), modern dance, contemporary dance with lyrical incorporated, street dance and commercial dance in combined sessions including grooving, breaking, hip hop, locking, popping and house, and pointe classes. The school offers group classes organized by ability and experience, private lessons for one-on-one training, exam preparation throughout the year, and competition training. Classes include Little Dancers for ages 2-4, beginner sessions, multiple ability-based groups, and elite competition teams.
Children can join Dance Studio 22 by registering their interest prior to attending. Parents can register by contacting Donna on 07928307107, preferably by WhatsApp or text message, or by email at donna.howell@blueyonder.co.uk. Students must register before arrival and will not be allowed to join lessons without prior registration.
Dance Studio 22 caters for children from age 2 (Little Dancers class for ages 2-4 years old) through various experience levels. Classes are based on ability rather than age, with students placed in sessions based on their ages, abilities and experience. The school offers beginner sessions and suggests these for students who have taken a few classes before, as well as multiple progressive groups for different abilities.
Dance Studio 22 offers exams throughout the year, competitions averaging 3 per year for private lesson dancers, one Chance2Dance performance per year at theatres and venues, a November presentation for private lesson dancers, and a mandatory Christmas show for all students. The school also tries to perform at extra events during the year including festivals and charity events. Students have successfully obtained overall awards, medals and trophies at competition.
Dance Studio 22 follows IDTA (International Dance Teachers Association) and UKA (United Kingdom Alliance) syllabi as a registered school with both organizations. The school also follows Acrobatic Arts and Pre-School Acrobatic Arts programs. Classes require a high level of attendance and home practice to ensure continuous progression and achievement. The school works on technique exercises and combinations from January to after the summer holidays in preparation for the Christmas show.
Dance Studio 22 offers exams throughout the year, competitions averaging 3 per year for private lesson dancers, one Chance2Dance performance per year at theatres and venues, a November presentation for private lesson dancers, and a mandatory Christmas show for all students. The school also participates in festivals and charity events throughout the year.
Contact Dance Studio 22 by phone or voice message at 07928307107, by WhatsApp, or by email at donna.howell@blueyonder.co.uk. Contact Donna Howell, Administration Manager, for registration and enquiries.
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