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Performing Arts

We are jumping, turning and leaping with excitement to welcome you to join our Performing Arts lessons. 

Do you have a child who is interested in dancing? They could learn Ballet, Tap Dance or Street Dance with us at Talacre.

Our courses run from tots to teens providing community arts based education. Come and join one of our classes and immerse yourself in a world of fun, creativity and self-expression.

Each lesson will be working towards an "Open Studio/Watching Week " session where parents and families are invited in to see exactly what their children have achieved. Details of this will be shared towards the end of term.

Get ready to be inspired! We can't wait to welcome you to the stage.

Ballet Lessons - BOOK NOW

These elegant ballet lessons invite children into a calm and nurturing space where movement and music come together. Dancers are guided through the basics with support, helping them build balance, coordination, and confidence at their own pace.

Each lesson introduces simple but fundamental technique encouraging grace, imagination, and art. With a focus on growth and encouragement, children gradually develop strength, musicality, and an appreciation for the art of ballet.

 

Lessons will be:

Wednesday with Emma

Ballet Tots (18months-3yrs) - 3:30-4pm

Ballet Beginners (4-6yrs) - 4-4:45pm

Ballet Junior 7-9yrs - 4:45-5:45pm

Ballet Junior 10-12yrs - 5:45-6:45pm

 

Sunday with Emma

Ballet Tots (18months-3yrs) - 9-9:30am (fully booked)

Ballet Tots (18months-3yrs) - 9:30-10am

Ballet Beginners (4-6yrs) - 10:15-11am

Ballet Junior 7-9yrs - 11-12pm

Ballet Junior (10-12yrs) - 12-1pm

Ballet Junior (13-15yrs) - 1-2pm

 

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Street Dance Lessons - BOOK NOW

These high-energy kids street dance lessons are all about movement, music, and enjoyment. Learning styles while building coordination, rhythm, and strength in a fun and supportive environment.

Lessons focus on basic technique, grooves, and beginner-friendly choreography that encourages creativity and self-expression. Kids will develop musicality, courage, and teamwork while having a great time dancing.

Perfect for anyone who loves to move, enjoy upbeat music, and wants to build confidence while learning cool new skills.

 

Lessons will be:

Thursday with Eva - start date 8th October

Street Dance Tots (18months-3yrs) - 3:30-4pm

Street Dance 4-6yrs - 4-4:45pm

Street Dance 7-9yrs - 4:45-5:45pm

Street Dance 10-15yrs - 5:45-6:45pm

 

Saturday with Eva

Street Dance Tots (18months-3yrs) - 9-9:30am

Street Dance 4-6yrs - 9:30-10:15am

Street Dance 7-9yrs - 10:15-11:15am

Street Dance 10-15yrs - 11:15-12:15pm

 

 

 

Click below to either book your free taster lesson or to sign up straight away!

 

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Jazz/Lyrical Lessons - COMING SOON

These fun and expressive jazz and lyrical dance classes give children the opportunity to explore movement, music, and creativity in a supportive environment. Dancers learn fundamental techniques while developing coordination, flexibility, confidence, and musicality.

Each session blends the energy of jazz with the emotion and storytelling of lyrical dance, encouraging self-expression and performance skills. With plenty of encouragement and a focus on enjoyment, children grow in confidence while discovering the joy of dance.

A wonderful choice for those who love expressive movement, uplifting music, and the chance to shine.

 

Lessons will be:

Monday

Ages 5-7yrs - 4-4:45pm

Ages 8+ - 5-6pm

 

 

 

Click below to register your interest. This is to let us know that you are interested in signing up to our lessons. We will be in contact once they are live and ready to book with further information on how to do so.

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Tap Dance Lessons - COMING SOON

Our tap dance lessons welcome children into an upbeat and encouraging space where rhythm and movement come alive. Young dancers are introduced to the basics with patience and support, helping them build coordination, musicality, and confidence tap by tap.

Each lesson explores simple tap techniques and playful rhythmic patterns. With a focus on positivity and gentle guidance, children gradually develop strength, timing, and an appreciation for the lively art of tap.

A wonderful choice for those who enjoy upbeat music, expressive footwork, and a fun, friendly space.

 

 

Click below to register your interest. This is to let us know that you are interested in signing up to our lessons. We will be in contact once they are live and ready to book with further information on how to do so.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

What does my child need to wear and bring for their lesson?

Your child should attend their lesson in a ballet leotard, tights and ballet shoes with long hair tied back. Girls can wear a ballet skirt aswell if preferred. There are a range of different affordable websites to choose from with different styles and colours to suit individual preference.

For Street Dance, any comfortable clothing is acceptable.

Please ensure they have a bottle of water as well.

My child is nervous, do you offer a taster session?

Yes we do! Please fill out the form linked below to book your FREE one-off taster session so your child can meet the teacher and see the space before signing up.

 

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How do payments work?

Monthly cost

We offer affordable Monthly DD payment plans.

Booking is easy via the Better UK app or at Talacre reception where we can guide you through it. You can also join via the website clicking our 'BOOK NOW' button.

Ages 18months-3years - £45.00/£36.00 concessionary per month
Ages 4-6years - £50.00/£40.00 concessionary per month
Ages 7-13years - £55.00/£44.00 concessionary per month

Fees spread across the year
Our annual fee is based on 50 teaching weeks and divided into 12 equal monthly payments to keep costs affordable and manageable.


What you’ll pay when joining

At the point of enrolment, your first payment may include:

A one-month in hand payment in advance
A small joining fee
Any pro rata fees (if joining partway through a month)

Our team will be happy to explain all of this in more detail.

No long-term contract
You can cancel your Direct Debit at any time with one month’s notice.

Do they get to perform?

Every term ends with an "Open Studio / Watching Week " session where parents are invited in to see exactly what their children have achieved.

I still have a question

Email us talacre@gll.org and we will get back to your enquiry.

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