Richards School of Dance

Where Stars are born, and Champions are made

RSD Currently runs over 30 dance classes per week, these range from Street dance to Latin American, and from Belly dancing to Cheerleading, with lots more inbetween.

For children we offer, Combined Freestyle and Latin American class, Cheerleading class

Combined Freestyle and Latin American class. Here children from 4-7yrs and then from 8-16yrs are able to learn the full range of freestyle dances, including disco, street and slow dance. They can also develop their skills in the Latin American dance style, learning the rumba, cha cha, samba, jive and paso. Children from these classes are trained to take grade examinations with the IDTA, they also have the opportunity to take part in competitions and shows on a regular basis. For those children who want to train at a higher level, we have our championship dance squad, the current British Dance Champions. Children from our classes are invited into the squad when they reach an appropriate ability level.

Cheerleading Class. At our cheerleading classes children from 4-7yrs and then 8-16yrs are introduced to the range of basic skills needed for cheerleading. This includes, jumps, motion technique, cheer routines, chants and stunts. Children from these classes are trained to take grade examinations with the IDTA, they also have the opportunity to take part in competitions and shows on a regular basis. For those children who want to train at a higher level, we have our championship cheerleading squad, the current British Champions. Tryouts for the Squad are held on a regualr basis.

RSD Street Vibes, our Hip Hop and Street classes which enable you to pump up your moves with our specialist urban street dancer. We have classes for both children and adults. A great class to your favourite tunes.

Adults classes, our adults courses vary on a regular basis, currently we are offering Latin Line & Dance exercise. Check back on a regular basis, Previous courses have included dance exercise, pilates, salsa, latin in line, and line dancing.

RSD Academy, the academy is our part time performing arts school. A four hour session where children from 4-16yrs gain the opportunity to develop skills in dance, drama, and singing all under one roof. Individual classes are taught by specialist teachers, but there is a very integrated approach to teaching, which ensures the children are able to link up all three skills - important in developing a true performer. The students are trained to take musical theatre examination, and also to take part in the Academy showcase performances. Academy students have gone on to take up professional roles in performing arts.