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Term 1

JANUARY – MARCH 2024

Ballet

We offer Classical Ballet classes ranging from Graded to Vocational Levels based on the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. 

 

Founded in 1920, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is a UK-based examination board specialising in dance education and training, with an emphasis on Classical Ballet.

 

Dance Spectrum International is a registered school with RAD-certified teachers. 

Graded Syllabus

Pre-Primary in Dance

Primary in Dance

Grades 1-5

Grades 6-8 

Vocational Syllabus

Intermediate Foundation 

Intermediate

Advanced Foundation

Advanced 1

Advanced 2

Solo Seal

“I enjoy dancing at DSI as it provides a good environment for me to learn and further my passion in dance. All of the teachers are caring and provide insightful critiques to ensure that I push myself to be a better dancer. DSI also provides many opportunities for me to compete in competitions and perform to large audiences.”

Laura Yew, 14
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Modern

We offer Modern Dance classes ranging from Jazz Awards, Graded Examinations to Vocational Graded Examinations based on the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) syllabus.

 

Founded in 1904, the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is one of the world’s leading dance examination boards with a wide range of dance genres available. The ISTD Modern Dance syllabus incorporates elements of jazz, lyrical and contemporary dance.

 

Dance Spectrum International is a registered school with ISTD-certified teachers. 

Jazz Awards

Bronze Jazz Award

Silver Jazz Award

Gold Jazz Award

Graded Examinations

Grade 1-6

Vocational Examinations

Intermediate Foundation 

Intermediate

Advanced 1

Advanced 2

“I really enjoy doing Modern Dance at DSI because I get to learn beautiful choreography from my teachers and I can express myself creatively through movement. I love the opportunities given to me to perform for community events as well as national and international competitions. The close bonds I have with my friends at DSI are really special to me.”

Joy Liauw, 11

“I like modern dance because it is so fun! I get to learn new  dance steps and I enjoy dancing with my friends.”

Auriel Aw, 6
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Tap

We offer Tap Dance classes ranging from Tap Awards, Graded Examinations to Vocational Graded Examinations based on the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) syllabus.

 

Founded in 1904, the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is one of the world’s leading dance examination boards with a wide range of dance genres available. The ISTD Tap Dance syllabus consists of a conglomerate of ability, skill, rhythm and artistry.

 

Dance Spectrum International is a registered school with ISTD-certified teachers. 

Tap Awards

Bronze Tap Award

Silver Tap Award

Gold Tap Award

Pre-Primary & Primary
Class Examinations

Pre-Primary

Primary

Graded Examinations

Grade 1-6

Vocational Graded Examinations

Intermediate

Advanced 1

Advanced 2

“Learning Tap at DSI has helped me to develop a greater awareness and understanding of my own body when I dance. 

 

I enjoy the challenging rhythms and styles of dance as I tap to the interesting variety of music. Tap is not merely about learning steps but also about using the right facial expressions and body gestures to enhance the choreography. 

 

I am very thankful to Ms Sharon Liew for guiding and motivating me year after year. She has worked tirelessly to help me complete all of my Tap exams and I am very proud to say that I have completed my Advance 2 Tap exams with a high distinction."

Shannon Ong, 20
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Contemporary

Our Open Adult Contemporary Class combines elements of several dance genres – Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Lyrical and Street Dance. 

 

Taught by Ms Joy Wang, the vocabulary and techniques used in class are heavily influenced by her professional training and experiences as a dancer. 

 

Students will get to work with spirals and swings, and lyrical movements to encourage physical expression while developing strength, groundedness, and power through exploring elasticity within movements. 

 

Technical but accessible to all, this class encourages each individual to connect to the pleasure of motion.

Open Adult Contemporary

Suitable for all levels

'I started Ballet at DSI at age 4 and then Modern & Tap at age 7. That opened many doors for me as I have been given many opportunities to explore different dance styles, perform for community and private events and compete in competitions.

 

Doing Contemporary gives me a chance to express my emotions through movement and even though the choreography is challenging at times, it makes me want to work harder to deliver a flawless presentation.

 

My favourite quote is "When the going gets tough, the tough gets going". Sow the seeds of hard work  and you will reap the fruits of success!'

Annaleigh Ngadiman, 14

Awarded First Place (Outstanding Award)
Malaysian Awards, a brand of ISTD Janet Cram
United Kingdom Modern & Tap Dance Competition,
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