DANCE

Our BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance Pathway) is a full time course structured over 2 academic years designed for 16 to 18 year olds who are looking for a career within the performing arts industry. This two-year course provides the high quality dance training needed to set solid foundations in a wide range of styles including commercial dance, street dance, jazz, musical theatre, ballet, contemporary, tap, yoga, singing, acting, choreography, fitness and more. 

Students will gain valuable hands-on experience which can take them straight into a career in the industry, throughout this highly practical course you will gain experiences with a range of different performance styles and approaches to technique within dance. You will be introduced to a new way of exploring choreography and performance in a critical and analytic manner alongside professional development and theory giving a valuable foundation for exposure to the competitive industry.

All students will also take part in termly shows alongside which you will study mandatory modules as follows: 

  • Performing Arts Skills Development
  • The Performing Arts Industry
  • Personal Performing Arts Profile
  • Collaborative Performing Arts Project 

Here at Hazel Clarke Institute of Performing Arts we pride ourselves on providing some of the highest level of teaching faculty in the UK. Our staff are all industry professionals , ensure the students get current training that is relevant and effective. In addition to our timetabled faculty, the students are given the opportunity to work with a wide range of additional industry professionals in our ‘Industry Week’ intensives.

During each year of training our dancers can audition to take part in a range of performances and projects including showcase performances at Move It London and more, they finish the course not only with an impressive performance CV but also professional headshots and a portfolio of skills.

The College runs a termly programme of guest tutors / choreographers taken from all areas of the performing arts world to enhance and broaden the training given by the inhouse faculty. This programme known as ‘Industry Week’ gives the students a unique opportunity to work alongside industry professionals who bring practical examples and current standards into their learning environment. 

Our students are also provided an enrichment scheme, exposing them to live theatre performances both in London and touring theatres as audience members. This not only adds to their portfolio of knowledge but also builds social skills within the college.

Entry Requirements

Subject to a successful dance audition process and GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above is preferred however there is opportunity for these two subjects to be re-studied at the college if not achieved.

Additional Costs

Enrichment Fee: £300 per year

DANCE

Our BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance Pathway) is a full time course structured over 2 academic years designed for 16 to 18 year olds who are looking for a career within the performing arts industry. This two-year course provides the high quality dance training needed to set solid foundations in a wide range of styles including commercial dance, street dance, jazz, musical theatre, ballet, contemporary, tap, yoga, singing, acting, choreography, fitness and more. 

Students will gain valuable hands-on experience which can take them straight into a career in the industry, throughout this highly practical course you will gain experiences with a range of different performance styles and approaches to technique within dance. You will be introduced to a new way of exploring choreography and performance in a critical and analytic manner alongside professional development and theory giving a valuable foundation for exposure to the competitive industry.

All students will also take part in termly shows alongside which you will study mandatory modules as follows: 

  • Performing Arts Skills Development
  • The Performing Arts Industry
  • Personal Performing Arts Profile
  • Collaborative Performing Arts Project 

Here at Hazel Clarke Institute of Performing Arts we pride ourselves on providing some of the highest level of teaching faculty in the UK. Our staff are all industry professionals , ensure the students get current training that is relevant and effective. In addition to our timetabled faculty, the students are given the opportunity to work with a wide range of additional industry professionals in our ‘Industry Week’ intensives.

During each year of training our dancers can audition to take part in a range of performances and projects including showcase performances at Move It London and more, they finish the course not only with an impressive performance CV but also professional headshots and a portfolio of skills.

The College runs a termly programme of guest tutors / choreographers taken from all areas of the performing arts world to enhance and broaden the training given by the inhouse faculty. This programme known as ‘Industry Week’ gives the students a unique opportunity to work alongside industry professionals who bring practical examples and current standards into their learning environment. 

Our students are also provided an enrichment scheme, exposing them to live theatre performances both in London and touring theatres as audience members. This not only adds to their portfolio of knowledge but also builds social skills within the college.

Entry Requirements

Subject to a successful dance audition process and GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above is preferred however there is opportunity for these two subjects to be re-studied at the college if not achieved.

Additional Costs

Enrichment Fee: £300 per year