ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE BALLET

Whilst we have suggested age groups as a guide for the following R.A.D Ballet classes, as the levels increase, so does the expected levels of experience. Therefore we assess age, level of experience and physical development to help us find the right class for your student. If you have any questions regarding what level to choose please email info@elevationdancestudios.com.au.

Royal Academy of Dance Levels at EDS

RAD Pre Primary - 4 - 5 yrs

Primary - 6 yrs

Grade 1 - 7 yrs

Grade 2 - 8 -9 yrs

Grade 3 - 10 yrs

Grade 4 - 11 yrs

Grade 5 - 12- 13 yrs

Inter Foundation - 14 yrs (Pointe work included - see policy below)

Intermediate - 15 - 16 yrs (Pointe work included - see policy below)

Pointe Policy

ACROBATICS

As of 2024 we are moving to a skill based levelling system for our Friday Acrobatics classes. We are implementing this new system to allow those students with a similar level of experience to work towards common goals in the best possible environment.

2024 Requirements for Acrobatics Level 1 & 2

Level 1

Age group: Intermediate, Pre Senior, Senior 

Skill requirements: 

1. Unassisted handstand 

2. Cartwheel both sides 

3. Round off

4. Unassisted held bridge 

5. At least - one side for splits

6. Unassisted bridge walk 

7. Handstand to bridge (straight over)

8. Unassisted headstand

Level 2

Age group: Intermediate, Pre Senior, Senior 

Skill requirement:

1. All skills mentioned in level 1

2. Front walkover - Unassisted 

3. Back walkover - Unassisted

4. Front handspring - Unassisted

5. One handed cartwheels 

6. Straddle handstand into bridge 

7. Side ariel - Assisted/ Unassisted 

8. Back handspring - Assisted/ Unassisted

Elevation Dance Studios Company Classes

Our EDS Company Class is an invitation only class for students who embody the values of our studio, demonstrate technical proficiency and excellence in performance quality.

This class is designed to push our students to explore different methods, genres, and teaching styles. Therefore, a possible company candidate is expected to take as many classes as possible to meet the physical and theatrical demands of this class.

The current class criteria for potential company members are:

1 - 2 Ballet classes

1 - 2 Jazz classes

1 - 2 Contemporary classes

1 x Technique or different EDS style

Whilst we value all styles at Elevation, we believe a minimum of 4 classes from the above list will provide our students with the strong foundation required for our Company class.