dACADEMY SHORT-TERM
CONTEMPORARY COURSE (with Introduction to Rambert Grades)
Ignite Your Child's Passion for Dance!
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We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to dive into the world of Contemporary Dance — a fun, expressive, and empowering dance style that beautifully complements Classical Ballet.
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Contemporary dance allows dancers to feel the movement in a different way—it encourages freedom, creativity, and emotional expression, helping them connect more deeply with their art. As ballet evolves, exposure to contemporary techniques is more important than ever. Even the latest RAD Ballet syllabus now includes elements of Contemporary!​
This 3-month programme is perfect for dancers looking to expand their horizons. They will be introduced to the Rambert Grades Contemporary Dance Syllabus — a prestigious and globally recognised programme designed by the renowned Rambert Company and Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance.
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Spanning up to eleven grades, the Rambert Grades syllabus nurtures lifelong skills—encouraging individuality, creativity, independent thinking, and confident decision-making. It focuses on three key strands: Technique, Performance, and Creativity, and is designed to be progressive, inclusive, and accessible to all.
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The Rambert Grades syllabus is progressive, inclusive, and recognised by Ofqual (UK’s Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Upon completing each grade, dancers earn internationally recognised certificates, validating their skills and enhancing their professional portfolios—valuable for auditions, performances, and further education.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
The Short Term Contemporary Course provides a fantastic opportunity for you to:
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Develop Contemporary Dance Skills: Learn fundamental contemporary techniques, focusing on fluidity, expression, and dynamic movement, including Floorwork.
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Boost Creativity and Self-Expression: Exposure to the technique of improvisation, which encourages personal discovery and self-expression, helping you develop your unique artistic voice.
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Introduction to Rambert Grades: A significant part of the course will be dedicated to introducing the innovative and globally recognized Rambert Grades syllabus. This syllabus provides a structured and progressive approach to contemporary dance training, fostering technical proficiency and artistic development.
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Strengthen your DSA (Direct School Admission) Dance Portfolio
Students interested in taking the Rambert Contemporary Examination for internationally recognised certification can continue with our regular dACADEMY Contemporary classes after completing this short-term course.
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We hope you will join us in this journey — learning, growing, and having fun together as you discover new ways to express yourself through Contemporary dance.
COURSE SCHEDULE
Certificate of Accomplishment: A Certificate of Accomplishment will be awarded to the student at the end of the programme. Please note that he/she will have to attend a minimum of 9 out of 11 sessions (including the final showcase) in order to receive this certificate.
Final Showcase: The programme is designed to build into a final showcase where parents will be invited to attend the students’ presentation (an augmentation of their learning experience) in an informal setting to celebrate the achievements of the students through this course.
Teachers: Ms. Vera Chiew, Mr. Stanley Cuneta, Ms. Edina Handali, Ms. Anna Heward, Ms. Stacie Leong, Ms. Amanda Tan, Ms. Cindy Wu
We believe this course will be a rewarding and enriching experience for your child. ​
Payment to be made upon receiving invoice via email.
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Deadline for registration: 4th May 2025.
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Attire: Students will be required to wear the dACADEMY shirt (can be purchase from the counter if they do not have one) and a pair of form-fitting pants that cover their knees for all classes. They are to tie up their hair neatly (need not be in a ballet bun).
FAQs
1. Do I have to be a Dancepointe Student to register for this course?
All students are welcomed to register for our Short-term Contemporary Course. Students will be placed in the respective Contemporary Course levels according to his/her RAD ballet grade. For students without RAD Ballet Certification, there may be adjustments to the Contemporary Course Level that the student will be placed in for this programme. For non-Dancepointe ballet students, kindly email enquiries@dacademy.com.sg to register for this programme.
3. How do I earn an internationally-recognised certificate by Rambert Grades?
Students interested in taking the Rambert Contemporary Examination for internationally recognised certification can continue with our regular dACADEMY Contemporary classes after completing this short-term course.
2. I signed up for the Level 1 Short-term Contemporary Course last year. Which level do I sign up for this year?
As the curriculum offered for the Short-term Contemporary Course is different from last year's, it is best to register for the Contemporary Course Level that corresponds to your current RAD Ballet Grade. As your RAD grade signifies a certain level of understanding and physical capability, and the contemporary course builds upon what you've already learned in your RAD Ballet class, being in the advised Course Level will avoid overwhelming you with techniques you may not be ready for. In addition, being in a class with students of a similar technical level allows for a more cohesive and productive learning environment. Therefore, matching the contemporary course level to your RAD Ballet Grade will provide you with the most appropriate and beneficial learning experience in the Short-term Contemporary Course.
