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Dance training is supported by separate Pointe and Progressing Ballet Technique Classes as well as exam coaching, audition preparation and workshops.

Alta Academy of Dance provides the highest quality of Classical Ballet training for all ages from early years through to advanced levels in a safe, inclusive and enjoyable environment with an emphasis on developing good technique from the start. Alta Academy of Dance classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance Children’s Examination Syllabus from Pre-Primary through to Grade 8 as well the Vocational route from Intermediate Foundation through to Advanced 2 and Solo Seal. We are confident that students will not only develop technique, self-discipline and co-ordination but also confidence, grace, artistry and performance skills.

05/10/2026

🎃OCTOBER HALF TERM FUN🎃

Our popular holiday workshops are back!

Join us in October half term on Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 October for some pre Halloween fun with dance and crafts.

Children will explore the story of Giselle and get creative with Halloween crafts! Each workshop is unique so you can book more than one.

Places are limited so book today to reserve your space.

Use the “Book Now” link on the above image or email [email protected].

Suitable for children from Age 4 to 10.

All workshops will be at one of our main dance venues: Church of the Good Shepherd Hall, 272 D**e Road, BN1 5AE.

We look forward to seeing you then 😊

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21/09/2026

📣BEST PERFORMER 15-18 YEARS📣

CONGRATULATIONS to Ella on receiving the adjudicators award for best performer 15-18 as one of the youngest dancers at the Southern Dance Class Awards in Brighton yesterday. 🏆

Ella’s other awards:

🥇 Jazz
🥈 Lyrical
🥉 Commercial

What a fabulous start to the term! We’re so proud! 🌟

Southern Dance Class Awards

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17/09/2026

Huge Congratulations to our students who all achieved distinctions in their recent vocational exams 🏅

With extra coaching over the summer we’re so pleased they were able to take their exams at the end of August at RAD HQ.

Certificates have arrived! Can’t wait to present them. We’re very proud of you all. 💫

Royal Academy of Dance

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11/09/2026

📣STUDENT SUCCESS📣

What an amazing way to finish the summer with a Distinction awarded for RAD Advanced 2 and also qualifying for the RAD’s flagship Fonteyn competition for next year!

Huge congratulations to Zak on this very well deserved achievement. You worked so hard throughout the year with unwavering determination, combining your dance training with A levels, auditions, a final school show and more. You’re living proof of what can be achieved if you set your mind to it.

Special thanks go to our faculty of teachers in coaching Zak for his Advanced 2 exam.

So incredibly proud of you and very excited to follow your future journey at Rambert School.

Royal Academy of Dance
Zak Smith

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08/09/2026

UK YOUNG DANCER FINALS 2026

Huge congratulations to Zak in the Classical Ballet Finals and Tommy in the Theatre Finals 17-19 for your wonderful performances on Sunday in the Clore Studio at the Royal Opera House.

And well done to Tommy for receiving an award for a short course at Laine Theatre Arts.

Thank you UK Young Dancer (UKYD) and All England Dance (AED) for providing these young dancers with such an amazing opportunity to perform to a panel of esteemed judges at the finals and to be coached by industry professionals throughout the process of the competition.

It was such an honour to watch you both as you now embark on the next stage of your journey at Rambert School.

We’re beyond proud and can’t wait to see what the future holds.

Zak Smith

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06/09/2026

JUST WOW!

Congratulations to all involved in National Youth Ballet “Echoes of Tomorrow” production - it was truly incredible and totally captivating. 🙌🏻

A special mention to brother and sister duo - Zak and Ella for their stunning performances last night.🌟🌟

Even more special with Zak being a joint winner of the Jill Tookey cup for performer of the 2026 season (2nd picture). 🏆

Zak’s own choreography was simply stunning and really proud of Ella’s piece on pointe 🩰😊

SO SO PROUD 🥰

Zak Smith

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04/09/2026

ALICE IN WONDERLAND SHOW PHOTOS: ACT 2

More stunning photos from our show last term. ❤️

We had such a great time - would love to do it all over again. Scarlett’s photos have captured the moments so perfectly. 💕

Would your child like to be part of our next show! There’s still time to join our autumn term classes and be part of the fun at Alta. Choose from ballet, modern, tap, contemporary, jazz / musical theatre.

Email [email protected] or register for a trial using the link in our bio.

📷 Scarlett Cook | Photographer

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02/09/2026

ALICE IN WONDERLAND SHOW PHOTOS: ACT 1

A huge thank you to Scarlett Cook Photography for all the fantastic photos from our dance show at the end of last term. 💕

Here is a selection of photos from Act 1 to enjoy - there were too many to choose from so we’ll share Act 2 photos in a separate post! ☺️

Don’t forget to get your orders in - all details has been emailed.

If you would like your child to perform in our next school show, now’s the time to join.

We offer a variety of dance classes in venues across Brighton and Hove and our autumn term starts next week. Register for a trial using the link in our bio or email [email protected] for more information.

📷 Scarlett Cook | Photographer

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27/08/2026

Congratulations to Bertie on taking her Advanced Foundation exam at RAD HQ earlier this week. 💫

We are so proud of you - your commitment, effort and application. 😊🌟

Bertie was keen to take this exam before heading to University next month. Exciting times ahead for her as she embarks on her sports science course at Oxford Brookes. 🙌🏻

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Address

188 York Road
London
SW11 3JZ

Telephone

07876492899

Website

http://www.altadance.co.uk/

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