Dancetec is a friendly, fun, and family-run dance school located in Leeds. With over 21 years of experience, they have been teaching children of all ages a wide variety of dance styles, from ballet, jazz, and tap to street dance. The school believes in giving children the ability to express themselves through movement in a safe and spacious environment, all while maintaining a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Dancetec's classes take place at Cross Gates Methodist Church Hall, which offers a very spacious room for students to freely express themselves while ensuring their safety. The school is passionate about encouraging children to build a love for dancing, whether they have prior experience or are complete beginners looking for a fun extracurricular activity.
What sets Dancetec apart is their focus on children's theatre dance. They specialise in this discipline and aim to feed children's passion for performing in a safe and enjoyable environment. The school is a proud member of the International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA), further demonstrating their commitment to maintaining high teaching standards.
Dancetec welcomes children of all ages, starting from 3 years old. Their classes cover a huge variety of dance styles and disciplines, including modern, tap, and theatre dance. The school's enthusiastic and friendly team is dedicated to providing children with the opportunity to express themselves and learn a wide range of dance styles.
Established in 1997, Dancetec's mission has always been to allow children to learn about dance in a safe and fun environment while also imparting a firm understanding of set techniques across different disciplines. One notable achievement of the school is their 100% pass rate in external examinations for their students. They also actively participate in opportunities to showcase their students' acting skills through charity shows, raising funds for local and national charities such as Mencap, The Pin Project, St Gemma's Hospice, Brake, and St James's Children's Unit.
Leading the team is Tricia Robinson, the principal dance teacher at Dancetec. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Tricia is a life member of the International Dance Teacher's Association and holds Fellowships in both ballet and tap. Tricia is also an experienced festival adjudicator, overseeing regional heats of Miss Dance of Great Britain and Dance Master of Great Britain. In her spare time, Tricia enjoys running, hiking in the mountains, sewing, and reading to relax.
She is also passionate about healthy living and earned her Naturopathic Nutritional Diploma in 2010.
Alyx Robinson, an assistant teacher at Dancetec, is equally passionate about dance. Qualifying as a dance teacher in 2010, Alyx continues to further her studies to ensure she provides the best possible education to her students. She holds an IDTA Associate in ballet and a Licentiate in tap.
If you're looking for a dance school in Leeds that offers a wide range of dance styles, a safe and fun environment, and experienced teachers, Dancetec is the place to be. Get in touch today to give your child the opportunity to express themselves and learn the joy of dance.