At NLPAC we recommend students learn classical Ballet. A sound Ballet technique provides an easy transition into other forms of dance. Ballet trains the body carefully, developing strength, control, coordination and line.

 We offer beginner classes for 3-4 year olds, and teenage students returning to ballet or starting for the first time, spcialist boys classes as part of our Boys Performance School and graded classes in ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) Imperial Classical Ballet following the ISTD syllabus. Students are given the opportunity to take exams from Pre-Primary up to Advanced 2 Vocational exams.

Students wishing to be entered for exams must attend an extra class in the term of the exam from Grade 1 upwards. Students studying for Vocational Graded examinations: Intermediate-Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced 1 & 2, must attend both weekly syllabus classes. The ISTD Diploma in Dance Education teaching qualification is also offered in Imperial Classical Ballet as well as Tap and Modern Theatre to students 17 years and over.

Successful exam students from Grade 1 who recieve a distinction mark, are offered the opportunity to take part in the prestigious ISTD Imperial Ballet Junior and Senior awards in the Autumn each year.

This style uses travelling steps, kicks, leaps and turns which all need strength and flexibility. This is a highly energetic dance style and loads of fun! This is the perfect dance style for students who are interested in pursuing roles in Musical Theatre productions. 

At NLPAC we have ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) exam classes available. Exam classes follow an acredited syllabus and enable students to work towards a graded examination if they wish. We offer graded classes as well as Vocational Intermediate and ISTD DDE teacher training level.

Exams are held at our studios in the Summer term. To be considered for ISTD Grade 1 to Grade 6 Modern Exams, students may be required to attend extra tuition in the term prior to the exams.

Tap dance is one of the most enjoyable and rhythmic forms of recreational dance. Tap is excellent for developing a sense of rhythm and musicality and children have great fun making different sounds with their feet!

At NLPAC we have ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) exam classes available. Exam classes follow an acredited syllabus and enable students to work towards a graded examination if they wish. We offer graded classes as well as Vocational Intermediate and ISTD DDE teacher training level.

Exams are held at our studios in the Summer term. To be considered for ISTD exams from Grade 1 and above, students may be required to attend extra tuition in the term prior to the exams.

Boys Tap classes form part of our Boys Performance School and can be taken alone or with the other specialised boys classes in Ballet, Street, Singing and Drama. These classes are for boys aged 6-13 and are split into groups by ability.

Tiny Toes Ballet & Tap – This is a perfect class for pre-schoolers to have a wonderful, magical class trying 30 minutes of Ballet & 30 minutes of Tap.

There are many different Contemporary and Creative Dance classes on offer for all ages. This is one of the most popular styles at our centre. If your child wants to dance for fun or gain the strength and technique to go on to further dance study, we have the right class. Our Contemporary classes are perfect for students studying GCSE or A Level Dance.

Students have the opportunity to audition for our Contemporary Youth Company on an annual basis.

Here at NLPAC, we offer high energy, fun and energetic dance styles including Street Dance, Break Dance and Commercial Street. Teachers often work in the West End, in Music Videos and on TV which means they bring current industry knowledge to the classes ensuring the style and choreography is up-to-date.

Jazz Dance is a fast, energetic type of dance using a combination of lots of different dance moves. From isolation to contractions, big leaps and quick turns, it is dynamic and lyrical, as seen in films, musicals and TV.  Jazz is taken as part of our Stage Schools.

ISTD Modern Theatre Dance classes are also offered following a set Syllabus.

Our popular Acro Dance classes follow the Acrobatic Arts program and are based on safe and effective progressions with proven results in five divisions of Acro Dance: Flexibility, Strength, Balancing, Limbering and Tumbling. Developed with input from professionals and experts in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Contortion, Artistic Gymnastics, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Yoga, Pilates, Physiotherapy and more, Acro Dance is the perfect compliment to other dance studies or a standalone skill!

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

We offer fun, constructive drama classes for all ages and abilities, from Reception age to students wishing to prepare for drama school. By taking drama classes students can speak more confidently, improve academic competence, improve self esteem, meet new friends, improve listening skills and explore their imaginations.

Our Drama classes for students in years 6 and above are designed to give students full, pre-vocational acting training. They are specifically tailored for students wishing to go on to further study at full time stage schools or universities as well as those students already on our affiliated agency.

Drama is also offered as part of our Stage Schools where students from Reception age study Dance, Drama and Singing.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

At NLPAC we offer LAMDA Classes in Acting and Musical Theatre. Classes are either on Tuesday or Saturday afternoons, and exams are held at our centre at the end of every term.

Students can work towards graded exams from Entry level up to grade 8 (Gold) from age 7 leading to prestigious, nationally recognised qualifications from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and the higher grades earning the learner UCAS points.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

We offer fun, constructive group singing classes for all ages and abilities, from Reception age and above. 

Singing is also covered in our Stage Schools and Performing Arts Club.

For students who wish to take singing a step further, we also offer private tuition.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

At NLPAC we offer LAMDA Classes in Acting and Musical Theatre. Classes are either on Tuesday or Saturday afternoons, and exams are held at our centre at the end of every term.

Students can work towards graded exams from Entry level up to grade 8 (Gold) from age 7 leading to prestigious, nationally recognised qualifications from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and the higher grades earning the learner UCAS points.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

Our Stage Schools offer students a chance to learn dance, drama and singing in a 2 hour session. Classes consist of 40 minutes each of dance, singing and drama, following a different Musical Theatre theme each term. Each term students work towards a performance for family and friends at the end of term.

Each subject is taught by teachers who are specialists in their field and West End performers.

Stage Schools are divided by school year:

LITTLE UN’S – Reception – Year 2

INTERS – Year 3-5

INTERS PLUS – Year 6-8

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

These classes are specifically designed for little performers from Reception to year 2. Students will be taught singing, dancing and drama skills through play and exploration in a safe, nurturing environment. Children will develop confidence, coordination, social and language skills. This is the perfect introduction to the performing arts before moving on to our full Stage School sessions.

Classes are taught by experienced early years performing arts teachers.

Our Saturday Performance School caters for students from school year 6 and above and offers a more varied range of classes in Dance and Drama to give students pre-vocational performing arts training.

Each subject is taught by teachers who are specialists in their field and West End performers.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2018/19.

*Audition prep classes are private classes which should be booked through NLPAC reception.

These classes are specifically designed for boys from school year 2 and above in order to nurture and encourage their performance skills in a confidence building environment. Students are split into group A or B according to ability.

Below is the timetable of classes for 2017/18.