WestSide Performing Arts

This Ballet Intensive Summer Program is suitable for ages 12+ years! with https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/our-team/jack-furlong/

This week’s intensive will be based around the Vaganova method of classical ballet; which is one of the most renowned ballet techniques in the world. It’s renowned for many reasons: the logical nature and progression of movements, the focus on port de bras and its relation to the rest of the body, and the strong, clean lines mixed with delicate, graceful expressiveness. The Vaganova method is valued because it produces strong dancers who have a thorough understanding of technique and the foundations of each movement.

During this week, students will work on intensive barre practice, and will have the chance and time to work on and learn more intensive grand adagios, grand pirouettes, and extensive centre work and jumps. Vaganova created the barre system that ballet dancers across the world now use, wherein each step builds upon the next—the legs progressively extend further in the air away from the body, and the upper body progressively bends further in all directions. This regimen has resulted in the muscles warming up gradually, avoiding injuries.

Great emphasis will be placed on involving the whole body in each movement, from the legs and feet to the torso, arms, shoulders, and head placement, and the coordination that each of these elements have with executing ballet steps correctly. This is done to create sophisticated dancers with unique elegance, cleanliness, and strength.

Furthermore, students will be given ample instruction and chance to use these classes as an artistic pursuit, with added work in pointe work, men’s technique, and partnering where applicable. 

20% DISCOUNT CODE available to those who attend other classes at Westside which must include https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/pre-professional-dance-program/, https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/junior-stage-school-6-12yrs/, or https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/performing-arts-school-12yrs/

This Ballet Intensive Summer Program is suitable for ages 7-11 years! with https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/our-team/jack-furlong/

This week’s intensive will be based around the Vaganova method of classical ballet; which is one of the most renowned ballet techniques in the world. It’s renowned for many reasons: the logical nature and progression of movements, the focus on port de bras and its relation to the rest of the body, and the strong, clean lines mixed with delicate, graceful expressiveness. The Vaganova method is valued because it produces strong dancers who have a thorough understanding of technique and the foundations of each movement.

During this week, students will work on intensive barre practice, and will have the chance and time to work on and learn more intensive grand adagios, grand pirouettes, and extensive centre work and jumps. Vaganova created the barre system that ballet dancers across the world now use, wherein each step builds upon the next—the legs progressively extend further in the air away from the body, and the upper body progressively bends further in all directions. This regimen has resulted in the muscles warming up gradually, avoiding injuries.

Great emphasis will be placed on involving the whole body in each movement, from the legs and feet to the torso, arms, shoulders, and head placement, and the coordination that each of these elements have with executing ballet steps correctly. This is done to create sophisticated dancers with unique elegance, cleanliness, and strength.

Furthermore, students will be given ample instruction and chance to use these classes as an artistic pursuit, with added work in pointe work, men’s technique, and partnering where applicable. 

20% DISCOUNT CODE available to those who attend other classes at Westside which must include https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/pre-professional-dance-program/, https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/junior-stage-school-6-12yrs/, or https://www.westsideperformingarts.ie/performing-arts-school-12yrs/ 

This Musical Theatre Summer Program is suitable for anyone age 5-11 years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Ever dreamt of performing on a Broadway or WestEnd stage? Take that step this summer. WestSide’s renowned Summer Programs offers all aspiring performers for all levels from Beginners to Advanced, we host Singing, Acting and Dance training with top industry professionals. Jam packed with inspiring, fun and educational Musical Theatre Repertoire to broaden your skill set and advance your training throughout the summer. 

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.

This Musical Theatre Summer Program is suitable for anyone age 12+ years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Ever dreamt of performing on a Broadway or WestEnd stage? Take that step this summer. WestSide’s renowned Summer Programs offers all aspiring performers for all levels from Beginners to Advanced, we host Singing, Acting and Dance training with top industry professionals. Jam packed with inspiring, fun and educational Musical Theatre Repertoire to broaden your skill set and advance your training throughout the summer. 

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.

This Contemporary & Commercial Dance Summer Program is suitable for anyone age 5-11 years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Are you an aspiring contemporary or commercial dancer? Do you want to push yourself this summer? Then we’ve got you sorted. Broaden your Contemporary dance vocabulary and understanding of the fundamental techniques. It’s time to master phrasing, floor work, quality of movement and improvisational skills, take the next step with WestSide. Alongside the Contemporary genres of dance we will step into the Commercial scene improving individual artistry and stylisation while working up a sweat to the latest chart music. Get ready to Werk.  Tap into your child’s talent and build their confidence in a CDMT Recognised School.

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.

This Contemporary & Commercial Dance Summer Program is suitable for anyone age 12+ years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Are you an aspiring contemporary or commercial dancer? Do you want to push yourself this summer? Then we’ve got you sorted. Broaden your Contemporary dance vocabulary and understanding of the fundamental techniques. It’s time to master phrasing, floor work, quality of movement and improvisational skills, take the next step with WestSide. Alongside the Contemporary genres of dance we will step into the Commercial scene improving individual artistry and stylisation while working up a sweat to the latest chart music. Get ready to Werk.  Tap into your child’s talent and build their confidence in a CDMT Recognised School.

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.

This Themed Week Summer Program is suitable for anyone age 5-11 years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Do you have a budding performer? Do you want them to explore their talents while having fun and learning? Themed Week is sure do to be inspiring and educational, campers will not only learn the soundtrack classics from the musical/movie but will also learn dance combinations along with learning the storyline and themes. A week of exploring, learning, making memories and friends in a safe and encouraging environment. Support your child by supporting what will no doubt could be a life long passion or hobby!

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.

This Pre-Season Training Summer Program is suitable for age 8+ years!

A deposit of €30 is required to secure your booking.

Are you serious about Dance? We have cultivated the most beneficial, informative and invaluable week you do not want to miss!

PRESEASON TRAINING THIS SUMMER AT WESTSIDE.This jam packed week will covering

-Safe Strength and flexibility

-Kicks, leaps and turns Progressions

-Audition technique workshops

-Masterclasses in Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet, Commercial, Lyrical, Latin, Hip Hip

-Goal and Intention Setting

-Nutrition for the Performer

-Mind your mind - introduction to Mindfulness

-Mind your Body - introduction to healthy habits

Do you want to start this next year off with your best foot forward? Invest in yourself and let us help you! 

A deposit of €30 is required with this booking to secure your place and the remaining balance will be invoiced a week prior to the commencement of our Summer Program.