I joined the Elite Academy of Dance at the age of 16, and continued to dance there until I turned 19 and left for university. The school offers a wide range of styles from hip hop to ballet, suitable for all ages and ensures that children with down syndrome have the opportunity to learn to dance: all at fantastic prices that allow children from all financial backgrounds to attend - remarkable for a school of its size. Even then, for families with more than one child or for children wanting to study all the classes available there are discounts on classes available, which I particulalry found very helpful as I chose to study all the styles and had to find a way to pay for it by myself whilst at school, something I would have been catagorically unable to do if I attended any other school in the area. Whilst Elite may not have a studio or mirrors, these asthetics are unimportant. The school has everything required and more to deliver a high quality dance class, special mention to the amazing surround sound music system! The school has a "family atmosphere" I very much enjoyed. The relaxed way classes were conducted allowed me to have fun and make friends during the lessons but still improve technique and performance. It also important to mention that pupils were always challenged but not in a pushy way. I personally have to thank Kelly (the principle, a hardworking, dedicated and above all talented teacher) for not only giving me the training and performance opportunites that allowed me to achieve a place at the Urdang Academy of dance in London but making my dancing nights the fun nights of the week! Unfortunately due to finances I wasn't able to take up my place at Urdang to study for a performance career so I am currently at University. I will continue to support the Elite Academy of Dance well into the future as the place is truly amazing and I just wished I had found it when I was younger.

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