Business Details
Premier ISTD Dance School in Cheltenham
Collins Corraine has been dedicated to nurturing young talent and fostering a passion for dance since its establishment. Our school offers comprehensive training in ballet, tap, modern, jazz, and singing, delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive industry experience. With three purpose-built studios, a dedicated dancewear shop, and a curriculum designed to balance technical excellence with creative expression, we provide students aged 2.5 years and above with the tools to excel.Our ISTD-accredited programs emphasize discipline, performance skills, and personal growth, evidenced by the success of alumni in professional dance careers. We prioritize accessibility through flexible payment options and a free trial class, ensuring families can engage with our community seamlessly. Testimonials from former students highlight the transformative impact of our training, both artistically and personally.
Services
Classical Ballet
Tap Dance
Modern Dance
Jazz Dance
Singing Lessons
Dance Examinations
Dancewear Shop
Highlights and features
- We offer ISTD-accredited dance tuition with expert instructors
- Our three purpose-built studios include full performance facilities
- Students benefit from tailored progression pathways and exam opportunities
- Flexible payment options available after free trial classes
- Proven track record of alumni success in professional dance careers
Associations and certifications
- ISTD
What people say
Highly skilled instructors
Lifelong friendships
Professional dance careers
Transformative training
Excellent performance opportunities
Services
Classical Ballet
Structured ISTD-accredited ballet classes for ages 2.5+. Focus on technique, posture, and performance skills through imaginative storytelling. Develops coordination, discipline, and artistic expression in a supportive environment.
Tap Dance
Dynamic tap dance instruction emphasizing musicality and rhythm. Students learn diverse step styles while improving agility and creative expression. Classes combine technical drills with performance-based learning in a fun atmosphere.
Modern Dance
ISTD-certified modern dance tuition fostering creative freedom and technical proficiency. Classes develop spatial awareness, fluid movement transitions, and expressive performance qualities through progressive choreography.
Dance Examinations
Professional ISTD examination coaching for ballet, tap, and modern dance. Tailored preparation includes technical drills, choreography practice, and performance readiness. Exams offered from age five to measure progress and achievement.
Dancewear Shop
On-site dancewear store providing official uniforms, footwear, and training equipment. Offers expert fitting advice and maintains stock of all required items for CCDS students, ensuring compliance with dress codes.
People
Corraine Collins
Principal
Fellow of the Royal Academy of Dancing and ISTD examiner since age 25. Oversees curriculum development and maintains teaching standards across all dance disciplines at the school.
Kat Werrel
Dance Instructor
Trained at The Centre Performing Arts College. Brings professional performance experience to her teaching approach, focusing on technical precision and stage presence.
Andrea Ashton
Faculty Head
ISTD Fellow in Modern and Tap Dance with Associate Diploma in Ballet. Specializes in developing comprehensive training programs that balance technical mastery with creative expression.
Tiki Howard
Performance Coach
Former professional dancer with P+O Cruises. Applies industry experience to prepare students for performance environments through practical training and career guidance.
Tom Goodall
Choreography Director
Laine Theatre Arts scholarship graduate with professional West End experience. Specializes in creating performance opportunities that challenge students while developing stagecraft skills.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We offer ISTD-accredited training in classical ballet, tap, modern dance, jazz, and singing for children aged 2.5 years and above.
Are examinations mandatory?
Exams are optional but encouraged. They provide measurable progress markers and reward students' dedication through formal assessment.
What payment options are available?
After free trial classes, payments can be made via online transfers, direct debit, GoCardless, cash, or cheque. Credit card payments are not accepted.
Do you have performance opportunities?
Yes, we organize annual showcases, choreographic events, and community performances to develop students' stage experience and confidence.
What facilities do you offer?
Three dance studios with mirrors and barres, changing rooms, a dancewear shop, music room, and office suite in our Cheltenham complex.
How do I register my child?
Complete a registration form after the free trial session. Fees become payable once registered, with multiple payment options available.
Reviews (2)
Giles Hemmings
Dec 01, 2020
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Highly recommended. We are so pleased we had Corraine's school recommended to us. Our daughter has come on in leaps and bounds since starting here. Such professional attitudes with a fun aspect. Our daughter has never been so happy.
Caroline Parker
May 07, 2018
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CCDS is one big happy family. My daughter has not only enjoyed many wonderful opportunities, but has developed enormously as a dancer and performer. The extra bonus are the amazing friends we have both made along the way. Thank you CCDS.
