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Creative contemporary training
Rambert Grades
Freedom, expression and confidence through movement.
Rambert Grades gives dancers a structured but creative approach to contemporary dance, helping them explore musicality, individuality, dynamics and expressive movement alongside strong technical foundations.
Freedom, expression and confidence through movement.
About this class
Rambert Grades at Ballet Academy Cymru
Contemporary dance with a clear pathway
Rambert Grades provides a modern and inspiring way for dancers to experience contemporary dance. At Ballet Academy Cymru, these classes help students explore movement that is expressive, physical and imaginative while still giving them structure and direction. Dancers learn to use the whole body, move with different qualities and understand how contemporary dance can communicate feeling, story and atmosphere. The training complements ballet beautifully, giving students greater versatility and freedom.
Encouraging individuality
One of the most exciting parts of contemporary dance is the opportunity for dancers to discover their own voice. Students are encouraged to explore shape, space, breath, weight and dynamics while developing confidence in how they move. Rather than simply copying steps, they learn to connect movement with intention. This is especially valuable for young dancers who want to grow as performers, not just technicians.
Technique, creativity and performance
Classes include technical exercises, phrase work, musical response, creative tasks and performance preparation. Students develop strength, flexibility, coordination, rhythm and expressive clarity. They also gain experience in remembering sequences, working with others and presenting movement with purpose. The atmosphere is supportive, focused and enjoyable, allowing dancers to take creative risks while feeling safe and encouraged.
A valuable addition to ballet training
For ballet students, Rambert Grades can add depth and versatility to their training. Contemporary work helps dancers become more adaptable, expressive and confident when approaching different styles. It also supports physical awareness, use of the spine, grounded movement and a wider performance vocabulary. Whether your child is interested in exams, performances, competitions or simply wants to enjoy a more creative dance class, Rambert Grades is an excellent choice.
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Nicola supported my daughter beautifully as she moved syllabus and progressed towards higher level work. The teaching is caring, ambitious and highly professional.
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