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Place Categories: Ballroom, Freestyle, Latin and Musical Theatre
JSD Dance & Musical Theatre, originally known as Joy’s School of Dancing, was established in 1975. We have always been based locally and run classes in both Upminster and Rainham. We pride ourselves on our reputation of providing a friendly, fun and welcoming environment, together with the passion and dedication from our team of staff. It is always a pleasure when we see our pupils grow in confidence and self-esteem, make new friends, and they grow up with us until university or employment sadly takes them away!
We offer classes in Commercial, Freestyle, Latin, Ballroom, and Musical Theatre. Our pupils have the opportunity to take International Dance Teacher Association (IDTA) examinations and take part in yearly shows.
We are members of the IDTA, all our teachers have valid up-to-date CRB checks and are first aid trained, and we hold full public liability for both staff and children.
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- Julie McAuleyPrincipal JSD Upminster
Now the principal of Upminster, Julie joined Joy's School of Dancing as a tot when the dance school first opened its doors. She took part in regular dance competitions and passed all her Freestyle, Latin and Ballroom examinations. As a teenager, Julie started helping out on classes and then went on to pass all her IDTA teachers examinations and become the lead teacher for the Upminster classes, she has remained with the school ever since. When the original founder retired, Julie took over the Upminster school.
Julie McAuley, and the former Rainham principal, led the school in new directions and together choreographed two shows for 'Voices for a Better World' which were performed at the O2 Arena. She has also worked with many Havering schools and has led numerous dance events for the School Sports Partnership.
Gemma WalczykPrincipal JSD RainhamNow the principal of Rainham, Gemma also joined Joy's as a tot and passed all her IDTA Freestyle Awards as well as many Latin examinations. At the age of 17 she became a teacher with the school and went on to gain a BA (Hons) Performing Arts (specialising in dance) through the University of East London. Gemma has performed dancing and singing at various local theatres and hotels and at Bergerac, France.
In 2007, Gemma led the introduction of Musical Theatre to the school and, when the former Rainham principal retired, Gemma took up the opportunity to become principal.
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Corbets Tey RoadJSD Dance & Musical Theatre, originally known as Joy’s School of Dancing, was established in 1975. We have always been based locally and run classes in both Upminster and Rainham. We pride ourselves on our reputation of providing a friendly, fun and welcoming environment, together with the passion and dedication from our team of staff. It is always a pleasure Read more…
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Brenda Blakemore Community Centre, Davies CloseJSD Dance & Musical Theatre, originally known as Joy’s School of Dancing, was established in 1975. We have always been based locally and run classes in both Upminster and Rainham. We pride ourselves on our reputation of providing a friendly, fun and welcoming environment, together with the passion and dedication from our team of staff. It is always a pleasure Read more…
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