Place Categories: Ballet, Contemporary Modern Jazz, Dance Exercise, Gymnastic Dance, Modern Jazz, Musical Theatre, Tap and Theatre Craft
Based in its own studios in Wombwell, Barnsley Rachel’s Academy of Dance offers training for all ages and abilities in major subjects of Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Gymnastics, Theatre Craft, Street Dance and Musical Theatre. The fully qualified friendly staff are all highly experienced teachers but also highly experienced in the Dance industry, ranging from Cruise Ships to Theatre Productions.
Rachel’s Academy of Dance host annual Showcases, Examinations and competes in various dance festivals throughout the year. However we understand that these aren’t always for everyone so do also offer simply fun classes that are suitable for everyone.
Starting from the age of just 18 months our Twinkle Toes class is a great way for parents and children to take that first leap into the dance world, to then further their dance education from the age of 3 in general classes.
For more information please contact Rachel or visit our Facebook Page. We look forward to welcoming you through our doors soon.
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- Rachel WhithamPrincipal
Principal Rachel began her dancing journey at the age of 9.Whilst she loved performing, Rachel developed a passion for choreography, teaching and perfecting routines. Rachel realised that opening Rachel’s Academy of Dance was a natural progression for her and after one year she curtailed her Dance College experience to pursue this route, opening the school at Worsbrough Community Centre, aged seventeen in 1994. In November 2013, the biggest step and challenge was undertaken – with the move to the purpose-built studios in Wombwell, Barnsley. In December 2019, Rachel celebrated 25 years of teaching and is over the moon that she is still passing on her knowledge of Dance onto her students today, and watching them grow into wonderful dancers, and seeing students achieving professional jobs in the industry. Rachel cannot wait to welcome you through the doors of Rachel’s Academy of Dance.
Rachel CooperTeacherRachel began her dancing career here at Rachel's Academy of Dance when she was 5 years old. During her time here she has gained many achievements, consisting of winning various dance competitions, gaining high marks in annual dance exams and she also gained a place in the Semi Finals of Miss Dance of Great Britain, the final 12 out of the whole country. She was absolutely over the moon that she had achieved this.
She then went on to train at Phil Winton's Theatre Works in Blackpool at the age of 16. Rachel continued to achieve big whilst training here, she was nominated for the IDTA scholarships numerous time where she gained commendations for her work show. Rachel also performed at many events whilst at Theatre works, including the Carl Allen Awards, London Seminars and various Theatre Works Productions. During her Time here she gained her IDTA Teachers qualification and began Teaching at Rachel's Academy of Dance.
Once graduating Rachel had the privilege of working with P&O cruises for 7 years on various ships and has taken on the roles of Dancer, Show Company Manager and Aerialist. With over 10 years of teaching experience Rachel is delighted that she can now share all her knowledge of dance and the dancing industry with the pupils here at Rachel's Academy of DanceRebecca JonesTeacherRebecca's dancing career began at the age of 4 where she joined Rachel’s Academy Of Dance. Whilst dancing here at Rachel's Academy of Dance, she also trained at Northern Ballet School in Leeds, where Rebecca performed in The Nutcracker Ballet at Sheffield Lyceum.
With Miss Rachel’s great help and advice Rebecca then went on to train at Phil Winston’s TheatreWorks in 2015 for 3 years. She graduated college in 2018 and gained her first professional job onboard P&O Azura. She then went on to do another contract on P&O Ventura.
During her time at Phil Winston's Theatre Work, Rebecca gained her IDTA teachers qualification. She now teachers here at Rachel's Academy of Dance and loves to share her knowledge with all students and watch everyone in the dance school grow like she did. No listings were found matching your selection. Something missing? Why not add a listing?.
