Question 1

When are classes?

Accepted Answer

Class Timetable:

Saturdays
Twinkletoes (Preschool, age 2+): 9:00 - 10:00
Mini Rockers (P1-P3): 10:00 - 11:00
Junior Jammers (P4-P7): 11:00 - 12:00
Southside Squad (Competition Team) - 12:00-13:00

Tuesdays
Dancing Divas (S1-S6): 18:15 - 19:15
Adults commercial class (16+): 19:15 - 20:15

Classes run during term time.

Question 2

Where are classes?

Accepted Answer

All classes take place in Netherlee and Stamperland Parish Church Hall, 30, Ormonde Ave, Glasgow G44 3SL. Note this is located up the hill across from the Derby Cafe. Enter through the church hall entrance and follow the stairs on the right to the upper hall.

Question 3

What ages can join?

Accepted Answer

Age groups:

Twinkletoes (Preschool, age 2+)
Mini Rockers (P1-P3)
Junior Jammers (P4-P7)
Dancing Divas (S1-S6)
Adult's Commercial (16+)
Southside Squad (Competition Team) (P3+)

Note that age groups are discretionary and children may be moved classes where appropriate.

Question 4

Do you need to have any previous dance experience to attend a class?

Accepted Answer

No experience is necessary at all. Both children and adult classes are general level and are catered for all abilities. Variations of steps are used to modify exercises to breakdown the steps further for beginners or to challenge more advanced dancers.

However, for competition, we expect all dancers to have danced for at least one term before entering.

Question 5

How do you sign up?

Accepted Answer

Register your child via the link: https://forms.gle/h18a2Vj1ggMRxZd28

No need to register for adult's commercial - simply show up Tuesdays 19:15-20:15.

Question 6

Can you join the class at any time?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, for our child classes there is a deadline to sign up as we have shows to prepare for. 
However for adult classes, you can join at any time of the year.

Question 7

What styles do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Child Classes

All children will learn tap, jazz, commercial, hip-hop and pom. Note Twinkletoes will primarily learn tap, hip-hop and pom.

There are additional classes for competition cheer dance.

Adult Class

Adults classes will be commercial. However, influences will be taken from hip-hop and jazz too.

Question 8

What is the structure to classes?

Accepted Answer

Children's Classes
All children's classes begin with a warm up and across the floor exercises. Choreography will then be taught which focuses on show work for our Christmas Presentation and Summer Show. Younger dancers will also play fun games to learn the foundations of dance.

Adult Class
Adult classes will begin with a warm up followed by a fun and upbeat commercial combination with variations available to cater for all skill levels.

Question 9

Do classes work towards examinations?

Accepted Answer

Classes are focussed to tailor to the dancers' needs and encourage them to become well rounded performers without the added pressure of exams. Dancers will be in a creative and encouraging environment to enable them to become the best dancers they can be whilst also having fun without being restricted to a syllabus.

Question 10

Can you still participate with an injury/illness?

Accepted Answer

If dancers have any health issues/ongoing injuries, we advise that you consult your GP before starting our dance classes. You will be required to disclose any medical information when signing up.

Question 11

What should you wear to class?

Accepted Answer

Children's Classes:
Twinkletoes: black leotard*, blue tutu, Southside Dance Academy t-shirt, hair up in blue bow (optional).
Mini Rockers: black leotard*, black shorts*/skirt*, Southside Dance Academy t-shirt, hair up in blue bow.
Junior Jammers and Dancing Divas: Southside Dance Academy t-shirt, black shorts/leggings/joggers (no branding please), hair up in a blue bow.
All boys: Southside Dance Academy t-shirt, black shorts/joggers (no branding please).
Shoes: trainers, black tap shoes*, black jazz shoes*

All items indicated by * can be purchased from Swanson Sports on Clarkston Road.

Optional merch: Southside Dance Academy hoodie, Southside Dance Academy baseball jacket

T-shirts, hoodies, baseball Jackets, tutus and blue bows can be ordered via our uniform order form which will be distributed at the start of term

Adult's Commercial:
Feel free to wear anything you can comfortably dance in. We recommend a t-shirt, joggers/leggings and trainers.

Question 12

How much do classes cost?

Accepted Answer

Child Classes:
Each class equates to £7. Classes will be paid for monthly at the first class of each month. Eg if month contains 4 weeks then monthly fee = £28, if month contains 5 weeks then monthly fee = £35. Please note siblings discount available (oldest sibling full price, younger siblings approx 20% off). Monthly fees amounts will be sent in an email at the end of each month.

Adult Classes:
All classes are to be paid weekly at £7 per class. Money should be paid in cash at the beginning of every class. Please bring exact change where possible and arrive promptly to sign in.

Question 13

Can parents/guardians be present during the class?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no adults are allowed to stay in the dance room during class. We feel it is best to encourage children to interact and connect with their peers without their parents/guardians present. There is a waiting area outside which parents/guardians are welcome to sit. We recommend that you bring your children 10 minutes before class to get them used to the environment and to give them a chance to meet their new fellow dancers. However, friends and family are invited to see dancers perform at our showcase.

Question 14

Is there a show?

Accepted Answer

All of our dancers are offered an opportunity to perform at our Christmas Presentation and Summer Show.  This is a great way to see how our dancers have progressed and allows them to show off their hard work that they've put in all year. It is not compulsory to take part however it is strongly encouraged.

Question 15

Do you do competitions?

Accepted Answer

Dancers have the option to compete at Cheer Dance UK (typically in October). Dancers can participate in solos/duets/group sections. These classes will be optional and open to those who wish to take their dancing to the next level and compete. Please note this is in addition to our recreational classes.

Question 16

Will there be any special events?

Accepted Answer

We have plenty of exciting events planned. Follow our socials to keep up to date.

Key events include Comps, Christmas Lights Switch On Performances, Christmas Presentation, Raffle, Awards Ceremony, Can You Dance UK convention, Summer Show.

Question 17

How is information relayed to parents/guardians and dancers?

Accepted Answer

Parents/guardians/dancers will receive emails to keep up to date with the academy. Hence, please check emails regularly (also check your junk folder). We will also post on our Facebook and Instagram so make sure you are following us.

FAQs