Performing Group Judged Classes

Our Performing Group Judged Classes are specialised dance lessons conducted by luminaries in the dance fraternity. The conduct of these sessions exposes the students to intimate interactions with our esteemed guest instructors, many of whom are Dance Competition judges themselves. Therefore, the learning outcomes of these classes are multifold in that they serve as the best form of 'full dress rehearsal' before taking to the stage in the Competition arena. The personal feedback and pointers for improvements are also priceless in that they come straight from our esteemed instructors themselves who have vast experiences in Dance Competitions. Keen to learn more, read on to find out!

Successful DSA-SEC Admissions In 2023 ~ Ms Jiang Xin Yan

To many parents, dance and academic tuition are mutually exclusive. Through the years, we have encountered first-hand how dance is jettisoned in favour of extra tuition classes when a student's academic performance needs improvements. However, with the Ministry of Education (MOE) pushing for a broad-based multifaceted learning, Direct School Admissions (DSA-SEC) into a child's preferred Secondary School has become a viable option in the perfect marriage of pursing dance while striving for academic progress at the same time. Check out our article to learn first-hand from our students with regards to their successful DSA-SEC journey in 2022.

Successful DSA-SEC Admissions In 2023 ~ Ms Gillian Sim

To many parents, dance and academic tuition are mutually exclusive. Through the years, we have encountered first-hand how dance is jettisoned in favour of extra tuition classes when a student's academic performance needs improvements. However, with the Ministry of Education (MOE) pushing for a broad-based multifaceted learning, Direct School Admissions (DSA-SEC) into a child's preferred Secondary School has become a viable option in the perfect marriage of pursing dance while striving for academic progress at the same time. Check out our article to learn first-hand from our students with regards to their successful DSA-SEC journey in 2022.

Successful DSA-SEC Admissions In 2023 ~ Ms Sophie Ng

To many parents, dance and academic tuition are mutually exclusive. Through the years, we have encountered first-hand how dance is jettisoned in favour of extra tuition classes when a student's academic performance needs improvements. However, with the Ministry of Education (MOE) pushing for a broad-based multifaceted learning, Direct School Admissions (DSA-SEC) into a child's preferred Secondary School has become a viable option in the perfect marriage of pursing dance while striving for academic progress at the same time. Check out our article to learn first-hand from our students with regards to their successful DSA-SEC journey in 2022.

Performing Group Dance Technique Classes

The first question that springs to every student's and parent's mind is "what exactly are dance technique classes"? The follow-up question would typically be "how are they different to what my child is attending here every week"? As the name implies, Dance Technique classes focuses extensively on skills, artistry and execution that goes over and above what is covered in the regular dance classes. An advanced form of dance training, it is meant to provide our all interested students complementary training that would enable them to do better in their dance exams, performances and competitions. Please read on in this article as we share more about our Dance Technique Classes.

Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing (CSTD) Jazz Examination

At StepUp, our Jazz Curriculum is taught in accordance to the Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing (CSTD) requirements, which is an established dance organisation that is very popular in the Asia Pacific region. Founded in 1933, the CSTD Curriculum focuses on the 4 'E's' of Expression, Education, Encouragement and Enjoyment. A challenging Jazz syllabus awaits every student in every grade from a pre-schooler to a young adult, working towards a Teaching Certificate and Diploma. Read on to find out more about the CSTD Jazz Exam, the motivation for participating in this Exam and how we support our students in their preparation for this Exam!