Acro / Gymnastics
4 years upwards
Artistic gymnastics discipline blended with the musicality of dance — strength, flexibility and acrobatic skill, taught progressively on proper equipment.
This is not a typical dance class. It is aligned much more closely with artistic gymnastics, and it is taught that way. Our Acro and Gymnastics classes are taught by Coach Harriet on Mondays and Saturdays, and Coach Megan on Thursdays.
Students work across three pillars: strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skill developed through a progressive syllabus. We use vault for explosive power and spatial awareness, beam for balance and poise, and an air track for tumbling and aerial work in a more forgiving environment. Our tumble mat means complicated skills are practised safely rather than attempted in a back garden.
It suits dancers who want acrobatic depth in their movement, gymnasts who want artistry in their skills, and anyone who simply wants to get strong.
6 classes a week
| Day | Time | Age | Venue | Teacher | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 4.15pm – 5.00pm | 4 - 7 years | The Kings School | Harriet | Try it — Monday 4.15pm – 5.00pm at The Kings School |
| Monday | 4.50pm – 5.50pm | 8 - 14 years Warm-up with our helpers from 4.50pm, while the younger class finishes. | The Kings School | Harriet | Try it — Monday 4.50pm – 5.50pm at The Kings School |
| Thursday | 5.40pm – 6.25pm | 4 - 7 years | Bradwell Village Hall | Coach Megan | Try it — Thursday 5.40pm – 6.25pm at Bradwell Village Hall |
| Thursday | 6.30pm – 7.30pm | 8 - 14 years | Bradwell Village Hall | Coach Megan | Try it — Thursday 6.30pm – 7.30pm at Bradwell Village Hall |
| Saturday | 9.25am – 10.10am | 4 - 7 years | North Kidlington Primary School Junior Hall | Harriet | Try it — Saturday 9.25am – 10.10am at North Kidlington Primary School |
| Saturday | 10.10am – 11.10am | 8 - 12 years | North Kidlington Primary School Junior Hall | Harriet | Try it — Saturday 10.10am – 11.10am at North Kidlington Primary School |
Days and times occasionally move — we will confirm the current time with you when you request a trial. See the full timetable.
- Strength — full-body conditioning, especially core and upper body, to support safe and powerful movement.
- Flexibility — dynamic and static stretching to improve range, lines and mobility.
- Acrobatic skill development following the Acrotrix syllabus, progressing step by step through individual and partner skills.
- Vault, beam and air track work, plus a tumble mat so skills like back flips are learned in a secure environment.
A fitted purple leotard, optional black cycle shorts with Dancemania logo, bare feet and hair tied back securely.
Nothing needs to be bought before a trial class. A T-shirt and shorts are perfectly fine for the trial session.
Try Acro / Gymnastics for free
Every new student is welcome to a free trial class. Tell us the dancer’s age and where you are, and we will find a day and time that works.