Our Classes

Building Confidence and Strength for All

Jodie May, parent of Frankie (age 11) -

“When Frankie started at The Performance Hub (then CAPA) two years ago, she was just a shy 9-year-old who loved dancing. Now she’s a confident performer with Grade 3 Ballet and Tap distinctions, gold medals from regional competitions, and she’s just been cast in this year’s panto at the Orchard Theatre. The highlight was definitely watching her perform at Dance World Cup in Prague with the team. I never imagined she’d be competing on an international stage at her age! The teachers here are amazing and they genuinely develop the whole child. Frankie has found some of her best friends, and we’ve found a dance family that celebrates every achievement, big or small.”

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Ballet

At The Performance Hub Ballet forms the foundation of our comprehensive dance education, providing students with the technical precision and artistic discipline that underpins excellence across all dance genres. Our structured curriculum follows the prestigious Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) syllabus, ensuring students receive world-class training delivered by professionally qualified instructors who maintain small class sizes for individual attention.

Our ballet programme emphasises proper technique from the earliest stages, focusing on correct posture, alignment, and fundamental positions that create strong, versatile dancers. Progressive training develops strength, flexibility, musicality, and performance quality, with each level carefully building upon previous learning. Beyond physical capabilities, ballet training cultivates mental discipline, concentration, confidence, and life skills including goal-setting and perseverance that serve students throughout their personal and professional lives.

As an ISTD-registered school, we offer regular graded examinations from Pre-Primary through Advanced vocational levels, internationally recognised qualifications that provide formal recognition of achievement and clear milestones. Our teachers expertly prepare students for examinations whilst ensuring the experience remains enjoyable, and our consistently strong results reflect both student dedication and teaching quality.

We also provide access to competition opportunities including Dance World Cup, alongside annual showcases and community performances that develop stage presence and artistic communication. The strong technical foundation we provide has enabled students to progress to further dance education, professional training programmes, and successful careers in the performing arts, whilst our commitment to ISTD standards ensures every student receives training that honours classical tradition whilst preparing them for contemporary opportunities in the dance world.

Tap

Tap dance at The Performance Hub combines rhythm, musicality, and dynamic movement to create one of the most exciting and engaging dance forms. Our structured curriculum follows the ISTD syllabus, delivered by professionally qualified instructors who bring energy, precision, and creativity to every class.

Our tap programme emphasises rhythmic accuracy and the development of musicality from the earliest stages. Progressive training builds coordination, speed, and stamina whilst encouraging students to explore their creative voice through improvisation and rhythm composition. Classes maintain an energetic and supportive atmosphere where students challenge themselves technically whilst experiencing the joy of making music with their feet. Beyond physical skills, tap training develops listening abilities, timing precision, mental agility, and confidence that translates across all areas of life.

As an ISTD-registered school, we offer regular graded examinations from Pre-Primary through Advanced vocational levels, internationally recognised qualifications that assess both technical proficiency and rhythmic musicianship. Our teachers prepare students thoroughly for examinations, ensuring they understand the technical requirements whilst developing the performance quality and rhythmic confidence that characterises excellent tap dancing. Our consistently strong examination results demonstrate the quality of training students receive.

The Performance Hub tap students benefit from regular performance opportunities including annual showcases and community events where they showcase their rhythmic skills and stage presence. For dedicated students, competition pathways including Dance World Cup provide opportunities to perform at regional, national, and international levels.

Modern

Modern at The Performance Hub delivers high-energy, dynamic training that combines sharp isolations, syncopated rhythms, and expressive performance style. Our structured curriculum follows the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) syllabus, delivered by professionally qualified instructors who bring expertise in modern technique alongside an understanding of commercial dance styles. Modern develops versatile dancers who can transition seamlessly between theatrical performance, commercial work, and artistic expression.

Our Modern programme emphasises strong technique including precise isolations, powerful jumps, intricate footwork, and dynamic turns, whilst developing the showmanship and performance quality essential to the genre. Progressive training builds strength, flexibility, coordination, and stamina through combinations that challenge students rhythmically and physically. Classes maintain an upbeat, energetic atmosphere where students develop technical control alongside the confidence and charisma that characterise excellent dancers. Beyond physical skills, Modern training cultivates performance presence, musical interpretation, and the versatility demanded in dance and theatre industries.

Students work towards ISTD graded examinations that provide internationally recognised qualifications, assessing both technical execution and the distinctive performance quality that defines modern dance. Our teachers develop students who understand stylistic nuances whilst maintaining the technical foundation necessary for progression through the grades and into vocational levels.

Through annual showcases, community performances, and competition opportunities including the Dance World Cup, our dancers showcase the energy and entertainment value of the genre. The performance-focused nature of Modern naturally develops stage confidence and audience connection, preparing students for diverse opportunities whether in musical theatre, commercial dance, competition pathways, or simply enjoying the vibrant, expressive nature of dance.

Street

Our professionally qualified instructors bring genuine street dance expertise and cultural knowledge, teaching students the foundations, history, and evolution of these influential dance forms. As students progress, older classes incorporate Commercial dance styles that bridge street dance with the contemporary entertainment industry, preparing versatile dancers equipped for modern performance opportunities.

Our Street programme emphasises musicality, and individual style development whilst building technical foundations in fundamental moves, footwork patterns, and signature elements of each street style. Training develops rhythm, coordination, strength, and the ability to freestyle and express personality through movement. Classes maintain an inclusive, energetic environment that honours street dance culture whilst encouraging students to find their own voice within the genre. Beyond physical skills, street dance builds confidence, creativity, self-expression, and connection to music that resonates with contemporary youth culture.

Unlike our other genres, Street dance does not follow an examination syllabus, allowing for more flexible, culturally authentic training that responds to the evolving nature of urban dance. Our instructors assess progress through class performance and choreography development, providing feedback that helps students refine their skills whilst maintaining the improvisational and creative spirit central to street dance culture.

Street dancers at The Performance Hub regularly participate in showcases and community events. The freestyle and performance elements inherent to street dance naturally develop stage presence, adaptability, and the ability to captivate audiences. For students interested in the entertainment industry, our integration of Commercial styles in advanced classes provides training relevant to music videos, live performances, and professional dance careers in contemporary media.

Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre at The Performance Hub provides comprehensive triple-threat training that develops students as singers, dancers, and actors. Our professionally qualified instructors bring expertise across all three disciplines, teaching students to integrate performance skills that bring characters and stories to life on stage. Classes combine jazz dance technique, vocal training, and acting exercises, creating well-rounded performers equipped for the demands of musical theatre productions and the wider entertainment industry.

Our Musical Theatre programme emphasises storytelling through song, developing characterisation skills alongside technical dance ability and vocal performance. Students learn signature musical theatre styles and how to convey emotion and narrative through integrated performance. Training builds confidence whilst teaching students to switch seamlessly between singing, dancing, and acting within a single performance. Classes maintain a creative, supportive atmosphere where students explore different characters and performance styles. Beyond performance skills, Musical Theatre training develops public speaking confidence, emotional intelligence, teamwork, and the ability to present oneself effectively in any context.

Musical Theatre classes focus on practical performance development, however, examinations are an optional addition, allowing students to explore diverse repertoire from classic Broadway to contemporary West End productions. Our instructors provide individualised feedback on dance technique, vocal delivery, and characterisation, helping students develop their unique performance qualities whilst building the versatile skill set required for musical theatre.

Students showcase their Musical Theatre skills through annual productions and showcases that provide authentic stage experience in fully realised performances. These opportunities allow students to experience the complete theatrical process from rehearsal through to performance, developing the discipline, collaboration skills, and stage presence essential for musical theatre. Whether aspiring to professional theatre careers or simply enjoying the creative challenge of triple-threat performance, our Musical Theatre training provides comprehensive skills that translate across performance contexts and build lifelong confidence in creative self-expression.

Acrobatics

Acrobatics at The Performance Hub provides specialist training that seamlessly blends dance technique with acrobatic skills, creating dynamic performers with exceptional strength, flexibility, and control. Our professionally qualified instructors follow the Acrobatic Arts syllabus, an internationally recognised progressive programme designed specifically for dancers, which prioritises safe skill development and proper technique. This structured approach ensures students build acrobatic abilities systematically whilst maintaining the artistic quality and performance style that distinguishes dance acrobatics from gymnastics.

Our Acrobatics programme emphasises safe progression through foundational skills including flexibility training, strength conditioning, balancing, limbering, and tumbling elements that complement and enhance students’ abilities across all dance genres. Classes develop core strength, body awareness, spatial orientation, and the confidence to execute impressive skills with control and grace. Training follows age-appropriate progressions that respect individual development whilst challenging students to achieve new skills. Beyond physical capabilities, Acrobatics builds determination, courage, body confidence, and the understanding that impressive achievements result from consistent, patient practice.

We follow the Acrobatic Arts syllabus structure without formal examinations, allowing students to progress at their own pace whilst maintaining the high safety standards and technical rigour the programme provides. Our instructors track individual progress through skill assessments and provide feedback that ensures students master foundational elements before advancing to more complex skills, creating confident, technically sound performers.

Students integrate their Acrobatics skills into showcase performances and competition routines, where acrobatic elements add dramatic impact and technical difficulty. The impressive nature of acrobatic skills naturally captivates audiences and provides competitive advantages at events including the Dance World Cup. For students training across multiple genres, Acrobatics enhances overall dance ability, providing strength, flexibility, and skills that elevate performance quality and open doors to diverse opportunities in dance, theatre, and entertainment industries where versatility is highly valued.

Drama

Drama at The Performance Hub develops confident, articulate performers through comprehensive theatre training that explores character, storytelling, and creative expression. Our professionally qualified instructors guide students through acting techniques, improvisation, script work, and performance skills that build both theatrical ability and valuable life skills. Classes provide a supportive creative environment where students explore different characters, emotions, and situations, developing empathy, communication skills, and the confidence to express themselves authentically.

Our Drama programme emphasises fundamental acting skills including voice projection, physicality, emotional truth, and character development, whilst encouraging students to explore their creativity through improvisation and devised work. Training develops public speaking confidence, active listening, collaboration, and the ability to think creatively under pressure. Students work with scripted material from classic and contemporary theatre alongside creating their own performances, learning to analyse text, develop characters, and communicate stories effectively. Beyond performance skills, drama training builds emotional intelligence, self-awareness, resilience, and the ability to present ideas confidently in any context, benefiting students academically, socially, and professionally throughout their lives.

Drama classes focus on continuous skill development through workshops, scene study, and rehearsal processes and can include formal examinations. Our instructors provide constructive feedback on performance work, helping students refine their craft whilst discovering their individual strengths as performers. This approach allows students to explore diverse theatrical styles and challenge themselves creatively.

Students present their drama work through showcases, performances, and participation in full theatrical productions that provide authentic stage experience. These performance opportunities teach students the complete theatrical process from initial rehearsal through to live performance, developing discipline, teamwork, and the ability to engage audiences. Whether students aspire to professional acting careers, wish to complement their dance training with performance skills, or simply enjoy the creative challenge of theatre, our Drama programme provides comprehensive training that builds confidence, creativity, and communication skills applicable far beyond the stage.

Lyrical

Lyrical at The Performance Hub offers emotive, expressive dance training that fuses ballet technique with contemporary fluidity and jazz dynamics to create deeply moving performances. Our professionally qualified instructors guide students to connect technical precision with emotional storytelling, teaching dancers to interpret lyrics and music through seamless, flowing movement. Lyrical dance emphasises the relationship between music and motion, encouraging students to convey genuine emotion and narrative through their performance whilst maintaining strong technical foundations.

Our Lyrical programme develops controlled, graceful movement quality that requires exceptional balance, flexibility, and core strength alongside the ability to transition fluidly between ballet-based technique and contemporary expression. Classes focus on breath connection, sustained movements, expressive port de bras, and the artistry of communicating feeling through dance. Students learn to interpret song lyrics and musical phrasing, translating emotional content into movement that resonates with audiences. Training cultivates vulnerability, artistic courage, and the confidence to perform with genuine emotional connection. Beyond technical skills, Lyrical dance develops emotional awareness, musical sensitivity, and the ability to communicate qualities that enrich students’ broader dance training and personal development.

Lyrical classes emphasise artistic growth and performance development rather than formal examinations, allowing students to explore diverse musical styles and emotional themes. Our instructors provide feedback on both technical execution and emotional authenticity, helping students develop performances that are technically accomplished and genuinely moving. This freedom allows dancers to discover their artistic voice whilst building the expressive skills that distinguish compelling performers.

Through showcases and competitions including the Dance World Cup, Lyrical students share emotionally resonant performances that showcase their ability to move audiences. The genre’s emphasis on storytelling and connection makes it particularly powerful in performance contexts, allowing dancers to create memorable moments that demonstrate both technical excellence and artistic maturity. For students training across multiple genres, Lyrical provides essential artistry skills that deepen their overall dance quality and prepare them for performance opportunities where emotional expression and technical control must unite seamlessly.

Singing

Singing at The Performance Hub provides comprehensive vocal training for students of all ages, from young beginners discovering their voice to adults pursuing vocal development and improvement. Our vocal coaches deliver personalised instruction that develops healthy vocal technique, musicality, and confident performance ability. Whether students aspire to musical theatre, contemporary performance, or simply enjoy singing, our lessons provide expert guidance tailored to individual goals and abilities, proving you’re never too old to develop your vocal skills.

Our Singing programme emphasises proper vocal technique including breath control, posture, tone production, pitch accuracy, and vocal health, ensuring students develop their voice safely and sustainably. Lessons are tailored to each student’s level, musical interests, and aspirations, covering repertoire across musical theatre, pop, contemporary, and classical styles as appropriate. Students develop musicality, performance confidence, and the ability to interpret songs with emotional authenticity and technical control. For younger students, singing lessons complement Musical Theatre training and build skills applicable across performance contexts. Adult students benefit from a supportive, judgment-free environment where vocal development continues at any stage of life. Beyond singing ability, vocal training builds confidence, breath awareness, and communication skills that enhance public speaking and self-expression.

Singing lessons focus on individualised vocal development and performance growth through one-to-one or small group instruction rather than formal examinations or syllabi. Our vocal coaches assess progress continuously, setting achievable goals that help students advance their technique whilst exploring repertoire that inspires and challenges them. This flexible approach allows students to focus on their specific interests and develop at their own pace.

Join us Today!

The Performance Hub bridges dance genres from street to musical theatre, giving children the skills, confidence and real stage experience to shine, whether performing at local community events or competing internationally at Dance World Cup.

With graded classes, industry-professional teachers from West End productions, and genuine opportunities in film and theatre through our agency connections, we don’t just teach dance, we open doors to futures in performing arts.

We believe every child deserves access to quality performing arts training, which is why we offer scholarships and free holiday spaces through MedwayGo to ensure financial barriers never stand in the way of talent.