Alegria Performing Arts
Ballet, jazz and contemporary classes for children, teenagers and adults
Alegria Performing Arts is overseen by Alegria Dance Studios and offers ballet-led training in a fun and friendly environment for children, teenagers and adults, with opportunities to explore jazz and contemporary classes as students grow.
Classes are grouped by age and stage of development, with teachers advising further in consultation with parents in response to each child’s level of skill, development and interests.
Toddlers | 2–3 years
Toddlers learn to move freely to the music, expressing various moods and dynamics. They gain awareness of their legs, feet, arms, hands, fingers, head and torso moving separately and in coordination in expressive imaginative story-telling. They also get a gentle workout with walking, running, jumping and turning to the music, while learning to dance and move with other children in the class.
3–4 years
Children are introduced to ballet through music and rhythm, dancing in groups, simple clapping, walks and jumps. Any natural ability to move in time to the music is encouraged and developed, while children build awareness of their body, musical beats and changing dynamics. They also begin to make patterns as they move with other children and learn how to greet the teacher at the beginning of class and thank them at the end.
5 years
Children learn to articulate their limbs and joints, achieve smooth movements, walk, run and balance in time to the music, and begin to gallop, spin and skip. They also learn how to count and clap at the right time and to tell their own imaginative stories through mime to music.
6 years
Children continue building on the foundations of Pre-Primary and begin to coordinate arms and head, learn marches, jumps and springs, and work through longer sequences of steps such as gallops, skips, runs and leaps. They also learn a set story-telling dance to music.
7–11 years
As students move through the graded levels, they build increasing awareness, coordination, musicality and performance quality. They begin to learn more technical ballet movements and combinations, with opportunities to attend jazz and contemporary classes appropriate to their age group. The syllabi emphasise the development of strong ballet technique, musicality and artistry, while encouraging students to express themselves through movement.
Teenagers
Teenagers may join beginner ballet classes or continue into more advanced graded and vocational pathways where appropriate. Classes offered at higher levels may include Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2, with progression based on training and suitability.
Adults
Alegria offers adult beginners and adult experienced ballet classes, together with adult jazz and Pilates options. Adult beginners learn the fundamental balletic principles of lengthened posture, rotation of arms and legs, and alignments front, back and side, while experienced adults explore more complex dynamics and movements in the centre to inspiring music.
Why Choose Alegria Performing Arts at Col Jones Swim Tempe?
Alegria Performing Arts offers ballet-led classes for children and teenagers in a fun and friendly environment, with experienced teachers, age-based groupings, limited class sizes, and clear pathways for students who wish to progress further in their training.
Convenient and familiar Tempe location
Classes are conducted in Studios 2, 3 and 4 at Col Jones Swim Tempe, 23 Toyer St, Tempe, making Alegria a convenient option for local families. Parking is available nearby, and the venue is also accessible by public transport.
Experienced dance teachers
All classes are taught by teachers with dancing experience and training as teachers, helping students learn in a structured, supportive and age-appropriate way from the beginning.
Safe and supportive classes
All teachers have Working With Children clearance, all classes are monitored by CCTV, and class sizes are limited depending on the age of the students. Classes are intended to be fun as well as useful, with mutual respect supporting the smooth running of each class.
Getting here
Classes are conducted in Studios 2, 3 and 4 at Col Jones Swim Tempe,
23 Toyer St, Tempe NSW 2044. Parking is available in the forecourt,
in Toyer Street and surrounding streets, and on weekends at Tempe High School.
The venue is also accessible via Sydenham and Tempe stations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which class should my child start in?
Classes are grouped by age, and the teacher in consultation with the parents will advise further in response to the child’s level of skill, development and interests.
Do we need to buy ballet clothes and shoes straight away?
No. Do not invest in ballet outfits and ballet shoes until you know that your child is going to be happy doing more classes. For the first classes, loose clothing, neatly tied hair and socks are suitable.
Are teachers qualified to work with children?
Yes. All teachers have Working With Children clearance, and all classes are monitored by CCTV.
Can students attend casually or regularly?
Yes. Classes may be attended sporadically or regularly and can, subject to progress and interest, lead into examinations and participation in concert and competition groups.
What should parents tell Alegria before class?
Please inform Alegria of any relevant medical conditions, serious allergies, or anything else the teacher needs to be aware of.
Are enrolment and class arrangements the same as Col Jones Swim Tempe?
Enrolment, class bookings, payments, legal liability and permission to seek medical attention where deemed appropriate by the teacher are managed in line with the same arrangements and policies used by Col Jones Swim Tempe.
Are there classes for teenagers?
Yes. Teenagers may join beginner ballet classes or continue into more advanced graded and vocational pathways where appropriate.
Are there classes for adults?
Yes. Alegria offers adult beginner and experienced ballet classes, together with adult jazz and Pilates options.
Join Alegria Performing Arts
Whether your child is just beginning to move to music, is ready for Pre-Primary or graded ballet, whether you are a teenager looking to begin or continue dance training, or an adult returning to dance or starting for the first time, Alegria Performing Arts offers a welcoming environment in which to learn properly, enjoy movement and grow in confidence.
Classes at Col Jones Swim Tempe, 23 Toyer St, Tempe NSW 2044.