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Ballet RAD

Royal Academy of Dance


 At Sole To Soul Dance Studio we enhance our student’s education through the highly respected Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) graded and vocational examinations. The Royal Academy of Dance is one of the largest and most influential dance education and training organizations in the world with more than 13,000 members spread across 79 countries. The examination syllabus is taught to more than a quarter of a million students around the globe and is one of the most widely used classical ballet syllabi in professional academies and college dance programs. Students will start with our Baby Ballet dance curriculum, move through Pre-Primary and Primary levels and then into five Graded and six Vocational Graded levels. Students can move from Graded Examinations to Vocational Graded Examinations at an appropriate time; or they can study both pathways simultaneously.

Who is it for?
  • Children ages 4 years and up
  • Children with or without prior experience
  • Children showing a keen interest in the dance
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Ready to participate and listen to a teacher

If your child decides they would like to participate in the RAD examinations, they will be expected to maintain and follow through on certain requirements, including but not limited to:

  • Continued consistent attendance in their classical ballet class
  • Participation in the mock (practice) RAD examinations
  • Possible private or small group lessons should the teachers feel extra practice is needed
RAD exams are recognised by the national qualification’s regulators for all UK nations. Graded and vocational graded examinations in dance at RQF Level 3 (an equivalent to A-levels or BTEC Nationals) are allocated points on the UCAS tariff. This means that candidates who have achieved a pass or higher in RAD Intermediate or Advanced Foundation, can use their RAD exam result towards their points tariff when applying to a relevant course at a university or higher education. At Sole To Soul Dance Studio we offer the opportunity to start from Baby Ballet, all the way up to Advanced 2.
Baby Ballet
The Baby Ballet curriculum is designed for young dancers to begin exploring the art of dance through exposure to ballet steps, musicality, and self-expression. Students will be immersed into the beauty of ballet during weekly classes with our Royal Academy of Dance certified faculty. Class curriculums encourage the development of skills such as muscle strength, coordination and focus, all while providing a safe environment for children to blossom and enjoy artistic expression. Students are required to commit to one class per week. Upon completion, students will be equipped for entry into the Royal Academy of Dance Pre-Primary In Dance and Primary In Dance levels where they will continue their training and begin preparations for the annual graded examinations, intensive training, or other after school programs.
Grades / LevelsEntry Prerequisites
Baby BalletMinimum 4 years

  • Students should be enrolled based on their age as of January 1 of the current school year

Pre- & Primary In Dance
The Pre Primary in Dance syllabus prepares students for a successful transition to ballet and other dance genres at higher levels. In both Pre-Primary in Dance and Primary in Dance, students, through participation and practice will be develop physical skills, stamina, creativity, expression and musicality using a range of sounds and musical styles. This strong foundation prepares students for a successful transition to ballet and other dance genres. These levels are appropriate for students between the ages of five and eight years.

Grades / LevelsEntry Prerequisites
Pre-Primary In Dance6 - 7 years
Primary In Dance7 to 8 years

  • Students should be enrolled based on their age as of January 1 of the current school year
  • Students with no experience will be assessed based on the age prerequisites
  • Students (Min 5 years) who has completed Baby Ballet or equivalent will be assessed for PPID
  • Students (Min 6 years) who has completed PPID or equivalent will be assessed for PID

Graded Examinations
Grades 1 through to 8 encourage the development of an appropriate and sound technique relevant for the ballet world of today. The syllabus identifies the necessary skills that underpin secure technique such as core stability, weight placement, turnout and line, while continuing to recognise and reward the student’s awareness of artistry and dynamics. Musically inspired exercises and dances promote joy in movement, creative interpretation, and a sense of dance and performance quality. They incorporate Classical Ballet, Free Movement and Character. They also constitute a preparation for the RAD Vocational Syllabus.

Grades / LevelsEntry Prerequisites
Grade 18 to 9 years
Grade 29 to 10 years
Grade 310 to 11 years
Grade 4Completed previous grade
Grade 5Completed previous grade

  • Students should be enrolled based on their age as of January 1 of the current school year
  • Students transitioning from another school will be assessed for the correct level

Vocational Graded Examinations
The Vocational Grades is the continuation of classical ballet from the graded syllabus with the introduction of Pointe work for female candidates. The work associated with each examination signifies a further set of stages in helping young students develop a greater understanding and performance of classical ballet. It is designed to give the necessary vocational training to students wishing to study dance as a career or dance related subjects. The Vocational Grades are appropriate for students from the age of 12 years.

Grades / LevelsEntry Prerequisites
Inter-FoundCompleted previous grade
IntermediateCompleted previous grade
Adv-FoundCompleted previous grade
Advanced 1Completed previous grade
Advanced 2Completed previous grade

  • Students should be enrolled based on their age as of January 1 of the current school year
  • Students transitioning from another school will be assessed for the correct level

Discovering Repertoire
Discovering Repertoire was created by The Royal Academy of Dance specifically for adult ballet students wanting to pursue a deep understanding of this dance form. The program offers students a chance to learn well known repertoire such as Coppella, Giselle, Sleeping Beauty, Paquita, Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. Learners have the option of taking regulated examinations which starts at Level 2, which is approximately at the Grade 5 or Intermediate Foundation level. Level 3 is equivalent to Grades 6-8 or Intermediate and Advanced Foundation, and Level 4 is similar to Advanced 1 and 2 standard levels. Learners practice twice a week together to develop muscle memory, strength, and flexibility:

  • Level 2 (equivalent to Grade 5/Intermediate Foundation standard)
  • Level 3 (equivalent to Grades 6-8/Intermediate & Advanced Foundation standard)
  • Level 4 (equivalent to Advanced 1 & 2 standard)

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Our Royal Academy of Dance Faculties
Alice Yap, Principal
Siew Wei, Faculty
Winnie Piong, Faculty

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