DAPA Courses

We recognise that there is no typical DAPA student. Our courses have therefore been structured to appeal and inform everyone from those who are dancing for fun to those who are seriously ambitious and have set their sights on a career as a performer. DAPA teachers encourage and develop all DAPA students, and our classes have the perfect balance of fun and technique. We work on several shows throughout the year as well as exams and awards. This is a great way to develop confidence and presentation. For a few children, DAPA is the first step to a career, but for most, it is a great way to meet new friends, gain confidence, find a love of dance, music and drama, and keep fit!!

The Structure of the DAPA Timetable

The youngest pupils are found in our Dinky Dancers and Jolly Tots classes from the age of 2 years old.  Dinky Dancers have a fun time discovering dance, music and songs!!

Then moving up to Jolly Tots where they learn the basic steps in imaginative classes based on Ballet and also learn Tap Dancing to encourage rhythm and musicality. Once at the age of 5 they can move to our First Steps and Mini Movers classes in Ballet, Tap and Modern. From this point onwards, pupils have the opportunity to take exams at each level gaining medals and awards.

Graded classes start at Grade 1 and go up to Intermediate and Advanced levels. At the age of 5 children can also join Irish Dance, Street Dance and Musical Theatre. All these classes have different levels and stages to cater for all age groups and abilities, from beginners to advanced. 

Singing Classes start at the age of eight and are covered by private singing lessons as well as our group class – the DAPA Choir! 

Our Dance 4 Fun Classes don’t have the pressure of exams – instead, they work as a team and take part in class awards, which are confidence building and fun!! 

Mini Movers and Kool Kidz Dance 4 Fun!! 

DAPA offers lots of discount packages for students wanting to join several classes. 

DAPA also offers vocational training – this is by invitation only and is for students who are training in audition technique and advanced levels of dance and performing arts. It is only for students who want to audition for professional colleges and to continue their dance and musical theatre training. DAPA has a 100% success rate in students auditioning for professional colleges.