MIDDLE SCHOOL (8-12 yrs)

Skill development with creative and expressive focus. This stage introduces structure and precision while nurturing individuality and performance confidence.

ballet

🦢 Grade 1+ BALLET

Ages 8-12 years

A more formal ballet class now, focusing on posture, alignment, and technique at the barre and in the centre. We enter our students for IDTA examinations.

Saturdays. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child.
£8.58/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

🦢 Grade 1+ BALLET

Ages 8-12 years

A more formal ballet class now, focusing on posture, alignment, and technique at the barre and in the centre. We enter our students for IDTA examinations.

Saturdays. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child.
£8.58/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

MUSICAL THEATRE

🎭 musical theatre

Ages 8-12 years

A much-loved class blending drama, dance, and singing. Perfect for performers who love to act and express themselves on stage and a fantastic compliment alongside the technical dance genres.

Multiple classes Tuesday/Saturday. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child's age.
£8.58/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

🎭 musical theatre

Ages 8-12 years

A much-loved class blending drama, dance, and singing. Perfect for performers who love to act and express themselves on stage and a fantastic compliment alongside the technical dance genres.

Multiple classes Tuesday/Saturday. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child's age.
£8.58/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

JAZZ

🪩 modern & theatre jazz

Ages 8-11 years

A choreography and skill-based class that encourages dancers to explore their creativity. Mastering the key skills of jazz such as jumps, turns and kicks, as well as improving flexibility, strength and developing expression.

Saturdays. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child.
£8.58/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

tap

🎩 tap

Ages 8-12 years

A fun and percussive class that teaches rhythm and coordination through beginner tap patterns and sounds. Tap encourages a better sense of musicality and even introduces an element of maths to the lesson.

Saturdays. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child.
£6.60/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

🎩 tap

Ages 8-12 years

Saturdays. Please contact us for the most suitable class for your child.
£6.60/week (Paid termly)
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

COMMERCIAL

💥 INTER commercial

ages 10-12 years

A choreography focused class where performance and style is encouraged. A great class to compliment the technical dance classes such as ballet or jazz, to really explore the individual's talent.

Thursdays, 17:00-17:45
£8.58 p/week - paid termly
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

LYRICAL

🎶 INTER Lyrical

ages 10-12 years

Merging modern, ballet and contemporary, this class works on expressive, fluid movement. Developing emotion and connection to the lyrics of a song. No previous experience necessary, but preferred.

Thursday, 17:45-18:30
£8.58 p/week, paid termly
Vyne Theatre & Studios, Berkhamsted

"The teaching staff are fantastic and it has such great family feel"

– Gemma, Parent of Rose & Sophie

"My girls love Afonso. The teaching staff are fantastic and it has such great family feel with the older children looking out for the younger ones. My youngest has been dancing there for 3 years and has come on so much. My other daughter has SEN and has found the summer school wonderful, super inclusive and is excited to try the main classes."

" she would never want to dance anywhere else"

– Lindsay, Parent of Holly

"My daughter has danced with Afonso for over 11 years. She has loved every minute! The support/encouragement of the staff, confidence building, friends and so many opportunities means she would never want to dance anywhere else. Thank you to all the staff, you are wonderful."

"it's really helped her confidence, love of music and even her reading"

– Sarah, Parent of Olivia

"My daughter does ballet, modern jazz and musical theatre with Afonso on Saturday mornings and really loves it! It’s really helped her confidence, love of music and even her reading (finally a reason to read on her terms, now she needs to read song lyrics!!)"

"it feels like one big family"

– Louise - Parent of Clementine

"Fantastic classes run by such lovely staff. My daughter absolutely adores her time here and her confidence has come on in leaps and bounds. It feels like one big family and what they managed to produce during lockdown was nothing short of amazing! Was so lovely to have something normal for them to do. Cannot recommend them enough."

Preschool

AGES 2-4

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Lower School

AGES 4-7

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Middle School

AGES 8-12

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Upper School AGES 13+

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Past Student Stories

Zara Garvie, Age 18
An original Afonso kid, starting at aged 7. Now about to start her professional training at the prestigious college, Laine Theatre Arts.

"I have loved my time at Afonso and wouldn't be where I am today without it and the amazing teachers".

Lillie Stewart, Age 18
Another Afonso original following her dreams. Lillie has just completed sixth form at Arts 1 and will join the Emil Dale Academy this September.

"Training at Afonso helped me to build the confidence to let my true passion for musical theatre shine out. I wouldn't be who I am today without the opportunities they have given me to perform and grow".

Faq's

Can my child try a class before enrolling?

Absolutely! We offer a 3 week trial period. Just book online or WhatsApp 07590348812.

What should my child wear for their trial?

Comfy clothes they can move in! Barefoot or sneakers are fine for most beginner classes.

Do you hold performances or showcases?

Yes! We hold our main show in a professional theatre every 2 years, plus class presentations and open musical theatre examinations in between.

How much are the classes?

The prices vary depending on the class type and length. Please enquire by email or WhatsApp us on 07590348812.

Is there a set uniform?

Yes, we have a set uniform for all classes. You will be given this information once the trial period is over and you decide to sign up.

Are exams and shows compulsory?

No. It is optional to participate in exams and shows, however, they are a HUGE part of doing dance and performing arts. Very few children opt out as they are very much the highlight of year. But we are very understanding of those that prefer not to, and those students are given equal opportunities in class during rehearsals and exam preparations.