Examinations & Class Awards
At Herts Dance Studio, our students have the opportunity to participate in regulated ballet and modern exams through the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD).
These structured assessments allow dancers to progress through the graded syllabi each year, building both their technique and artistic expression.
Each exam is a rewarding milestone, offering a chance to perform in a focused setting, grow in confidence, and celebrate the progress made in class. Many of our dancers leave the exam room beaming and eager to do it again!
Exams also encourage discipline, teamwork, musicality, and goal-setting; nurturing well-rounded dancers who take pride in their achievements.
These qualifications are recognised on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and contribute to a dancer’s formal education. Higher-level exams can earn UCAS points, which support university and college applications, an added benefit for students committed to their dance training.
Angela, our studio director, is accredited with both the RAD and ISTD and brings a professional, nurturing and exciting approach to exam preparation.
Studio Production
our Studio Productions give dancers the chance to be part of a story ballet, bringing characters, music and choreography to life on stage.
Inspired by classical ballets and repertoire, dancers work together as a cast towards a complete production — developing confidence, teamwork, musicality and performance skills while discovering the stories and traditions behind the art form they are learning.
It’s a chance to experience ballet beyond the classroom, take pride in playing their part and create something special together.
Studio Shows
Each year, Herts Dance Studio brings our entire community together for a professional theatre production—a true celebration of our dancers’ hard work, growth, and creativity.
Held every November, our annual studio show gives students the chance to perform on stage in a supportive and inspiring environment. From our Tiny Dancers aged 3 to our senior students, every dancer is invited to take part, contributing to a magical performance that showcases the technique, musicality, and expressive skills developed throughout the year.
Our shows are carefully themed and choreographed to highlight the progression of each age group while creating an engaging experience for families and audiences. In November 2025, our show was a beautiful collection of pieces inspired by favourite fairytales and movies.
Performing is a powerful and joyful part of dance education. It gives our students something to work towards, nurtures stage confidence, and strengthens the bond within our HDS community. Our shows are the abolute cherished highlight of the studio calendar for dancers and their families.
