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The Graded Examination Syllabus
The Graded syllabus consists of three different components; classical, free movement and character dance, see below for more information and the entry requirements needed for this examination and where they are held.
Classical work is the foundation and the most important part of the Graded Syllabi.
The Free Movement section incorporates movements in common with other dance styles such as natural movement, contemporary based dance and Greek dance. Character Dance is the theatrical presentation of national dance using original ethnic dance and music which has been freely adapted for the theatre. There are three styles-Hungarian, Russian and Polish-and these were selected because of their historic importance in the development of the traditional full-length classical ballets.
The Vocational Graded Syllabus
Students wishing to study for the Vocational Graded syllabus should have the type of body that can respond to demanding study. Students must also be able to concentrate for long periods of time and be able to accept and welcome constructive comments and correction.
About the Royal Academy of Dance
Sarasota Dance Academy is an official registered school of the Royal Academy of Dance USA/London and enters students annually for Examinations and Presentation Classes. With over 13,000 members spread across 79 countries, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) is one of the largest and most influential dance education and training organizations for classical ballet in the world. Visit www.rad.org.uk for more info.
The RAD Examination Board
We offer examinations in classical ballet suitable for everyone from young children starting out in dance classes to students aspiring to become professional dancers. There are no upwards age limits on any examinations or presentation classes and a syllabus has been designed for both male and female candidates at all levels.The Royal Academy of Dance stresses the importance of every student having an achievable goal. This is measured either by an Examination for students studying the Graded or Vocational Graded syllabus or the option of a presentation class for Graded students.
"I advise students in all schools I direct to take RAD exams. Not only will they achieve a high level of excellency, but they will also receive a certificate that is accepted all around the world."
- Maria Luisa Noronha, Director of the Maria Olenewa State Dance School, Brazil
"RAD exams offer young dancers the opportunity to gain recognized qualifications that will serve them well in a career in dance as well as being a value later in life when considering further career development."
- Matz Skoog, Artistic Director, English National Ballet
"RAD exams provide a good bricks and mortar foundation for a sound technique."
- Gary Harris, Artistic Director, Royal New Zealand Ballet