AJ Dance | "Where Every Pupil Counts"

Welcome to AJ Dance

AJ Dance was founded in 2004 when Mrs Stanwell (of the Stanwell School of Dance) retired from teaching and passed the school to her daughter Alison Noble. Ably assisted by her daughter - Josie Noble, the school was renamed AJ Dance. Alison’s family have been teaching dancing in Boston since the late 1920s, when Mrs Stanwell’s aunt was Principal and Teacher of the Boston School of Dance. Whilst the names may have changed, the family and faces remain the same.

The Friendly, Family Run School

AJ Dance prides itself on its small class sizes and friendly atmosphere. All pupils are treated fairly, equally and given the same opportunities. It is of paramount importance that all students enjoy the social aspects of dancing - having fun and making new friends - whilst maintaining the excellent standards for which the school is well known.

The Classes

There are a many classes on offer which include a wide variety of styles: Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Theatre Craft, Freestyle, Line Dance, Salsa, Riverdancing and Belly Dance. All classes are very reasonably priced, offering excellent value for money and are less expensive than a number of schools within the area.

All ages and abilities are welcome. Children are accepted from the age of 3 years (boys are very welcome too!) There is no upper age limit to learning at AJ Dance; there are many adult classes varying in styles and abilities.

Exams

Since opening, AJ Dance pupils have attained some fantastic exam results, the latest of which are available for your perusal on the website. The school currently has a 100% pass rate. Examination sessions are held throughout the year with the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (BATD) and the International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA). All pupils have the opportunity to take examinations and medal tests in the subjects they study.

Shows and Dance Displays

Shows are performed every two years (when possible) and the school is regularly asked to perform dance displays and provide entertainment at various local events. Again, all pupils are given the opportunity to participate and the dazzling costumes add sparkle and glitz to these occasions. Thousands of pounds have been raised over the last four years for various causes including The Alzheimers Society and Pilgrim Hospital. The school will be working towards their 5th anniversary production this school year (2008/09) —the proceeds of which are being donated between the Marie Curie Rapid Response Team and The St Barnabas Hospice.

Alison and Josie hope you find this website interesting and informative. Should you have any queries - please do not hesitate to contact them, and they will endeavour to assist you.