Katherine Leydon-Smith FIDTA, a renowned teacher of dance, has worked at Pontefract Squash club since its formation in 1979 and runs her successful and thriving school of dance based here. The Leydon-Smith School of Theatre Dance has over 150 children and adult pupils attending her very popular classes. Pupils work towards IDTA examinations and exam pass rates are outstanding.
The Leydon-Smith School of Theatre Dance has classes suitable for children and adults. The classes include ballet, tap, modern jazz, street dance, musical theatre and cheerleading. Further details about classes and the dance school can be found at www.leydonsmithdance.com
Every three years the school performs a major theatrical show, which is held locally at Pontefract Town Hall, the talent that comes through is incredible and proceeds from the show support local charities. In addition, the Cabaret Class performs an annual ‘Cabaret Evening’ which is great fun and very popular.
For more detailed information about any of the dance classes please see our contact page on www.leydonsmithdance.com
Ballet
Classical ballet classes for pupils of all ages.
Tap
Tap dancing classes for pupils from 3 years of age and upwards.
Modern Jazz
Modern Jazz classes learn modern dance moves to a wide range of music styles and types.
Musical Theatre
Acting, singing and dancing all rolled into one fun packed class.
Cheerleading
A fun dance class using pom poms to modern music with a mix of dance styles from traditional cheerleading to street dance based.
Street Dance
A dance class with modern funky dance. Moves to hip-hop chart and RnB music with a mix of dance styles from traditional cheerleading to street dance based.
Adult Classes
Adult classes are offered in Tap, Modern Jazz and also Zumba Fitness. All our adult classes are very friendly but also offer a great way to exercise whilst having fun.
