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
The Classical work is the foundation and the most important part of the Graded Syllabi.
Free movement
The free movement section incorporates movements in common with other dance styles such as natural movement,
contemporary based dance and Greek dance.
Character 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.
Entry Requirements
Candidates are eligible to take a Graded Examination or participate in a Presentation Class as long as their age meets
the minimum age requirement below. There are no upwards age limits on any Examinations or Presentation Classes.
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
The Classical work is the foundation and the most important part of the Graded Syllabi.
Free movement
The free movement section incorporates movements in common with other dance styles such as natural movement,
contemporary based dance and Greek dance.
Character 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.
Entry Requirements
Candidates are eligible to take a Graded Examination or participate in a Presentation Class as long as their age meets
the minimum age requirement below. There are no upwards age limits on any Examinations or Presentation Classes.
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.
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.
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.
Entry Requirements
Candidates are eligible to take a Vocational Graded Examination as long as their age meets the minimum age
requirement. There are no upwards age limits on any Vocational Examinations.
If candidates have achieved a distinction in Intermediate or any of the Advanced examinations, they may enter for the next
examination one year younger than the minimum ages stated below:
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.
Entry Requirements
Candidates are eligible to take a Vocational Graded Examination as long as their age meets the minimum age
requirement. There are no upwards age limits on any Vocational Examinations.
If candidates have achieved a distinction in Intermediate or any of the Advanced examinations, they may enter for the next
examination one year younger than the minimum ages stated below:
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