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Commercial Dance Performance Course

Commercial Dance Performance Course

Step into the spotlight and work towards a final show with our Commercial Dance Performance Course. Over eight weeks, you’ll build your skills in grooves, body isolations, and musicality, whilst developing the confidence to perform with style. In conjunction with City Academy's Commercial Company, you'll be rehearsing weekly in a creative, inclusive space as you work towards performing a fully choreographed routine live on a London stage.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

Take your commercial dance to performance level as you sharpen your technique, build stage presence and bring bold, high-energy choreography to life.

  • Build on your existing commercial dance experience with performance-focused training
  • Develop greater confidence performing choreography with style, energy and precision
  • Strengthen stage presence, expression and performance quality
  • Improve coordination, stamina, musicality and movement control
  • Learn more challenging routines at a faster pace
  • Refine your ability to pick up choreography and perform it with confidence
  • Explore the performance qualities behind music video and live-stage dance
  • Enjoy a dynamic class that helps you dance with more power, polish and personality
Performance Choreography

Learn commercial routines designed to develop confidence, sharpness and performance impact.

Stage Presence

Build the confidence, focus and attitude needed to hold attention and perform with conviction.

Technique and Precision

Refine movement quality, lines and coordination so your dancing feels stronger and more polished.

Musicality and Dynamics

Develop a better understanding of rhythm, accents and dynamic changes within choreography.

Performance Expression

Explore how expression, personality and intention can bring more life and individuality to each routine.

Group Performance Skills

Work as part of an ensemble, developing confidence with spacing, timing and shared performance energy.

Useful information

Do I need previous dance experience to join this course?
Yes - this is a performance-focused course, so some prior dance experience is required. You don’t need to be a professional, but you should be comfortable picking up choreography at a moderate pace and have a basic understanding of movement and rhythm.
What style of dance will I be learning?
This course focuses on commercial dance, a vibrant mix of styles often seen in music videos, adverts, and live stage performances. You’ll explore choreography inspired by top artists and current industry trends.
What should I bring to class?
Please bring a water bottle, towel and something to film yourself with (to help you rehearse at home). Knee pads are optional but recommended for floor work.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and trainers or dance sneakers with good support. Clothing should allow for full movement and expression.
Will I be dancing with other performers during the course?
Yes - you’ll be joining our Commercial Dance Company for the full 8 weeks of rehearsals. This group is made up of passionate, experienced dancers who are incredibly welcoming and supportive. You’ll be working alongside them each week to learn, refine, and rehearse a dynamic routine together, culminating in a live performance on stage. It’s a brilliant opportunity to train in a company-style setting while growing your confidence and performance skills.

Want to learn more?

Take your performance skills even further. Explore our commercial dance, street dance and other performance-based courses to refine your technique, expand your versatility and continue growing as a confident, dynamic performer.

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