Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend ZAD?

 4 – 21 Year Olds.

How will the class level be decided?

Our experienced teachers will make the decision after spending the class with them.

Are students moved about the classes and do they have chance to move up the levels?

Yes.  Classes are regularly monitored and any student we feel should be in a different level are moved throughout the term.  This is always at the discretion of the teacher(s).

Can I leave my child and return at the end of the class?

Yes.  In addition to the teachers on site, there is always a School Manager present.  They will always have the ‘in case of emergency’ contact numbers for every member of the school.

Do the students receive breaks throughout the classes?

Yes.  Teachers will always allocate 5-10 minute breaks throughout the session allowing time to get snacks and drinks.

Are there any snacks or drinks served at the school?

No.  Students should bring their own snacks and drinks for the classes.  We always recommend water as the best way to stay hydrated throughout.

What should students wear?

Anything that is comfortable.  Trainers (outdoors shoes are permitted), tracksuit bottoms and t-shirts are the best combination.

NB NO DENIM TO BE WORN IN CLASS.

Is there any merchandise/uniform to buy?

There are ZooNation t-shirts and hoodies available to buy every week at the school but uniform is not compulsory.

• T-shirts - £10/£15
• Hoodies - £20/£25 

Yes.  Cash or cheques made payable to ZooNation Academy of Dance Ltd are accepted.  We do not have the facility for card payments at the school.

Can I pay online?

Yes. Click here to pay via PayPal.

How many students are in each class and is there a limit?

There are currently around 28 students in each class.  30 students per class is the limit.

Are the teachers members of ZooNation Dance Company?

Most of the teachers at ZAD will have performed for ZooNation at some point.  All of the teachers, however, will have had professional performance experience, which we believe adds to their teaching skills and is what makes ZAD truly unique.

Teachers will have been seen in Into the Hoods, Pied Piper, StreetDance 3D:The Movie, So You Think You Can Dance, as well as dancing for many different artists including Janet Jackson, Beyonce, Black Eyed Peas, Rihanna, Amerie, Kylie Minogue and Cheryl Cole.

Do the same teachers teach each week?

For the Under 8’s class and beginners class we have the same teacher each week as we believe it is important to lay a strong foundation and consistency plays a major part in doing this.

For the rest of the levels, teachers rotate each week so students are given a chance to learn a wide range of styles.

All teachers are CRB checked and have a wealth of both performance and teaching experience.

Are the classes just Hip Hop/Street Dance or are any other styles covered?

Just Hip Hop and Street Dance.  However, this covers a wide range of styles within itself from locking and popping to nu skool, house and break dance.  All these elements are taught at ZAD

Does the school work toward any performances?

Yes.  We have an annual Christmas show that the school will work toward from September.  The 2011 show will be held in the Lillian Baylis Studio Theatre, Sadlers Wells.  Tickets will be open to general public for purchase. 

http://www.sadlerswells.com/book.asp?link=https://tickets.sadlerswells.com/performances.asp?SHOid=1396

What other opportunities are there at the school?

There are often casting directors and choreographers visiting the school, so students have the chance to take part in different music videos, commercials and theatre productions etc.

Past and current students took part in the 2010 M & S Christmas commercial, danced for Joe McElderry, Oghan Euigg, Flashmob performance at Southbank Centre as well as being part of the cast of Into the Hoods.

There are also opportunities for students to audition for ZooNation Youth Company the sister company of ZooNation Dance Company.

Does ZooNation hold any holiday workshops?

Yes.  We run an Easter and Summer Academy each year.  This is a week long intensive course held in Central London with a short showcase of the work learnt during the week for friends and family. For further info please click here.