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Elementary Dance Studies

Four years to discover dance from its foundations: body, music and expression, at the age when it all begins.

The First Steps

Where it all begins: body, music and expression.

Elementary Dance Studies prioritise an understanding of dance and movement, as well as basic knowledge of musical language and the practice of dance both in groups and individually. This training develops artistic expression and provides a strong foundation for progression to Professional Dance Studies.

The teaching staff support and guide the learning process, fostering autonomy, artistic sensitivity and students’ personal development. Learning is structured progressively and tailored to each student’s individual characteristics, with the aim of developing both their technical and artistic abilities.

Technique is understood as an inseparable part of artistic expression, integrated into movement and serving interpretation. Assessment is continuous and individualised, evaluating progress and guiding teaching practice while encouraging reflection and students’ active participation in their own learning.

Before technique comes wonder: the first time the body discovers that it can speak, fall silent and sing all at once.

— Sobre las Enseñanzas Elementales

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The First Steps on Stage.

A visual journey through the initial training of Elementary Dance Studies students at C.P.D. Fortea Professional Dance Conservatory.

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Official and Regulated Training

Why Study Dance at a Conservatory?

Studying dance at a conservatory provides official training delivered by qualified teaching staff. Students not only learn technique, but also receive a complete and comprehensive artistic education combining practical and theoretical subjects.

Formación progresiva y estructurada

Specialist Teaching Staff

Individualised Support

Participation in Stage Performances

A Solid Foundation for Progression to Professional Dance Studies

Curriculum

Four Years. A Solid Foundation.

Years of Study

Subjects

Classical Dance

Introduction to the fundamentals of the Bolera School, Folklore and Flamenco Dance. It develops coordination, rhythm and body alignment, while fostering musicality and an understanding of the different styles of Spanish dance.

Spanish Dance

Music

Understanding musical language through singing, rhythm, listening and group practice. It develops musicality, memory and artistic sensitivity, all of which are essential for improving the quality of movement.

Weekly Teaching Hours by Year

The number of teaching hours increases progressively throughout the years. Students receive practical training as well as music applied to dance, ensuring continuous learning and appropriate technical development.

Subject / Year / Hours	1th	2th	3th	4th
Classical Dance	3 hrs	5 hrs	6 hrs	7 hrs
Spanish Dance	2 hrs	3 hrs	3 hrs	4 hrs
Music	1 hr	1 hr	1 hr	1 hr

Gallery

Learning through play, growing through dance.

Student Development

What Skills Will Your Child Develop?

During their training, students progressively develop different aspects of their physical and artistic growth. Values such as responsibility, concentration and teamwork are also encouraged.

Knowledge and Control of the Body

Strength, Flexibility and Endurance

Balance, Coordination and Precision

Musicality and Sense of Rhythm

Artistic Expression and Performance

Discipline, Perseverance and Good Work Habits

Responsibility and Concentration

Teamwork

In childhood, every class is a seed. What is nurtured patiently today will blossom into art tomorrow.

— Sobre las Enseñanzas Elementales

Teaching Methodology

What Are the Classes Like?

The dance class is structured around a progressive teaching process, adapted to the students’ age and stage of development. In the early years, the work focuses on developing body awareness, control, strength, proprioception, and an appropriate relationship with space and music.

This progressive approach helps students build a solid technical foundation, while respecting individual learning pace and ensuring the appropriate development of the physical and artistic abilities required to progress to Professional Dance Studies.

Body Awareness

The first classes focus on discovering the body: posture, breathing, control, strength and spatial awareness.

Technical and Artistic Foundation

Year by year, students build a solid technical foundation, progressing at an appropriate pace and preparing for Professional Dance Studies.

Student Profile

Curiosity, sensitivity and a desire to learn.

Students entering Elementary Dance Studies usually show a particular interest in dance and a clear motivation to develop their artistic training. No previous experience is required: an interest in movement, artistic sensitivity and a willingness to work are enough.

Interest in and Motivation for Dance

Effort, Perseverance and Commitment

Appropriate Aptitude for Dance Training

Artistic and Musical Sensitivity

Entrance Examination

What Does the Entrance Examination Assess?

To gain admission, applicants must pass an entrance examination designed to assess whether they have the aptitude required to undertake the course successfully. The examination takes the form of a practical class and evaluates each applicant’s potential.

Entry to Year 1

Year 1 Entrance Examination

The usual age for entry to Year 1 is around 8 years old. Official calls for applications are published each academic year with dates, requirements and content details.

Entry to Other Years

Entrance Examination for Entry to Other Years

Applicants must demonstrate mastery of the technical and artistic content corresponding to the levels below the year they wish to enter.

At What Age Do Students Start?

The usual age for entry to Year 1 is around 8 years old. The minimum age for the entrance examination is 8 and the maximum is 12, with both ages calculated as of the end of the calendar year in which the course begins.

Compatibility with Schooling

The programme is scheduled to be compatible with compulsory education, allowing students to combine school with artistic training from an early age.

Growing Together as a Community

A supportive environment in which to learn, share and build connections: dance also teaches students how to relate to others, show respect and develop trust.

Learning to dance as a child means learning to listen to the body, trust it and gradually transform it into a place where beauty resides.

— Sobre las Enseñanzas Elementales

Progression to Further Study

The first step towards a life in dance.

Elementary Dance Studies prepare students to progress to Professional Dance Studies, where they will specialise in their chosen discipline and consolidate a comprehensive artistic education.

Elementary Dance Studies

Where it all begins: body, music and expression.

The First Steps on Stage.

Why Study Dance at a Conservatory?

Four Years. A Solid Foundation.

Classical Dance

Spanish Dance

Music

Weekly Teaching Hours by Year

Learning through play, growing through dance.

What Skills Will Your Child Develop?

Knowledge and Control of the Body

Strength, Flexibility and Endurance

Balance, Coordination and Precision

Musicality and Sense of Rhythm

Artistic Expression and Performance

Discipline, Perseverance and Good Work Habits

Responsibility and Concentration

Teamwork

What Are the Classes Like?

Body Awareness

Technical and Artistic Foundation

Curiosity, sensitivity and a desire to learn.

Effort, Perseverance and Commitment

Appropriate Aptitude for Dance Training

Artistic and Musical Sensitivity

What Does the Entrance Examination Assess?

Year 1 Entrance Examination

Entrance Examination for Entry to Other Years

At What Age Do Students Start?

Compatibility with Schooling

Growing Together as a Community

The first step towards a life in dance.

After Completing Elementary Dance Studies

Access to Professional Dance Studies

Specialisation in Classical Dance

Specialisation in Spanish Dance

Specialisation in Flamenco Dance

Life Skills

Discipline and Good Work Habits

Artistic and Musical Sensitivity

Confidence and Body Awareness

Teamwork and Positive Relationships

Capacity for Hard Work and Self-Improvement

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