ABOUT
Complete ballet came from the idea that there are so many ways to enjoy ballet, it shouldn’t be limited to a traditional ballet class. We create opportunities through specially organised events, for people to come together to share their love of dance and experience it in lots of different ways -like having a lesson on stage or to live piano music, or watching it at the theatre or cinema. We put a real focus on social activities and events to get people connecting over ballet, especially with our over 55’s groups!
Our classes too allow dancers to tap into different aspects of ballet, such as folk dancing, fitness and core strength -all of which compliment ballet training and are perfect for anyone who wants to learn more, try something new or take their training to another level.
About
Rebecca Yates
Rebecca Yates is the founder and principal teacher of Complete Ballet and freelance dance teacher with the Royal Academy of Dance.
Rebecca joined the Kathleen Burdon School of Ballet at the age of 6 years and progressed through the full Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) examination syllabus, achieving the Level 4 Diploma (Advanced Two) in 2013 to complete her dance training. In 2012, Rebecca achieved Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance which qualified her to teach dance and train and enter pupils for all RAD examinations. She has since become officially licenced to teach RAD’s Silver Swans®️ to adults and older learners and is also a qualified instructor for Progressing Ballet Technique ®️. In 2019, she was accepted as a Practical Teaching Supervisor for the RAD to assess and support trainee dance teachers.
Whether you are looking to join a dance class yourself or to find one for your child, you don’t just want a good teacher, you want the best.
Development
RAD Registered teachers must keep their skills and knowledge up to date through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses and activities and Rebecca has completed additional training in:
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RAD syllabi and examinations criteria
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RAD Silver Swans®️
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Classical ballet technique
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Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT®️)
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Floor Barre
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Pointe shoe fitting
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Inclusive dance practice
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Managing exam stress and performance anxiety
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First Aid and Paediatric Certificate
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Safeguarding
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Biomechanics (for dance)
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Classroom and behaviour management
As a Registered Teacher, Rebecca has a full DBS check and follows the Royal Academy of Dance Code of Professional Practice and Code of Conduct. You can see Complete Ballet policies on our home page here.
Performance experience
As a pupil of Kathleen Burdon, Rebecca took part in a number of workshops and classes taught by professional and experienced dancers, including Wayne Sleep. She has danced on stage with the school in the roles of Princess Florina and the Fairy of the Woodland Glade in Sleeping Beauty and as Giselle, after which she was awarded the Gordon Fraser Dance Award for her performance. Rebecca also danced the Nutcracker pas de deux with guest performer Wai-Lum Sung for a production by the Marion Lewis School of Dance.
