Beyond the Studio – Explore More with LA Dance
At LA Dance Academy, the journey doesn’t stop at weekly classes. We’re proud to offer a wide range of exciting opportunities that help our dancers grow, connect, and shine beyond the studio. From joining our dynamic Festival Team and attending glamorous Awards Nights, to performing in spectacular shows, enjoying fun-filled discos, taking part in creative summer schools, and getting involved in meaningful fundraising events, there’s something for everyone. This page is your gateway to discovering all the ways you can be part of our vibrant dance community!
Festival Team
As our dancers continue to develop their skills and confidence, they may be invited to join the LA Dance Festival Team, a fantastic opportunity to compete and showcase their talent across the South East, including festivals in Thanet, Dover, Canterbury, and Medway. This experience allows students to shine in solo, duet, and group performances, building not only their stage presence but also their personal growth. While medals and awards are a wonderful bonus, our focus is on confidence, creativity, and development. Being part of the Festival Team is a celebration of progress, passion, and the joy of performing.
Our students compete in the following sections:
Ballet
Tap
Lyrical
Modern
Character
World Dances
Song & Dance
Contemporary
Vocal
Our singing students also perform in the Thanet Singing Festival each year.
Awards and shows
Half-term workshops, masterclasses, boot camps
and summer schools.
Annual school awards ceremony
Audition Support
Annual summer shows
Christmas concert
Supporting the community
Halloween, Easter and Christmas parties.
Local fetes and carnivals
Annual St Nicholas at Wade Firework night
Birchington Christmas Fair
Fundraising events
Discos
