We are a Dance and Drama School based in Ware, Hertfordshire, Having been unable to do face to face classes for the past few months, I can say that we are all looking forward to being back in the studio again this Autumn. DancePro Academy will be taking precautions, following the venue and government, of course.
As soon as the government advise we are able to return face to face we will however if this is prolonged in anyway, classes will always be available online via Zoom. We are always welcoming new students and continue to encourage every child, giving them the opportunity to express themselves online or in the studio.
As soon as the government advise we are able to return face to face we will however if this is prolonged in anyway, classes will always be available online via Zoom. We are always welcoming new students and continue to encourage every child, giving them the opportunity to express themselves online or in the studio.
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Founded by Gill Grueber, DancePro Academy brings the love of dance and performing arts to all its students, aged 3 to young adult. DancePro Academy offers term-time classes in many genres for children and teens, including baby ballet for students as young as 2.5 years, exams in ISTD Modern Theatre, Ballet and Tap.
All your dance wear can be purchased here! If there is something that you would like and cannot see, or a size which you are struggling to buy, feel free to ask me so I can order it in. As well as dance wear uniform for the ISTD classes, we have all your dance wear needs. Accessories for your hair, bags, notebooks and so much more can be purchased here or through your parent portal.
Miss Lydia is a professional performer based in Hertfordshire. She trained in Commercial, tap, ballet, acting, musical theatre and jazz at Performers College in Essex, graduating in 2019. She is a very enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate performer who also loves to teach and pass on knowledge she has learnt from the industry.
She graduated with three complete DDE's under the ISTD. Also with experience in many dance genres and experience of choreographing at different levels. By training at a performing arts college Miss Jodie has experienced a high standard of dance training and also gained all her teaching qualifications.
I have been with DancePro Academy since it first began; I was just 12 years old! I first started as a student myself, taking part in a summer school that Miss Gill had hosted to launch DancePro Academy. Because the school was so young, there were no other students my age and so I began helping on Wednesdays with ballet, tap and modern.
Reviews (18)
Allie Bailey
Mar 29, 2021
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Catherine Saunders
Mar 28, 2021
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
A great range of classes and the loveliest staff. Miss Gill is a superstar, she's so full of joy and she's brilliant with all the kids, so kind and patient. My daughter has really grown in confidence in the three years she's been at Dance Pro.
A great range of classes and the loveliest staff. Miss Gill is a superstar, she's so full of joy and she's brilliant with all the kids, so kind and patient. My daughter has really grown in confidence in the three years she's been at Dance Pro.
Kelly Evans
Mar 26, 2021
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Positive: Quality
My Daughter has been with Dance pro for 3 years now. She has loved it from minute one. She has made progress through the classes, has grown in confidence and has developed a real love for dancing. Miss Gill and the team are wonderful. Kind, patient and nurturing. I can’t recommend enough
My Daughter has been with Dance pro for 3 years now. She has loved it from minute one. She has made progress through the classes, has grown in confidence and has developed a real love for dancing. Miss Gill and the team are wonderful. Kind, patient and nurturing. I can’t recommend enough
Charlotte Armitage
Mar 25, 2021
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Mary Warlow
Mar 25, 2021
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Emma Santer
Mar 22, 2021
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My daughter has been with DancePro for nearly 5 years she does ballet, tap and modern and absolutely loves them all along with the friends she has met and the amazing teachers. They have helped her to gain confidence even do a show and exams and all the while with a smile on her face! The teachers are highly skilled, knowledgeable, friendly and… patient and Miss Gill is unbelievably dedicated to her students offering help and advice always. During the pandemic Miss Gill has been so accommodating and she and the other teachers have kept the children happy, entertained and inspired all over
Claudette M.
Mar 21, 2021
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My 7yr old daughter has been attending DancePro musical theatre for a few years now. From the beginning she has looked forward to her lessons with Miss Gill. She has fun with her DancePro friends whilst also taking part in the yearly show at Hertford theatre and achieving success in her Lamda exams. During lockdown the zoom lessons and workshops were a welcome opportunity to keep learning but also to see some familiar faces. Thank you for all your efforts and looking forward to F2F lessons soon.
Emma Waltham
Mar 20, 2021
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I can't recommend DancePro Academy highly enough. My daughter loves her classes, with lots of choice available - she's taken classes in ballet, modern, tap and street dance. The teachers are very engaging and she has done very well in her dance exams thanks to their support. She also has the opportunity to take part in performances - including two at Hertford Theatre - which she thoroughly enjoyed. It's a very friendly dance school, which my daughter has attended for five years now, which speaks for itself!
Sandra Chester
Mar 16, 2021
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Catherine Saunders
Mar 16, 2021
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Kelly Evans
Mar 16, 2021
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Michelle Moreno
Feb 25, 2021
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My five year old takes the musical theatre and street dance class with Miss Lydia, he is so engaged and excited every week. Thank you so much, he loves all the songs you pick and the games you do. He is just growing with creativity. It’s a joy to watch his happiness. Very grateful, you are all smashing it!
Michelle Moreno
Feb 24, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism
My 5 year old has lessons twice a week and it’s the only time he stays engaged for 45 minutes, he loooovvveeesss it and excited every week for the classes. They are fun, creative and taught be awesome teachers. Wanted to say huge thanks, you made a little boy confident in being himself. 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🙏
My 5 year old has lessons twice a week and it’s the only time he stays engaged for 45 minutes, he loooovvveeesss it and excited every week for the classes. They are fun, creative and taught be awesome teachers. Wanted to say huge thanks, you made a little boy confident in being himself. 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🙏
Kayleigh Short
Nov 23, 2018
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Danielle Coe
Dec 30, 2017
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My little one has always enjoyed attending baby ballet, but I was impressed during watch week - not only with my little one's ability but also the whole class. Gill's ability to control all of the little ones whilst also getting them to enjoy and learn ballet was impressive!!! Couldn't wish for a better class
Emma Maslanka
Dec 05, 2016
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Lauren Grace
Sep 23, 2016
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My daughter loves mini musical theatre! She looks forward to her class every week. Gill is a fantastic teacher and keeps all the children engaged and highly entertained . Gill deserves a medal controlling all the rowdy toddlers😂
We are keen to start ballet in the new year!!!
I would highly recommend Dance Pro Academy to anyone. Thanks Gill xx
We are keen to start ballet in the new year!!!
I would highly recommend Dance Pro Academy to anyone. Thanks Gill xx
Lauren Grace
Jul 19, 2016
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My daughter Bethanie has completed her first Mini Musical Theatre term......she absolutely loves it!!! We have just had the toddler version of 'Shoo fly don't bother me' whilst having our dinner in the garden. Nicely started by the a pesky fly which landed on her plate. In her short time at the class she has learnt all the songs along with the actions. Gill is a fantastic teacher and Bethanie can not wait for the class to start again after summer!!! x
