About Us

History Of Steppin' Out Academy Of Performance

Steppin' Out was founded in 1991 by Principal Angela Harris. Originally based at Hamworthy Liberal Hall the school moved to St Michael's Church Hall and finally to its existing location at Carter Community Sports College, Hamworthy in 1995.  Due to demand Steppin' Out opened a branch in Bournemouth and in 2008 Steppin' Out has a sister academy in Ringwood the LJ Academy.

What Training The Academy Offers

1. I.S.T.D Ballet: Recognised by all the top dance colleges. A syllabi to stretch the pupil and challenge independent learning.
2. I.S.T.D. Modern: A West End style of dance with links to contemporary & street jazz.
3. I.S.T.D. Tap: Exciting tap grades to produce the top standard.
4. Jazz: Free jazz classes to advance the students and prepare them for audition techniques.
5. Singing: Group lessons to encourage confidence and increase portfolios.


6. MTC Squad: Group lessons to prepare for the world of cabaret and musical theatre.
7. Full - Time Performing Arts Programme: Separate details available.
8. Teacher training at FDI & CDE level: Separate details available.
9. Opportunities to perform: Students have the chance to perform in shows, demonstrations and displays. Steppin' Out has its own cabaret troupe that perform regularly in the professional world giving valuable experience.
10. Competition & Festival Work: Allowing more experience and giving the pupil's confidence & audition skills.

The Staff

Principal: Angela Harris L.I.S.T.D

   

Angela was trained at Bush Davies and went on to dance professionally appearing internationally. Having already won many awards during her training for her choreography she went on to qualify as a teacher for the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing.

Angela spent a year in Bermuda both teaching and choreographing including a performance for Irena Baronova at Bermuda's premier theatre. On her return to England the school continued to flourish and she has choreographed for pantomimes, corporate events and holiday parks.  Angela has worked with influential people in the theatre and showbiz world such as Alvin Stardust, Roy Hudd, Billy Dainty, Judy Nunn and Jeremy Spake to name but a  few.

Angela is now a recognised tutor for the new teaching qualifications and holds the Licentiate quaification in ballet and modern.

Teacher: Gina Barnard C.D.E

Gina was trained locally and joined Steppin' Out to train as a teacher where she gained the new teaching qualification with top marks. Gina has appeared in pantomime, cabaret and for a top modelling agency.  She has had experience teaching all forms of dance and is delighted to be working at Steppin' Out