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  • Welcome to Moray Dance ✨💜

    Please use this welcome pack as a Q&A on our Classes, Prices, Exams/Class Awards and Shows/Performances.

  • Class Information 

  • Q. Contact Information
    A.
    07792066268
    info@moraydance.co.uk
    https://moraydance.co.uk

    What's App Group Chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DTw4hWTbQYyDpRZM7QXhXL

  • Q. Enrolement Link
    A. 
    https://app.classmanager.com/classes/moray-dance 

  • Q. What style of dance do you offer? 
    A.

    1. Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Ballet https://www.royalacademyofdance.org
    2. Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing https://dt.istd.org/find-a/teachers/?dance-style=&location=Elgin&distance=&name=&age-level=&search=true 
    3. Acrobatic Arts https://www.acrobaticarts.com/certified-studios
    4. UDO Street https://www.udostreetdance.com 
    5. Lil Beatz https://lilbeatz.com/class/moray-dance-124 
    6. I-path https://i-path.org 
    7. Highland Hustle https://highlandhustle.com 
    8. International Dance Rewards  https://internationaldancerewards.com 
    9. Progressing Ballet Technique https://www.pbt.dance/en 
    10. Contemporary 
    11. Private lessons on request 

  • Q. What age range do you teach from? 
    A.
    From strong walkers - 18 years. We currently don't have any adult classes available but we hope this may change in the future.

  • Q. What prices are the classes? 
    A. 
    30 mins - £5.00
    40 mins - £6.00
    60 mins - £7.00
    75 mins - £9.00
    1.5 hours - £11.00

  • Q. Is there a registration fee? 
    A. 
    No.

  • Q. What locations are the classes? 
    A. 
    Elgin - Studios 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
    Address - Moray Sports Centre, Linkwood Road, Elgin, IV30 8AR

    Forres - Upper Games Hall
    Address - Forres House (Communtiy Centre), High Street, Forres, IV36 1BU

    Lossiemouth High School - Dance Studio
    Address - Coulardbank Road, Lossiemouth, IV31 6JU

  • Q. Do you offer trial classes? 
    A. 
    All new dancers, or existing dancers trying a new class, only pay for the first 3 weeks initially. This is to ensure your dancer, you and the teacher are all happy before committing to the term. After the 3 weeks, if everyone is happy then you pay for the remaining balance. The invoice will always be for the full term (usually 8 weeks), but please only pay for 3 weeks.

  • Q. How do I pay? 
    A. 
    Payements can be made via cash or bank transfer. Please use your dancers full name or the invoice number as a reference.

    Moray Dance 
    08-92-50
    63180190
    Co-Operative Bank

  • Q. Can I pay in full, monthly or weekly? 
    A. 
    Yes. Payments can be made in full, monthly or weekly.

  • Q. Classes & Weather 
    A. 
    When the weather gets snowy / icy / high winds etc please check your emails (junk) or social media for updates on classes.

    If nothing is said / posted then classes are on as usual.
    That being said, the safety of our dancers / drivers is our main important priority, and so, if you do not wish to come to class then please drop us an email or txt on 07792066268.

  • Q. Can I purchase uniform from Moray Dance? 
    A. 
    Yes. We suggest that new dancers settle for the first 3 weeks, wearing anything comfortable, moveable but nothing long. If they enjoy the class and and wish to continue then please use the following link to order:

    https://form.jotform.com/252161182397357 

    All classes require hair to be tied back and off the face. All jewellery is to be removed or taped. 

  • Q. Where can we change our dancer?
    A. 
    All our venues are open to the public. Please use the toilets / changing areas provided to change your dancer. This is for their safety.

  • Q. It's my first class, where do I go? 
    A. 
    Moray Sports Centre - please wait downstairs in the seating area until Mrs Wie or Miss Stephanie comes to collect you.

    Forres House - please mask your way to the door of the Upper Games Hall door.

    Lossiemouth High School - please make your way to the door of the Dance Studio.

    Not sure who the MD Team is? Check out the website here; https://moraydance.co.uk/about-us/ 

  • Q. Venue Facilities
    A. 

    Moray Sports Centre - 

    • Has a cafe and vending machine. Whlist the cafe is open customers are asked not to bring in their own food and drinks.
    • Water for dancers is fine.
    • Lift available.
    • Has two waiting areas.
    • Is dog friendly in the waiting area as soon as you come into the building.
    • Has a park outside.
    • The upstairs gym area is for Members Only. Please do not sit or allow children to climb on the equipment. 
    • Please do not to wait right outside the Studio doors.

    Forres House - 

    • Has a cafe
    • Waiting area is outside the Upper Games Hall.
    • Lift available.
    • Libary inside building.

    Lossiemouth High School - 

    • Waiting area down the corridor. Please refrain from standing right outside the Dance Studio door, this districts the dancers.
    • Lift available.

    All venues have parking. Please do not park in the disabled parking unless you have a blue care.

  • Q. Can I opt out or in for consent regarding photos and videos? 
    A. 
    Yes. Please always ensure your dancers portal is up to date. This is where the teachers will look before taking photos or videos in class.

    https://app.classmanager.com/portal/moray-dance/login 

     

    If you are invited in to watch or participate in your dancers class you MUST ask for the teachers permission to take photos ano videos. Not every child and adult will have given consent and it is a safe guarding issue if photos and videas are taken. Please help us protect our dancers.

  • Q. Can I go into class with my dancer?
    A. 
    For all dancers in our Baby Ballet & Lil Tumblers classes grownups are invited to participate within the class.
    For all other classes we try to encourage grownups to stay in the waiting area. However, if your dancer is new we fully understand and support you coming in within the first week or two to show encouragement. If after 5/10mis they are showing signs of being ready then you can slip out of the class and wait, hidden from view or go downstairs. 

    We have worked very hard with our dancers to ensure they feel comfortable, confident and safe at all times as this is our one of our primary priorities.

    We ask that only one grownup goes in with each dancer, especially in our busier classes. We do understand that both parents/guardians would like to watch. A suggestion of one parent watching half the class and then swapping, or changing week by week is always a good compromise, especially if the classes are busy.
    We are also encouraging siblings not to come along, although we understand this may not always be possible. Where siblings do come along please ensure they do not join in. It is not the teacher's responsibility to ensure this happens.

    The upstairs gym area in Moray Sports Centre is for Members Only. Please do not to wait right outside the Studio doors.

  • Q. Studios, Coached Hub and Cycle Room
    A. 
    Water only. No hot drinks or food.

  • Q. What are the term dates? 
    A. 
    Spring

    Term Starts:Monday 5 January 2026
    Term Ends: Saturday 28 March 2026

    * No classes: Saturday 31 January 2026
    * No classes: Thursday 12, Friday 13 and Saturday 14 February 2026

    Easter Holidays ~ 2 Weeks Off

    Summer

    Term Starts: Monday 13 April 2026
    Term Ends: Saturday 4 July 2026

    Summer Show - Monday 6 - Sunday 12 July 2026.
    Potential open rehearsal Sunday 28 June & Sunday 5 July 2026.

    Summer Holidays ~ 5 Weeks Off

    Autumn 

    Term Starts: Monday 17 August 2026
    Term Ends: Saturday 10 October 2026

    Ocotber Holidays ~ 2 Weeks Off

    Winter

    Term Starts: Monday 26 October 2026
    Term Ends: Saturday 19 December 2026

     

  • Q. Where can I view up and coming events/classes/ dates? 
    A. 
    https://moraydance.co.uk/calendar/

  • Q. Is my dancers space kept at the end of a term? 
    A. 
    Yes. Your dancer will automatically be enrolled for the next term.

  • Q. Notice for leaving.
    A. 
    We require 3 weeks notice if you dancer wishes to leave a class. 

  • Q. Is there a late fee payment? 
    A. 
    Yes. Any invoice not settled by the last day of term will incurr an additional fee.

  • Q. Credits / Refunds
    A. 
    Credits / Refunds (full or partial) for missing classes are only given if there is a medical emergency or if Moray Dance cancels the class. For all weather related cancellations (snow / high wind) partial credits / refunds will be given.

  • Royal Academy of Dance (Ballet)

    Exam/Class Award Information 

  • Q. What is a Class Award? 
    A.

    The Class Award Syllabus is for Pre Primary Ballet and above, who take one class a week.

    All candidates must be aged 5+, there are a few exceptions but this is solely for the teacher to decide.

    A selection of exercises and one dance is shown.

    The Class Award is led by the teacher - this happens in a face to face setting or filmed.

    Each candidate will receive a broad indication of the standard achieved as well as a medal.

     

  • Q. What is an Exam? 
    A.

    The Examination Syllabus at Moray Dance starts from Grade 1 and above, who take two classss a week.

    Candidates must show all set exam syllabus.

    For face to face Examinations the teacher is not in the room.

    Each candidate will be marked as per the examination criteria.

    They receive a % mark, this is then put against a level achieved (fail, pass, merit, high merit, distinction, high distinction), they will also receive a medal.

     

  • Royal Academy of Dance & Other Exam Bodies Information

  • Q. How often do you do sessions? 
    A.

    It really depends. Since Covid-19 filmed sessions have become an option which has its pros ie, we get to choose the date, times etc.

    However, our last RAD two exam sessions have been face to face, and although we require a minimum amount of hours / payment it really makes the experience more official for our dancers. 

  • Q. Does my dancer have to take part? 
    A.

    No. As always, there is the option not to take part. Your dancer will continue to learn the work in class as usual, and as long as they progress and commit they will move up with their peers.

  • Q. Where are the extra lessons, mock and session held? 
    A.

    Either Moray Sports Centre or Hopeman Mermorial Hall. All of the extra lessons and mocks are compulsory, they are not instead of the weekly classes. 

    * Moray Dance reserves the right to withdraw a dancer from the session if their attendance is not consistent. 

  • Q. How much does it cost? 
    A.

    There is a fee payable to Moray Dance, and it will vary depending on the amount of dancers taking part.
    This fee covers the extra lessons, mock and session hall hire, the teachers wage and any other expenses that may occur. 
    This fee is non-refundable.  

    There will be an RAD Class Award or Examination Fee, it will vary depending on the Grade.   
    This fee goes straight to the RAD and once the session is booked is non-refundable.

  • Q. Uniform
    A.

    Each Grade has a set uniform. 
    Hair must be in a slick back classic bun using matching hair colour grips, bobbles and bun nets. 
    No jewellery or nail varnish. 
    No fake tattoos. 

  • SHOW INFORMATION 

  • Q. What is a show? 
    A.

    Moray Dance now puts on a show each year. With Elgin Town Hall shut we have relocated to Findhorn Foundation, Universal Hall. 

    The show's give dancers the opportunity to perform on stage in front of an audience. We have full costume, lighting, sound and choreography. 

    Our 2025 show was split into three. Minis, Juniors and Seniors. Each one had a different theme. 

  • Q. When are the shows? 
    A.

    Generally the shows are the last week of the summer school term or the first week of the summer school holidays. It fully depends on the staff and venue availability. 

    We have a 'Show Week'. Rehearsals are on the Monday - Friday, different dances / time slots, dress and tech rehearsals, and the shows are on the Saturday and Sunday. 

    All rehearsals are compulsory as well as weekly classes. 

    Our 2026 show week is Monday 6 - Sunday 11 July.

  • Q. What are the show costings? 
    A.

    Show Fee 

    There is a non refundable show fee payable to Moray Dance which covers the venue hire, lighting and sound. Our 2025 show fee was £40.00 per dancer. 

    Costumes 

    Some costumes are Buy to Keep, some are Hired.

    Buy to Keep costumes range from £10.00 -30.00

    Hired costumes range from £10.00 - 20.00

    All hired costumes will incur a fee if it is lost, damaged or altered. 

    Tickets

    Tickets are sold via Ticketsource and range between £10.00 - £12.00

    Show T-Shirts

    These are not compulsory but are available to purchase. Prices range from £10.00 - £12.00 

  • Q. What is a Show Helper? 
    A.

    We rely on grownup helpers to ensure the shows run safely and efficiently. 

    • Back stage with the dancers; toilet runs, costume changes, entertaining (especially the younger ones) but the main priority is keeping our dancers safe.
    • Front of house; selling raffles, selling programmes, selling ice creams / tuck
    • Ticket checkers; ensuring those coming to watch have a ticket 
    • Car parking attendants; ensuring the traffic flows and everyone finds a car parking space 
    • Auditorium door watch; watching the doors that go into the auditorium 

  • Q. What is the Grownup Dance? 
    A.

    This is an opportunity for our dancers and their grownups to shine on the stage together. 

    Moves are learnt via videos to start with then we arrange classes to fine tune the dance. 

    Grownups attend the rehearsals if possible and are there to perform for the shows. 

    Grownups generally wear a show tshirt, black trousers / leggings and comfortable footwear. 

  • Q. Is the Show filmed? 
    A.

    Yes, the show is filmed by a local videographer. Once the film is ready for our 2025 show we will then send it away and have it uploaded onto a USB. These are on sale for £15.00, they have all 3 shows. 

    It is really important to remember that no photos or videos are allowed during the show. It is a preach of our safeguarding policy. 

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