CAIRNS WINTER SYLLABUS INTENSIVE 2025

DATES

July School Holidays Week 2 - Monday 7 July to Saturday 12 July 2025

Please scroll down to see full timetable.

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY - Please read the Terms and Conditions listed at the bottom of this page and on the flyer.

VENUE

Turning Pointe Dance Studios - 240 Hartley St, Cairns QLD

ABOUT

These school holidays, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) invites students to participate in a series of ballet classes, led by an experienced RAD examiner who is an expert in the RAD syllabus.

These classes focus on coaching the syllabus and improving the dancers' skills, technique, musicality and artistry. They are a great way to keep up fitness during the school holidays, prepare before RAD exams, meet new people, and enjoy a special school holiday experience. ​​​

Don't miss this great opportunity to receive expert tuition from experienced RAD examiners and tutors, and improve your ballet skills.

Be quick - classes numers are limited!

Register ASAP and before Tuesday 1 July at 8AM

Please note, students can attend the Intensive even if they don't have full knowledge of their level yet. Ideally students attending the Intensive should have a sound knowledge of the syllabus and their chosen dances/variations, however this is not a pre-requisite. Students are welcome to attend if they can copy/follow along with the other students and don’t expect to be taught the syllabus – this Intensive is for coaching.

CLASSES

Syllabus Classes - Grade 1 to 5, Intermediate Foundation to Advanced 2

TEACHER VIEWING

This is an opportunity for RAD teachers to observe the guest tutors and grow their own knowledge and skill, to take back into their own studios. Scroll down for times. Please book in advance, via the button on the right hand side of this page.

TUTOR

Alinta Mcrae

Alinta started her training in Perth and at 16 years moved to Sydney for full-time training with Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy. She completed her RAD Advanced 2 Exam with Distinction and also achieved her RAD Solo Seal. Alinta performed with the Sydney Youth Ballet Company and toured overseas, where she was offered scholarships to prestigious schools in Hamburg and Stuttgart. In 1996, Alinta competed in the Genee Awards in London and the Prix de Lausanne in Switzerland. Alinta accepted a scholarship from the John Cranko Schule in Stuttgart, Germany and graduated with an Advanced Diploma of Dance in 1998. She performed in several performances in Stuttgart, including the Gold Fairy in Sleeping Beauty, In the Middle of Somewhat Elevated (William Forsyth), La Bayadere and Pineapple Poll. She also performed with the Stuttgart Ballet in Swan Lake and Taming of the Shrew.  After graduating, Alinta was offered a voluntary contract with the Stuttgart Ballet and Queensland Ballet professional year. Alinta attained Distinctions for both her RAD Student Teacher's and Registered Teacher’s Certificate.  She has been an RAD Mentor for teachers who successfully received their CBTS teaching qualifications. From 2013-2020 Alinta was the Co–director of Dance Classique. Since resigning in June, Alinta has been teaching classes and taking private coaching throughout Perth.

TIMETABLE: Monday 7 to Saturday 12 July 2025

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Entries are via Trybooking only and close when classes reach capacity or at 8AM Tuesday 1 July

• The entry fee is non-refundable for change-of-mind or clashes with other commitments, bookings are not transferable and late entries cannot be accepted.

• A refund is only available if a written request is made to the event organiser and accompanied by a medical certificate prior to 5pm on the day prior to the Intensive start date, outlining that the student can no longer attend.

• The Academy reserves the right to alter the advertised program, faculty, venue and/or method of delivery without prior notice. The information in this and other printed or electronic brochures/notices was correct at the time of publication.

• If the activity is cancelled full refunds will be paid.

• Students should attend all classes for their level, and part-payment or part- refunds are not possible for any days missed.

• Ideally students attending the Intensive should have a sound knowledge of the syllabus and their chosen dances/variations, however this is not a pre-requisite. Students are welcome to attend if they can copy/follow along with the other students and don’t expect to be taught the syllabus – this course is for coaching.

• Students are to wear examination attire in all classes, and props should be brought and used for dances where applicable (character shoes and skirts, pointe shoes, half tutus).

• For safeguarding purposes, students must be in street attire and shoes before they leave the venue.

• RAD should be notified in writing of any medical conditions when enrolling students in the Intensive. Students participate at their own risk.

• It is the student’s and/or parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to ensure all appropriate medical and health arrangements are in place for the student prior to attendance at the Intensive.

• In the event of a medical emergency, RAD staff will obtain medical assistance as required.

• By entering this Intensive participants agree that they may appear in photographic images taken during the Intensive that may be used for promotional and/or reporting purposes, unless they inform RAD otherwise.

• The RAD has safeguarding policy and procedures in place. Some physical contact may be necessary by a member of the faculty to demonstrate exercises or if a member of staff needs to administer first aid. Students attending do so at their own risk.

• Parents/Guardians are responsible for students’ travel to and from the venue. Students must be collected by a parent/guardian immediately after the completion of their class. Should you give your child permission to leave the venue without parent supervision, please notify Event Organiser.

• Teachers attending the Teacher Viewing must not talk or distract the tutor and/or students during the class or take away from the primary delivery of the Intensive.

• The purpose of this event is to offer a valuable experience that rewards, encourages and inspires young students to continue pursuing their passion for dance. Our expectation is that all involved (RAD staff, teachers, volunteers, candidates, and family members) adhere to our Codes of Conduct.