Guest kella Posted September 2, 2005 Report Share Posted September 2, 2005 Anyone done an adult course here? I've just signed up for the current one with Ms Berry. But I've never been before. I'd like to know a bit more about what it's like and any personal experiences.. Quote Link to comment
Guest london_dancer Posted September 5, 2005 Report Share Posted September 5, 2005 what day is that on? I about to start the 14 week course on wednesdays Quote Link to comment
Dance_Scholar_London Posted September 5, 2005 Report Share Posted September 5, 2005 Don't know much about the adult course, I have only attended the vocational classes (intermed, adv 1) Quote Link to comment
Brendan McCarthy Posted September 5, 2005 Report Share Posted September 5, 2005 I've gone to these classes and can really recommend them. They're well taught, and the class size is reasonable - 12 to 15 on an average evening. I've straddled the beginners and intermediate classes - I begin to struggle once we go to the centre in the intermediate classes. I've coped by taking the beginners' classes and as much of the intermediate class as I can manage without over-extending myself. They deserve to be more popular and I'm surprised (and a little relieved) that the numbers are still relatively light. Quote Link to comment
jane s Posted September 7, 2005 Report Share Posted September 7, 2005 They deserve to be more popular and I'm surprised (and a little relieved) that the numbers are still relatively light. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This may be because the RAD HQ is such a nightmare place to get to (i.e. not on the tube!) That is certainly the thing that has stopped me even thinking about going there. In that part of town in rush hour it is quicker to walk than take the bus! Jane Quote Link to comment
Dance_Scholar_London Posted September 7, 2005 Report Share Posted September 7, 2005 I just can second Jane, from Russel Square (where I live) it takes me about 1,5 hours to get there. It is really a nightmare, especially as the bus 239 is not very reliable. Quote Link to comment
Guest kella Posted September 7, 2005 Report Share Posted September 7, 2005 hmm i was planning to get one of the south eastern trains from victoria and then walkfrom the station. Does anyone think this would take an unreasonable amount of time? I guess I will find out hey I'm really looking forward to these classes. I think it will make a change from my usual Tuesday class which I'll be giving up for the duration as I won't be 'jumping in the middle'. I won't have to worry about trying to learn something I'm just not ready for yet.....eg. pirouette's (phew) I think the extra travel is worth it if it helps me get a better understanding of the real basics of ballet. Brendan M, thank you for recommending this class, you've set my mind at ease Quote Link to comment
Dance_Scholar_London Posted September 7, 2005 Report Share Posted September 7, 2005 I would say its about 20 min (fast) walk from Clapham Junction, maybe even longer. The 239 goes from there as well, so you can always jump on a bus - or walk if there is no bus service. Quote Link to comment
Guest kella Posted September 19, 2005 Report Share Posted September 19, 2005 right, so i know where it is now - only....which building do i go into!!! Quote Link to comment
Dance_Scholar_London Posted September 19, 2005 Report Share Posted September 19, 2005 Why don't you try the main reception and they will point you towards your studio ;-) Quote Link to comment
Guest london_dancer Posted September 20, 2005 Report Share Posted September 20, 2005 I just can second Jane, from Russel Square (where I live) it takes me about 1,5 hours to get there. It is really a nightmare, especially as the bus 239 is not very reliable. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> how does it take you that long? from finsbury park its around that on one bus. I suppose its getting to the victoria line. Isn't it expensive living in Russell Sq, thats where i'd like to live. Quote Link to comment
Dance_Scholar_London Posted September 20, 2005 Report Share Posted September 20, 2005 As I stated before, I have sometimes to wait for more that 30 min for the 239. Of course there were times when it comes straight away but that is more an exception. It also depends on time of the day. I attended the class from 5 - 5:15 and roads are really crowded... Yup living at Russel Square is expensive but I want to live close to the conservatoire - saves me a lot of travel time and money :-) Quote Link to comment
R.Mc Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 (edited) It took me about 1 ish hours from Richmond- and yes the most time consuming part of the journey was the wait for the 239 at Clapham Junction! Although that was the class from 6.15-7.30, so perhaps it was quicker because it was slightly later. Also, I got a fast BR train from Richmond to CJ, which took only about 15 mins. Edited September 21, 2005 by R.Mc Quote Link to comment
Guest kella Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 Hey guys, I finally made it to my RAD class last night and I'd just like to say that it takes 15 minutes to walk to the RAD. Apart from being a quicker journey to get there (from Clapham Junction station) it's a great way to warm yourself up. Quote Link to comment
Guest london_dancer Posted September 21, 2005 Report Share Posted September 21, 2005 As I stated before, I have sometimes to wait for more that 30 min for the 239. Of course there were times when it comes straight away but that is more an exception. It also depends on time of the day. I attended the class from 5 - 5:15 and roads are really crowded... Yup living at Russel Square is expensive but I want to live close to the conservatoire - saves me a lot of travel time and money :-) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> why not get the 19 bus straight there? Quote Link to comment
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