With so many parents suddenly finding themselves taking on the role of both teacher and parent this week, we’ve put together some of our top homeschool tips to help with learning from home. Check out some wonderful pieces of advice from teachers, former students and parents! Well, 2020 is certainly turning out to be a year of surprise and change! To help WAPS parents stay ahead of the curve, we […]

Learning from home is fun, familiar, and a great way to stay active and creative when you can’t attend classes in person! To help you learn from home even better, our teachers have put together their top recommendations for DIY dance & music resource alternatives. 1. Ballet Barres Ballet Barres provide vital support for students performing certain ballet skills. They allow students to maintain their balance while focusing on technique (they’re […]

  With WAPS Virtual Classes in full swing, we’re pleased to provide extra tips and resources to help ensure your learning experience is as smooth as possible. Today’s tips are about how to set up your virtual classroom so you can view (and hear) it on your TV! Check out our tutorial video below and subscribe to our channel for more videos: You can watch videos on our YouTube channel […]

  Looking to improve your home practice space, or get started learning via a virtual classroom? Check out some of our tips and suggestions for setting up a home learning space that’s fun, functional and encourages learning. 1. Know your Online Resources If you are learning a particular curriculum from home, for example the WAPS Virtual Class system, ensure you have access to your required apps, have a login ready […]

Tablets and mobile devices are such a great tool to help dancers and performers. Find out how to use your iPad for good (not procrastination) with our series where we delve into our favourite apps, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of your device. Today we’re talking about one of our favourite free apps, Notebook. This app was named one of 2016’s Best Apps and is […]

We are excited for our first Souvenir Concert Shirts to arrive in-studio! If you’re looking to customise your shirt’s fit, consider the three ideas below which require absolutely no sewing… Just remember: – This can be your uniform next year, so try not to make alterations that make it uncomfortable or unsafe to dance or move in. – Do not customise your shirt so that your cleavage or midriff are […]

Learning music is not only fun and creative, but has myriad benefits for students of all ages. We’re lucky that there are a whole host of apps, games and resources available for FREE online to support students’ learning. Check out some of our top picks below!   1. Staff Wars Space Invaders for a new generation of music students, Staff Wars is a popular game with students of all ages! […]

Coming up to the end of year, and concert season, many parents and students are juggling extra holiday commitments, exams, and rehearsals on top of their usual weekly schedule – it can be a difficult time to stay organised. Many parents ask us how performing arts students can ensure that their home practice doesn’t suffer with all these extra commitments, so we’d like to share with you our own WAPS […]