Teaching

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Services

Ballet

We have partnered with Bellarinas Surbiton to bring inclusive and magical ballet classes to children aged 3+. The use of props combined with both classical and modern music provides a fun and engaging class. We follow both the Royal Academy of Dance syllabi as well as our own bespoke Bellarinas creative framework.

Act development & Dramaturgy

These sessions are aimed at artists wanting additional help on their solo acts. We offer sessions on dance technique, musicality, overall act development and feedback, and dramaturgy. Our previous clients include international cabaret stars Carmen Emissions, Harley Phoenix, and ZeeZee Stardust.

Choreography

Unleash your creativity and master the art of storytelling through movement in our choreography sessions. We offer custom-made choreographies tailored to your needs or can train instructors in tips and tricks to creating your own routine. Guided by our award-winning in-house choreographer Hazal Oguz, we are excited to help elevate your dance skills and ignite your imagination.

Street Dance

Explore the energy of hip-hop, freestyle, and urban dance styles as you learn to groove, pop and lock your way to mastering the rhythm of the streets.

Hen Parties

Want to celebrate your engagement in a fun way with your friends? Look no further than our hen dance parties! We can offer any theme from burlesque and Beyonce to 80s and Bollywood and would love to make your day even more special! Our previous clients include Madame Peaches Hen and Stag Events, Hen and Stag Events UK, and VOSH entertainments.

Contemporary Dance

Dive into the world of contemporary dance with Smyrna Projects. Private lessons available in Contemporary Release, Laban, Horton, Graham techniques.

Cheerleading

We are excited to be re-launching our cheerleading classes, which we have previously facilitated in partnership with Synergy Dance Ltd. Open to all levels, these classes cover basic tumbling skills, stunts, choreography, and jump technique. These classes can also be taught as Pom Dance (all pom poms of up to 20 pairs supplied by Smyrna Projects).

Jazz

Discover the rhythm of jazz with our dynamic dance classes! Dive into a world of expressive movements and spirited choreography as you groove your way to mastering this vibrant and energetic dance style.

Burlesque

Always wanted to learn the art of the tease? Open to students aged 18+, our burlesque classes teach the art of the “bump and grind” while focusing on ideals of self-empowerment. You can join us at Soho School of Burlesque drop-in classes. Book onto classes via the link below:

https://sohoschoolofburlesque.co.uk/

Seated Burlesque

At Smyrna Projects, we believe in inclusivity and access to dance for all. In partnership with Studio West End London, we are very excited to announce our brand new Seated Burlesque Workshop series. These classes are available to attend in person at Studio West End. Alternatively, you can join us online or watch the recording of the workshop anytime within 30 days of the workshops. Tickets are available on Outsavvy:

https://www.outsavvy.com/event/19504/seated-burlesque-class-studio-west-end-and-online#anchor

To Join:

To book private classes with one of our instructors, please use our details in our “Contact Us” page or email head teacher Yagmur Hazal Oguz at hazal@smyrnaprojects.com.

All our instructors are DBS checked (enhanced), safeguarding certified, first aid certified, mental health first aid certified, and hold insurance with Equity UK. Yagmur Hazal Oguz is a certified instructor with Exercise Move Dance UK, holds an MFA and BA in Dance, and holds a certification in Dance Movement Psychotherapy.